IOWA — A retired West Des Moines Police Lieutenant is walking across Iowa to raise money for autism.

Jeff Miller began his trek at the Minnesota border on Monday, September 16. On Tuesday, a week later, he was walking through Indianola and he believes he can reach the Missouri border by Saturday.

Miller decided to take on the challenge to honor his nephew Mitchell who has autism. He said with his nephew in mind he just keeps walking despite the loud noises.

“I just zone out. I just walk. I don’t think about anything really,” Miller said. “You know people ask me do I listen to a podcast or music? I have them downloaded but I never listen to them. So, just one foot in front of the other one.”

As part of the journey Miller is raising money for the Doug Flutie Jr. Foundation for Autism. So, far he’s raised $2,300 of his $10,000 goal. If you would like to donate click here.

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