Law Enforcement Torch Runs carry the Torch of Hope to Summer Games

Three contingents of Law Enforcement Officers participated in Law Enforcement Torch Runs (LETR) for Special Olympics in Livingston, Monroe and Ontario Counties.

The Law Enforcement Torch Run raises public awareness and support for Special Olympics through activities that include the Lake Ontario Polar Plunge and Tractor and Plane Pulls. Close to 100 Officers participated in three Torch Runs the weekend of June 3 to 6 bearing the Torch of Hope for Special Olympics across the Genesee Region. The Torch will be carried across New York State and into the Opening Ceremonies of State Games which are being held in Hofstra University in Long Island on June 16 -19th. 322 Athletes and Coaches from the Genesee Region will be participating in these games.

Pictured above are Police Chief Cedric Alexander, who joined other LETR Officers and Special Olympics Athletes ridding his bike from the Gates Police Station to Downtown Rochester, with County Manager Maggie Brooks. Alexander and Brooks read a declaration proclaiming Special Olympics weekend honoring the Athletes, Coaches and Volunteers who participate in our regional program. This segment of the Torch Run which concluded with the Dady Brothers providing music at the Lighting of the Torch ceremonies at the Liberty Pole in Downtown Rochester.

Check out more photos from the LETR Torch Run in the Photo Gallery.