Kelly O'Rourke, host and reporter for Pasadena Media, said on the Rose City Report that members of the Pasadena Police Department participated in the 45th annual Special Olympics Law Enforcement Torch Run on June 3.
According to Gene Harris, Chief of Police, the Law Enforcement Torch Run is the largest public awareness and fundraising movement benefiting Special Olympics Southern California. Pasadena officers carried the Flame of Hope for more than four miles to support athletes and raise awareness of inclusion and opportunities for people with intellectual disabilities.
The department thanked participants, volunteers, sponsors and community supporters for helping make the Torch Run a success. Pasadena Police materials directing the public to more information are available at cityofpasadena.net/police.
The item was presented as a community engagement and fundraising effort; no formal city action or policy change was announced during the segment.