Local Police to Run Special Olympics Torch Thru Morristown

The iconic torch run associated with the Olympics is something many don’t have the pleasure of ever seeing, but this Friday, locals will be given this chance.

The Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics New Jersey will pass through Morris Township and similar to the running of the Olympic Torch, the run consists of dedicated Law Enforcement officers participating in a journey to bring the Special Olympics New Jersey “Flame of Hope” torch throughout the state.

Around noon on Friday, school children, store owners, and spectators, will line Route 202 in a show of support as Morris Township Police Officers carry the torch and pass it on until its final destination at the Opening Ceremonies of the Summer Games.

The Morris Township PBA Local 133 is proud to have donated $300 towards the cause this year, said Ptl. Heather Jones of the Crime Prevention Unit in the Morris Township Police Dept.

The Morris Township Police Officers participating this year are Sgt Dave Powell, Ptl David Xenitelis, Ptl Brian Markt, Ptl Chris Tongring, Ptl Mark Osterhoudt, Ptl Steven Crump, Ptl Victor Gallardo, Ptl Jenna Landrigan, and Ptl. Nick Cevasco.

Morris Township Police Officers will start their leg of the tour at the intersection of Hanover Avenue and Speedwell Ave. They will then run to the Green in Morristown and continue south on Mt Kemble Ave (Route 202) to the border of Harding Township where Harding Township officers will take over the carrying of the torch.

Travelers should anticipate delays south bound on Route 202 during this time frame. The Law Enforcement Torch Run has been a major sponsor of the Special Olympics since 1983.

For more information on the Law Enforcement Torch Run visit their web page at http://www.njtorchrun.org/home