CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (WVIR) – Commuters heading down Fifth Street between Albemarle County and Charlottesville Thursday, June 5, might have noticed a large group of runners and a police escort.
Albemarle County, Charlottesville, Airport Police Departments and Greene County Sheriff’s Office participated in the annual Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics.
Charlottesville Assistant Police Chief Steve Knick said it is one of the most special traditions the department participates in, which is why he has been attending for 16 years…