NARRAGANSETT, R.I. (WPRI) — Special Olympics Rhode Island (SORI) started their annual Torch Run Super Plunge Saturday afternoon with the goal of raising money and awareness for the organization.
Last year, SORI received over $140,000 and hope to set a record this time around for fundraising and raise $1 million.
During the event, a team of 17 participants, which includes multiple police chiefs, run into the cold water at Salty Brine State Beach every hour throughout a 24-hour period…