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The University of Wisconsin Oshkosh Police–along with the Oshkosh Police Department, Oshkosh Correctional Institute and Winnebago Sheriff’s Office–will host a Run with the Cops fundraiser Oct. 9.

The event, which takes place beginning at Kolf Sports Center and benefits Special Olympics Wisconsin, is a 5K run/walk and kicks off at 8:30 p.m.; a children’s 1K begins at 6:30 p.m. The 5K route takes runners and walkers through campus on a course lit by lights and sirens.

Run with the Cops Details:

“We’ll hit the lights and sirens for this unique night run! This event will offer an amazing night time course lit up at every turn with the lights of police and emergency vehicles. We will light up the night sky as well as each and every participant by providing the runners with glowing, flashing and light up goodies all along the course and our glow stations. Officers in full uniform will take to the course with “busted” stickers to add to the fun. Finish the run by crossing through the police tape and getting some great photos in the jail cell! The event is not timed. Runners and walkers of all ability levels are welcome.”

The cost is $25 and includes a t-shirts. Runners will collect glow necklaces and light-up goodies along the course. Refreshments and food will be provided at the finish line.

The cost of the Kids Run with the Cops is $15 and includes a t-shirt and goodie bag. The children’s run is open to children 12 years old and younger. Children’s activities include: Meet Mc Gruff the Crime Dog, tour SWAT and other police vehicles and try on SWAT gear and sit behind the wheel of a police car.

5K route

For more information or to register online.

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