Berlin Police Raise Funds For Special Olympics

BERLIN, CT - The Berlin Police Department and other local law enforcement agencies recently participated in the Connecticut Special Olympics Law Enforcement Torch Run. Through support of the community, local businesses and staff members, the department raised $3272 for the cause, according to a police department press release.

The Torch Run is an annual fundraising event which was held in June. The Berlin Police Department has participated in the event for 32 years, which includes a seven-mile run through the town.

Pictured (L-R) are staff members and athletes who participated in the run and solicited sponsors: Officer Mark DePinto, Officer Tyler Cyr, Detective Scott Schreiner, Unified Sports Athlete Christine Amaro, Dispatcher Phyllis Campanella, Officer Aimee Krzykowski, K9 Casner, Special Olympics Athlete Kenny Vasil, Sergeant John McCormack, Sergeant John Flynn, Deputy Chief Chris Ciuci and Officer Kevin Chaffee.
Chris Ciuci.

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