Locals lead Special Olympics torch run through St. John
Published 12:04 am Saturday, May 14, 2016
- Officer Steven Faucheux is cheered on by students May 6 at John L. Ory Magnet during the Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics Louisiana.
LAPLACE — Several officers with the St. John the Baptist Parish Sheriff’s Office, along with many local residents, participated in the Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics Louisiana May 6 in LaPlace and Reserve.
Tony Clemente is cheered on by students at Riverside Academy as he carries the Flame of Hope during the Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics.
On a beautiful sunny morning, the group was greeted by cheering crowds at schools along the route, including John L. Ory Magnet, East St. John High, Lifehouse, St. Peter and Riverside Academy.
Deputy Cindy Faucheux, an event organizer, said this year’s run was successful with a record 60 plus participants.
St. John officers joined other law enforcement officers and residents in carrying the Flame of Hope, culminating with lighting of the cauldron to officially open the Special Olympics Louisiana Summer Games next week at Southeastern Louisiana University in Hammond.
After the run May 6, a social was held at Frenier’s Landing in LaPlace.
