The Law Enforcement Torch Run is arriving at South Lake Tahoe Moose Lodge on July 14 when riders from four locations in the Bay Area and Central California take part in the fundraiser to benefit the Northern California Special Olympics.

Approximately 50 riders, passengers, athletes, and support crew are expected to start arriving at about 4:30pm for a dinner and celebration. The  cops will be wearing bright tutus rather than service revolvers. Jody Filgo, the South Lake Tahoe Area Director for Special Olympics, has arranged for local athletes to greet the riders.

The local Moose Lodge is a co-sponsor of the event. Proceeds support the training and competition that is provided free to the 14,000 athletes who compete in the Northern California Special Olympics.

Over the last three years, law enforcement agencies in the region have raised more than $1 million annually through torch runs. Internationally, law enforcement agencies raised more than $40 million for the Special Olympics last year.

South Lake Tahoe Moose Lodge 1632 is located at 961 Eloise Ave., South Lake Tahoe.

For more information, contact Barry Keil at (530) 545.1087, or call the Lodge between noon and 8pm at (530) 541.1632.