The streets of Lansing and East Lansing were packed with runners overnight, racing to raise money for Special Olympics Michigan.
It's the single largest grassroots effort to fundraise for Special Olympics and mid-Michigan law enforcement was out at full force, showing their support for the athletes that overcome incredible odds to compete.
The goal of the Torch Run is to not only fundraise for the 23,000 Special Olympics athletes in Michigan, but to raise awareness as well.
Dozens of runners took off from the state Capitol around midnight, fiery torch in hand making their way to East Lansing.
"I've been involved for 10 years and it's been going on long before me," said Deputy John Gates, Hillsdale County Sheriff's Office. "It's not about just the money, it's about bringing awareness to these athletes and everything that they do everyday."
The Lansing event is one of many Torch Runs across Michigan.
It's a crucial fundraiser for Special Olympics Michigan, a program that continues to grow.
This is the 33rd year for the law enforcement Torch Run, a great event for a great cause.
