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Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics

June 03, 2015 12:00 am • Last Updated: June 04, 2015 12:13 am

By By Dana Jensen

Special Olympian Jeff Depina, right, of New London carries the torch while running in the Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics as it passes a cheering crowd at Waterford High School, Wednesday, June 3, 2015. Running with Depina was a group of students and faculty from the high school and law enforcement officers. (Dana Jensen/The Day)
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Special Olympian Jeff Depina, right, of New London carries the torch while running in the Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics as it passes a cheering crowd at Waterford High School Wednesday, June 3, 2015.

Running with Depina was a group of students and faculty from the high school and law enforcement officers.

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