SPECIAL OLYMPICS PATROL CAR UNVEILED

Sheriff Carter Weaver is proud to announce the deployment of a specially wrapped patrol vehicle in support of the Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics. The vehicle is the first of its kind in South Carolina and it made its debut at the Georgetown County Sheriff’s Office Polar Plunge earlier this month. It will travel throughout the state as a visible symbol of commitment to the more than 30,000 Special Olympics athletes who participate in programs across South Carolina.

The Law Enforcement Torch Run is the largest grassroots fundraising movement for Special Olympics worldwide. In South Carolina, 100% of funds raised through the Torch Run directly support athlete participation, competition opportunities, and critical medical health screenings provided at no cost to athletes.

“This patrol vehicle represents far more than a wrap,” said Sheriff Weaver. “It represents the dedication of our deputy sheriffs to serving our communities both in uniform and beyond the call of duty. Every mile traveled helps raise awareness and support for the athletes who inspire us every day.”

The Georgetown County Sheriff’s Office has held six Polar Plunges to date, raising $307,961 for Special Olympics SC. This past year, the agency added “Cops on the Coop,” an event hosted by the Murrells Inlet Chick-fil-A, to raise further funds.

The wrapped patrol vehicle will be seen traveling to state events, community appearances, and Torch Run activities, helping spread awareness of the mission of Special Olympics South Carolina and the positive impact it has on athletes with intellectual disabilities and their families.