The 7th Annual “Ricky” 267 5K Run/Walk & Kids Fun Run
- Date Sat 2nd May 2026
- Time 10:00AM EDT
- Location Union City, New Jersey
- Price Free - $30.00
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the 7th Annual “Ricky” 267 5K Run/Walk and Kids Fun Run on Saturday, May 2, 2026, in the heart of Union. This uplifting event pays tribute to the brave heroes of the Union City Police Department who made the ultimate sacrifice. Participants can enjoy a scenic 5K run or walk, as well as a fun run for kids, making it a perfect family-friendly occasion.
Since its inception in 2017, the “Ricky” 267 event has honored the memory of fallen officers, including Officer Ricardo Fernandez, LT. Mark Zeitounian, and others who served with integrity and dedication. Proceeds from this event will support a scholarship for Union City High School seniors pursuing a career in law enforcement, ensuring their legacy lives on within the community. Come out to celebrate, remember, and run for a cause that truly matters!
Since its inception in 2017, the “Ricky” 267 event has honored the memory of fallen officers, including Officer Ricardo Fernandez, LT. Mark Zeitounian, and others who served with integrity and dedication. Proceeds from this event will support a scholarship for Union City High School seniors pursuing a career in law enforcement, ensuring their legacy lives on within the community. Come out to celebrate, remember, and run for a cause that truly matters!
Organiser's Description
THE 7TH ANNUAL "RICKY" 267 5K RUN/WALK AND KIDS FUN RUN
IN HONOR OF THE FALLEN HEROES OF THE UNION CITY POLICE DEPARTMENT FROM 2016-2022
OFFICER RICARDO FERNANDEZ LT. MARK ZEITOUNIAN OFFICER JOHN KAMEL LT. GREGORY KATSEYEANIS DETECTIVE ALEX RUPERTOCAPTAIN JAMES D'ANDREA
THIS EVENT STARTED IN 2017 TO HONOR AND MEMORIALIZE THE FALLEN HEROES OF THE UNION CITY POLICE DEPARTMENT: OFFICER RICARDO FERNANDEZ IN 2016, LT. MARK ZEITOUNIAN IN 2017, OFFICER JOHN KAMEL IN 2017. THE EVENT CONTINUES TO HONOR THEM AS WELL AS OTHER FALLEN HEROES OF THE UNION CITY POLICE DEPARTMENT THAT HAVE ALSO PASSED SINCE 2016. LT. GREGORY KATSEYEANIS IN 2018, , DETECTIVE ALEX RUPERTO IN 2020, CAPTAIN JAMES D'ANDREA IN 2020
THESE HEROES SERVED OUR COMMUNITY WITH THE HIGHEST INTEGRITY AND HONORABLY REPRESENTED THE UNION CITY POLICE DEPARTMENT. IT IS NOW OUR DUTY AS A COMMUNITY TO MAKE SURE IT WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN THE ULTIMATE SACRIFICE THESE FINE HEROES MADE.
THE "RICKY: 267 5K RUN/WALK AND KIDS FUN RUN IS SUPPORTED BY THE PBA #8 AND FOP IN ALLIANCE WITH THE UNION CITY POLICE DEPARTMENT TO HONOR THESE FALLEN HEROES. PROCEEDS OF THIS EVENT WILL GO TOWARD A SCHOLARSHIP FOR UNION CITY HIGH SCHOOL SENIOR PURSUING A CAREER IN LAW ENFORCEMENT IN MEMORY OF THESE FALLEN HEROES.
IN HONOR OF THE FALLEN HEROES OF THE UNION CITY POLICE DEPARTMENT FROM 2016-2022
OFFICER RICARDO FERNANDEZ LT. MARK ZEITOUNIAN OFFICER JOHN KAMEL LT. GREGORY KATSEYEANIS DETECTIVE ALEX RUPERTOCAPTAIN JAMES D'ANDREA
THIS EVENT STARTED IN 2017 TO HONOR AND MEMORIALIZE THE FALLEN HEROES OF THE UNION CITY POLICE DEPARTMENT: OFFICER RICARDO FERNANDEZ IN 2016, LT. MARK ZEITOUNIAN IN 2017, OFFICER JOHN KAMEL IN 2017. THE EVENT CONTINUES TO HONOR THEM AS WELL AS OTHER FALLEN HEROES OF THE UNION CITY POLICE DEPARTMENT THAT HAVE ALSO PASSED SINCE 2016. LT. GREGORY KATSEYEANIS IN 2018, , DETECTIVE ALEX RUPERTO IN 2020, CAPTAIN JAMES D'ANDREA IN 2020
THESE HEROES SERVED OUR COMMUNITY WITH THE HIGHEST INTEGRITY AND HONORABLY REPRESENTED THE UNION CITY POLICE DEPARTMENT. IT IS NOW OUR DUTY AS A COMMUNITY TO MAKE SURE IT WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN THE ULTIMATE SACRIFICE THESE FINE HEROES MADE.
THE "RICKY: 267 5K RUN/WALK AND KIDS FUN RUN IS SUPPORTED BY THE PBA #8 AND FOP IN ALLIANCE WITH THE UNION CITY POLICE DEPARTMENT TO HONOR THESE FALLEN HEROES. PROCEEDS OF THIS EVENT WILL GO TOWARD A SCHOLARSHIP FOR UNION CITY HIGH SCHOOL SENIOR PURSUING A CAREER IN LAW ENFORCEMENT IN MEMORY OF THESE FALLEN HEROES.
Races
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5K Run/Walk - Online Registration
Incl. T-Shirt
Sat 2nd May 2026 (10:00AM EDT)
$30.00
Free T-shirt (guaranteed to all pre-registered runners) Registration Race fee $30.00 Prizes 1st 2nd 3rd Male & Female Race Day Registration (T-shirt not guaranteed) Results by CompuScore -
Kids Fun Run - Register Online
Sat 2nd May 2026 (11:00AM EDT)
Free
Kids Fun Run--- Register online Pay $10 due on Race Day on-site when you pick up kid's packet
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