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
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Event summary
Join us for the 7th Annual “Ricky” 267 5K Run/Walk & Kids Fun Run on Saturday, May 2, 2026, in Union! This uplifting event honors the brave heroes of the Union City Police Department who made the ultimate sacrifice from 2016 to 2022, including Officer Ricardo Fernandez, Lt. Mark Zeitounian, and Detective Alex Ruperto, among others. Participants of all ages are invited to take part in this meaningful occasion, with a 5K run/walk for adults and a fun run for kids, fostering community spirit and remembrance.
This event not only serves to memorialize our fallen heroes but also supports a vital cause. Proceeds from the “Ricky” 267 will contribute to a scholarship for a Union City High School senior pursuing a career in law enforcement, ensuring that the legacy of these dedicated officers lives on. Lace up your running shoes, bring your family, and join us in celebrating their memory while promoting fitness and community camaraderie!
This event not only serves to memorialize our fallen heroes but also supports a vital cause. Proceeds from the “Ricky” 267 will contribute to a scholarship for a Union City High School senior pursuing a career in law enforcement, ensuring that the legacy of these dedicated officers lives on. Lace up your running shoes, bring your family, and join us in celebrating their memory while promoting fitness and community camaraderie!
Organiser's Description
THE 6TH 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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Washington Park, 2nd Palisades Union City, New Jersey, Union City, 07087, NJ, United States
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