During her monthly report, Milford Police Chief Cecilia Ashe informed Milford City Council that she had recently returned from the International Special Olympics Law Enforcement Torch Run Conference. Milford Police Department participates in the torch run every year.
“Delaware placed first in the world on being able to raise funds for the Special Olympics,” Ashe said. “That was based off of the amount of money that was raised for the law enforcement torch run here in the state of Delaware, based off of per capita, so just giving the recognition to Special Olympics Delaware, all the efforts law enforcement partners here in this state, and especially here in Milford put into the success of that program.”
Ashe also explained that Sergeant Tim Maloney has been named to go to the World Games in Chile, so he will be attending that, representing the State of Delaware.
“So, I just want to thank Council and the support of our community through the efforts of our law enforcement officers to allow athletes in this state to participate,” Ashe said. “We are the only state in the country that does not charge our athletes to participate. So, we hope to continue these great efforts in our partnership with Special Olympics Delaware.”
The Special Olympics Law Enforcement Torch Run is an international initiative that brings together law enforcement officers and Special Olympics athletes to raise awareness, promote inclusion and generate support for individuals with intellectual disabilities. Officers carry the symbolic Flame of Hope through communities around the world, culminating in the lighting of the cauldron at the Special Olympics World Games.
The next World Games will take place October 16–24, 2027, in Santiago, Chile, marking the first time the event has been held in Latin America or the Southern Hemisphere. More than 6,000 athletes and Unified partners representing over 170 countries are expected to participate in 23 sports. The Games will feature competitions at venues throughout Santiago, with National Stadium Park serving as the central hub. The event celebrates athletic achievement while promoting acceptance, opportunity and inclusion for people with intellectual disabilities worldwide.
