Officer BJ Voss Road Race to welcome runners, walkers, spectators

Somerset Police Officer BJ Voss passed away unexpectedly at the age of 35 on September 7, 2013. BJ was a genuine and kind individual and was well-respected by everyone that knew him. The Somerset Police Department has memorialized BJ’s life by starting the “Officer BJ Voss Memorial 5k Run/Walk”. The 4th Annual Officer BJ Voss Memorial 5K will take place on October 6th, 2018 at 10:00 a.m. The race will begin and end at the Somerset Police Department, 465 County Street, Somerset, MA. All proceeds from this event will go toward the “Officer BJ Voss Memorial Scholarship, Inc.” at Bristol Community College and Somerset Berkley Regional High School.

This is a family event where all are welcome to run or walk. All pre-registered entrants will receive a long sleeve race t-shirt while supplies last. Entry fees may be tax deductible, we are a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.

Awards will be handed out to the top three male and female finishers in the following age groups: 4-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, and 70-98

EVENT DETAILS: Wheel measured 3.1 mi/5.0 km, loop, mixed flat & hills, road race. Same day registration/check-in starts at 8:00 am. Race start time is 10:00 am. Bib/chip timing system for fast accurate scoring.

BIB PICK UP: Friday evening October 5th between the hours of 5:00 and 7:00 pm at the Somerset Police Department’s Community Room.

PARKING: Parking in the Somerset Berkley Regional High School parking lot.

After the race there will be music, refreshments, and a raffle at the Somerset Progressive Club- 139 Seaver Avenue, Somerset.

For more information or to register, click on the link. Road Race Information-Registration