The LA Marathon, held over the weekend, saw thousands of participants, including a determined eighth grader who completed the race. The event was deemed a success by the Los Angeles Fire Department (LAFD), which, along with other city and neighboring city agencies, provided safety and emergency services. Notably, an LAPD sergeant assisted a 14-year-old runner in crossing the finish line, highlighting the community spirit and support surrounding the event. The marathon, with over 20,000 runners, had no serious injuries reported, underscoring the effectiveness of the safety measures in place.
It was an inspiring weekend as thousands of people ran the LA Marathon. Among the field of 20,000-plus participants was an eighth grader who wasn’t going to stop until he finished the race. https://t.co/IMq2IYPZvi
Thousands of people ran the LA Marathon over the weekend and among the field of 20,000-plus participants was an eighth grader who wasn’t going to stop until he finished the race. https://t.co/MMs2Or9huY
Year after year, it is an honor to provide safety and emergency services for the #LAMarathon, along with other #LACity agencies, and agencies from neighboring cities along the marathon route. This year’s LA Marathon was a success and, thankfully, we had no serious injuries. Run… https://t.co/PjgPMQtWQf
LAPD sergeant helps 14-year-old runner cross finish line at LA Marathon https://t.co/kPYm462Gso
Ran the #LAMarathon yesterday and felt pretty good about it. https://t.co/c6VPsvLboW