Molly's Miles

Molly's Miles Race Description

Event Details

• Date: April 24, 2027
• Location: Molly Bowden Memorial Park, Columbia, MO
• Race Types: 5K, 10K, and Virtual Run
• Registration Link: Register Here

Purpose of the Race

• Support: Proceeds go to Missouri Concerns of Police Survivors (C.O.P.S.).
• Legacy: Named in honor of Officer Molly Suzanne Thomas Bowden.
• Impact: Raises money to support families of police officers killed in the line of duty.
• Format: This year, the race is moving to a virtual only format.

Officer Molly Bowden

• Background: Wounded during a routine traffic stop on January 10, 2005.
• Tragic Event: Passed away on February 10, 2005, at age 26.
• Service: Served on the Columbia Police force for over three years.
• First: First Columbia Police officer killed in the line of duty.

Race Slogan

• Slogan: "In Honor of the Survivors."
• Focus: On surviving families and affected co-workers.
• Affected: Supports Missouri law enforcement officers who have died.
• Community: Strengthens community ties to impact families.

Additional Resources

• Molly's Life: Visit mollysmilesrun.com for more information.
• Support Families: Learn more at mo-cops.org.