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El Paso Community to Honor Fallen Officer at 6th Annual Deputy Peter J. Herrera Memorial 5K

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Published on January 02, 2026
El Paso Community to Honor Fallen Officer at 6th Annual Deputy Peter J. Herrera Memorial 5KSource: El Paso County Sheriff's Office

El Paso County Sheriff Oscar Ugarte invites the community to lace up their running shoes and join the 6th Annual Deputy Peter J. Herrera Memorial 5K Run/Walk. Taking place on March 8 at Ascarate Park, the event commemorates the beloved deputy sheriff who was tragically slain in the line of duty. The ceremony will kick off at 7:30 a.m., with the race following at 8:00 a.m., according to a social media post from El Paso County Sheriff Oscar Ugarte.

Participants eager to support the memorial event and give back to their community can look forward to more than just the race. Registered runners and walkers, including the brunch served up by Clásico Kitchen & Bar, will receive a race T-shirt and a finisher medal, "Our 6th Annual Deputy Peter J. Herrera Memorial 5K Run/Walk is almost here," shared El Paso County Sheriff Oscar Ugarte in the Facebook post.

For those ready to register, they can secure their spot by visiting the provided link. Registration details and additional information are accessible through the sheriff's office social media channels. The event, while honoring Deputy Herrera's memory, also offers an opportunity for the community to unite for a cause rooted in remembrance and solidarity.