Corporal Javier Bejar Memorial Run Reedley Police Department

The Corporal Javier Bejar Memorial Run is an event in Reedley, California, organized by the Reedley Police Department. It honors Corporal Javier Bejar, a Reedley police officer and Marine Corps veteran who died in the line of duty. The event includes a 10K run, 10K walk, 5K run/walk, 5K walk, and a virtual run/walk. In-person events begin at G Street and 10th Street in Reedley. The race is designed for both runners and walkers, with separate start times for each group on race morning. Race day starts with late packet pickup and a ceremony before the first 10K runners begin. Participants get a commemorative shirt and finisher medal inspired by Corporal Bejar's life and sacrifice. Medals are guaranteed for the first 350 runners, and shirts are not guaranteed for those who register late. Packet pickup takes place at the Reedley Police Department Annex Building on G Street, reinforcing the event's connection to the department and the community it remembers.