New York City Police to Embark On Bike Ride From Pentagon to Ground Zero In Memory of 9/11 Tragedy

On September 8, 2004 approximately 100 law enforcement officers from around the country will depart on bicycles from the Pentagon in Arlington, Virginia and embark on a four day, 265 mile trek up the East Coast. This ride will end in the early morning hours of September 11, 2004 at Ground Zero, New York City.

New York, NY (PRWEB) September 9, 2004 -- On September 8, 2004 approximately 100 law enforcement officers from around the country will depart on bicycles from the Pentagon in Arlington, Virginia and embark on a four day, 265 mile trek up the East Coast. This ride will end in the early morning hours of September 11, 2004 at Ground Zero, New York City.

The annual 9/11 "Tour de Force" ride was started in 2002 as a memorial to the fallen NYPD, FDNY and civilians who gave their lives in the September 11, 2001 attacks. The 9/11 "Tour de Force" challenge represents not only the strength and resolve of the NYPD, and the individuals involved but of all Americans. In the great American spirit, the group has been met along the route with a show of solidarity by local officials and citizens and police department, including the Perth Amboy (NJ) Police Department who join them for the last 30 miles of the journey.

The Tour de Force is a fully supported ride with a dedicated support team of volunteers that was created to raise funds for the families of Police Officers killed in the line of duty.

About the 9/11 Tour de Force Memorial Ride
In 2002 several members of the NYPD created the Tour de Force to bike ride in honor and memory of all of our Police Officers who gave their lives on September 11th. Our tour has now evolved into an annual event in which we continue to express our support and raise funds for the families of our fallen brothers and sisters.

CONTACT INFORMATION:
Det. Michael Depaolis, NYPD
Mobile: (845) 206-2222
http://www.TourDeForceNY.com
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