Three mid-May incidents on trails prompt runners to be aware of their surroundings
A man groped a woman walking on a Chantilly-area bike path May 15
A Montgomery Parks employee found two “draino bombs” on the Clarksburg Heights Trail May 16. If you see anything like the photo below, call Montgomery Park Police at 301-949-3010
This map tracks assaults on people running or on popular running routes or threats to runner safety in the Washington, D.C., region going back to 2010. Each description includes a link to an article or press release about the incident.
The map is incomplete and relies mostly on media reports. If you have an incident to report, email [email protected].
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Westminster School 5K Race
Westminster School’s annual 5K ($45), 1K ($15), and Fun Run ($10) on Saturday, November 9th at 8:30am is a spirited community event open to students, families, and friends of all ages and fitness levels. With courses designed for everyone—from a
Kensington 8K Race
Three distances – 8K, 2M, and 1K – all starting and finishing at Kensington Town Hall.
The 8K runs through historic Kensington, going past Warner Mansion, along Antique Row, beside 120+ year-old houses and around Noyes Library, the oldest library
