“This ride is for a bigger cause." Concord Officers Cycle to D.C. for Fallen Comrades

Their journey spanned hundreds of miles — a powerful tribute to those who can no longer make the ride themselves.

Concord Police Officers Julia Soares and Javon Clark biked to Washington, D.C. last month as part of the annual "Bike 2 DC - Ride to Honor" event. Photo credit: City of Concord

As a solemn tribute to their fellow officers who died in the line of duty, two Concord police officers participated this year in the annual "Bike 2 DC - Ride to Honor" event.

Sgt. Julia Soares and Master Police Officer Javon Clark, along with Concord Police Chaplain Lonnie Clouse, joined a contingent of approximately 60 Charlotte-area officers on the four-day, 500-mile trek to the nation’s capital. Soares and Clark were sponsored by the Concord Police Foundation.