The annual Sarah Beckett Memorial Cruise rolled along to raise money for D.A.R.E. in memory of the late RCMP officer.

The event was held Sunday (April 23) beginning at the Langford Fountain Tire. The cruise stopped in Mill Bay, Duncan and Botanical Beach before coming back to the starting point for a car meet.

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The cruiseB次元官网网址檚 decals were available for a $10 donation with all proceeds going to D.A.R.E.

D.A.R.E. works to teach youth about the dangers of substance abuse, violence and more.

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Beckett was killed in the line of duty on April 5, 2016.

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Drivers came from as far as Campbell River, and Poulopoulos estimated 150 vehicles were involved in the 2023 event.

Those interested in donating to D.A.R.E. can do so at .

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