Robert Rodgers Memorial Cops & Robbers 5K is a running race on September 5, 2026 in Rochelle, GA, with an entry fee of $30.
From the Organizer
Robert Rodgers was the Wilcox County Sheriff who died in the line of duty on August 29, 2023. This race is in his memory. Proceeds will benefit the GA Sheriffs Boys Ranch. Race route is an in and out route. Wear blue if you would like to be a cop OR wear orange if you want to be a robber. Robbers are in the first wave as to get a head start on the cops. K9 officers will be on hand should you need help improving your time or are looking for a PR! Just kidding!
Awards will be given out to overall male and female. Top two males and females will be recognized in each age category. Finisher medals will be provided to all participants who finish the race.
Packet pickup will be from 7:00 AM to 7:45 AM on race day. This will be a timed race. Two hour time limit on this race.
Breakfast (to include donuts, of course) will provided after the race.
Events
Weather
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
89°
Typical Low
68°
Based on US Climate Normals data from Ashburn 3 Ene, 17 mi from the venue.
Host City
Nearest Airport
ABY
Southwest Georgia Regional Airport · 49 mi
Major Hub
ATL
Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport · 131 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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Robert Rodgers Memorial Cops & Robbers 5K
Sep 5, 2026