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O.C. law enforcement agencies gear up for Baker to Vegas challenge
0The Baker to Vegas Challenge Cup is one of the great true grit in athletic events in law enforcement, testing the mettle of competitors in unique ways. The relay race, held over 120 miles of unforgiving desert and mountain terrain with more than 5,000 feet of net elevation gain, will be staged for the 37th time on April 1-2. Missions and ambitions A number of Orange County agencies are entered with varying goals, whether to win a division or rivalry, to “mug” as a top-five finisher in a category, or simply field a team that can complete the race in…
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