Last Saturday 551 people plunged into the icy waters of Riley Lake as part of the Special Olympics Polar Plunge to raise $184,556 for Special Olympics Minnesota.

So far this year in Minnesota, 19,618 plungers have raised $5,226,836.

Law enforcement plays a significant role in helping to raise both money and awareness for the Special Olympics. Police departments, including Eden Prairie, participate in the Law Enforcement Torch Run and help out at the Special Olympics games throughout the year. 

Thank you to everyone who plunged, pledged and volunteered at this year’s Eden Prairie Polar Plunge. And a special thank you to the Parks and Recreation Department, Fire Department, Police Reserves, Police Explorers and Community Service Officers for their work prepping the area and keeping the plungers safe.