In homage to the late University of Wisconsin-Madison student Brittany Zimmerman who was tragically murdered in 2008, Madison Area Crime Stoppers are hosting a third annual 5K run and walk Friday.
At a press conference Monday, Brittany’s mother Jean Zimmerman said “The Brittany Run” aims to spread awareness of her unsolved case and help prevent similar tragedies.
“The Brittany Run” will begin at 9 a.m. Sept. 29 at UW Campus lot 60, which is near the UW Hospital. The trail follows the Howard Temin Lakeshore Path.
The event started outside the Memorial Union for the past two years, but officials changed the route this year due to the interference of university construction projects.
Brittany’s parents, who will be at the finish line to greet each race participant, are partnering with Crime Stoppers, a program involving the public, the media and the police that tries to reduce crime in Madison, to host the event.
Brittany’s father, Kevin Zimmerman, said the event’s goal is to increase awareness and encourage people to report any crime or suspicious behavior they witness.
The case is ongoing and active, although there is nothing new to report, according to Kevin. He added he and his wife, Jean, are continuing to work on the case.
There is a $40,000 reward for anyone with information regarding the case, according to Jean.
“No matter how insignificant they think it might be, it’s just going to take that one little bit of information,” Jean said.
Race participants can register online for $30. All proceeds go toward Madison Area Crime Stoppers.
