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Sarah McNally survived a suicide attempt in 2010 that left her partly paralyzed, dependent on a wheelchair.
But continual support from Edmonton city police officers during her mental health challenges became a source of strength that got her walking to the 5-K finish line as part of Sunday Edmonton Police Service (EPS) Half Marathon events.
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Despite her mobility challenges, McNally started training for the walk months ago, taking small steps each day with the aid of her walker.
And Const. Marie Filion, who supported her in her journey to healing, walked beside her Sunday, every step of the race. She surprised McNally around 7:30 a.m. Sunday, showing up to the start of the race at the Alberta legislature grounds to walk with her.
Some 550 participants took part in the morning’s half marathon, 10-K and 5-K events. Funds raised from the EPS Half Marathon are used by the Edmonton Police Foundation to support initiatives connecting officers with the community.
