An event organised in memory of Sergeant Matt Ratana who was killed in the line of duty at Croydon custody suite in September 2020 has returned this month.
This is the second edition of The Ratana 10k event, which was established last winter by Matt’s good friend and colleague, Paul Hollis.
The first event was a huge success with more than 2,500 people taking part from home and raising over £40,000.
Staffordshire Police Federation chair Glyn Pattinson is encouraging officers to get involved and do their bit to show continued support to Matt’s family and friends.
“Paul has done a wonderful job in bringing people together, albeit it virtually, to remember Matt,” said Glyn, “After the huge success of the previous event, I’m happy to see its return and think it would be just fantastic to see officers and federation members from across Staffordshire taking part and raising money.”
This year’s event will take place throughout April and, as a virtual event, it can be completed wherever and whenever you like, any time during the month.
All funds raised will be split between Matt’s partner, Su, and the Matt Ratana Rugby Foundation established by his former friends and colleagues at East Grinstead Rugby Club.
Rugby was a huge passion for Matt and Paul is hoping to engage more of the rugby community in this year’s event as well as every police force in the country.
