PASADENA, Calif.—Pasadena Police Department will be conducting a DUI/driver’s license checkpoint on Friday, June 28, at an undisclosed location within city limits between the hours of 7 p.m. and 3 a.m. DUI checkpoints like this one are placed in locations based on collision statistics and frequency of DUI arrests. Officers will be looking for signs of alcohol and/or drug impairment and will also check drivers for proper licensing. Pasadena Police Department reminds drivers that “DUI Doesn’t Just Mean Booze.” If...
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Traffic Enforcement Program Planned for June 21
PASADENA, Calif.—Pasadena Police Department will be conducting a traffic enforcement program throughout the city on Friday, June 21. Officers will be deployed at various locations looking for violations including, but not limited to, primary collision factors involving speed, red light and right-of-way violations. When violations are observed, motorists will be cited and/or educated on the safety concerns associated with the violation. “Community input and engagement regarding traffic safety is welcome and encouraged, so please feel free to get in touch...
Traffic Enforcement Program Planned for June 14
PASADENA, Calif.—Pasadena Police Department will be conducting a traffic enforcement program throughout the city on Friday, June 14. Officers will be deployed at various locations looking for violations including, but not limited to, primary collision factors involving speed, red light and right-of-way violations. When violations are observed, motorists will be cited and/or educated on the safety concerns associated with the violation. “Community input and engagement regarding traffic safety is welcome and encouraged, so please feel free to get in touch...
172 Citations Issued During Bicycle and Pedestrian Safety Program
PASADENA, Calif.—On Friday, May 31, officers assigned to Pasadena Police Department's Traffic Section conducted a bicycle and pedestrian safety traffic enforcement program throughout the city. Officers were on the lookout for dangerous driving behaviors hazardous to bicyclists, including speeding, red light violations, right-of-way violations, and other violations that lead to traffic collisions. Officers were also on the lookout for bicyclists and pedestrians failing to follow the rules of the road. These behaviors can be very dangerous and contribute to injury...
Second Bicycle and Pedestrian Safety Program to Take Place May 31
PASADENA, Calif.—May is National Bicycle Safety Month. Pasadena Police Department encourages drivers and bicyclists to share the road safely not just during the month of May, but all year round. "Our second bicycle and pedestrian safety enforcement program will take place on Friday, May 31," said Traffic Section Lieutenant Mark Goodman. This is a continuation of the first program that took place on May 24. "We want everyone to share the road safely. We all have a shared responsibility to...
107 Citations Issued During Bicycle and Pedestrian Safety Program
PASADENA, Calif.–On Friday, May 24, officers assigned to the Pasadena Police Department Traffic Section conducted a bicycle and pedestrian safety traffic enforcement program throughout the city. Officers were on the lookout for dangerous driving behaviors hazardous to bicyclists, including speeding, red light violations, right-of-way violations, and other violations that lead to traffic collisions. Officers were also on the lookout for bicyclists and pedestrians failing to follow the rules of the road. These behaviors can be very dangerous and contribute to injury...
Pasadena Police Department Urges Drivers and Bicyclists to ‘Share the Road’
PASADENA, Calif.—May is National Bike Safety Month, but Pasadena Police Department wants drivers and bicyclists to share the road safely all year round. “It's not just cars using the road but also people on bikes, motorcycles and walking,” Pasadena Police Department Lieutenant Mark Goodman said. “The road belongs to everyone, and we all share responsibility in making sure we get where we are going safely.” Bicycle riders must follow the same rules of the road as drivers, including stopping at...
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo Responsibly
PASADENA, Calif.—For many people across the country, Cinco de Mayo (May 5) is a time for fun and celebrations that may involve drinking. Pasadena Police Department personnel will be on the lookout for impaired drivers who pose a danger to the public. Please celebrate responsibly and do not drive impaired. “We understand the importance and significance of this day to many people; however, we want to make sure that everyone who chooses to celebrate does so safely,” said Pasadena Police...
May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month
PASADENA, Calif.—Warmer weather means a lot more motorcycles will be cruising California roads. May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month, and Pasadena Police Department is taking the opportunity to remind drivers and motorcycle riders to share the road and look out for one another. "Motorcycle riders are harder to see. Riders and drivers should take extra precautions by keeping their distance and watching their speed," said Traffic Section Lieutenant Mark Goodman. On May 3, 10, and 17, Pasadena Police Department will...
Over 600 Citations Issued During Distracted Driving Awareness Month
PASADENA, Calif.—April is National Distracted Driving Awareness Month and Pasadena Police Department’s Traffic Section conducted multiple details throughout the month aimed at curbing distracted driving. On Friday, April 26, the Traffic Section wrapped up its final operation aimed specifically at encouraging drivers to keep their eyes on the road. “Operations like this hit close to home for the officers who responded to a fatal collision that took place in 2016 that was directly linked to distracted driving,” said Traffic Section...