PASADENA, Calif.—Pasadena Police Department's Traffic Section will have extra officers on patrol the evening of Friday, March 17, ready to stop and arrest drivers suspected of driving under the influence. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), St. Patrick’s Day is one of the deadliest times on our nation’s roads. In 2020, more than 11,000 people in the U.S. died in drunk-driving crashes. Pasadena Police Department reminds the community to celebrate responsibly by not driving under the influence....
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Bicycle, Pedestrian Safety Operation and DUI Saturation Patrols Planned for Friday, March 3
PASADENA, Calif.—Pasadena Police Department will conduct a traffic safety operation Friday, March 3, focused on the most dangerous driving behaviors that put the safety of bikers and pedestrians at risk. These driving violations include speeding, making illegal turns, failing to yield or provide right-of-way to bicyclists and pedestrians, and failing to stop for signs and signals. Following the bicycle and pedestrian safety operation, a DUI saturation patrol will occur Friday evening in search of drivers suspected of driving under the...
DUI Saturation Patrols Planned for Friday, Dec. 30
PASADENA, Calif.—Pasadena Police Department will conduct a traffic safety operation on Friday, Dec. 30, in search of drivers suspected of driving under the influence (DUI). “Impaired driving is preventable,” Lt. Anthony Russo said. “It’s a choice. If you’ve been drinking or taking drugs that impair, make the right decision by finding a sober driver or alternative transportation.” Pasadena Police Department reminds the public that impaired driving is not just from alcohol. Some prescription medications and over-the-counter drugs may interfere with...
City of Pasadena Announces New Police Chief
PASADENA, Calif.—After a robust and inclusive selection process, City Manager Miguel Márquez has announced the appointment of Eugene Harris to serve as Pasadena’s police chief, effective Jan. 3, 2023. Chief Harris has served as the police chief for the City of San Gabriel since 2016. He also serves as president of the Los Angeles County Police Chiefs’ Association, actively engaging in advancing the science and art of police administration and crime prevention. In this role, he is also involved in...
Pasadena Community Invited to the Reimagined Jefferson School Campus Open House
PASADENA, Calif.—Join City representatives on Saturday, Nov. 5, from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. for an open house and tour of the Jefferson School campus at 1500 E. Villa St. This event is hosted by the City of Pasadena in coordination with District 2 Councilmember Felicia Williams and will feature kids’ crafts, food and games, police and fire vehicles, fire extinguisher demos, resource tables, and free COVID-19 and flu vaccinations. The Jefferson School, which was closed in 2020, is now...
Pasadena Police Department To Conduct Traffic Enforcement Program Friday, Oct. 28
PASADENA, Calif.—Pasadena Police Department will be conducting a traffic enforcement program throughout the city on Friday, Oct. 28. Officers will be deployed at various locations throughout the city looking for violations including, but not limited to, primary collision factors involving speed, red signals, and right-of-way violations. When violations are observed, violators will be cited and/or educated on the safety concerns associated with the violation. The need for driver education and enforcement is ongoing due to traffic volumes within the city of...
City Council Unanimously Approves Labor Agreements With Police Officers, Firefighters
PASADENA, Calif.—Pasadena City Council unanimously approved multi-year labor agreements with its frontline public safety personnel. The agreements with the Pasadena Firefighters Association (PFFA) and the Pasadena Police Officers Association (PPOA) will provide the City’s police officers and firefighters base pay increases of 4.5% each year in the first two years of the contracts, followed by a 4% increase in the third year and a 2% increase in the fourth and final year. “I am delighted the City successfully negotiated labor...
Pasadena Police Department Supports National Walk and Roll to School Day Wednesday, Oct. 12
PASADENA, Calif.—Pasadena Police Department encourages parents and students to join their classmates and walk, bike or roll to class on Wednesday, Oct. 12. Walk & Roll to School Day is celebrated annually to highlight the benefits of exercise and practice pedestrian and road safety with other students, families and caregivers. “Walking to school is a great way to exercise on a daily basis and feel comfortable getting to and from school safely,” Pasadena Police Department Lieutenant Anthony Russo said. “We...
Bicycle and Pedestrian Safety Operation Planned for Friday, Sept. 16
PASADENA, Calif.—Pasadena Police Department will conduct a traffic safety operation Friday, Sept. 16, focused on the most dangerous driver behaviors that put the safety of people biking or walking at risk. These violations include speeding, making illegal turns, failing to yield or provide right-of-way to bicyclists or pedestrians, and failing to stop for signs and signals. “We all have places to be and not everyone gets there by car,” Lieutenant Anthony Russo said. “Bicyclists and pedestrians have the same rights...
Pasadena Police Department Recognizes Child Passenger Safety Week, Sept. 18-24
PASADENA, Calif.–During Child Passenger Safety Week, Sept. 18-24, Pasadena Police Department will provide referrals to parents and caregivers needing assistance installing child safety seats. “We are offering parents and caregivers guidance to ensure that their child is as safe as possible in their car seat,” said Pasadena Police Department Lieutenant Anthony Russo. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), 46% of car seats are misused. California law requires all children under 2 years old to ride in a...