PASADENA, Calif.—Pasadena Police Department will have extra officers out on patrol Friday, July 24, looking for violations made by drivers and motorcyclists that increase the risk of crashes. With nearly 900,000 registered motorcycles in the state, many road users are going places without the same protections as drivers. Motorcycle riders are 28 times more likely to die in a crash than vehicle occupants. To help protect you and your family, keep the following tips in mind while driving or riding:...
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Pasadena Police Department Conducting DUI Patrols This Friday
PASADENA, Calif.—Pasadena police officers will be looking for drivers suspected of driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs on Friday, July 24. During the COVID-19 pandemic, Pasadena Police Department is committed to keeping the public safe while running essential errands. “Safety is paramount, but especially during the COVID-19 pandemic,” says Traffic Lieutenant Max Dahlstein. “We are all in this together and want everyone to be as safe as possible when they are out. One way to do that is by...
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...
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...