Salinas Police Department
Remembering Adrian Garcia (1986-2014)
Early on July 5, 2014, Adrian Garcia, age 27, a resident and native of Salinas, was killed by a hit-and-run driver estimated to be traveling 70 mph in a 45 mph zone. Adrian’s girlfriend, Eliana Corona, witnessed as he was thrown about 150 feet on impact The Salinas Police Department asks the public’s help with…
Keeping the Local Bike Scene Cool: It’s a multi-pronged effort
Is biking to school worth the risk? What might this Salinas High student, and his parents, say? How can kids of all ages be better supported in biking safely in Monterey County–and who’s already helping?
Salinas Bike Party, a Courteous Social Bike Run
Cruise nighttime Salinas by bike in this courteous social bike run and discover why the positive buzz–and number of riders–is building.
Tu familia – Distracted? Watch out. We’re all family! — Dooring and more
Zero Tolerance Day or any day, distracted driving can be deadly. Watch a public service announcement that brings the point home–en español y en ingles.
Ways to Avoid Crashes When Biking Monterey County
Dr. Hugh Stallworth knows a community effort is needed to help reverse the childhood obesity and diabetes epidemic. The parent out biking with his children clearly knew biking benefits their long-term health. What happened? And how can such bike crashes be prevented? And how can you help?
Neighborhood Watch by Bike
Patrolling by bicycle: It’s not just for cops on bikes! Community building and crime prevention are both goals of the Monterey Park Neighborhood Watch program in Salinas.