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Salinas Police Department Holds Oath of Office and Promotion Ceremony

May 15, 2019

Salinas Police Department Holds Oath of Office and Promotion Ceremony

On Friday May 10, 2019, Salinas Police Department held an Oath of Office and Promotion ceremony at the PAL Building welcoming the department’s newest officers Jace Bernal, Kurt Han, Salvador Mendoza and Community Services Officer Michele Houston. Salinas PD also celebrated the promotion of Sgt. Angel Gonzalez.

Sgt. Gonzalez was born and raised in Salinas. He started working for Salinas Police Department in 1999. Angel has worked various assignments during his career including Patrol, Gang Intelligence, Field Training Officer, Internal Affairs and...

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"How to Drive Like a Cop" and Other Teen Life Skills Classes

May 1, 2019

"How to Drive Like a Cop" and Other Teen Life Skills Classes Offered by Salinas Police

The Salinas Police Department is hosting SPARK (Salinas Police Awareness, Responsibility and Knowledge) a free, multi-week life skills program for high school students starting on Monday, May 6. Participants will learn job interview techniques, basic first aid, social media safety, how to interact with the police, and safe driving in a class called "How to Drive Like a Cop." The driver safety class will teach basic maneuvers, collision avoidance, and more, and will also include a...

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Chief Fresé Receives Community Peace Award

April 17, 2019

Salinas PD Chief Fresé Receives Community Peace Award

The Child Abuse Prevention Council of Monterey County presented Salinas PD Chief Adele Fresé the Community Peace Award on April 16, 2019. This award was in recognition for providing leadership, vision and dedication toward ending community violence throughout Monterey County. Congratulations!

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