Press release from the Menifee Police Department:
The Menifee Police Department issued 45 citations for a variety of violations made by drivers during a bicycle and pedestrian safety operation on June 3 between 3-7 p.m. The operation took place throughout several streets and intersections in the city, focusing on areas where pedestrians and bicyclists were present, such as parks and schools.
A total of 45 drivers and/or pedestrians were contacted during the operation and 45 were cited. Of those 45 citations, 2 were bicyclists stopped for violations.
“Safety is a shared responsibility, with drivers holding the greatest responsibility to keep others on the road safe,” Sergeant Dan Beare said. “We hope this operation serves as a reminder to everyone to practice due care and to look out for one another.”
The Menifee Police Department will be holding another bicycle and pedestrian safety operation soon, but a date has not been determined yet. A news release will be sent out when that date is selected, and officers staffed for it.
Funding for this program was provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
