SLO police cite 35 during bicycle and pedestrian safety operation
May 7, 2025
By JOSH FRIEDMAN
The San Luis Obispo Police Department issued 35 citations to drivers and bicyclists for a variety of violations during a bicycle and pedestrian safety operation on Monday.
Police officers conducted the operation citywide from 7 a.m. to 12 p.m. Officers contacted a total of 54 drivers and bicyclists during the operation.
They issued citations for violations including running a stop sign, unsafe speed, texting, cell phone use, yielding the right of way, crossing a double yellow line, driving in a designated bike lane, impeding a roadway, wrong way riding and gridlock.
“Safety is a shared responsibility, with drivers holding the greatest responsibility to keep other road users safe,” Sgt. Stradley said in a statement. “We hope this operation serves as a reminder to everyone to practice due care and to look out for one another.”
The police department received funding for the program from a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
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