#ICYMI: A roundup of notable incidents involving the California Highway Patrol (CHP) this past week, including a freeway memorial dedication ceremony for fallen officer Andre Moye Jr., air operations team up to find a burglary suspect, Rail Safety Month kicks off, CHP in full support at the annual Women Leaders in Law Enforcement Conference, and CHP participates in a jersey giveaway for a local youth football team.
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The CHP Riverside Area hosted a Freeway Memorial Dedication Ceremony for fallen CHP Officer Andre Moye Jr. Tragically, Officer Moye lost his life in August 2019 after being shot during a traffic stop on Interstate 215 in Riverside County. This is one of the highest recognitions by the Governor and the State of California for a fallen officer. This sign serves as a reminder of the man who Andre was.
On September 2nd, the Contra Costa Sheriff's Department sought aerial assistance to pursue a burglary suspect. A CHP helicopter was deployed and began to search. Simultaneously, having resolved a separate case, a CHP airplane joined the search. The airplane team successfully located the suspect concealed within dense vegetation in a secluded area. To ensure a safe arrest, the CHP helicopter team landed nearby and assisted in the safe apprehension of the suspect.
The California Highway Patrol has joined forces with California Operation Lifesaver, Union Pacific Railroad, Amtrak, and other rail safety partners to kick off Rail Safety Month. With diligent support from the Amtrak Police Department, we have strengthened rail safety by issuing warnings and citations to motorists and pedestrians who infringed upon signs, signals, and laws at railroad crossings. Let's all work together to keep the tracks and crossings safe!
CHP is honored to support the California Police Chiefs Association's annual Women Leaders in Law Enforcement conference. This event brings together women of diverse ranks within law enforcement, fostering the exchange of knowledge, creating professional networks, and providing inspiration. This conference functions as a focal point for professional growth, hosting workshops and panel discussions, all centered around leadership, career advancement, and the obstacles faced by women in law enforcement. All of our CHP Commissioners were in attendance as a testament to our committed support for the progression of women in this field. Their participation reaffirms our dedication to cultivating a diversified, inclusive environment where women are stimulated to rise into leadership and exceed their potential.
On June 28th, a pursuit ended with an individual in question entering another vehicle owned by a coach of a local inner-city youth football team. The individual was subsequently detained, and despite not being linked to the incident, the coach was briefly detained due to his proximity. Having acquainted themselves with the team and its coaches, CHP personnel worked with nonprofits to provide the football jerseys and equipment for the team in a giveaway event held at a Boys & Girls Club in Oakland. The CHP goes the extra mile for our communities, and the success of our next generation takes a team effort!
The mission of the CHP is to provide the highest level of Safety, Service, and Security.
