By james art October 29, 2024
California Governor Gavin Newsom has launched a new “surge operation” for California Highway Patrol operations in San Bernardino due to an increase in serious crimes.
The operation, which is similar to what the governor’s office called “successful operations” in Oakland, Bakersfield and San Francisco, will see the San Bernardino Police Department working with the CHP’s internal task force. Additional officers will be stationed in the city to help local law enforcement reduce crime, which includes gun violence and property theft.
“We are deploying additional support to the CHP to help local law enforcement aggressively suppress criminal activity and provide this community with a new level of safety and accountability,” Newsom said in a statement. “Whether in the Bay Area, the Central Valley or Southern California – we are watching and ready to step in and support local law enforcement to protect communities and keep Californians safe.”