As students in Gilbert gear up to hit the books for the 2025-2026 academic year, the local police department is on the move to make sure they get there and back, without a hitch. The Gilbert Police Department is amplifying its efforts, with a noticeable uptick in officer patrols near educational institutions. As part of their preventative push for a secure academic year, the department is doubling down on traffic enforcement and community programs.
“Beginning this week, residents will notice an increased presence of officers around schools in Gilbert,” states the official news release from the Gilbert Police Department. The initiative will not just focus on making traffic stops but will also comprehensively engage the community through outreach and education…