The San Diego Police Department has been awarded a $428,000 grant as part of a statewide initiative to combat impaired driving, it was announced Tuesday.
“This grant allows us to take a well-rounded approach to traffic safety,” SDPD Sgt. Gregory Minter said. “By combining focused enforcement with officer training and community education, we can better protect our roadways and reduce the threat posed by impaired drivers.”
Police said the grant will be used to fund the following initiatives:
- DUI saturation patrols to increase high-visibility enforcement targeting impaired drivers across San Diego;
- Public education and outreach, to inform the public about the dangers of driving under the influence of cannabis or other substances and;
- Impaired driving detection equipment, to acquire specialized tools and resources to support officers in the identification and assessment of drug- impaired drivers.
The grant performance period will continue through June 30, 2026…