Crime & Safety

Carlsbad Police Honor Citizen Volunteers

On May 3, at a "Wild West" themed event, the City of Carlsbad Police Department held its seventeenth annual volunteer recognition luncheon.

One hundred and thirty police volunteers ranging in age from 16 to 80 plus years provided services to the community of Carlsbad. The many services include patrolling the streets, assisting at special events and fingerprinting citizens.

“In 2011, our volunteers contributed over 23,106 hours of service “, noted Chief Gary Morrison. “This is equivalent to 11 full time employees.”

The Chief went on to thank and commend the volunteers for their service and dedication.

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At a “wild west” themed event years of service awards were also presented to the attendees and ranged from five years to twenty years of service.

–Carlsbad Police press release

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