21 Cited and 1 Arrested for DUI During Bicycle, Pedestrian Safety Operation 
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
May 18, 2026
Sergeant Mario Giomi
[email protected]
707-776-3722
21 Cited and 1 Arrested for DUI During Bicycle, Pedestrian Safety Operation
Petaluma, Calif. – The Petaluma Police Department issued 21citations for a variety of violations made by drivers during a bicycle and pedestrian safety operation on May 13, 2026.
21 drivers were issued citations for various vehicle code violations, 1 bicyclist was issued a citation, and 1 driver was arrested for DUI.
The operation took place throughout Petaluma from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. 24 people were contacted during the operation.
“Safety is a shared responsibility, with drivers holding the greatest responsibility to keep other road users safe,” Sergeant Mario Giomi said. “We hope this operation serves as a reminder to everyone to practice due care and to look out for one another.”
Funding for this program was provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Address/Location
Petaluma Police Department
969 Petaluma Blvd N
Petaluma, CA 94952
Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 707-778-4372
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