Coronado Police Officer Ryan serves the Crown City well. Coronado PD granted me a four-hour ride along with Ryan. We met mid-morning and got to right to cruising. I was impressed how he assured his safety and mine. I don’t see a lot of news coming from Coronado, so I ask about trouble spots. Beyond motorized lawbreakers, there isn’t a lot of crime, although they’re not immune. I heard about jewelry thefts, bank robberies, even stolen bicycles left unlocked. They watch for trucks full of bikes. Patrolling a school area, I heard about a man who has been exposing himself to different schoolchildren eight or nine times now. He remains at large.
Quality of life expectations come from the policing standards used. Ryan is clear on this. He knows Coronado taxpayers want friendly and approachable policing. When they call, they expect and receive prompt, professional service no matter the complaint. Not much radio chatter or lights and sirens here. Citizens are known to call for loose dogs and abandoned cars – defined as being unmoved for more than 72-hours. They are closely enforced issues in Coronado with their own animal control officer and two parking controllers. Their duties keep them busy. Also, you’re not expected to pilfer recyclables or ride skateboards on the big island.
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