CHP - Santa Maria

Libbon Elementary School Careers on Wheels!!
We spent a wonderful day with the students at Libbon Elementary School. Officer Villard shared about his equipment and the ability to weigh large trucks 🚚. The students had a great time and asked great questions.

We had a great time participating in the Special Olympics Law Enforcement Torch Run!!

Please use alternate routes due to Drum Canyon being closed. A tractor-trailer was unable to negotiate a turn on Drum Canyon early this morning ultimately blocking the entire roadway. Crews are on scene attempting to cleared the roadway. Closures are expected into mid afternoon.

🚨 TAKE THE ONLINE EXAM • Become a Motor Carrier Specialist! 🚨

Join the California Highway Patrol's commercial unit as a Motor Carrier Specialist (MCS) and play a crucial role in ensuring the safety of our roadways! 🌟

As an MCS, you'll:
🔍 Travel within your division to inspect motor carriers.
✅ Ensure compliance with safety, maintenance, and operational regulations.
📝 Verify drivers' records for controlled substances and hazardous materials.
💡 Provide recommendations for procedural enhancements.
🚍 Inspect a variety of vehicles, from school buses to semi-trailers, to safeguard our roadways from unsafe commercial vehicles.

Join us in this pivotal role and contribute to keeping the motoring public safe. Your expertise and dedication will make a significant difference in maintaining the integrity and safety of our highways!

📅 Key Dates:
* Final Filing Date: 6/11/2026
* Test between: 7/24/26 - 7/30/26 (Online statewide)

📝 Application Info: Complete an STD 678 form by 6/11/2026, to be eligible for testing. Find instructions for mailing and electronic submission below.

TAKE THE EXAM HERE: https://bit.ly/4wl2Zq6

Join us and contribute to the safety and integrity of our highways! 🚛🚌🚓

HEAR IT FROM A MOTOR CARRIER SPECIALIST ABOUT THE JOB
https://youtu.be/4RnCU2GuP0A

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🚴‍♀️ May is Bicycle Safety Month! 🚴‍♂️

Last week, we had a great time participating in Valley Christian Academy’s Ball and Wheel Day. We set up a Bike Rodeo and taught students important bicycle safety skills! Thank you to all the students, staff, and families who made it such a fun event. 😊

Remember:
🪖 Always wear a properly fitted helmet
👀 Look both ways and stay alert while riding
✋ Use hand signals and follow traffic rules

Stay safe and keep riding!!

On April 26 at approximately 3:42 PM, the California Highway Patrol (CHP) received a request from the San Luis Obispo Police Department to be on the lookout for a vehicle connected to a commercial burglary at a local retail store.

CHP units responded and began checking the area. CHP Officer Polley located the vehicle traveling southbound on US-101 into the City of Santa Maria where officers conducted a high-risk stop. The suspects were taken into custody without incident with the assistance of SMPD and SBSO. The strong teamwork and coordination between agencies helped bring this incident to a safe and swift conclusion.

All stolen property was recovered (which appeared to be over $3000) and will be returned to its rightful owner.

As a friendly reminder: if it doesn’t belong to you, it’s probably not yours to take.

🕵️‍♂️ Not every mystery stays unsolved.

On Saturday, April 25, a hit-and-run crash on State Route 135 near Foster Road left three people injured and sent to the hospital. The driver fled the scene before officers arrived.

But leaving doesn’t end the story.

Through extensive follow-up and investigation, Officer Valenzuela and the team was able to identify and locate the suspect.

Crashes like this have real consequences for real people. Walking away from them only adds to the harm—and the charges.

We’re committed to finding answers and holding those responsible accountable.

If you think no one is looking… think again.