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Police respond to mental health incident

Published on December 16, 2025

Menlo Park Police responded to calls of a person with a gun. When officers arrived, it was determined that the person and vehicle matched the description of a missing and suicidal person. The scene was secured, and after a planned approach of the vehicle, the person was found deceased by suicide in the vehicle.

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Drowsy Driving Prevention Week

Published on November 03, 2025

Nov. 2–8 is Drowsy Driving Prevention Week, a national campaign to raise awareness about the dangers of driving while fatigued. Each year, hundreds of lives are lost in drowsy driving-related crashes. Learn how to prevent fatigue behind the wheel with guidance from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

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National Teen Driver Safety Week

Published on October 20, 2025

Oct. 19–25 is National Teen Driver Safety Week and the Menlo Park Police Department is providing tools to ensure teens stay safe on the road. Talk with your teens about safe driving habits this week. Traffic collisions are the leading cause of death for teens ages 15–18. In 2023, 2,611 people were killed in crashes involving teen drivers and 53% of teen drivers who died were not wearing seatbelts.

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Get ready, Belle Haven! Join a disaster preparedness workshop Oct. 18

Published on October 13, 2025

Let’s get ready, Belle Haven! Join Climate Resilient Communities for a free disaster preparedness workshop to learn how to stay safe before, during and after an emergency. Topics include health impacts, emergency response, CPR training and community involvement. The event takes place Saturday, Oct. 18, from noon–3 p.m. at the Belle Haven Community Campus (100 Terminal Ave.)

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October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month

Published on October 06, 2025

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, a national campaign dedicated to raising awareness about domestic violence. Every October, people unite across the country to uplift the needs, voices and experiences of survivors. This month reminds us that domestic violence affects people of all backgrounds and that support and education are vital to prevention and healing.

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Police participating in Pink Patch Project for Breast Cancer Awareness

Published on September 29, 2025

This October, the Menlo Park Police Department is joining the Pink Patch Project during Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Pink patches will be available for purchase at the Police Department lobby for $10, with all proceeds benefiting Bay Area Cancer Connections.

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Police conduct undercover operation to combat child exploitation

Published on September 24, 2025

Menlo Park Police conducted an undercover operation seeking to combat child exploitation on today, September 24, 2025. Detectives, in coordination with members of the Northern California Regional Intelligence Center, concluded a multi-day operation with three arrests of individuals who traveled to Menlo Park with the intent to sexually victimize children.

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DUI Checkpoint Sept. 26

Published on September 22, 2025

Friday, Sept. 26, from 7 p.m. until 2 a.m., the Menlo Park Police Department will be setting up a DUI checkpoint near Marsh Road and Florence Street. This location was carefully chosen based on data showing areas with frequent impaired-driving crashes. The City’s goal is to keep streets safer by identifying and removing drivers who may be impaired before they can cause harm.

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Proclamation for National Night Out Block Party captains

Published on September 15, 2025

At the Sept. 9 meeting, Menlo Park City Council presented the National Night Out block party captains with a special proclamation to recognize their outstanding commitment to fostering neighborhood spirit and promoting public safety.

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September is Pedestrian Safety Month

Published on September 08, 2025

September is Pedestrian Safety Month in California. The Menlo Park Police Department would like to remind drivers to slow down and be alert for people walking on our roads. By always taking extra precautions, you can help protect pedestrians and reduce the risk of crashes and injuries. Menlo Park Police Department offers safe driving and walking tips...

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News articles

Police respond to mental health incident

Drowsy Driving Prevention Week

National Teen Driver Safety Week

Get ready, Belle Haven! Join a disaster preparedness workshop Oct. 18

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month

Police participating in Pink Patch Project for Breast Cancer Awareness

Police conduct undercover operation to combat child exploitation

DUI Checkpoint Sept. 26

Proclamation for National Night Out Block Party captains

September is Pedestrian Safety Month

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