Updated 7:53 p.m., Sept. 20–
Orange safety cones dotted the parking lot at Sunrise Mall as part of Saturday’s police motorcycle competition and traffic safety fair, which also featured a kids bicycle rodeo, face-painting and bounce-houses.
Citrus Heights Police Officer Anthony Boehle said 23 motorcycle officers from across the state competed in the event, demonstrating their control and riding skills as they navigated around cones and difficult turns in Saturday’s timed challenge.
Although the event was free to the public, a $50 registration fee was required for officers wishing to participate in the competition, with a police department press release saying proceeds from the event will go to the Citrus Heights Police Activities League, a local nonprofit which works with officers and personnel who volunteer their time to “mentor and influence local, at-risk youth through a variety of recreational activities.”
The “Motor Rodeo” and fair was held from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, and was hosted by the Citrus Heights Police Department in conjunction with Sunrise Mall and the City of Citrus Heights.
