Folsom Police Department

10/16/2026

It’s almost 9 p.m., Folsom! Have you done your 9 p.m. Routine?

Take a few minutes before bed to help keep your home, vehicle, and neighborhood safer. Don’t make it easy for a thief!

🚗 Remove valuables. Bring your wallet, keys, cell phone, and other valuables inside. Don’t give thieves a reason to break in!

🔐 Lock it up. Lock your car doors and secure your home. An unlocked door is an easy opportunity for a thief.

💡 Light it up. Turn on your outdoor lights to help eliminate dark hiding spots and make your property less inviting to criminals.

And don't forget to pick up your mail to prevent mail and identity theft!

A few simple steps each night can help prevent crimes of opportunity. Make the 9 p.m. Routine a habit, Folsom!

9 p.m. Check. Lock. Protect.

10/14/2026

Get Ready for Folsom’s Public Safety Trunk-or-Treat!

Bring the family and join the Folsom Police and Fire Departments for a morning of Halloween fun on Saturday, October 24, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Folsom Police Department, 46 Natoma Street.

Kids can trick-or-treat from emergency vehicles, meet our public safety teams, and check out police cars, fire trucks, SWAT equipment, K-9s, and mounted officers, and of course, plenty of treats!

Free and open to all ages! Costumes are encouraged. Please leave masks, weapons, and weapon-like costume accessories at home.

📍 Parking is available at Folsom City Hall and the Folsom Community Center, 50 and 52 Natoma Street.

Grab your costume and a treat bag, and come celebrate Halloween with us! We can’t wait to see you there!

10/09/2026

Please join us in congratulating Officer Akopyan on successfully graduating from the Sacramento County Motorcycle Training Course! 👏🎉

Motor school is widely recognized as one of the tougher law enforcement programs out there, and over the last few weeks Officer Akopyan rose to the challenge and excelled.

His hard work and dedication have earned him his motor wings! If you see Officer Akopyan out on the road, be sure to give him a wave and say hi.

Welcome to the Traffic Unit, Officer Akopyan! 🏍

10/08/2026

Here’s a look at the numbers from another busy week at the Folsom Police Department.

For September 27 through October 3, our team handled:

• 813 Calls for Service
• 34 Arrests
• 26 Traffic Collisions
• 99 Crime Reports
• 1,536 Calls to Dispatch

Thank you to our community for helping us keep Folsom safe!

10/08/2026

⚠️ Traffic Alert: Avoid Folsom Boulevard

Crossing arms are stuck down at all Sacramento Regional Transit District light rail crossings along Folsom Boulevard from the Historic District to Iron Point Road, causing traffic backups.

Sacramento Regional Transit is working to resolve the issue. Drivers should avoid the area and use alternate routes until further notice. Do not drive around lowered crossing arms.

UPDATE: The SacRT crossing arms along Folsom Boulevard have been raised, and the crossings are open. SacRT is working on repairs to restore full operations of the crossings. Thank you for your patience.

⚠️ Traffic Alert: Avoid Folsom Boulevard

Crossing arms are stuck down at all Sacramento Regional Transit District light rail crossings along Folsom Boulevard from the Historic District to Iron Point Road, causing traffic backups.

Sacramento Regional Transit is working to resolve the issue. Drivers should avoid the area and use alternate routes until further notice. Do not drive around lowered crossing arms.

10/07/2026

Our CAPS volunteers had a fun morning at Sandra J. Gallardo Elementary celebrating Walk, Bike, and Roll to School Day! Students were greeted with stickers and bracelets and plenty of encouragement for walking or biking safely.

We love seeing our community come together to promote safe ways to get to school! Thanks to all the students and families who walked, biked, or rolled safely today. Your smiles were a great way to start our day!

10/07/2026

Drone support helped Folsom Police locate a fleeing e-motorcycle rider during targeted enforcement on September 25 in response to community complaints about reckless riding.

A group of riders on illegal e-motorcycles fled when officers attempted to stop them. A Folsom Police Department drone operator tracked the group, helping officers locate and stop one juvenile rider.

The juvenile was cited for criminal and traffic violations, and the e-motorcycle was towed. Officers contacted the rider’s parents, who came to the scene and took custody of their child. Officers are working with law enforcement partners to identify the remaining riders.

Officers also stopped several Class 2 e-bike riders for minor traffic violations, providing education and warnings.

Before purchasing an electric bike or motorcycle for your child, make sure you understand the laws. As a reminder, e-motorcycles:

▪️ Are prohibited on city trails.
▪️ Must be registered with the California DMV and display a valid license plate for street use.
▪️ Require riders to wear a DOT-approved helmet.

For more information, visit www.folsom.ca.us/ebikes-escooters

10/06/2026

Join Us for Our Final Neighborhood Watch Block Captain Meeting of 2026!

Join the Folsom Police Department on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, at 6 p.m. for our final Quarterly Neighborhood Watch Block Captain Meeting of the year.

📍 Folsom Police Department
46 Natoma Street

We’ll share updates from our Traffic officers, offer tips for preventing scams, and highlight upcoming Folsom Police and Fire Department events.

Not a block captain? You’re still welcome to attend! Come learn more, ask questions, and connect with your local public safety team.

10/05/2026

UPDATE: SacRT crossing arms have been repaired and all roadways are now open.

Traffic Alert: Avoid Folsom Boulevard Due to Lowered Rail Crossing Arms

SacRT crossing arms are down at multiple crossings along Folsom Boulevard, causing traffic backups. SacRT has been notified, and crews are en route.

Drivers should avoid the area and use alternate routes until further notice. Do not drive around lowered crossing arms.

UPDATE: The issue with the SacRT crossing arms along Folsom Boulevard has been resolved, and the crossings are open. Thank you for your patience.


Traffic Alert: Avoid Folsom Boulevard Due to Lowered Rail Crossing Arms

SacRT crossing arms are down at multiple crossings along Folsom Boulevard, causing traffic backups. SacRT has been notified, and crews are en route.

Drivers should avoid the area and use alternate routes until further notice. Do not drive around lowered crossing arms.

10/02/2026

With the holidays fast approaching, here are some helpful reminders regarding e-bikes.
Electric bikes offer a fun and accessible way to enjoy the many beautiful trails throughout Folsom. While attention is often drawn to riders who do not follow trail or roadway laws and courtesies, we also recognize the numerous benefits e-bikes provide for individuals of all ages. Below are several ways e-bikes can be safely and responsibly enjoyed around the City of Folsom.
✅Riders CAN ride e-bikes (class 1, 2 and 3) on City of Folsom trails while adhering to the 15-mph speed limit.
✅Riders CAN utilize bike lanes.
✅Riders CAN ride class 1 and class 2 e-bikes with no associated age restrictions. Riders of Class 3 e-bikes must be 16 years of age or older.
✅Riders CAN ride class 1, 2 and 3 e-bikes without possessing a drivers license.
Electric bikes are a great form of alternative transportation that many in our community enjoy and rely on. As a reminder, riders under 18 are required to wear a helmet, regardless of the e‑bike class, and all riders must obey traffic laws. For full details on the rules and regulations for e‑bikes, e‑scooters, and mopeds, please visit:
https://www.folsom.ca.us/government/police/serving-our-community/youth-programs/e-scooters