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The California Highway Patrol (CHP) is dedicated to providing Safety, Service, and Security to California citizens and everyone who uses the thousands of miles of our state’s roadways. Each CHP employee is dedicated to ensuring you get home safely, that quality services are provided to you when you need it, and that you feel safe and secure as you travel throughout our great state. As the fifth largest law enforcement agency in the nation, the Department will continue its primary responsibility to anticipate and respond to the needs of the public which it serves. As the state continues to change and grow, so will the CHP’s promise to look to new and innovative ways to secure your safety as you travel for business or pleasure.

10/15/2026

🏍️ E-MOTORCYCLES: KNOW THE LAW BEFORE YOU RIDE! ⚠️

While facing northbound on Magna Vista Drive and monitoring pedestrian traffic along Hollister Avenue, Officer Cortez observed a juvenile operating an electric motorcycle traveling eastbound.

After observing the electric motorcycle traveling at a high rate of speed, Officer Cortez positioned his patrol vehicle behind it and paced the electric motorcycle at 45 MPH for a quarter of a mile.

Officer Cortez also observed that the motorcycle had no license plates and conducted an enforcement stop and determined the motorcycle did not have current registration. The electric motorcycle was towed, and the juvenile was cited and safely transported home.

📸 The electric motorcycle pictured in this post is the one that was towed.

⚠️ SAFETY REMINDER: Not all electric motorcycles are street legal! Depending on the vehicle’s classification, electric motorcycles may require DMV registration, license plates, and the appropriate motorcycle license or endorsement to operate on public roads. Some electric motorcycles are not eligible for street registration at all.

✅ Before you ride:
🔹 Know your vehicle’s classification and California DMV requirements.
🔹 Verify that your motorcycle is legal for public-road use.
🔹 Follow posted speed limits and all traffic laws.
🔹 Wear a properly fitted, approved motorcycle helmet and appropriate protective gear.

An electric motor doesn’t mean a free pass on the road. Know the rules, ride responsibly, and help keep our roads safe for everyone.

10/14/2026

🐱💙 A Purr-fect Rescue on US-101! 💛🐾
While traveling northbound on US-101 near Summerland, Officer Foster spotted a small, adorable cat in the No. 3 lane, a dangerous place for this little traveler!

Without hesitation, Officer Foster stopped traffic and safely rescued the kitty before it could be struck by passing vehicles. With the assistance of a helpful member of the public, the cat was brought to our office before being transported to Santa Barbara County Animal Services for safekeeping. ❤️🐾

🍀 Meet Lucky! 🍀
Until we discover this kitty’s real name, we’re calling her Lucky, because this little adventurer was certainly in the right place at the right time when Officer Foster came to the rescue! 🐱❤️

Do you recognize Lucky or know who this sweet kitten belongs to?

Please contact the Santa Barbara County Animal Services at 5473 Overpass Road in Goleta.

Let’s help Lucky find her way back home! 🐾💙💛

10/10/2026

NEWS RELEASE
SANTA BARBARA COUNTY, Calif. – On October 9, 2026, at approximately 10:09 p.m., a fatal hit-and-run crash occurred when a vehicle struck a pedestrian in the crosswalk on Mission Street at the US 101 northbound on-ramp in Santa Barbara. The vehicle fled the scene in an unknown direction. The pedestrian was transported to Cottage Hospital, where she was later pronounced deceased.

The Santa Barbara Police Department initially responded to the incident and requested that the California Highway Patrol (CHP) assume responsibility for the investigation. CHP Coastal Division’s Multidisciplinary Accident Investigation Team (MAIT), along with CHP officers and detectives, responded to assist. Through investigative efforts and with assistance from the Santa Barbara Police Department, investigators identified the suspect vehicle as a white Mercedes-Benz C43. The vehicle was subsequently located parked within the city of Santa Barbara. A suspect was identified and arrested within hours of the crash.

The identity of the female victim is being withheld pending notification of her next of kin. Investigators are continuing to determine whether alcohol or drugs were contributing factors in the crash. The Mission Street off-ramps from northbound and southbound US 101, as well as Mission Street beneath the freeway, were closed for approximately nine hours while investigators processed the scene. The cause of the crash remains under investigation.

Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact the California Highway Patrol’s Santa Barbara Area Office at (805) 770-4800, Monday through Friday, between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Officer Arevalo is the investigating officer.

10/05/2026

It was a pleasure welcoming Assistant Commissioner Rodney Ellison to the Santa Barbara Area Office! 👮‍♂️

Assistant Commissioner Ellison took time out of his busy schedule to meet with our team, share the Department’s goals and mission for the future, and provide valuable insight into the direction of the California Highway Patrol.

We truly appreciate his visit, his leadership, and the time he spent with our Santa Barbara Area family. Thank you, Assistant Commissioner Ellison, for your continued commitment to our Department and its people! 🙏💙

10/03/2026

🚨 TRAFFIC ENFORCEMENT 🚨

Yesterday, a commercial vehicle was observed traveling 71 MPH NB US-101 near Bailard. The semi-truck and trailer was stopped, and the driver was cited for the violation.

Speeding, especially while operating a commercial vehicle, increases stopping distance and the potential for serious collisions. Slow down, obey the posted speed limit, and drive for the conditions.

10/02/2026

🚔🍋 Santa Barbara CHP had a great time at the Lemons Festival!

Our officers were out connecting with the community, sharing traffic safety information, and showcasing some of our patrol vehicles. We were also joined by our CHP mascot, Chipper! 👮‍♂️

We had SBCAG and Freeway Service Patrol on scene as well to educate the public with their programs that help the public everyday.

Thank you to everyone who stopped by and said hello. Stay safe out there! 🚗💨

09/29/2026

It is with profound sadness that the California Highway Patrol announces the line-of-duty death of Officer Brian Liles of the Visalia Area.

On September 28, 2026, at approximately 5:11 p.m., CHP Motorcycle Officer Liles was involved in an on-duty traffic crash on State Route 99, just north of State Route 190 in Tipton. He sustained critical injuries and, despite lifesaving efforts, succumbed to his injuries at the scene.

Officer Liles, 44, served the people of California for more than 16 years. After graduating from the CHP Academy in 2010, he was assigned to the San Jose Area and later served in the Hayward and Fresno Areas before transferring to the Visalia Area in 2019.

Officer Liles is survived by his wife, two children, his parents, and two sisters.

The CHP extends its deepest condolences to Officer Liles’ family, friends, loved ones, and all who served alongside him. His dedication to public service and commitment to protecting the people of California will not be forgotten.

09/25/2026

🌶️🚔 CASE CLOSED: CSI Chili is an award winner! 🚔🌶️

The Santa Barbara CHP entered a chili cook-off hosted by the Navy League, and our recipe brought home some hardware! 🏆

🥈 2nd Place Overall
🏆 Best Chili Name

Our award-winning name? CSI: Chili Scene Investigation. 🔎🌶️

We may not have solved every case, but we definitely solved the mystery of how to make a pretty good bowl of chili! 😂

A big thank you to the Navy League for hosting a great event and to everyone who sampled, judged, and supported the cook-off.
Case closed. The chili was guilty… of being delicious. 🌶️👮‍♂️

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6465 Calle Real
Goleta, CA
93117

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