Being a Peace Officer is a dangerous vocation. Men and women of all ethnic origins have taken an oath to Protect and Serve the community they care about; often live and raise their family. Salinas California is a city with great history and beauty. Unfortunately, it is also a "hot bed" of some of the most inexplicable criminal element.
Yet the Salinas Police (as well as surrounding departments and CHP) continue to answer the call with vigilance to maintain and sometime restore peace. A world without crime is not the reality in which they live. They risk their lives to save ours. And I want them to know that for this, we are grateful. It would be preferred if there were no crime, but until that day we have these comitted professionals here to answer the call of distress.
This letter is intended to show support for the men and women in law enforcement in the Salinas California community, most especially the Salinas Police Department.
Criminal activity is present in the area and to decide to potentially place yourself in the line of fire everyday as you leave your family for work is commendable. We wish that perpetrators of crime would make better choices and live an honest life. In lieu of that, we are fortunate to have you in our life and thankful everyday for the sacrifice you may endure. Please be safe out there.
