Bike Patrol Unit

The Kitsap County Sheriff's Office Bicycle Patrol Unit was created in 1990 as a part of the Patrol Division. It consists of 3 sergeants, 9 deputies, and 7 reserve deputies. All members are veteran officers who have received specialized training in bicycle patrol.

The strength of the unit is that it is a highly visible tool for community safety and commercial security, while having the ability to be quiet and quick when necessary. Bike patrol deputies ride high-tech mountain bikes and wear the latest in lightweight uniforms. Most of the unit members wear their bike patrol uniforms and carry their bikes on their cars while on patrol. They can change from car to bike to search to prowlers, patrol commercial and business areas, and perform other duties quickly and quietly.

Bike deputies ride 24 hours a day during three patrol shifts. Bike patrol deputies enjoy patrolling business districts, parks, and residential areas. During the drier months you will probably notice bike patrol deputies riding in the Silverdale, Kingston, Keyport, or Port Orchard areas. Spring, summer, and early fall allow for enjoyable rides and are a good source of physical fitness for the deputies.

You may see the Bike Patrol Deputies in your neighborhood or at your business. Remember that they are also there at night. You probably won't see them then, and neither will the prowlers and burglars they arrest until it's too late!