New Sheriff's DARE Vehicle Debuts

Goleta - December 2nd, 2008

On Tuesday, December 2, 2008 the Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Department debuted its brand new DARE vehicle. The Limited Edition 2008 Dodge Charger R/T has been outfitted with eye catching markings and custom LED police lights.

While the vehicle serves as a visual reminder that the DARE program is a vital part of the community, its 350-Horsepower 5.7 Liter Hemi V-8 engine and 20 inch wheels demonstrates to young people that you don’t have to do drugs or join a gang to experience excitement. “A big fast powerful car like this is a testament to young people of how cool a drug free life can be,” says Sr. Deputy Mike Power who teaches DARE classes to hundreds of kids in Santa Barbara County.

The SBSO wishes to thank Chris Edgecomb of the Edgecomb Foundation and Jim Crook of Santa Barbara Chrysler for their generous donation. Both will be on hand Tuesday to answer questions about their commitment to helping our community.

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