Paso Robles, CA -- Paso Robles police officers, along with other agencies, made 35 arrests in the first three days of the department's "Safe Streets" enforcement. "Safe Streets" is a new police operation aimed at combating the growing gang problem in northern San Luis Obispo County. Saturday was the first day of enforcement. Officers say the operation was directed primarily at contacting, identifying and arresting known gang members. 35 arrests were made and 30 traffic citations were issued; charges ranged from drug, probation or parole violations, to driving drunk or recklessly.

The Paso Robles Police Department will continue "Safe Streets" into the future to address violent crime in the area. The department wants your help with the effort to combat crime. If you have information about gang or other criminal activity, call Crime Stoppers at 805-549-STOP.