NAVASOTA POLICE DEPT. INTRODUCES BIKE PATROL UNIT

  

The Navasota Police Department is rolling out two new sets of wheels.

The department has added two police bicycles for its first bike patrol unit.  The unit will primarily be used for events and off-duty assignments.

The City of Navasota says the bicycles originally belonged to the police department over 20 years ago and were recently found by city staff in storage.  The bikes were repaired and upgraded to ensure they remain functional.

Now fully outfitted for police patrol, the bikes come with lights, sirens, racks, bags, helmets and other accessories acquired through donations from local businesses.  Those include Blackberry & Honeysuckle, Bless Up Boutique & Embroidery, Linnenbank Law Office, Off the Map 219, Paris Pink & Cowboy Blue Baby Boutique, Classic Rock Coffee Co. & Kitchen, Stonecroft Marketplace, Navasota Elks Lodge, and The Press & Badge LLC.

Navasota Police Chief Mike Mize said the department is excited about this new unit and the benefits that will come as a result.  He said it will not only assist in addressing crime, but will also enhance community relations and officer health.