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The CHP Golden Gate Division serves nine Bay Area counties, providing the highest level of Safety, Service, and Security to over 7 million people. Our division is comprised of twelve Area Offices, three Commercial Vehicle Inspection Facilities, one Communications Center, and an Air Operations unit. Each Golden Gate Division Area office and inspection facility was strategically placed to provide th

e best and most efficient service from the dedicated members of the CHP. The California Highway Patrol is the primary law enforcement agency for the freeways and highways of the State of California. The CHP also provides traffic enforcement services and general law enforcement to the many unincorporated communities of the Bay Area. CHP also provides assistance to other law enforcement agencies as needed. Each CHP employee is dedicated to ensuring you get home safely, that quality services are provided to you when you need it, and that you feel safe and secure as you travel throughout our great state. As the seventh largest law enforcement agency in the nation, the Department will continue its primary responsibility to anticipate and respond to the needs of the public which it serves. As the state continues to change and grow, so will the CHP’s promise to look to new and innovative ways to secure your safety as you travel for business or pleasure.

06/23/2026

GAME FOUR IS IN THE BOOKS! ⚽️🏆

Another successful FIFA World Cup match day is behind us as Jordan 🇯🇴 and Algeria 🇩🇿 faced off in Santa Clara.

Four matches down. Next up: Paraguay 🇵🇾 vs. Australia 🇦🇺 on Thursday, June 25. Let's continue to keep these events safe and enjoyable for everyone.

See you Thursday!

06/20/2026

GAME THREE IS IN THE BOOKS! ⚽️🏆

As Turkey 🇹🇷 and Paraguay 🇵🇾 faced off in Santa Clara yesterday, June 19, CHP personnel remained focused on ensuring the safety of everyone around.

Thank you to all of our personnel and partner agencies working behind the scenes to help make each match day a success.

Three matches down. Next up: Jordan 🇯🇴 vs. Algeria 🇩🇿 on June 22

See you there!

06/17/2026

GAME TWO IS IN THE BOOKS! ⚽️🏆

Another successful FIFA World Cup match day is behind us as Austria 🇦🇹 and Jordan 🇯🇴 faced off in Santa Clara.

As fans filled the stadium and brought incredible energy throughout the day, CHP personnel worked alongside our partner agencies to help ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone attending the event.

Thank you to our allied agencies, support personnel, and the fans who stopped to say hello, take photos, and share their team spirit with our officers.

Two matches down. Next up: Turkey 🇹🇷 vs. Paraguay 🇵🇾, this Friday, June 19. Let’s make sure we continue to have a safe and enjoyable event.

See you Friday!

06/15/2026

MOBILE ROAD ENFORCEMENT (MRE)🚛🚨🚔

The California Highway Patrol offers a wide variety of specialized assignments beyond traditional patrol.

This officer is assigned to the CHP’s Golden Gate Division Commercial Operations Unit as a Mobile Road Enforcement (MRE) officer. MREs focus on commercial vehicle safety through inspections, education, and enforcement. Their work helps identify mechanical defects, safety violations, and other issues that could put motorists at risk.

These commercial enforcement teams help keep California’s highways safe for everyone who travels them.

If you’re interested in joining a department with a wide range of specialized positions throughout California, visit chpmadeformore.com to learn more.

06/14/2026

GAME ONE IS IN THE BOOKS! ⚽️ 🏆

The first FIFA World Cup match in the Bay Area is behind us, but we know it’s not time to rest yet. We’ll be back on Tuesday as Austria 🇦🇹 and Jordan 🇯🇴 face off in Santa Clara.

A big thank you to our Valley Division Special Response Team (SRT) personnel who made the trip down to help us accomplish our mission of keeping everyone safe throughout the day! Another thank you to the fans and passerby’s that stopped to say hi to our people, take photos, and share some of that incredible team spirit!

06/13/2026

ARE YOU READY FOR THE WORLD CUP? ⚽️🏆

With the World Cup matches kicking off here in the Bay Area tomorrow and continuing through July 1st, the California Highway Patrol is ready to help keep residents and visitors safe.

Hear from Golden Gate Division Chief Steve Ramos as he discusses the preparation, partnerships, and confidence he has in our personnel ahead of this historic event.

We want everyone to have fun and enjoy the matches, but please remember to make smart choices.

Be safe, and if you see something, say something!

06/09/2026

The open filing period for the Motor Carrier Specialist I (MCS I) exam is now open through June 11, 2026, and the testing is 100% online!!!

Applicants will be able to complete the placement exam from the comfort of their own home anytime between July 24, 2026, and July 30, 2026.

Shortly after the exam results have been posted Golden Gate Division Motor Carrier Safety Unit will post open job positions for those who were successful in the testing to apply for.

Motor Carrier Specialist I personnel play a critical role in the CHP’s commercial enforcement program. Duties include inspecting motor carriers for compliance with safety regulations, reviewing driver and vehicle records, monitoring hazardous materials transport, and evaluating commercial vehicles such as school buses, buses, trucks, trailers, and modified limousines. Their work helps keep California’s roadways safe by ensuring commercial vehicles operate responsibly and within the law.

06/06/2026

PERSON INJURED IN FREEWAY SHOOTING ON INTERSTATE 580

San Leandro, Calif. — A teenage passenger was injured in a freeway shooting Saturday morning on Interstate 580 (I-580).

On June 6, 2026, at approximately 1:55 a.m., officers assigned to the California Highway Patrol’s (CHP) Hayward Area office were dispatched to a reported freeway shooting that occurred on I-580 between Oakland and San Leandro. Following the shooting, the victims exited the freeway and drove to 150th Avenue and Freedom Avenue, where they waited for emergency responders.

Responding officers contacted the driver and passenger at the secondary location. The passenger, a teenage juvenile, sustained a non-life-threatening gunshot wound to the arm. The victim was transported to a local hospital for treatment.

The CHP’s Golden Gate Division Major Crimes Unit has assumed the investigation. At this time, the suspect information and motive for the shooting remain unknown. Detectives are actively working to identify the suspect(s) involved and determine the circumstances surrounding the incident. Anyone with information related to this shooting is encouraged to contact the CHP Investigative Tipline at (707) 917-4491.

The mission of the CHP is to provide the highest level of Safety, Service, and Security.

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06/01/2026

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05/28/2026

MAN INJURED IN FREEWAY SHOOTING IN RICHMOND

RICHMOND, Calif. — A victim was injured in a freeway shooting late Monday evening in Richmond following a road rage incident on Interstate 80 (I-80).

On May 25, at approximately 7:33 p.m., officers assigned to the California Highway Patrol’s (CHP) Oakland Area office were dispatched to a freeway shooting that occurred on eastbound I-80, west of Hilltop Drive.

Responding officers contacted the victim at a secondary location after he exited the freeway to wait for emergency responders. The victim suffered a gunshot wound to his right shoulder and was transported to a local hospital for treatment.

The CHP’s Golden Gate Division Major Crimes Unit responded to the scene and opened an investigation. All lanes of eastbound I-80 at El Portal Drive were temporarily closed to allow officers to process the scene. After speaking with the victim and witnesses, it was determined that the shooting occurred following a road rage incident. Detectives are actively working to identify suspect(s) in this incident, and anyone with information is asked to call the CHP Investigative Tipline at (707) 917-4491.

The mission of the CHP is to provide the highest level of Safety, Service, and Security

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