Bike Patrol Unit & Honor Guard

Bike Patrol Unit

The Bike Patrol Unit is a collateral assignment. The unit consists of eight specially trained officers certified in police bicycling operations. By using bicycles, officers are able to traverse any area in the City as well as areas where vehicles cannot. Bicycles are capable of maneuvering swiftly and safely through congested vehicular and pedestrian traffic, and therefore are a proactive tool. Bicycles are often silent and difficult to see, providing the bike patrol officer with an advantage when attempting to apprehend offenders who are in the process of committing crimes.

PSLPD bike officers have repeatedly demonstrated their value as a rapid response resource at parades, concerts and numerous other special events. The community gains many of the advantages of a "beat officer" without the loss of mobility that dedicating an officer to foot patrol causes, and the officers can interact with and learn from the community. The unit also focuses on bicycle safety programs and bicycle registrations.

Honor Guard 

The Port St. Lucie Police Honor Guard is a collateral assignment. It is led by a Lieutenant/Team Commander, as well as a Team Leader, Assistant Team Leader, and 12 Team Members. The Honor Guard represents the department at ceremonies, funerals, and parades. The Honor Guard serves with distinction and pride while preserving the tradition of honor and respect.

During the year, the Honor Guard represents the Police Department during the annual Port St. Lucie Police Department Memorial Service, St. Lucie County Memorial Service, as well as the Statewide Memorial Service in Tallahassee, to pay tribute to the law enforcement officers who made the ultimate sacrifice. As well, they attend the annual Blue Mass event and represent PSLPD at funeral services for officers lost in the line of duty and at funeral services for retired police officers.