Crime & Safety

Police Cracking Down on Public Drug Sales

Authorities are focusing on Miller Park.

Gilroy police are cracking down on drug sales and alcohol related violations at a city park located directly across from a middle school.

Officers observed numerous violations Friday afternoon in an enforcement effort at Miller Park, including the violation of a restraining order and alcohol violations, police said today.

Detectives also witnessed a narcotics transaction, in which drugs were being sold from a vehicle to park patrons, including a convicted felon. Police arrested and cited several people, including

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Gilroy resident Richard St. Cloud, who was arrested on suspicion of marijuana sales. Police plan further enforcement efforts at the park.

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