Sierra Vista Police Launch Aggressive Driving Initiative with Mascot Bowser Tortoise

The Cochise County government meeting on July 25, 2025, featured discussions on community safety initiatives, particularly focusing on traffic enforcement as schools prepare to reopen. Corporal Scott Borgstadt from the Sierra Vista Police Department highlighted an ongoing aggressive driving detail aimed at reducing accidents in high-traffic areas and school zones.

As part of this initiative, officers will be patrolling intersections known for collisions, targeting behaviors such as speeding and running red lights. With the school year starting next week, the department is intensifying efforts to monitor school zones closely. A unique aspect of this campaign is the introduction of Bowser, an African tortoise, as the department's mascot. This initiative aims to promote safe driving in school zones with slogans like "Think tortoise, not hare," encouraging drivers to slow down.

Corporal Borgstadt emphasized the importance of stopping for school buses when their lights are flashing and the stop sign is extended, noting that violations will not be met with warnings. The department plans to post signs in school zones to remind drivers of these safety measures.

The meeting concluded with an invitation for community members to reach out to the Cochise County Sheriff's Office for more information or assistance, reinforcing the department's commitment to public safety and community engagement.