LA VERNE POLICE
BUILDING SAFER COMMUNITIES TOGETHERCOMMITTED TO TRANSPARENCY, EDUCATION, AND PARTNERSHIP
Welcome to the La Verne Police Department Website!
As the Chief of Police, it is my pleasure to welcome you to our newly designed website. Our team has put in a tremendous amount of effort to ensure that this platform provides easy access to important information and tools to better serve our community.
The La Verne Police Department is dedicated to maintaining a safe and secure environment for everyone. Our agency is comprised of 45 sworn officers, 27 professional staff members, a Reserve Officer force of up to 25, and 26 dedicated volunteers who work tirelessly to uphold our mission of protecting and serving our community with integrity, professionalism, and respect.
On this website, you will find a wealth of information about our department, including details about our services, programs, and initiatives. Whether you are looking for information on community outreach programs, crime prevention tips, or how to contact us, you will find it all here. Our goal is to make our services as accessible and transparent as possible.
Key features of our new website include:
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- Easy Navigation: Quickly find the information you need with our user-friendly interface.
- Online Resources: Access forms, reports, and other documents with just a few clicks.
- Community Engagement: Learn about upcoming events, neighborhood watch programs, and volunteer opportunities.
- Stay Informed: Receive updates on public safety alerts, press releases, and other important announcements.
We believe that effective communication and community involvement are essential to fostering trust and collaboration. This website is just one of the many ways we strive to connect with you and address your needs.
Thank you for visiting the La Verne Police Department website. We look forward to continuing to serve you with the highest level of commitment and dedication.
Stay safe,
Sam Gonzalez
Chief of Police – La Verne Police Department
Latest News Releases
Press Release Rodeo Jewelers
La Verne, CA- Sunday, June 29, shortly after 10:00 p.m., multiple suspects attempted to access Rodeo Jewelers, located at 1560 Foothill Blvd., by cutting a hole through the roof. La Verne Police Department Detectives and Officers had received information that suspects from another jewelry store burglary that occurred on May 27th, in the city of Glendale, were preparing to target Rodeo Jewelers.
Press Release Fatal Traffic Collision
La Verne, Calif. – On December 8, 2024 at 4:55 PM, La Verne Police Dispatch received a call of an injury traffic collision involving a vehicle which collided with a pedestrian in the area of Bonita Avenue and Damien Avenue. Upon arrival, officers located an adult male pedestrian who had been struck by a vehicle.
Press Release TC Bonita Wheeler
La Verne, CA – On October 31, 2023, at 5:19am La Verne Police Officers were dispatched to the intersection of Bonita Avenue and Wheeler Avenue regarding a traffic collision in which a vehicle struck a pedestrian who was crossing the street with their dog.
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In observance of Veterans Day, Tuesday, November 11th our Records Division will be closed.
We will not enforce the overnight parking restriction on Tuesday, November 11th, from 2:00am - 5:00am.
Enforcement will resume Wednesday, November 12th at 2:00am.
Halloween festivities will continue through the night but we wanted to thank everyone who stopped by the public safety building to trick or treat with us while our candy supply lasted!
As the night continues we remind trick or treaters to follow the safety tips we provided in our last post (👀).
As always we ask drivers to use extra caution, avoid distractions and SLOW DOWN.
Lastly we wish the Dodgers the best of luck!
Whether you are celebrating Halloween, the World Series or both, please celebrate responsibly. Do not drink and drive!
Happy Halloween!!!! As we get ready for this extra spooky day 👻 we want to share a few Halloween Safety Tips! 🎃👻🍬
🔦Light up the Night: Carry a flashlight or wear reflective clothing to stay visible in the dark
👻👻Stick Together: Trick-or-treat in groups and always let someone know your route
👩🎤Safe Costumes: Ensure costumes fit well and don’t obstruct vision. Avoid sharp or heavy accessories
🚘Road Rules: Use crosswalks, obey traffic signals, and be extra cautious when crossing streets
🍬Candy Check: Adults should examine all treats before eating. Discard anything unwrapped or suspicious
We’ll be trick or treating here at the public safety building beginning at 2pm until the candy runs out! Stop by and see us!
On this #FirstRespondersDay, we thank our police officers, dispatchers, and LVFD partners who work tirelessly to protect and serve our incredible La Verne community!
A huge thank you to all first responders for your bravery, dedication and service!
