Message from the Chief

School is out and the summer season is in full swing. Our community was hit hard with more than 30 car window vandalism cases when some individuals from Vallejo went on a BB gun shooting rampage during the early morning hours of June 15th. We put the word out on Facebook and Bay Area media channels and soon after developed a lead from the community. Armed with a vehicle make and model thanks to a home surveillance system from our community, the detectives developed a strong lead and worked closely with Vallejo and Benicia Police Departments, which were also impacted. Benicia Police Department took the lead agency role because they actually had a person shot with a BB gun by the suspects. The detectives from Benicia did an outstanding job and worked closely with our investigators, along with the Vallejo Police Department. This case was wrapped up this week with multiple arrests and is an example of great teamwork between neighboring law enforcement agencies and communities. We are very thankful for the work the Benicia detectives put in to help us solve this case. This case also underscores the value of community partnership! 

Have you signed up for Neighborhood Watch yet? We invite everyone in the city to be a part of our “Join our Pack” campaign for Neighborhood Watch, and meet our Neighborhood Watch mascot, Officer “Lobo”.   Follow us on Facebook for information on upcoming Lobo appearances.  

We are looking forward to 4th of July next week, but we want to remind you that the late night hours after fireworks shows, and the 5th of July, are the busiest days of the year for Animal Control Officers.  Our four legged furry friends often are terrorized by the sounds of firework shows and will escape houses, backyards, and enclosures in a full scared sprint! Please take that into consideration, take measures to secure your pets and offer them a comfortable setting. In addition, make sure they have identifying tags on their collars so that if they do find a way to run out, they can be promptly reunited with you and avoid a trip to the Animal Shelter.  

Oscar Ortiz

Police Chief

City Council Meeting on July 3rd - Cannabis Ordinance

Many of you attended the special neighborhood watch meeting on June 20th and received a presentation from our Community Development Director, Brent Cooper, on the city's Cannabis Ordinance. On Tuesday, July 3rd, the City Council will review draft cannabis related ordinances. If you would like to share your thoughts on this topic, please come to the meeting and speak during public comment. The meeting starts at 6:30 PM and is located in the City Council Chambers (4381 Broadway, second floor).

Meet Lobo at our Next City Wide Neighborhood Watch Meeting

Stop in and meet Lobo, then join us for our bimonthly city wide neighborhood watch meeting on Wednesday, July 18th 6-8 PM, at Community Park II. The training topic is self defense. We're partnering with American Canyon Community & Parks Foundation and the Boys & Girls Club for a family friendly community building event.