SRPD TAKES A ZERO-TOLERANCE STANCE ON SIDESHOW ACTIVITY AND IS PROVIDING SAFETY TIPS TO OUR COMMUNITY: As sideshow incidents continue throughout the greater Bay Area, the San Rafael Police Department wants to let our community know that we understand their concerns. Sideshow

SRPD CONGRATULATES AND WELCOMES OFFICER CHRISTIAN NAVAS GARCIA: On Friday, the San Rafael Police Department congratulated Officer Christian Navas Garcia who graduated from the Contra Costa County Law Enforcement Training Center, Basic Academy Class #200. Officer Navas Garcia

SRPD WELCOMES TWO NEW OFFICERS AND A NEW DISPATCHER: Today, the San Rafael Police Department, joined by family, friends, and fellow city colleagues, welcomed three new employees, Dispatcher Caitlin Copenhaver, Officer Christian Navas, and Officer Jake McElderry. Officer Navas

IN MEMORY AND HONOR OF SAN DIEGO POLICE OFFICER AUSTIN MACHITAR #7989: The San Rafael Police Department has learned of the tragic loss of San Diego Police Officer Austin Machitar #7989. Officer Machitar was killed in the line of duty Monday night while serving bravely to

TODAY – COFFEE WITH A COP – TARGET STORE IN SAN RAFAEL FROM 11:00 AM TO 12:30 PM: Join your fellow community members and neighbors, along with members of the San Rafael Police Department, at Coffee with a Cop! It will be held today from 11:00 to 12:30 p.m. at the San Rafael

HAVE A SAFE LABOR DAY WEEKEND AND HOLIDAY - SRPD REMINDS DRIVERS TO KEEP THE FINAL DAYS OF SUMMER FUN, NOT FATAL: As the end of summer approaches and families prepare for Labor Day celebrations, the San Rafael Police Department reminds everyone to prioritize safety on the roads.

SRPD IS OFFERING TWO SPEED SAFETY AND COMMUNITY LIDAR/RADAR CLASSES - REGISTER TODAY! The San Rafael Police Department is hosting two Speed Safety and Community LIDAR/RADAR Classes in September.  The first class will be held on Wednesday, September 18, 2024, from 6:00 PM to 8:00

SRPD INVESTIGATING AFTERNOON ROBBERY AT SAN RAFAEL RETAIL STORE:   San Rafael, CA – On Tuesday, September 3, 2024, San Rafael Police Officers responded to a report of a brazen robbery in progress at the Home Consignment Center in San Rafael.  While customers were shopping at the

SRPD ASSISTS WITH RECOVERING STOLEN PROPERTY: Last Friday, SRPD officers assisted a theft victim in recovering their property. The property was originally stolen in March at a construction site in Oakland. The owner happened to see the stolen property listed for sale on

OFFICER AMBROSE COMPLETES FIELD TRAINING: On Saturday, Officer Ambrose graduated from SRPD’s field training program and achieved solo police officer status. He will join his new team and work the night shift on weekdays.  Officer Ambrose was treated to a cake with his radio call

SRPD HONORS AND REMEMBERS SEPTEMBER 11th – PATRIOT DAY AND NATIONAL DAY OF SERVICE: Patriot Day on September 11th honors the memory of those who died in the 2001 terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center in New York City, the Pentagon in Virginia, and those who perished when

CONGRATULATIONS OFFICER MANCIA: Officer Mancia’s graduation from SRPD’s field training program is a testament to his hard work and commitment. He now stands among his colleagues as a solo police officer, ready to take on new challenges and contribute to our community and

COMMUNITY MESSAGE: Safety is our top priority, and we are committed to protecting our community.  The City of San Rafael and the San Rafael Police Department respect the freedom to celebrate, but we ask that you do so in a safe and responsible manner.  Community safety is our

BE SAFE, BE RESPONSIBLE: We respect the freedom to celebrate, but we ask that you do so in a safe and responsible manner, and please remember to be considerate of those around you.  Community safety is our priority! Illegal Activity will not be tolerated. People who

SRPD AT SAN RAFAEL’S 5th ANNUAL PORCHFEST: SRPD Officer Ortiz was at this year’s San Rafael PorchFest held in the Gerstle Park Neighborhood. This great community and family event is well attended and has a ton of live entertainment and food. Officer Ortiz made some great

SRPD ASSISTS SRFD DURING LATE NIGHT FIRE: Just after midnight, several 9-1-1 calls were received reporting a fire in the area of Bellam Boulevard and Andersen Drive. San Rafael Fire Department and SRPD responded and found a large dumpster on fire. The fire was threatening a building and several

SRPD ENSURED MORE PEACEFUL WEEKEND COMMUNITY CELEBRATION   The San Rafael Police Department successfully ensured a more peaceful community celebration during this year’s Central American Independence Day observance this past Sunday, September 15.  The event, which saw a

TOMORROW – NATIONAL COFFEE WITH A COP DAY – 10/02/24 @ 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM:   Join your fellow community members and neighbors, along with members of the San Rafael Police Department, for the 9th Annual National Coffee with a Cop Day!   This Coffee with a Cop will be held this

OVER THE EDGE: Yesterday, just after 4 P.M., SRPD Officers and @sanrafaelfd responded to a minor injury solo vehicle collision on Embarcadero Way. First responders found the vehicle off the edge of the roadway and down the embankment. The driver was extracted and taken to the

STOLEN REGISTRATION STICKER LEADS TO A WHOLE LOT MORE: Just after midnight on Saturday, an SRPD Officer observed a vehicle and learned that the registration sticker was stolen. The vehicle’s registration was actually expired. The officer stopped the vehicle and contacted the