Chula Vista Police Department

Press Release: Child Passenger Safety Week is September 15-21, 2024. Click here to read the full story: https://bit.ly/3MJjh6B

Press Release: Student Arrested in Connection with Threatening Messages. Click here to read the full story: https://bit.ly/4eg4jAQ

As part of Prop 64 grant funding, we are continuing our efforts to warn the community about the dangers of juvenile cannabis use. You should know that cannabis hyperemesis syndrome is on the rise. Know the signs and how to address it with physicians. Learn more:

What is cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome? Here's what to know, and why experts say it's on the rise Some doctors are warning that while cannabis has legitimate uses, it can also be misused, with debilitating side effects.

Press Release: (UPDATE 1) Arson/Attempt Homicide – Man Arrested Hours Later – Occurred at 899 Broadway (7-Eleven) on 8-24-24. Click here to read the full story: https://bit.ly/4g3zGAl

The Chula Vista Police Department stands with our brothers and sisters of the San Diego Police Department as we mourn the loss of a fallen San Diego Police Department officer and serious injury of another in the line of duty last night. Our hearts are with their families and loved ones during this incredibly difficult time. 🙏💙

Press Release: Summer Mobilization Campaign 2024 – The Chula Vista Police Department Reminds Drivers to Keep the Final Days of Summer Fun, Not Fatal. Click here to read the full story: https://bit.ly/4fKZp0j

Reminder: get your catalytic converter engraved for FREE + get a FREE steering wheel lock at our upcoming ENGRAVE & SAVE! Click here to sign up today: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/engrave-save-event-tickets-957371222097?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl

UPDATE AS OF 8-14-24 AT 12 PM:
Thank you all for your interest! Unfortunately, there are no more tickets available, but if you would like to participate in a future "Engrave & Save" event, please fill out our interest form: https://forms.gle/VmHum6coiWZkkLuh8

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*FREE STEERING WHEEL LOCKS AT ENGRAVE & SAVE*

Great news: our Engrave & Save event has returned! 📣 Become a hard target by engraving the VIN on your catalytic converter. This engraving service is being offered FREE OF CHARGE TO THE FIRST 200 REGISTRANTS on August 17 from 7am-12pm at the City of Chula Vista Public Works Center (1800 Maxwell Rd). To sign up, you must be a Chula Vista resident and your vehicle must be currently registered & be a passenger vehicle (no RVs allowed).

PLUS... we're handing out FREE steering wheel locks to participants (limit 1 per participating vehicle, while supplies last).

Space is limited to the first 200 registrants, so don't miss out! Click here to register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/engrave-save-event-tickets-957371222097FREE

Press Release: Chula Vista Police Department Receives $75,000 Grant to Fight Alcohol-Related Harm from the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control. Click here to read the full story: https://bit.ly/4djuQNq

UPDATE AS OF 8-14-24 AT 12 PM:
Thank you all for your interest! Unfortunately, there are no more tickets available, but if you would like to participate in a future "Engrave & Save" event, please fill out our interest form: https://forms.gle/VmHum6coiWZkkLuh8

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ORIGINAL POST:
*FREE STEERING WHEEL LOCKS AT ENGRAVE & SAVE*

Great news: our Engrave & Save event has returned! 📣 Become a hard target by engraving the VIN on your catalytic converter. This engraving service is being offered FREE OF CHARGE TO THE FIRST 200 REGISTRANTS on August 17 from 7am-12pm at the City of Chula Vista Public Works Center (1800 Maxwell Rd). To sign up, you must be a Chula Vista resident and your vehicle must be currently registered & be a passenger vehicle (no RVs allowed).

PLUS... we're handing out FREE steering wheel locks to participants (limit 1 per participating vehicle, while supplies last).

Space is limited to the first 200 registrants, so don't miss out! Click here to register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/engrave-save-event-tickets-957371222097FREE

Press Release: (UPDATE 1: Suspect Arrested) Homicide – 1400 Santa Lucia – Occurred 7/19/2024. Click here to read the full story: https://bit.ly/3SGGtWp

Press Release: (UPDATE 1: Victim Identified) Homicide – 200 C St. – Occurred 7/18/2024. Click here to read the full story: https://bit.ly/4cj1yxj

REMINDER – National Night Out is TODAY (Tuesday, August 6th) from 4 P.M. - 8 P.M. Click here to read the full story: https://bit.ly/3WRg5M1

Press Release: Major Injury Collision – 1600 Block of Wueste Road. Click here to read the full story: https://bit.ly/4dh3CHy

We’re looking for new recruits for our Cadet Unit! 🤩 Participants must be 14-20 years old, a full-time student with a 2.0 GPA+, able to pass a physical test, and of good moral character. If you meet these requirements and are interested in a career in law enforcement, this is the perfect way to learn more! A mandatory orientation for the recruitment process will be on August 19th at 6 pm at the Chula Vista City Hall — City Council Chambers (276 Fourth Avenue). Applicants under 18 must attend with a parent/guardian. RSVP with Agent Coleman at [email protected] for further details (RSVP is required to attend). To learn more about our Cadet Program, visit our website: https://bit.ly/3SxPUHP

We want to shoutout 3️⃣ local community heroes! (Swipe 👉🏼 to see their pics.) Yesterday afternoon, a car was seen driving off the 2nd story of a parking garage and flipping over onto its roof. Three witnesses sprang into action to check on the driver, working together to cut a seatbelt and get the driver out of the car. Miraculously, the driver received only minor injuries. Officers gave all three rescuers $50 gift cards – small tokens of appreciation for leaping into action to help a stranger in need. 🥹

Officers from Patrol Team 4 were honored to be able to stop by and join Benny in celebrating his 4th birthday this past Saturday! 🎈🎂Benny, you’ve got a bright future ahead — thank you for letting us be a part of your special day! 🥳

Press Release: Homicide – 1400 Santa Lucia – Occurred 7/19/2024. Click here to read the full story: https://bit.ly/3W54dVe

Press Release: Homicide – 200 C St.– Occurred 7/18/2024. Click here to read the full story: https://bit.ly/4fc4dvq

Press Release: Milestone Reached at the Chula Vista Police Department – Drone as First Responder Surpasses 20,000 Missions! Click here to read the full story: https://bit.ly/46ioOdu

If you're age 50+ and have a passion for serving your community... you're a perfect match for our Senior Volunteer Patrol (SVP) program! SVP tasks involve crucial yet non-hazardous duties, allowing sworn officers to address other public safety demands. No prior law enforcement experience is required. 😎 Interested in joining this amazing team of volunteers? Join us for the upcoming academy in October 2024 for new SVP members! Call (619) 476-2417 or email [email protected] to get started.

(Please note that a ridealong must be completed and a background investigation package must be submitted before August 2 to participate in the academy... so don't delay!)

To learn more about the SVP program, visit: http://www.chulavistaca.gov/svp

Press Release: Serious Injury Traffic Collision (Telegraph Canyon Road/Paseo Ladera) Case #2409416. Click here to read the full story: https://bit.ly/3zEieBT

DEADLINE TO APPLY IS TOMORROW, July 13! Don't miss this opportunity to partner with us at our next Community Leadership Workshop 🤩

LAST CHANCE: Join us for the final Community Leadership Workshop of the year! This free, two-day class (held on July 20th & 27th) is geared towards community leaders. Participants will see how the department is a leader in modern, constitutional policing and learn how the department uses crime data analysis and proactive policing to keep the community safe. Attendees will also be able to participate in a use-of-force training simulation and have lunch with the Mayor at a Q&A session. The deadline to apply is July 13, so don't delay! Click here: https://www.chulavistaca.gov/departments/police-department/programs/citizen-and-teen-academy

City of Chula Vista Government

LAST CHANCE: Join us for the final Community Leadership Workshop of the year! This free, two-day class (held on July 20th & 27th) is geared towards community leaders. Participants will see how the department is a leader in modern, constitutional policing and learn how the department uses crime data analysis and proactive policing to keep the community safe. Attendees will also be able to participate in a use-of-force training simulation and have lunch with the Mayor at a Q&A session. The deadline to apply is July 13, so don't delay! Click here: https://www.chulavistaca.gov/departments/police-department/programs/citizen-and-teen-academy

City of Chula Vista Government

Per the countywide Officer Involved Shooting (OIS) protocol, this morning’s OIS is being investigated by an outside agency – the San Diego Police Department. The following was released by San Diego Police Department earlier today:

On Wednesday, July 10, 2024, at approximately 1:01 a.m., Chula Vista Police Department received a call of a traffic collision at Marina Parkway and Sandpiper Way. The first responding officer arrived on scene and located a white sedan with front end damage in the road. The vehicle was occupied by a lone male driver.

The officer directed the male to turn off the engine and get out of the car. The male did not comply and began reaching around inside the car. The officer requested additional units. As other officers responded to assist, they continued to give directions to the male to exit the vehicle. During this time, the engine revved, and it appeared the male was trying to drive away, however the vehicle was likely non-operational due to the front end damage.

Officers made plans to use less lethal options to get the male out of the vehicle and safely apprehend him, including the use of pepper balls. The male did not respond to these efforts and remained inside the car. At one point, officers could briefly see that he appeared to have a firearm in his hand.

After approximately 30 minutes of continued commands to exit the vehicle with no response, the male opened the vehicle door. He then reached around and pointed a firearm at officers. The male fired at least one round in the direction of officers.

A Chula Vista Police Sergeant at the scene returned fire, firing his department issued duty weapon multiple times. The male in the car was hit in the upper torso and incapacitated. Officers were able to move forward and safely remove the male from the car. They immediately began first aid. Medics arrived and transported the male to the hospital where he was later pronounced deceased. No officers were injured or struck by gunfire during this incident. There was a firearm recovered from the ground just beside the driver’s seat of the car.

The male has been identified but his identity will not be released pending family notification. He is described as a 50-year-old Hispanic male.

The involved Sergeant is currently assigned to patrol. He has been employed by the Chula Vista Police Department for approximately 23 years.

Per the Countywide Memorandum of Understanding, the San Diego Police Homicide Unit was called to the scene to conduct the officer-involved-shooting investigation.

The investigation and review process for officer-involved shootings is extremely thorough. When the Homicide Unit completes its investigation, it will be reviewed by the San Diego County District Attorney’s Office to determine if the officer bears any criminal liability for his actions. Chula Vista Police will conduct an administrative investigation into the officer’s discharge of his firearm. The Federal Bureau of Investigations and the United States Attorney’s Office will also be monitoring the investigation.

Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to call the San Diego Police Homicide Unit at (619) 531-2293 or Crime Stoppers at (888) 580-8477.

Press Release: DUI Checkpoint on 7-13-24. Click here to read the full story: https://bit.ly/4bEa49R

Thanks to Prop 64 grant funding, officers conduct monthly operations to protect kids from the harms of ma*****na by following up on various leads through our School Resource Officers and our community. In the past 6 months, our Special Investigations Unit has conducted approximately 20 operations resulting in:
✅ over 1,300 lbs of cannabis products from smoke shops and illegal dispensaries
✅ over 1,000 lbs of flavored to***co products
✅ closed 3 illegal dispensaries
✅ made 12 felony arrests
✅ executed 10 search warrants

Thank you for your continued support in keeping our community safe and informed. Together, we make a difference! 🤝

SBCS

Press Release: CVPD and ABC Conduct Minor Decoy Operation Resulting in No Citations. Click here to read the full story: https://bit.ly/3zwb1Dx

Press Release: CVPD and ABC Agents Arrest Two Suspects for Furnishing Alcohol to Minor. Click here to read the full story: https://bit.ly/3xsJ2nU

Press Release: CVPD and ABC Conduct Minor Decoy Operation Resulting in No Citations. Click here to read full story: https://bit.ly/4cviZLK

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