9000 pounds of Illegal Fireworks Seized in West Covina 🧨 Throughout June and into early July, WCPD and the WCFD Arson Unit conducted multiple operations targeting illegal fireworks. These efforts led to the seizure of over 9,000 pounds of dangerous fireworks and an unregistered firearm. One operation led investigators to a residence in West Covina, where they discovered 8000 pounds of illegal mortar style fireworks. The suspect was arrested and booked on felony charges. All fireworks are illegal in West Covina — help us keep our city safe this 4th of July. WCPD will be out in full force, including drone patrols. Please celebrate responsibly. 🇺🇸 📞 Report illegal activity: (626) 939-8500 Read the full press release on our stories and on Nixle, which is linked in our bio. • • • #WestCovinaPD #IllegalFireworks #4thofJulySafety #CommunityFirst #fireworkoperation #4thofjuly
🚫🎇FIREWORKS ARE PROHIBITED IN WEST COVINA 🎇🚫 Per West Covina Municipal Code §§15-62, 15-63, and 15-68, all fireworks—including "safe and sane"—are illegal within city limits. Violations may result in citations, administrative fines of up to $4,000, and possible arrest under Health & Safety Codes 12676 and 12677. 💥 Your safety and the safety of our community is our top priority. Let’s work together to keep West Covina safe this Fourth of July and year-round. 📲 Visit the City of West Covina website and search “Municipal Code” to learn more. #WestCovinaPD #FireworksBan #CommunitySafety #ZeroTolerance #WCPD #PublicSafety #IllegalFireworks
Day one or one day… Yesterday, four West Covina PD recruits officially started their training at the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Academy. This marks the beginning of an exciting and challenging journey toward becoming WCPD officers. Let’s wish them luck as they take on this next chapter! • • • #WCPD #PoliceAcademy #WestCovinaPD #FutureOfficers
🚫🎇FIREWORKS ARE PROHIBITED IN WEST COVINA 🎇🚫 Per West Covina Municipal Code §§15-62, 15-63, and 15-68, all fireworks—including "safe and sane"—are illegal within city limits. Violations may result in citations, administrative fines of up to $4,000, and possible arrest under Health & Safety Codes 12676 and 12677. 💥 Your safety and the safety of our community is our top priority. Let’s work together to keep West Covina safe this Fourth of July and year-round. 📲 Visit the City of West Covina website and search “Municipal Code” to learn more. #WestCovinaPD #FireworksBan #CommunitySafety #ZeroTolerance #WCPD #PublicSafety #IllegalFireworks
🏍️ Training in Motion 🏍️ Our West Covina PD Motors Unit continues to sharpen their skills beyond completing motor school. This training was conducted alongside our HOPE Team, highlighting our commitment to safety, precision, and community support. Every motor officer is M1 licensed and continually trains to ensure they’re ready for anything the road throws their way. 💪🚔 #WestCovinaPD #MotorUnit #CommunityPolicing #HOPETeam #LawEnforcementTraining #OnDuty #WCPDStrong
Congratulations to our newest Cadet Johanna Forman on passing her 6 week training program. A pre-requisite for all cadets is that they must be enrolled in school and maintain a GPA of 2.5 or higher. Johanna is currently attending Vanguard University in Costa Mesa, CA and was a three time national wrestling champion in high school. She is currently studying sociology. Johanna is following in the footsteps of her father, retired K9 Officer Richard Forman, a West Covina PD veteran of 21 years. Congratulations Johanna!
🚫🎇FIREWORKS ARE PROHIBITED IN WEST COVINA 🎇🚫 Per West Covina Municipal Code §§15-62, 15-63, and 15-68, all fireworks—including "safe and sane"—are illegal within city limits. Violations may result in citations, administrative fines of up to $4,000, and possible arrest under Health & Safety Codes 12676 and 12677. 💥 Your safety and the safety of our community is our top priority. Let’s work together to keep West Covina safe this Fourth of July and year-round. 📲 Visit the City of West Covina website and search “Municipal Code” to learn more. #WestCovinaPD #FireworksBan #CommunitySafety #ZeroTolerance #WCPD #PublicSafety #IllegalFireworks
Day 1 ⏩ Graduation Day 👮🏻♀️ Please join us in congratulating Officer Aguilera on successfully graduating from the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department Academy! We’re proud to welcome you to the WCPD family! • • • • #wcpd #policeofficer #recruittoofficer #policeacademy #westcovina #badge #swearingin
🚫🎇FIREWORKS ARE PROHIBITED IN WEST COVINA 🎇🚫 Per West Covina Municipal Code §§15-62, 15-63, and 15-68, all fireworks—including "safe and sane"—are illegal within city limits. Violations may result in citations, administrative fines of up to $4,000, and possible arrest under Health & Safety Codes 12676 and 12677. 💥 Your safety and the safety of our community is our top priority. Let’s work together to keep West Covina safe this Fourth of July and year-round. 📲 Visit the City of West Covina website and search “Municipal Code” to learn more. #WestCovinaPD #FireworksBan #CommunitySafety #ZeroTolerance #WCPD #PublicSafety #IllegalFireworks
Last weekend, Lt. Daniels proudly rode in the Police Unity Tour, representing the West Covina Police Department in a powerful tribute to fallen officers. The 3-day, 300-mile journey from Portsmouth, Virginia to Washington, D.C. brought together over 2,100 riders from across the nation to honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty. Lt. Daniels rode alongside retired WCPD Lt. Clements, who now works for the Orange County DA’s Office. Sgt. McLean and background investigator Curtis McLean (former WCPD Cpl), helped drive a support vehicle for the Orange County Sheriff’s Department, Orange County DA’s Office, and West Covina PD. Also, Chief Cortina arrived in Wahsington D.C. to show his support. We’re honored to stand in remembrance and solidarity. • • • #PoliceUnityTour #WCPD #HonorTheFallen #ThinBlueLine
Today, on National Peace Officers’ Memorial Day, we pause to honor and remember the courageous men and women in law enforcement who have given their lives in the line of duty. This week is also Police Week—a time dedicated to reflecting on the unwavering service and sacrifice of officers across our nation. Each day, law enforcement officers face danger with courage and resolve as they work to keep our communities safe. Their commitment often comes at a high cost, and tragically, some pay the ultimate price while protecting others. As we remember those who have fallen, we also express deep gratitude to the officers who continue to serve with honor and dedication. Let us take this moment to reflect on the lives lost in service, including the brave officers from West Covina Police Department: • Officer Frederik Ham (End of Watch: December 9, 1940) • Officer Jay Jackson (End of Watch: January 14, 1978) • Officer Kenneth Wrede (End of Watch: August 31, 1983) Their sacrifice will never be forgotten. ••• #Officers #Fallen #Heroes #GoneButNotForgotten #NeverForget #LawEnforcement #EOW #Officers #NationalPoliceWeek #WestCovina #WestCovinaPD #WCPD
This week, we recognize the voices behind the scenes — our dedicated dispatchers! 📞 Thank you for your commitment, professionalism, and heart. We appreciate you during National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week and every day! 💛 • • • #NPSTW #DispatchAppreciationWeek #WestCovinaPD #BehindTheHeadset #dispatch
Before National Property and Evidence Appreciation Week ends, we would like to proudly recognize the hard work and dedication of our Property and Evidence professionals! Your attention to detail and commitment to preserving the integrity of our community’s evidence is invaluable. Thank you for your behind-the-scenes contributions! • • • #PropertyAndEvidenceWeek #westcovinapolice #WCPD #BehindTheScenesHeroes
Please join us in congratulating the recent promotions and welcoming a new member to our department! 🎉 We extend our heartfelt congratulations to Sergeant Dettor and Corporal Smith on their well-deserved promotions! Also, we are excited to welcome Officer Stevens, who was sworn in today. Here’s to new beginnings, continued success, and dedicated service to our community! • • • • #Promotion #SwearingIn #Teamwork #NewBeginnings #PoliceFamily #CommunityFirst #wcpd #westcovinapd
WCPD Conducts Extra Patrol at the Spring Festival 🚔🌸 Ensuring a safe and fun experience for everyone, the West Covina Police Department increased patrols during this year’s Spring Festival. Officers were on hand to help keep the community safe while everyone had a great time celebrating together! ••• #WestCovinaPD #SpringFestival #CommunitySafety #WestCovina #PublicSafety #NeighborhoodWatch
The West Covina Police and Fire Department Robotics teams proudly hosted the Unmanned Aerial Systems training event for the SoCal UAS Regional Training Group! This event brought together local, state, tribal, and federal agencies from across Southern California to enhance skills and foster collaboration in unmanned aerial systems. Special thanks to Gravitas Protection Group for assisting with the training! • • • #wcpd #westcovinapd #westcovinarobotics #UASTraining #WestCovinaRobotics #PublicSafety #SoCalUAS #CollaborationInAction #InnovationInAviation #DroneTechnology
Please join us in congratulating and welcoming our two newest police officers. Officer Goodman and Officer Estigoy have successfully graduated from the San Bernardino Sheriff’s Basic Academy. Today, Officer Goodman and Officer Estigoy were officially sworn in by Chief Cortina! 👮🏻♀️👮🏻 • • • #wcpd #westcovinapolice #policeofficer #academygraduation
Happy Read Across America Day! 📚 Today, we celebrate the power of reading and the joy it brings to young minds. This past Friday, Chief Cortina had the honor of reading to students at Mesa Elementary’s Read-A-Thon. Let’s continue to inspire a love of books and learning in students everywhere! ••• #wcpd #westcovinapolice #MesaElementary #ReadAThon #ReadingIsPower #CommunityRead #readacrossamerica
Last night was a blast at Bowlero, where we came together to support the West Covina Police Explorers! 🎳 Huge thanks to everyone who joined us for an evening of fun, bowling, and community support. Every pin knocked down helped raise funds for these incredible young explorers, and we couldn’t have done it without you! 🙌💙 ••• #WestCovinaPoliceExplorers #CommunitySupport #FundraiserFun #BowlingForACause #WCPD #YouthEmpowerment
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We are heartbroken to say goodbye to retired K9 Rye, who served with bravery and loyalty in West Covina for approximately 6 years. Rye played a crucial role in apprehending countless suspects and locating numerous narcotics. Thank you for your service. Rest in peace, Rye. 🐾 • • • • #wcpd #K9Rye #WestCovina #InLovingMemory
Join us at BJ’s at the Eastland Center this Thursday, 2/13, from 11 am to 11 pm to support the West Covina Police Explorer Post. Your purchase will help fund uniforms and allow our explorers to participate in competitions. Be sure to show the flyer on the second slide when you check out! Thank you in advance! 💙 ••• #wcpd #wcpde #wcpdexplorers #westcovinapoliceexplorers #post499 #post499honorandpride
Join us in celebrating Captain Brandon Karmann on his well-earned promotion! Captain Karmann began his career in 2003 with the Arcadia Police Department for two and a half years before he lateraled to West Covina in 2006. Captain Karmann has received the Officer of the Year award. Captain Karmann has a Bachelor’s degree in Criminology and completed his Master’s degree in 2014. His assignments through the years include SET, Robbery Detective, Homicide Detective, Patrol Sergeant, Admin Sergeant, Admin Lieutenant, and DB Lieutenant. Congratulations, Captain! 🎉 • • • #wcpd #westcovinapolice #captain #promotion
Congratulations to the hardworking personnel at the West Covina Police Department! 🎉 There have been so many well-deserved promotions lately, and we’re proud to see their dedication and commitment recognized. 👮♂️👮♀️ Before being sworn in as Chief, then acting Chief Cortina made many promotions. Below are the individuals who were recently promoted: Lieutenant Armas Lieutenant Weathermon Sergeant Hawkins Corporal Waidley Corporal Surdam Senior Operator McCann Keep up the amazing work, and thank you for everything you do to keep our community safe! • • • #WCPD #PromotionCelebration #CommunityHeroes #LawEnforcementExcellence”
WCPD is proud to announce the newest addition to our K9 unit, “Rancho.” Rancho is a one-and-a-half-year-old Dutch Shepherd. Officer Rodriguez and Rancho began their basic training academy today at Adlerhorst International Police K9 Academy. We wish them the best of luck! • • • #wcpd #westcovinapolice #k9 #k9unit
The men and women of the Department remain committed to honoring our fallen Officers who gave the ultimate sacrifice while serving the community of West Covina. Today, January 14th, 2025 commemorates the 47th anniversary of the line-of-duty death of Officer Jay Warren Jackson #154; who was killed by gunfire, after a vehicle pursuit terminated in the area of Holt and Garvey. May Officer Jackson rest in peace. You will never be forgotten. ... #FallenOfficer #EOW #NeverForgotten #RestinPeace #WestCovina #WCPD
The men and women of the Department remain committed to honoring our fallen Officers who gave the ultimate sacrifice while serving the community of West Covina. Today, January 14th, 2025 commemorates the 47th anniversary of the line-of-duty death of Officer Jay Warren Jackson #154; who was killed by gunfire, after a vehicle pursuit terminated in the area of Holt and Garvey. May Officer Jackson rest in peace. You will never be forgotten. ••• #FallenOfficer #EOW #NeverForgotten #RestInPeace #WestCovina #WCPD
We are proud to stand alongside @sierramadrepd as we assist the city in battling the Eaton Canyon Fire! 🤝 Our officers are committed to protecting the community and ensuring everyone stays safe during this challenging time. A heartfelt thank you to all the first responders and volunteers, including the community members for their support and understanding! • • • #aread #eatoncanyonfire #wcpd #sierramadrepd #firstresponders #mutualaid
2025 marks an exciting new chapter for West Covina as we welcome our new Police Chief! 👮♂️ On January 7, 2025, Chief Cortina was officially sworn in as the new leader of the West Covina Police Department. With a career that began in 1999, he has proudly served in numerous roles, from patrol officer and K9 handler to detective with the Special Enforcement Team (SET). Chief Cortina has also excelled as a Training Manager, Defensive Tactics Instructor, and SWAT operator. Above all, he is deeply committed to serving and strengthening our community. We’re excited for the future ahead as we continue building a safer, stronger West Covina together! • • • #NewBeginnings #WestCovina #CommunityFirst #LeadershipInAction #wcpd #police #westcovinapolice
Today, we celebrate National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day! 🚓 We are incredibly proud to serve our community, and we want to take a moment to thank all of our dedicated officers who work tirelessly to keep our neighborhoods safe. Your commitment, bravery, and selflessness do not go unnoticed. Thank you to all the law enforcement professionals for your service, your sacrifices, and your unwavering dedication to justice. #NationalLawEnforcementAppreciationDay #ThankYou #wcpd #westcovina #westcovinapolice
Today marks the 84th anniversary of Officer Frederik J. Ham’s line-of-duty death. Officer Ham was among the first officers hired by the West Covina Police Department on January 1, 1938, and held the badge number “Motor Officer 2.” On December 9, 1940, at approximately 5:45 PM, Officer Ham was assigned to traffic, riding a department motorcycle. While patrolling the area of Garvey and Holt (now the Interstate 10 freeway), he observed a speeding vehicle. As he attempted to stop this vehicle, he collided with a second vehicle at Francisquito Avenue. Officer Ham was rushed to a local hospital but unfortunately succumbed to his injuries at 6:15 PM that same evening. He is survived by his wife, Virginia, and was laid to rest at Mountain View Cemetery in Altadena with police honors. In 2017, the West Covina Police Department dedicated the remodeled traffic office to Officer Ham’s memory, and the walls outside the office commemorate his life and passion for riding motorcycles. Additionally, our Fallen Officer Memorial, located in front of the police station, honors Officer Ham’s ultimate sacrifice. The West Covina Police Department will never forget and we shall continue to thank Officer Ham for his service. …. #fallenofficer #wcpd #neverforget #westcovinapolice
Please join us in congratulating Corporal Flores and Sergeant Casas on their recent promotions. Corporal Flores is pictured in the first two slides, while Sergeant Casas is pictured in the last two slides. • • • #wcpd #westcovina #westcovinapolice #promotions #corporal #sergeant
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