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The Cotati Police Department invites all residents to join us for our upcoming Neighborhood Watch/Community Beat Meeting...
05/28/2026

The Cotati Police Department invites all residents to join us for our upcoming Neighborhood Watch/Community Beat Meeting!

📅 Date: Monday, June 15, 2026
🕕 Time: 5:00PM
📍 Location: Cotati Police Department – Lobby Meeting Room

Come meet your Cotati PD Officers, connect with neighbors, and learn how we can work together to keep our community safe.

Last week, Officer Sullivan was recognized by the Rotary Club of Rohnert Park-Cotati in their 10th Annual Salute to Comm...
05/27/2026

Last week, Officer Sullivan was recognized by the Rotary Club of Rohnert Park-Cotati in their 10th Annual Salute to Community.

This event recognizes and celebrates individuals, companies, educators and public safety professionals (law enforcement & fire suppression) who exemplify outstanding dedication to the community and to their professions, as well as epitomize Rotary's "4-Way Test" & "Service Above Self."

Congratulations, Officer Sullivan!

Today, the Cotati Police Department honors and remembers the brave men and women of the United States Armed Forces who m...
05/25/2026

Today, the Cotati Police Department honors and remembers the brave men and women of the United States Armed Forces who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country.

As we spend time with family and friends, we encourage our community to take a moment to reflect on the courage, dedication, and sacrifice of those who gave their lives protecting our freedoms.

We also remind everyone to celebrate safely:
• Drive sober and avoid distractions behind the wheel.
• Never drink and drive.

From all of us at the Cotati Police Department, thank you to our fallen heroes and their families. Your sacrifice will never be forgotten.

Cotati Police Department – Arrest AnnouncementOn May 8th, 2026, at approximately 2:15 AM, Cotati Officers responded to a...
05/15/2026

Cotati Police Department – Arrest Announcement

On May 8th, 2026, at approximately 2:15 AM, Cotati Officers responded to a report of a suspicious person at a residence on Lakewood Avenue. The reporting party advised that a male subject—previously seen looking into windows at the home—was again observed staring at the residence from across the street before approaching.

Upon arrival, Cotati Officers detained the suspect in the front yard of a neighboring property. The suspect claimed to be an Uber driver who had just dropped off a passenger at the residence. However, residents confirmed they had used a rideshare service earlier but a screenshot from the application showed the actual driver was a completely different person operating a completely different vehicle.

The suspect claimed he was attempting to return a v**e device left in his vehicle by a passenger. When asked further questions, the suspect invoked his right to remain silent.
The suspect was arrested for violations of Penal Code 647(h) – Prowling and Penal Code 647(i) – Peeping. Items seized included a cellular phone, gloves, and a black face mask.

This incident appears to be part of an ongoing pattern in which the suspect follows young women home from local bars or provides them a ride home through Uber or otherwise and later returns to peer through their windows. The suspect has been linked to upwards of six (6) similar incidents that have occurred in Rohnert Park and Petaluma. The suspect was previously arrested by Petaluma PD in 2023 for a strikingly similar incident.

Cotati Officers have issued a law enforcement bulletin to all Sonoma County agencies. The case has been forwarded to the District Attorney's Office for prosecution and is continuing to be actively investigated.

Uber has been contacted and has since suspended the suspect’s account with their service.

If you believe you may have been a victim of similar activity, please contact the Cotati Police Department at (707) 792-4611 and reference case number 26-0318.

Pictured is a distinctive hat worn by the suspect that has likely been worn in multiple similar incidents.

Happy Cinco De Mayo, everyone! Enjoy the night and be safe out there!
05/06/2026

Happy Cinco De Mayo, everyone! Enjoy the night and be safe out there!

Our April numbers are in!
05/04/2026

Our April numbers are in!

Thank you to Sonoma State University Police for the donut and flower delivery yesterday for Dispatcher Appreciation Week...
04/17/2026

Thank you to Sonoma State University Police for the donut and flower delivery yesterday for Dispatcher Appreciation Week! Cotati PD Dispatchers also provide dispatch services for SSU Police. Teamwork is what it’s all about!

Have you spoken to any of our Police Dispatchers recently? If so, it’s been one of these talented ladies enjoying their ...
04/17/2026

Have you spoken to any of our Police Dispatchers recently? If so, it’s been one of these talented ladies enjoying their Dispatcher Appreciation Week!

Our Police Dispatchers are enjoying every minute of their appreciation week. They have been getting delivered coffee and...
04/15/2026

Our Police Dispatchers are enjoying every minute of their appreciation week. They have been getting delivered coffee and energy drinks during shift, lunch from delicious restaurants in town and even flowers from admin!

We’re so grateful for our dispatchers, who show up every day ready to help, no matter the situation. Their steady presence, quick thinking, and commitment to our community make a difference more often than most people ever see. We appreciate all that they do!

04/14/2026

Last week we partnered with City of Rohnert Park Police & Fire, Sonoma County Fire District, CHP - Santa Rosa, Sonoma Sheriff, Rancho Adobe Fire District and Sonoma County Probation Department for the Rancho Cotati High School Every 15 minutes program.

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