Escalon Police Department

05/30/2026

Academy graduates, people currently enrolled in the academy, and lateral officers. The City of Escalon does not sponsor cadets through the police academy.

05/27/2026

What a great way to start the day. Coffee with a cop. It was a great time answering any questions the community might have for law enforcement and a fun way to engage with the community. Thank you for the opportunity Escalon Starbucks!

05/26/2026

Be wary of phone scammers and remember these tips!

05/25/2026

05/15/2026

National Police Week started May 11 and ends on May 17, 2026. Today, May 15th, is Peace Officer Memorial Day. The Escalon Police Department honors all officers who gave the ultimate sacrifice in defense of justice and order.

Escalon Police Chief Donald Stewart was killed in the line of duty on August 23, 1963 after being struck in the head with his nightstick.

Article – La Habra Star, August 26, 1963

“The Police chief of Escalon died early Sunday after a scuffle with a man he arrested. He was 59 year old Donald Stewart. Stewart suffered injuries Saturday night when he and Sergeant James Black received a call that Gene Bunton had been fighting with his family. The two went to the Bunton home where they encountered Bunton yielding a baseball bat. After wrestling away the bat, Bunton grabbed Stewart’s nightstick and hit him twice before he could be subdued. As they were driving toward San Joaquin County Jail in Stockton, Stewart suddenly slumped over the wheel. He was dead on arrival at the local hospital. Stewart had been police chief for 10 years.”

04/28/2026

With the improved weather, we have noticed an increase in use of electric scooters and e-bikes which are blocking roadways, performing unsafe stunts, riding into oncoming traffic, impeding traffic, and in some cases, being disrespectful to motorists. We encourage all to use the roads and sidewalks in a safe and respectful manner. If not, we will issue citations for any unsafe activities.

The Escalon Police will share information regarding classifications of scooters/e-bikes that are permitted on streets, as well as reminders for children to wear helmets to ensure the safety of this community.

04/24/2026

Come join the Escalon Police Department for Coffee with a Cop at Starbucks, located at 1255 Lillian Ave on Wednesday, May 27, 2026 from 9:00 am to 11:00 am.

04/21/2026

Please join us in welcoming the newest Police Officer to the City of Escalon, Officer Meza.

Officer Meza was sworn in by Chief Hardgraves at the April 20th City Council Meeting. Prior to joining the Escalon Police Department, Officer Meza worked for 9 years as a corrections officer with the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation. He made the choice to transition to the patrol side of law enforcement and has found a home in Escalon. In his free time, Officer Meza enjoys riding motorcycles and going on trips with his family.

Please join us in Welcoming Officer Meza to the wonderful City of Escalon, and be sure to say hello when you see him out on patrol.

04/20/2026

On Wednesday, April 15, 2026, around 11:30 am, Officer Palomino and Officer Meza were on patrol near the Plaza Shopping Center when they stopped a vehicle for a traffic violation. During the contact, Officer Meza discovered a loaded handgun in the door panel of the vehicle, within reach of the driver. The driver, a 22-year-old man from Stockton, was taken into custody without incident and booked into San Joaquin County Jail on weapons and traffic related charges.”