UCLA Police Department

10/18/2023

10/02/2023

Officer Shamir Gonzalez’s motorcycle not only gets him where he needs to quickly, but also draws the attention of students! And as the son of immigrants, he is grateful for the sacrifices his parents made for the career he has today.

Learn more about Officer Gonzalez ⬇️

When an urgent situation happens on campus, Officer Shamir Gonzalez is often the first to arrive. That’s because as a motor officer, riding a motorcycle allows him to cut through campus and get where he needs to quickly.

10/01/2023

For the month of October, our officers will have the option of wearing a pink UCPD patch to support the and breast cancer awareness.

Learn more including how you can help at pinkpatchproject.com

09/26/2023

These Bruins got a free meal for walking their wheels! 🛴🚲 Remember to observe the dismount zone on Bruin Walk and Officer Gonzalez might reward you too!

09/21/2023

Meal Tickets Over Real Tickets is back! Walk your wheels in the dismount zone on Bruin Walk and you might get rewarded with a meal voucher from ASUCLA Benefits U. Thanks Joe Bruin for helping us spread the word! 💙🐻💛

09/18/2023

Our thoughts and prayers are with the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department and friends and family of Deputy Ryan Clinkunbroomer. We send our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

09/16/2023

Today, we honor the men and women who dedicate their lives to protecting our communities by thanking them and showing our appreciation!

09/11/2023

Today we reflect, remember, and never forget what was lost.

09/04/2023

The men and women of the UCLA Police Department wish everyone a happy and safe !

09/04/2023

CRIME ALERT: A strong-armed robbery occurred Saturday night near the Ralphs supermarket on Le Conte Ave. when two suspects pushed a victim off his bicycle and stole it.

Learn more: https://ucla.app.box.com/v/crime-alert-20230903

08/31/2023

As the University Apartments North lead officer, Jonathan Rivenburg now patrols the same buildings he lived and studied at as a UCLA student.

“There was an officer who was doing that for me, and now I get to be that officer.”

Learn more about Officer Rivenburg ⬇️

As the University Apartments North lead officer, Jonathan Rivenburg is all too familiar with the buildings he patrols. Having lived at Rieber Hall as an undergraduate, he now protects the same campus he studied at as a UCLA student.

08/30/2023

CRIME ALERT: Early Monday morning, a suspect entered an unlocked study room in an occupied fraternity house to remove property, and returned on Tuesday to remove additional property.

Learn more: https://ucla.app.box.com/v/crime-alert-20230830

08/28/2023

CRIME ALERT: A hot prowl burglary occurred at Saxon Suites last night when suspects removed the screen to a bedroom window while the victim was inside the residence.

Learn more: https://ucla.app.box.com/v/crime-alert-20230827

08/26/2023

Our K-9s have been really enjoying the dog days of summer. 🐶☀️ Happy from Blake and Kylo!

08/22/2023

Last week we held a ceremony to celebrate our retiring officers and the outstanding achievements of our personnel. Congrats on their well-deserved recognitions! 👏

Learn about our honorees: https://police.ucla.edu/blog/ucpd-personnel-honored-retirement-celebration-and-awards-ceremony

08/07/2023

Every member of our department takes a different path to working in law enforcement. Just ask Lindsay Schirner, a UCLA alum who went from teaching fifth grade to becoming our newest detective in less than four years!

Learn more about Detective Schirner ⬇️

Every member of the UCLA Police Department takes a different path to working in law enforcement. Just ask Lindsay Schirner, who went from teaching fifth grade to becoming our newest detective in less than four years.

08/03/2023

MISSING PERSON ALERT: Angela Shalon Wilson, who may also go by Angela Streat, was last seen at Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center yesterday at 6:55 p.m. If you have any information regarding Angela's whereabouts, please call our 24-hour dispatch line at (310) 825-1491.

08/02/2023

CRIME ALERT: An on-campus sexual battery/attempted strong-arm robbery occurred last night at Boelter Hall.

Learn more: https://ucla.app.box.com/v/crime-alert-20230802

07/10/2023

CRIME ALERT: Two burglaries were reported over the weekend at the University Village apartments on Sawtelle Blvd.

Learn more: https://ucla.app.box.com/v/crime-alert-20230710

07/04/2023

Happy from UCLA PD! We hope you, your family, and your friends have a safe Fourth of July celebration!

06/29/2023

As our Fraternity/Sorority Lead Officer, Larissa Amezcua not only educates members of the Greek community about safety, but also builds relationships that go far beyond her law enforcement duties.

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With approximately 3,400 students involved in Greek life at UCLA, keeping them safe is a major priority for our department. As Fraternity/Sorority Lead Officer, Larissa Amezcua not only educates members of the Greek community about safety, but also builds relationships that go far beyond her law enf...

06/22/2023

After a four-year hiatus, we were honored to once again participate in the Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics Southern California!

As the Special Olympics Summer Games returned to action after a four-year hiatus, so did the Law Enforcement Torch Run, featuring police departments from all across Southern California including the UCLA Police Department.

06/12/2023

CRIME ALERT: Two separate incidents occurred yesterday in the early morning hours.

In one, a group of suspects drove past and threw eggs at a victim and her friends from their vehicle, while one of the suspects yelled a racial slur.

In the other incident, a suspect climbed onto the balcony of a residence and removed two large signs while the residents were inside the building.

Learn more: https://ucla.box.com/s/dbzyp91z1ap1szxtw5dsmzbcrfb8mhr6

06/09/2023

Yesterday we were honored to participate in the Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics Southern California! Starting at The Los Angeles Country Club, our team ran a 4-mile route back to campus accompanied by Special Olympics athlete Marco!

05/30/2023

Wish you could work with your best friend? 🐾 Since 2016 Officer Tiffanie Hand has had Kylo by her side, our first K-9 officer in 20 years!

Learn more about Officer Hand and Kylo ⬇️

Whether at work or at home, Officer Tiffanie Hand's best friend is always by her side. Since 2016 her trusted partner has been seven-year-old Kylo, who was the UCLA Police Department's first K-9 officer in 20 years.

05/29/2023

Today we honor and appreciate the military personnel who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving their country.

05/26/2023

CRIME ALERT: A hot prowl burglary occurred Tuesday morning when unknown suspect(s) entered a fraternity house while the residents were sleeping.

Learn more: https://ucla.app.box.com/v/crime-alert-20230525

05/22/2023

EMS providers are often the first to respond to emergencies, and their prompt intervention can significantly impact a patient’s outcome. This week we celebrate our EMS personnel and the tremendous value they bring to our community.

05/15/2023

May 14-20 is . Please join us in remembering the fallen and honoring those who serve in a noble profession and calling.

04/28/2023

CRIME ALERT: An attempted strong arm robbery of a scooter occurred yesterday around 5:00 p.m. near the Court of Sciences.

Learn more: https://ucla.app.box.com/v/crime-alert-20230427

04/27/2023

From AAA to UCLA, Najala Baker loves helping people in every job she's had, including as our Dispatch Supervisor where she's ready to answer any call that comes in.

Learn more about Najala: https://police.ucla.edu/blog/meet-ucpd-dispatch-supervisor-najala-baker

04/21/2023

Students, want a job with our department? Then join us Tuesday for a student job fair at the Covel Commons Grand Horizon Ballroom from 5-8 p.m. Meet our CSOs, learn about our student positions, and enjoy food, giveaways, and more!

Register Now ➡️ bit.ly/adminjobfair

04/17/2023

Do you have good customer service skills? Want a rewarding job where you're helping people? Then join our team as a Public Safety Dispatcher!

Learn more and apply ➡️ https://police.ucla.edu/employment/public-safety-dispatcher

04/11/2023

Thanks to everyone who joined us last week at Pancakes with Police, including Joe Bruin and members of the UCLA Women's Basketball team! 💙💛

04/10/2023

It's National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week where we celebrate our dispatchers, the unsung heroes who respond to every call that comes in 24/7. In fact, our communications center answered 63,000 calls in 2022!

04/08/2023

CRIME ALERT: Late last night while at a party at a non-campus property, a victim reported being sexually assaulted, possibly involving the use of unknown drugs.

Learn more: https://ucla.app.box.com/v/crime-alert-20230407

03/27/2023

CRIME ALERT: This past Friday, an assault occurred off-campus at the intersection of Gayley Ave and Strathmore Drive.

Learn more: https://ucla.app.box.com/v/crime-alert-20230327

03/24/2023

When someone applies for a job with us, Sergeant Camille Brox and Investigator Luis Mercado help them toward a rewarding career in law enforcement.

Learn more about our Backgrounds/Training Division: https://police.ucla.edu/blog/meet-ucpd-backgroundstraining-division

03/21/2023

TRAVEL ADVISORY: Students considering travel to Mexico during spring break should be aware of an increased risk of crime and kidnapping in some areas of the country.

The U.S. State Department has issued a travel advisory with precautions for each state in Mexico: https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/traveladvisories/traveladvisories/mexico-travel-advisory.html

03/13/2023

CRIME ALERT: This past Friday two suspects entered into an occupied fraternity house and removed laptops, wallets, and other property of residents while they slept.

Learn more: https://ucla.app.box.com/v/crime-alert-20230313