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To anonymously report crime you can:
Call the Anonymous Tip Line: 209-827-7070 ext. 288
Log on to the Police Department Website and submit your tip. Visit Merced Area Crime Stoppers at: http://mercedareacrimestoppers.org
"Crime Doesn't Pay - Crime Stoppers Does!"

Happy Code Enforcement Officer Appreciation Week!Help us recognize the hardworking members of the Los Banos Police Depar...
10/15/2026

Happy Code Enforcement Officer Appreciation Week!

Help us recognize the hardworking members of the Los Banos Police Department's Code Enforcement team!

Every day, our Code Enforcement Officers work to make Los Banos a safer, cleaner, and more welcoming place to live.

Thank you to our Code Enforcement team for your dedication, professionalism, and commitment to making a positive difference in our community!

COFFEE WITH A COP! Come join the Los Banos Police Department for coffee, conversation, and a chance to get to know the o...
09/30/2026

COFFEE WITH A COP!

Come join the Los Banos Police Department for coffee, conversation, and a chance to get to know the officers who serve our community.

There’s no agenda and no formal presentation—just an opportunity to sit down, ask questions, share ideas, or simply enjoy a cup of coffee with your local police officers.

We value the relationships we build with our community, and we hope you’ll stop by and say hello!

October 7th
8:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
Starbucks – 1380 E. Pacheco Blvd.

Bring your questions, bring your neighbors, and most importantly, bring your coffee cup!

We look forward to seeing you there!

Arrest Made After Fleeing Suspect Hits Officer with VehicleOn 9-17-2026 at approximately 2:21 a.m., Los Banos Police Off...
09/18/2026

Arrest Made After Fleeing Suspect Hits Officer with Vehicle

On 9-17-2026 at approximately 2:21 a.m., Los Banos Police Officers responded to the 500 block of M Street after receiving a report of a male subject yelling in the area. Dispatch also received information that a female could be heard saying, “leave me alone.”Officers located a male subject, later identified as Roberto Maldonado (34), as he entered a black Mercedes parked along the north curb of M Street.

Officers recognized Maldonado as having an active felony warrant. As officers approached, Maldonado attempted to drive away in reverse. During the incident, he struck an Officer with his vehicle. Thankfully the officer was able to avoid injury.

Maldonado continued reversing and collided with a parked vehicle. He then exited his vehicle and was taken into custody. Officers determined Maldonado was under the influence of alcohol,
During the investigation, officers learned Maldonado had gone to a residence to contact a female subject who he was legally prohibited from contacting under a served Criminal Protective Order (CPO).

Officers also learned Maldonado was not wearing his required ankle monitor. Maldonado was booked into jail for assault with a deadly weapon on a peace officer (PC 245(c)), DUI (VC 23152(a)), violation of a protective order (PC 273.6), and the outstanding felony warrant.

We would like to recognize the professionalism and quick response of our officers, who safely took the suspect into custody despite a rapidly developing situation.

Great work by everyone involved in keeping our community safe.

Arrest Made for Suspect in ShootingOn 9-16-2026, Los Banos Police Department served two search warrants in the City of D...
09/17/2026

Arrest Made for Suspect in Shooting

On 9-16-2026, Los Banos Police Department served two search warrants in the City of Dos Palos as part of an ongoing investigation into the June 2026 shooting in the 200 block of 7th street.

The search warrants were related to 18-year-old Aiden Banuelos, who was wanted for PC 664/187 in connection with the shooting.
Banuelos was arrested by the LBPD Gang Unit as he attempted to run from officers.

As a result of the investigation, Banuelos was found in possession of a stolen Smith & Wesson .38 caliber handgun.

Banuelos was booked into the Merced County Jail for PC 664/187 – Attempted MurderPC 25850(c)(2) – Felon in Possession of a Fi***rm

We want to recognize the excellent teamwork and coordination between the Los Banos Police Department, Dos Palos Police Department, and Merced County Sheriff's Office. Operations like this demonstrate the importance of strong partnerships between local law enforcement agencies in keeping our communities safe.

Remembering September 11, 2001Today, we were honored to be invited by three local schools to join their ceremonies comme...
09/11/2026

Remembering September 11, 2001

Today, we were honored to be invited by three local schools to join their ceremonies commemorating September 11, 2001, and honoring the memory of those who lost their lives that day.

First, we attended the ceremony at Los Banos Elementary, then we attended the ceremony at Henry Miller Elementary, and we wrapped up the ceremonies with Our Lady of Fatima School.

Twenty-five years later, we continue to remember the 2,977 innocent lives lost, the brave first responders who ran toward danger, and the countless families and communities forever changed by that day.

We are especially grateful to our local schools for teaching the next generation about the importance of remembrance, service, courage, and unity.

Thank you for allowing our officers to stand alongside your students, staff, and families as we honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice.

We remember. We honor. We will never forget.

Shooting Investigation UnderwayThe Los Banos Police Department is investigating a shooting that occurred today at 12:36 ...
09/10/2026

Shooting Investigation Underway

The Los Banos Police Department is investigating a shooting that occurred today at 12:36 p.m. inside a residence near 10th Street and Washington Avenue.

Officers responded to the area and took Juan Manuel Vasquez Flores (46) into custody. A family member sustained minor injuries as a result of the incident, and is expected to recover

There is no ongoing threat to the community. Based in the preliminary investigation, this was an isolated incident and is not believed to be gang-related.

The investigation remains ongoing. Additional information will be released if appropriate as the investigation continues.

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09/09/2026

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Gang Unit Arrests Wanted Person After Foot Chase On September 8, 2026 at approximately 4:30pm, the Gang Unit was patroll...
09/09/2026

Gang Unit Arrests Wanted Person After Foot Chase

On September 8, 2026 at approximately 4:30pm, the Gang Unit was patrolling the 2200 block of Gilbert Gonzalez Jr. Dr. Officers spotted 31-year-old Anthony Lyon of Los Banos walking in the area.

Officers knew Lyon had active felony arrest warrants and attempted to detain Lyon, but Lyon fled the area on foot heading south into the county area. The subsequent foot chase led officers through a couple of orchards just south of the Gilbert Gonzalez Apartments.

Lyon was eventually located hiding in a concrete irrigation ditch and was taken into custody without further incident. Lyon was arrested and booked into the Los Banos City Jail for a felony violation of probation arrest warrant, a felony stalking arrest warrant, and for resisting a peace officer. Lyon is ineligible for bail due to his violation of probation arrest warrant.

Good job to everyone involved in the apprehension! If you have any information regarding this case, you are encouraged to contact Ofc. Pacheco at (209) 827-2507 or at [email protected].

09/04/2026

Drive Safe Los Banos!

As we head into the weekend, the Los Banos Police Department and our partners at the California Highway Patrol want to remind everyone to slow down, buckle up, and make safe decisions behind the wheel.

Have fun, enjoy your weekend, and most importantly- get home safe.

Thank You Beverage House Our staff was provided a nice hot meal from the team at the Beverage House. Thanks for thinking...
09/03/2026

Thank You Beverage House

Our staff was provided a nice hot meal from the team at the Beverage House. Thanks for thinking of the staff here at LBPD!

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