City of Menifee-Police Department

08/28/2026

It's that time of year! 🎒📚

Now that our students are back to school, we want to remind our community members that more drivers, pedestrians, and bicyclists will be sharing our roads as part of their school-year routines.

Whether you're driving, walking, or riding your bike, a little extra awareness can help keep everyone safe. Here are some helpful reminders to help you get where you're going safely.

08/26/2026

Happy National Dog Day to all of the working dogs out there!

From helping catch bad guys to detecting illegal narcotics, we couldn’t do what we do without you.

Our K9s have plenty of bark, but when duty calls, they definitely bring the bite.💙

08/26/2026

Press Release - Arrest of Interest

Menifee, CA – On Wednesday, August 12, 2026, members of the Menifee Police Department Investigations Bureau became aware of two individuals wanted on active, extraditable warrants issued by the State of Indiana. The warrants were for 75-year-old Linda Swift and 55-year-old Thomas Baker, who were wanted on charges related to narcotics possession and sales.

Utilizing available investigative resources and technology, including the department's Flock Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) camera system, investigators were able to locate the subjects' vehicle in the City of Menifee. Investigators coordinated with members of the Special Enforcement Team (SET), who subsequently contacted Swift and Baker.

Both subjects were safely taken into custody without incident and transported to the Cois M. Byrd Detention Center in Murrieta. They will remain in custody pending the extradition process and their release to authorities from the State of Indiana.

This incident highlights the continued value of technology and collaborative law enforcement resources in supporting public safety efforts. “At the Menifee Police Department, we are committed to the responsible use of available technology and investigative resources to enhance the effectiveness of our personnel in serving the community,” said Menifee Police Chief David Gutierrez. “Tools such as the Flock ALPR system provide officers and investigators with valuable investigative leads that can assist in identifying wanted individuals, locating vehicles associated with criminal activity, apprehending suspects who may be attempting to evade arrest, and locating missing persons.”

By leveraging evolving technology, collaboration, and innovative investigative tools, the Menifee Police Department remains committed to enhancing public safety, protecting our community, and holding those responsible for criminal activity accountable.

Read more: menifeepolice.org/transparency/

08/25/2026

Join us!

08/25/2026

Meet the Menifee Police School Resource Officers who will be helping keep our Menifee students safe and supported during the 2026–2027 school year!

🚓 Officer "Jack" Khoudian – Serving all Romoland Schools
🚓 Officer Ochoa – Heritage High School
🚓 Officer Murphy – Paloma Valley High School

We’re excited for another school year and wish all of our students, teachers, staff, and families a happy, successful, and safe school year!

08/20/2026

PRESS RELEASE - Fatal Traffic Collision

Menifee, CA — On Wednesday, August 19, 2026, at approximately 8:41 p.m., the Menifee Police Department responded to a two-vehicle traffic collision on Newport Road, east of Derby Hill Drive, involving a 2022 Kia K5 and a 2011 BMW 328i.

Upon arrival, officers found both vehicles with major damage. CAL FIRE and American Medical Response (AMR) personnel responded to the scene. The driver of the Kia, a Lake Elsinore resident, was pronounced deceased at the scene. An adult female passenger sustained serious injuries and was transported to a local hospital. A juvenile passenger was also transported to a local hospital as a precaution. At the time of this release, the adult female remains in critical but stable condition, while the juvenile remains in stable condition.

The driver and passenger of the BMW were contacted at the scene and provided statements to officers before being released. The adult male passenger of the BMW was transported to a local hospital and remains in stable condition.

The Menifee Police Department Traffic Unit responded to the scene and assumed the investigation.

Preliminary findings indicate the BMW was traveling westbound on Newport Road while the Kia was traveling eastbound. For reasons that remain under investigation, the BMW crossed the center median and entered the eastbound lanes, where it collided with the Kia.

At this time, it is unknown whether alcohol or drugs were contributing factors in the collision. The exact cause and circumstances surrounding the collision remain under investigation.

Anyone who witnessed the collision or has additional information is encouraged to contact Officer Pisciuneri with the Menifee Police Department Traffic Unit at (951) 723-1668 or the Traffic Unit at (951) 723-1500.

Read more: menifeepolice.org/transparency/

08/20/2026

***ROAD CLOSURE***

Newport Road is closed in both directions between Berea Road and Derby Hill Drive due to a major traffic collision. Please use alternate routes and avoid the area.
Thank you.

08/18/2026

PRESS RELEASE -Fatal Injury Traffic Crash Investigation - Update

Menifee, CA – On Saturday, August 15, 2026, investigators with the Menifee Police Department took possession of the vehicle believed to be involved in the fatal injury traffic crash on August 12, 2026, that tragically took the life of a 15-year-old Menifee resident.
As the investigation continues, our investigators are pursuing all leads and exhausting all available resources to bring this case to a close. Anyone who may have additional information regarding a white, 2004 Toyota Sienna, in the area of Briggs Road and Garbani Road on the night of August 12th is urged to call the Menifee Police Traffic Unit at (951) 723-1500.

**ORIGINAL MEDIA RELEASE**
FATAL INJURY TRAFFIC CRASH INVESTIGATION
Menifee, CA – On Wednesday, August 12, 2026, at approximately 8:19 PM, Menifee Police Officers responded to the area of Briggs Road, just north of Garbani Road, regarding a report of an unresponsive pedestrian in the roadway with a severe head injury.

Upon arrival, officers located a male lying in the roadway with significant injuries. American Medical Response (AMR) and CAL Fire personnel responded and determined the individual had succumbed to his injuries. The Menifee Police Traffic Investigations Unit took over the investigation.

Witnesses reported seeing a white vehicle traveling south on Briggs Road toward Garbani Road while dragging what appeared to be a bicycle underneath its front end. The bicycle became dislodged, and the vehicle continued southbound without stopping or reporting the collision. Through the investigation, the victim was identified as a 15-year-old male resident of Menifee. The juvenile had been riding an off-highway electronic motocross-style (eMoto) motorcycle.

At the time of this media release, the suspect vehicle has not been located. The suspect vehicle is described as a white SUV-type vehicle, possibly a minivan, with likely damage to the front bumper area and passenger-side headlight.

The cause of the crash is still under investigation. Anyone who may have witnessed this crash or has additional information regarding this incident is urged to contact Officer Sadler with the Menifee Police Department Traffic Unit at (951) 723-1638 or the Menifee Traffic Unit at (951) 723-1500.

Read more: menifeepolice.org/transparency/

08/15/2026

08/13/2026

PRESS RELEASE - Fatal Injury Traffic Crash Investigation

Menifee, CA – On Wednesday, August 12, 2026, at approximately 8:19 PM, Menifee Police Officers responded to the area of Briggs Road, just north of Garbani Road, regarding a report of an unresponsive pedestrian in the roadway with a severe head injury.

Upon arrival, officers located a male lying in the roadway with significant injuries. American Medical Response (AMR) and CAL Fire personnel responded and determined the individual had succumbed to his injuries. The Menifee Police Traffic Investigations Unit took over the investigation.

Witnesses reported seeing a white vehicle traveling south on Briggs Road toward Garbani Road while dragging what appeared to be a bicycle underneath its front end. The bicycle became dislodged, and the vehicle continued southbound without stopping or reporting the collision. Through the investigation, the victim was identified as a 15-year-old male resident of Menifee. The juvenile had been riding an off-highway electronic motocross-style (eMoto) motorcycle.

At the time of this media release, the suspect vehicle has not been located. The suspect vehicle is described as a white SUV-type vehicle, possibly a minivan, with likely damage to the front bumper area and passenger-side headlight.

The cause of the crash is still under investigation. Anyone who may have witnessed this crash or has additional information regarding this incident is urged to contact Officer Sadler with the Menifee Police Department Traffic Unit at (951) 723-1638 or the Menifee Traffic Unit at (951) 723-1500.

Read more: menifeepolice.org/transparency/