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06/13/2026

Congratulations to Officer Taylor, who passed the field training program and worked his first shift as a solo officer last night. Well done and be safe out there!

05/28/2026

Every year, the awards the SPPOA Memorial Scholarships to select graduating seniors. The scholarships are dedicated to fallen members of the South Pasadena Police Department, including Officer Ray Rogers, Officer Kevin Sandoval, and Police Assistant Bayron Salguero.

Tonight, at the Senior Awards Ceremony, the was honored to award scholarships to several outstanding graduates. They are all accomplished individuals with bright futures ahead of them. Congratulations!

05/10/2026

Happy Mother’s Day to all the incredible moms and mother figures out there. Thank you for your patience, support, and everything you do each and every day.

A special thank you to the mothers in law enforcement who continue to serve their communities while balancing the responsibilities at home. Your dedication does not go unnoticed.

Wishing all moms a safe and well deserved Mother’s Day. 💐

04/15/2026

On April 15, 1944, South Pasadena Police Officer Ray E. Rogers was killed in the line of duty while pursuing a speeding motorist. Today, we gathered by his memorial plaque to honor his service and sacrifice. RIP sir, you will never be forgotten

03/08/2026

They work hard, behind the scenes and front and center, to keep the department running and South Pasadena safe. Happy International Women’s Day to the women of SPPD, thank you for all that you do everyday

02/20/2026

Congratulations to Officer Rodriguez, who passed the field training program and will now be working as a solo patrol officer. Be sure to wish him well if you see him in the community! Great job and be safe out there!

01/24/2026

Today, our staff attended graduation ceremonies for Sgt. Phillips, who graduated from the Sherman Block Supervisory Leadership Institute (SBSLI) program as a part of Class 558.

SBSLI is a program designed to stimulate personal growth, leadership, and ethical decision-making in California law enforcement front-line supervisors. Sgt. Phillips and his classmates spent eight months on a rigorous curriculum, which culminated with a final project and presentation. Congratulations and a job well done!

01/17/2026

Today, we remember Police Assistant Bayron Salguero on the fifth anniversary of his passing. We will always remember his joyful spirit and positive attitude, he will not be forgotten

01/09/2026

Today is Law Enforcement Appreciation Day. We thank our officers for their dedication, professionalism, and commitment to serving and protecting our community every day.

12/31/2025

South Pasadena, Calif. – On Friday, December 26, 2025, at about 1:30 p.m., a theft of two electric
bicycles was reported to the South Pasadena Police Department (SPPD) which occurred from an
apartment complex in the 200 block of Monterey Road. Security camera footage captured a lone
suspect committing the theft during the evening on December 25, 2025. After video of the suspect
was aired by local news outlets, SPPD Detectives received a tip which led to the identification of
the suspect involved and the issuance of arrest and search warrants on Monday afternoon.

Prior to the service of the search and arrest warrants, the suspect, who was identified as Joaquin
Estrada, 31, of Los Angeles, and an acquaintance arranged to return the bicycles to the owner on
Monday evening. Police were informed of the scheduled return and located Suspect Estrada in
a parked vehicle at the proposed meeting location. Suspect Estrada was arrested without incident,
and the bicycles were recovered and subsequently returned to the owner.

Suspect Estrada was arrested and booked into the Pasadena City Jail for grand theft and burglary
charges and is scheduled to be arraigned in Pasadena Superior Court on December 30, 2025.

Anyone with additional information about this incident is urged to call the South Pasadena Police Department at (626) 403-7265. If you would like to provide an anonymous tip, you can call Crime Stoppers at (800) 222-TIPS (8477).

Address

1422 Mission Street
South Pasadena, CA
91030

Telephone

+16264037270

Website

http://www.southpasadenaca.gov/police

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