Public Safety Related Message regarding Phone Kidnapping Scams
FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL: Cathedral City Police (760) 770-0300 Issuing Employee: Commander Paul Herrera – 760-770-0308 – pherrera@cathedralcity.gov Type of Incident: Virtual Kidnapping Scam / Community Safety and Awareness Date Reported: Sept 18, 2018 Location... Continue reading→
Press Release Fatal 1810C-3574
On Tuesday, October 16th, 2018, at 2:04 am, Cathedral City Police Officers were dispatched to a single vehicle rollover traffic collision in the northbound lanes of Date Palm Drive near Tachevah Drive and Tortuga Rd. Cathedral City Fire Department paramedics were also dispatched to the scene. Continue reading→
Press Release 1809C-6269
On Wednesday 9/26/18 at 0715 hours, Cathedral City Police officers were dispatched to the 68000 Block of Hermosillo Rd for a traffic collision involving a single vehicle and two people on a bicycle. Cathedral City Fire Department paramedics arrived to assist the injured parties involved in the collision and eventually transported two people to an area hospital. The two transported were an adult mother and her 8-year old son. Continue reading→
Press Release – Child Passenger Safety Week
Knowledge Saves Lives: Cathedral City Police Department Highlights Car Seat Safety for Parents & Caregivers - Sept. 23-29 is Child Passenger Safety Week - Children are our future, and the Cathedral City Police Department is supporting efforts by the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) to help parents and caregivers make sure their children ride as safely as possible every time they get in the car. Continue reading→
Chiefs Message 9-20-2018
A message from the Police Chief: Community engagement has been a priority for the Cathedral City Police Department in 2018. We are happy to announce that our second Community Police Academy kicks off October 2nd,... Continue reading→
Press Release Fatal 1809C-3932
On Sunday 9/16/18 at 1700 hours, Cathedral City Police officers were dispatched to the intersection of Date Palm Drive and Gerald Ford Drive regarding a traffic collision. Officers arrived and determined that a traffic collision involving a small sedan and a commercial, flatbed-type tow-truck had just occurred. Upon preliminary investigation, officers determined the sedan was traveling northbound approaching the Gerald Ford intersection and struck the rear of the tow truck. Cathedral City Fire Department paramedics arrived to assist other injured parties involved in the collision. At this time, one fatality has been reported from this collision. The exact details and cause of the collision is still under investigation. Continue reading→
Press Release DUI 1809C-3621
FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL: Cathedral City Police (760) 770-0300 Issuing Employee: Commander Paul Herrera Type of Case: Fatal Traffic Accident Investigation / DUI-related Date/Time Reported: Sept 15, 2018 / 3:46 AM Location of Occurrence: Date... Continue reading→
2016 – 2020 Strategic Plan
This Strategic Plan is a dynamic document that is in a state of constant review and updating. As one goal is achieved, a new challenge will become apparent and that challenge will become the next objective. Continue reading→
Burglary Prevention
We are reaching a period in the year where law enforcement agencies begin seeing a rise in various burglaries. I am sure you know, burglaries can occur anywhere – at your home, business, or your... Continue reading→
Bike Safety Release 2018
May is Bicycle Safety Month - With the California weather warming up, the Cathedral City Police Department and the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) are highlighting how bicycling is a great way to stay in shape, save money on gas, reduce pollution and when visiting recreational areas, a great way to see the sights. These benefits are nothing new to cyclists and community leaders. Many cities have created bike-friendly routes now complete with bike paths, special bicycle parking areas and special amenities. National Bike Safety Month in May is just one way we celebrate our love to ride. Continue reading→