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Message from the Chief


Chief Roberto Filice

It is truly my honor to lead the men and women of one of the finest police departments in the nation. The culturally rich and thriving community of Salinas is worthy of a professional, highly experienced, and skilled police department.

As your chief of police, I make the commitment to conserve and further develop public trust while partnering with the community. I want Salinas to remain a place that residents are always proud to call home.

The Salinas Police Department will strive to be accessible, transparent, and a valued component of the community. It is important to me that our residents are heard and treasured.

As your public servant, I will listen to your concerns and endeavor to be transparent and honest with my community as well as the professionals I serve with.

Preserving the highest level of integrity promotes healthy internal relationships and strong community relations, which creates the quality of police service our residents deserve.

The Salinas Police Department is dedicated to a community policing strategy. We are incredibly proud and grateful for the countless relationships and partnerships we’ve developed and will continue to build and maintain trust, transparency, and legitimacy.

Today’s law enforcement is facing extreme challenges, and I am delighted in our capability to adjust and remain dedicated to the safety of our residents and guests.

Our officers have a tough but rewarding job, and it is my responsibility to ensure they receive the necessary training, resources, equipment, guidance, and support to be successful and safe. This includes looking out for their health and well-being. Therefore, officer wellness is one of my top internal priorities moving forward.

Lastly, if you are considering a career in law enforcement, please continue browsing through our website to learn more about our great organization.

On behalf of my command staff, our employees, and volunteers, thank you.

Your humble public servant,

Roberto Filice

Chief of Police

Salinas Community


Sgt Kendall GraySergeant Kendall Gray

Salinas is a place where things grow: enough produce to feed the nation, enough wildflowers to blanket the nearby mountains, and all the dreams you might expect in one of the youngest cities in America. It's a community of 150,000 where the median age is 28 years.

We’re located near where the Salinas River ends its journey through its great valley to the Monterey Bay. Thanks to the soil, the climate — and hard-working, talented people — it’s one of the most fertile regions on earth.

This has been the home of Esselen and Ohlone Indians, Spanish missionaries and ranchers, American frontier people, and immigrants from Latin America, Japan, the Philippines, Switzerland — the world over. It was the birthplace of John Steinbeck, who set his novels East of Eden and Of Mice and Men in the Salinas Valley.

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SPD toy drive…… All gifts donated will be given out by our officers on Christmas Day! 🎄🎅🎁 ... See MoreSee Less
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City Council Will Vote Tonight on Ordinance to Help Address Prostitution Activities - salinas.legistar.com/View.ashx?M=F&ID=12494646&GUID=A463C594-8F0F-41FD-A768-A6299968BA5AHere’s the video from last week’s Police/Comnunity Advisory Committee (PCAC) meeting presentation from SPD on the issue of prostitution and human trafficking below.To submit public comment on this item, you can either:📌In person: Rotunda @ City Hall 200 Lincoln Ave📌Participate via Zoom: 850 0552 7625📌Email: [email protected] ... See MoreSee Less
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The Salinas Police Department is investigating reports of inappropriate conduct involving Jose Alfredo Mendoza Aguilar (53). Jose Aguilar would provide massages at his clients home and is suspected of committing sexual assault during the massage. On August 08, 2023, Jose Aguilar was arrested and lodged at the Monterey County Jail. This is still an ongoing investigation, and it is believed there may be other victims. Anyone with information is encouraged to call Detective Yolanda Rocha at 831-758-7124. She can also be reached by email at [email protected]. If you wish to remain anonymous, you may also call the Salinas Police Department Tip Line at 831-775-4222. ... See MoreSee Less
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Homicide on Acosta Plaza - On Saturday December 2, 2023, at approximately 5:05 pm, Salinas Police Officers responded to a ShotSpotter alert of shots fired in the 900 block of Acosta Plaza. On arrival they located a 32-year-old male suffering from gunshot wounds. Officers and Salinas Fire personnel attempted life saving measures on the victim, and he was transported to a local hospital where he succumbed to his injuries. An adult male wearing a dark colored t-shirt was seen running from the immediate area immediately after the shots were fired.Anyone with information regarding this incident is encouraged to call Detective John Richardson at 831-758-7478. If you wish to remain anonymous you may also call the Salinas Police Department anonymous tip line at 831-775-4222. ... See MoreSee Less
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Our officers are investigating a shooting in the 900-blk of Acosta Plz after receiving a ShotSpotter activation and several calls. This is the beginning of a lengthy investigation for a violent crime. If you have any information and would like to remain anonymous, please call our anonymous tip line at 831-775-4222. ... See MoreSee Less
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GOBBLE GOBBLE!!! Our officers were extra thankful this morning thanks to Compass Church. They brought officers working the streets this holiday morning, a wonderful feast. We would like to thank them for their generosity and showing us how much they care for the police department. We hope everyone continues to enjoy football 🏈, food 🦃 , drinks, and wonderful time with their family 🏡. ... See MoreSee Less
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As we enter the holiday season, please make sure to plan ahead and designate a sober driver or use one of the many ride share options. This driver found out the hard way and luckily didn’t hurt herself or kill an innocent person after driving close to four times the legal limit. #zeroexcuse #DriveSoberOrGetPulledOver ... See MoreSee Less
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We’re proud to announce Sergeant Jeff Alford recently graduated from the prestigious Sherman Block Supervisory Leadership Institute (SLI).SLI is a program designed to stimulate personal growth, leadership, and ethical decision-making in California law enforcement front-line supervisors. It is an intensive class whose participants meet over an eight-month period. Sgt. Alford is the first of a select few supervisors who to attended this course. Congratulations Sgt. Alford! ... See MoreSee Less
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The Mayor and City Councilmembers need to hear from you! The search for Salinas' next City Manager will begin soon. What experience and leadership qualities are most important for our next City Manager to have? Complete the 5 question survey by December 1 at 5PM. All results and comments will be shared with the Mayor and Councilmembers as they begin recruiting for our new City Manager. English: tinyurl.com/SalinasCM ... See MoreSee Less
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News and Announcements


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AB 481 – Community Meeting/Reunion de la Comunidad

Posted On: July 28th, 2023

SAVE THE DATE  

AB 481 – 2022 Annual Report  
Community Meeting


RESERVA LA FECHA 

AB 481 – Informe Annual del 2022 
Reunion de la Comunidad 

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Arrest Made in Garner Ave. Homicide

Posted On: June 30th, 2023

On Thursday, June 15th at approximately 1:20 am, Salinas Police Officers responded to the 700 block of Garner Ave. on a ShotSpotter alert of gunshots in the area. While responding to the ShotSpotter, they were advised of a victim of a shooting in the area. On arrival, they located Luis Florez Gonzalez (36) suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. Officers attempted life saving measures. However, the victim died due to his injuries.

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Homicide Investigation

Posted On: June 15th, 2023

On Thursday, June 15th at approximately 1:20 am, Salinas Police Officers responded to the 700 block of Garner Ave. on a ShotSpotter alert of gunshots in the area. While responding to the ShotSpotter, they were advised of a victim of a shooting in the area. On arrival they located an adult male 36 years of age suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. Officers attempted life saving measures. However, the victim died due to his injuries. The identity of the victim is being withheld at this time pending notification of family members.

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Fatal DUI Crash

Posted On: May 28th, 2023

A DUI crash on Saturday night left a 33-year-old woman dead and three others with life-threatening injuries.

The collision happened at 9:44 p.m., on N. Davis Road in front of Hacienda Restaurant. A drunk 16-year-old was driving a silver BMW and collided head on with a white Dodge Journey with two aboard. The 16-year-old had a 31-year-old adult passenger in the car with him. He lost control of the car, crossed the center median into oncoming traffic, and crashed head-on into a white Dodge Journey killing a 33-year-old woman and critically injuring the 44-year-old driver.

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