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Charlie Retires After 10 Years of Play

Cody Kitaura — October 08, 2024 - 10:00am

Charlie, the �ٺ��Ƶ Police Department’s first outreach and explosives-detection dog, is retiring after a 10-year career in which he played a key role in changing how the agency interacts with the campus community.

“The dog – he’s changed connections for us,” Police Chief Joe Farrow said. “He bridges that gap between law enforcement and community.”

Police Ceremony Honors Bravery, New Hires

Cody Kitaura — July 25, 2023 - 11:00am

The �ٺ��Ƶ Police Department this month held its first full-scale promotion and awards ceremony since the start of the pandemic, honoring those who have saved lives, those who are new to the department and more.

During a July 13 ceremony that included a moment of silence for the victims of a series of off-campus stabbings in April and May, Chancellor Gary S. May said he “couldn’t be more proud” of the people who helped protect the community during that crisis by increasing patrols, Safe Rides hours and more.

Beware of Scam Calls

Andy Fell — May 24, 2023 - 5:54am

The phone number for the �ٺ��Ƶ police Safe Rides service (530-754-2677 or 530-754-COPS) is being spoofed by scammers. Parents of �ٺ��Ƶ students have received calls apparently from this number overnight claiming that their son or daughter has been arrested and demanding money in the form of gift cards.

These calls are fraudulent. Law enforcement and government agencies will not demand money over the phone. For information about phone scams, go to https://consumer.ftc.gov/articles/phone-scams.

Traffic Fatality in City of Davis

Andy Fell — February 24, 2023 - 3:40pm

We are saddened to announce that one person died in a single-vehicle car crash in the city of Davis last night (Feb. 23). A �ٺ��Ƶ police officer was transported to a hospital, treated and released.

Office of Traffic Safety Awards Grant for Bicyclist and Pedestrian Safety Program

Andy Fell — January 31, 2023 - 3:39pm

The University of California, Davis, Police Department has received a $71,250 grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety to fund activities emphasizing bicyclist and pedestrian safety.

State Law Expands Eligibility for Peace Officers

Cody Kitaura — October 25, 2022 - 9:00am

A new state law championed by Police Chief Joe Farrow will allow anyone who is legally authorized to work in the United States to become a peace officer in California, regardless of citizenship status, starting Jan. 1.

Previously, police officers had to be either U.S. citizens or permanent residents in the process of applying for citizenship.

Police Investigate 3 Burglaries on West Side of Campus

Andy Fell — October 12, 2022 - 10:53am

�ٺ��Ƶ police are investigating two burglaries at �ٺ��Ƶ West Village and The Green at West Village, and another at the Hopkins Services Complex, also west of Highway 113. No suspects had been identified.

The Police Department issued three crime alerts Tuesday (Oct. 11) regarding the incidents. The alerts, also known as Clery notices, required by the federal Clery Act of 1990, are intended to make the campus community aware of serious crimes on campus.

Vehicle Collision Causes 113 Ramp Closure

Andy Fell — September 07, 2022 - 5:13pm

The southbound ramp to highway 113 from Hutchision Drive was briefly closed Wednesday evening (Sept. 7) following a vehicle collision. Westbound traffic on Hutchison Drive was also impacted.

All lanes were reopened by 6 p.m.

One person was transported to a hospital following the collision.

Police to Offer Self-Defense Classes

Cody Kitaura — June 28, 2022 - 6:00am

The �ٺ��Ƶ Police Department is sponsoring self-defense classes beginning this summer. Taking two full days on consecutive Saturdays, the class is intended to build physical skills, muscle memory and self-confidence. The classes are geared towards women but registration will be open to all students, faculty and staff. Group sizes will be small, about 10 students to three instructors. No previous experience in martial arts is required.

Police Chief Farrow to Lead NAMI California Board

Cody Kitaura — June 22, 2022 - 1:24pm

�ٺ��Ƶ Police Chief Joseph Farrow begins a three-year term as president of the board of directors of the California branch of the National Alliance on Mental Illness, or NAMI, on July 1. The organization provides advocacy, education, support and public awareness so that all those affected by mental illness can lead quality lives of dignity and respect without fear of discrimination and stigma.

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