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The Delano Police Department strives to provide timely information to those media venues and other concerned citizens and groups, who seek to learn more about police related events within our city. The below information is provided as a snapshot of significant events that have occurred or are upcoming. The information contained on this page is listed for one week only and will be removed. After viewing this press release page, if you still have questions, you may contact the Delano Police Department Watch Commander by calling (661) 721-3377. The Public Information Officer may be reached through contact with the Department’s Watch Commander. These events are different than those listed on the Department’s Community Calendar link.
Previous News Releases
Last Updated
August 31, 2010
Delano Decoy Police Car Program
The Delano Police Department is pleased to announce that two patrol cars are available for immediate use within the City of Delano as decoy police cars. If you are experiencing fast traffic in your area, we would strongly encourage you to contact our traffic division so we may monitor your area. However, we are able, on a limited basis, to place a patrol car within your area between the hours of 7:30 am and 4:30 pm, on most days. This is a first come, first serve basis, as the Department is limited to using two vehicles for this decoy program.
The decoy program is not a guarantee that traffic will be calmed or in that a particular crime will be stopped, but hopefully, these instances will be deterred.
If you would like to arrange to have a decoy patrol car placed within your area, please contact our dispatch services by calling (661) 721-3377. You will be placed on the reservation list to have a patrol car delivered to your location. Vehicles will be placed in your locale based on this first come, first serve basis, an as equipment and staff time permit.
These decoy vehicles are being made available by the Delano Police Department with the support of your Delano City Council.
DUI Checkpoint
On Friday, June 25, 2010 the Delano Police Department, working under a grant by the Office of Traffic Safety held a DUI checkpoint operation. The checkpoint was staged in the area of Cecil Avenue and Oxford Street, in the City of Delano. During the checkpoint 888 vehicles and drivers were screened. One DUI arrest was made. One vehicle was towed. 26 citations were issued for various violations, i.e. driving without a license, unlicensed drivers, seat belt, car seat violations and several moving violations. The Delano Police Department will have additional operations through the remaining calendar year. Those operations will be announced at a later date.
DUI Checkpoint
The Delano Police Department will be conducting a DUI/Drivers License checkpoint on June 25, 2010 from 6:00 pm until 2:00 am. In an effort to reduce the number of persons killed and injured in alcohol involved crashes, DUI checkpoints are conducted to identify offenders and get them off the streets, as well as educate the public on the dangers of impaired driving.
All too often, members, of our community are senselessly injured or killed on local roadways by impaired drivers. This DUI/Drivers License checkpoint is an effort to reduce those tragedies, as well as insuring drivers have a valid driver's license. A major component of these checkpoints is to increase awareness of the dangers and encourage sober designated drivers.
A DUI checkpoint is proven effective method for achieving this goal. By publicizing these enforcement and education efforts, the Delano Police Department believes motorists can be deterred from drinking and driving.
Traffic volume and weather permitting, all vehicles may be checked and drivers who are under the influence of alcohol and or drugs will be arrested. Our objective is to send a clear message to those persons who are considering driving a motor vehicle after consuming alcohol and or drugs - Drunk Driving, Over the Limit, Under Arrest. The public is encouraged to help keep the roadways safe by calling 911 if they see a suspected impaired driver.
Funding for this operation is provided by a grant from the California office of Traffic Safety, through the National Traffic Safety Administration.
DUI Checkpoint
The Delano Police Department will be conducting a DUI/Drivers License checkpoint on May 28, 2010 from 6:00 pm until 2:00 am. In an effort to reduce the number of persons killed and injured in alcohol involved crashes, DUI checkpoints are conducted to identify offenders and get them off the streets, as well as educate the public on the dangers of impaired driving.
All too often, members, of our community are senselessly injured or killed on local roadways by impaired drivers. This DUI/Driver's License checkpoint is an effort to reduce those tragedies, as well as insuring drivers have a valid driver's license. A major component of these checkpoints is to increase awareness of the dangers and encourage sober designated drivers.
A DUI checkpoint is proven effective method for achieving this goal. By publicizing these enforcement and education efforts, the Delano Police Department believes motorists can be deterred from drinking and driving.
Traffic volume and weather permitting, all vehicles may be checked and drivers who are under the influence of alcohol and or drugs will be arrested. Our objective is to send a clear message to those persons who are driving a motor vehicle after consuming alcohol and or drugs --Drunk Driving, Over the Limit, Under Arrest. The public is encouraged to help keep the roadways safe by calling 911 if they see a suspected impaired driver.
Funding for this operation is provided by a grant from the California office of Traffic Safety, through the National Traffic Safety Administration.
Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month
May is Motorcycle Awareness Month all across California and the Nation. The Delano Police Department will be conducting a specialized Motorcycle Safety Enforcement Operation on May 14th in an effort to continue lowering deaths and injuries. Extra officers will be on duty patrolling areas frequented by motorcyclists and where crashes occur. Officers will be cracking down on traffic violations made by motorcyclists as well as other vehicle drivers that can lead to motorcycle collisions, injuries and fatalities.
While motorcycle fatalities had been on the rise in California, increasing 175% in the last decade, from 204 killed in 1998 to 560 killed in 2008, preliminary numbers for 2009 show that the trend may be changing. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is reporting that California may see a 20% reduction in motorcyclists killed. In Delano, 2009 we experienced 2 motorcycle crashes/0 fatalities/2 people were injured.
California collision data reveals that primary causes of motorcycle-involved crashes include speeding, unsafe turning and impairment due to alcohol and other drugs. The Delano Police Department is also reminding all motorists to always be alert and watch out for motorcycles, especially when turning and changing lanes.
"Motorcyclists are much more vulnerable than others sharing the road," said California Office of Traffic Safety Director, Christopher J. Murphy. "Motorcyclists, per vehicle mile traveled, are 37 times more likely than passenger car occupants to die in a crash."
Rider's can get training through the California Motorcyclist Safety Program. Information and training locations are available at www.CA-msp.org or 1-877-RIDE or 1-877-743-3411.
Funding for this program is provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Motorcycle Safety Tips
Tips for drivers to help keep motorcyclists safe on our roadways:
Always make a visual check for motorcyclists by checking mirror and blind spots before entering or leaving a lane of traffic and at intersections;
Always signal your intentions before changing lanes or merging with traffic;
Don't be fooled by a flashing turn signal on a motorcycle -- motorcycle signals are often not self canceling and riders sometimes forget to turn them off. Wait to be sure the motorcycle is going to turn before your proceed;
Allow more following distance, three to four seconds, when behind a motorcycle so the motorcyclists has enough time to maneuver or stop in an emergency. And don't tailgate. In dry conditions, motorcycles can stop more quickly than cars.
Never drive while distracted.
Motorcyclists can increase their safety by:
Positioning themselves in the lane where they will be the most visible to other drivers.
Never drive while impaired
Wearing DOT-compliant helmet;
Use your motorcycle's turn signal; it is California Law. Combine hand signals and turn signals to draw more attention to yourself;
Combining hand signals and turn signals to draw more attention to themselves;
Avoiding riding in poor weather conditions;
Wearing brightly colored protective gear;
Using reflective tape and stickers to increase conspicuity; and
The message to all drivers and motorcyclists is: Help to share in the responsibility and do your part by safely "sharing the road."
DUI Checkpoint
The Delano Police Department will be conducting a DUI/Driver's License checkpoint on Friday, April 30, 2010 from 6:00 pm until 2:00 am. In an effort to reduce the number of persons killed and injured in alcohol involved crashes, DUI checkpoints are conducted to identify offenders and get them off the streets, as well as educate the public on the dangers of impaired driving.
All too often, members, of our community are recklessly injured or killed on local roadways by impaired drivers. This DUI/Driver's License checkpoint is an effort to reduce those tragedies as well as ensuring drivers have a valid driver's license. A major component of these checkpoints are to increase awareness of the dangers and encourage sober designated drivers.
A DUI checkpoint is a proven effective method for achieving this goal. By publicizing these enforcement and education efforts, the Delano Police Department believes motorists can be deterred from drinking and driving.
Traffic volume and weather permitting, all vehicles may be checked and drivers who are under the influence of alcohol and or drugs will be arrested. Our objective is to send a clear message to those persons who are considering driving a motor vehicle after consuming alcohol and or drugs - Drunk Driving, Over the Limit, Under Arrest. The public is encouraged to help keep the roadways safe by calling 911 if they see a suspected impaired driver.
Funding for this operation is provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Traffic Safety Administration.
Carjacking
On 4/6/10, at about 0022 hours, a carjacking was reported at the Fastrip on Cecil Avenue (466 Cecil Avenue, Delano, CA). Two hispanic male adults took the victim's vehicle at knife-point. The vehicle was located in the City of Earlimart by Delano Police Officers and a pursuit ensued. Yovani Cabrera (DOB: 9/5/84) was arrested at the conclusion of the pursuit, but the second suspect who was identified as Javier Morales (DOB: 9/10/84) fled the scene on foot. Javier Morales was later apprehended by Delano Police Officers at about 5:00 pm near his home in Delano. Both suspects were positively identified by the victim. Investigation is continuing.
Chase Bank Robbery
On 3/13/2010, a bank robbery was reported at the Chase Bank, located in the 800 block of Main Street. During this robbery a hispanic male entered the bank and presented the teller with a note demanding the money. During this robbery the suspect took US currency. On Saturday, 4/3/2010, this same suspect entered the same bank, using a demand note and robbed the same branch. In the second robbery the suspect took additional US currency. During the course of both robberies no firearm was seen. After the seconde robbery witnesses reported that the suspect fled westbound from the bank and attempted to hide in nearby business. The patrol officers on scene established a perimeter around the business. After a short time the officers entered the building and the suspect was apprehended without further incident. In both cases the local office of the FBI was notified. They responded and assisted with the investigation. After the suspect was arrested he was identified as Robert Dominguez, DOB 3/17/1976, transient, living in Delano, CA. As part of the investigation Detectives from Delano Police Department responded. After serving a search warrant at the location where the suspect was arrested cash taken in the robbery was recovered. The investigation continues.
News Release
The City of Delano has begun the crow relocation program. The company will be conducting this relocation throughout the City during the evening hours for the next two weeks. Citizens are asked not to disturb the birds and allow the contractor (company) to deal with the nesting issues of these birds. Delano citizens who feel that they have a large concentration of crows within their area (within the City) that are causing problems, may call the Delano Police Department at (661) 720-2274 and report the issue. Our staff, based on the circumstances of the nesting, will contact the contractor for either immediate hazing or schedule the hazing for a later time. The Police Department would like to thank the citizens for their continued support in this endeavor as well as all other projects and services that we provide.
Press Release
On January 28th, 2009 the Delano Police Department received information about a fraudulent Internal Revenue Service (IRS) email scam. The email contains information about the recipient being eligible for a tax refund and to click a link to provide personal information. The IRS does not send emails to tax payers nor do they request personal information through email. This email is targeted at stealing personal information from individuals and may lead to identity theft. Please do not respond to any emails of this kind, open any attachments or click any links. Should you receive this email, please report it, via email, to the IRS at .
Press Release
On 1-17-2009, at about 1223 hours the Delano Police Department was contacted by the Sears Logistical services center, in Delano, and notified of an industrial accident. Security Officer Rosemary Montiel 20 years old, of Earlimart was found in a small electrical security patrol cart, pinned under a trailer, by other security personnel who were looking for her. Sears personnel had lost contact with Montiel prior to her being discovered. Montiel was transported to Delano Regional Medical Center where she was pronounced dead at 1257 hours. There was no evidence of foul play and the case is being considered an accident.
Treasure Patrol
 Attention boys and girls of Delano! Be on the lookout for the Delano Police Department. If you are seen within the city limits of Delano being polite to other people, using crosswalks, wearing a helmet while riding your bike, or behaving in any other good manner the Delano Police Department will reward you with a prize from their Treasure Patrol Chest. Inside each chest is an assortment of toys, prizes, and goodies. We encourage you to stay safe and keep up the good work. For those businesses who would like to donate prizes to be placed in our Treasure Patrol “Pirate’s Chest,” please call CSO Eddie Aguil at (661) 721-3377 ext. 1278.
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