Chief Paco Balderrama
@BalderramaPaco
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Former Chief of Police in Fresno, California and Oklahoma City Deputy Chief over Special Operations. Over 29 yrs experience in major city community policing .
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I am very proud of
@FresnoPolice
and our recently identified Values, Mission, and Vision statements. We will continue serving our community in the best way possible. The City of Fresno needs us now more than ever, and we will get the job done!
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Rest in Peace Selma, CA Police Officer Carrasco.
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Our hearts go out to the family of the Selma Police Officer who tragically lost his life in the performance of his duties today. The Fresno Police Department stands besides our brothers snd sisters at the Selma Police Department as they too mourn the loss of one of their own.
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Our very best wishes to all. Happy Holidays from our family to yours!
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Today is
@FresnoPolice
K9 🐾Gunner’s last day on the job. Gunner and his human partner, Officer Jim Young, have worked together for 7 years. Thanks Gunner! Enjoy your retirement!
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A balance of accountability, consequences, and community resources are all needed. Sadly, politics gets in the way of common sense reforms and can have terrible and costly results.
Thank you
@FresnoDA
for telling it like it is!
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In custody! Although SWAT was pulled back, we went w/ Plan B, leaving undercover officers in place and marked units in the area. Guess who just popped out of the ceiling?
Fresno police say 28-year-old Pheng Vang, who is out on parole was at the center of a 20-hour standoff in the River Park area.
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Getting ready to celebrate our newest employees, both police and professional staff. My first badge pinning ceremony
@FresnoPolice
!
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Congratulations to Judy and Dave Garza, husband and wife, who served our community for over 30 years as
@FresnoPolice
emergency dispatcher and police officer. What a unique opportunity to sign off on the same day, and with one another. Thank you for your service!
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Today I had the honor of speaking at the
@MjrCitiesChiefs
Intel Commanders Summit, along with
@DPDChiefGarcia
about the future of policing. Finding new ways to traverse the complexities of reducing violent crime, while increasing trust between police and our community.
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Yesterday, I had the privilege of swearing in 22 new officers, and promoting 8 sergeants, 4 lieutenants, 1 captain, and a deputy chief.
@FresnoPolice
is truly blessed to have such a diverse and professional workforce!
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Back to school for my little loves. 3rd, 4th, and 6th grades, here they come!
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What a pleasure to swear-in 21 new
@FresnoPolice
officers! We are growing with a high-quality and diverse team!
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The barricaded robbery/car jacking suspect off of E. Copper and Chestnut Ave. was taken into custody without incident. Great job by
@FresnoPolice
SWAT, Crisis Negotiators, NE Policing District, Investigations, and the rest of the team.
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Today I signed the 30 x 30 Pledge, which commits
@FresnoPolice
to increasing the number of sworn women police officers to 30% of our workforce by 2030. Currently only 12% of our police officers are women. I’m incredibly proud of our female officers who do an extraordinary job!
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We are incredibly proud of
@FresnoPolice
Officer Lindsay Dozier for being chosen as a 2023 National Law Enforcement Officer Hall of Fame inductee. This is a well deserved recognition. Officer Dozier is currently assigned to our Police Community Relations Unit.
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What I like the most about this picture are their faces. "Hey, you got any stickers?"
Me: "No, sorry. I don't."
"Do you like basketball? Wanna play?"
Me: "Sure."
@fresnounified
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Happy birthday to "The Big Guy"
@MayorJerryDyer
! Thanks for all you do leading this community. Here's to another great year!
@CityofFresno
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This is what happens when you take your 8-year-old kid to public events…
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This evening
@FresnoPolice
lost an amazing detective and an even better human being. Det. Ana Chavarin fought valiantly against cancer until the very end. Our thoughts, prayers, and support go out to her parents and sister. Rest in peace Ana, we will miss you.
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A few weeks back I gave a talk to my Field Training Officers & Corporals, those responsible for training, shaping, and molding our new officers. We spoke of the difficulties of "the process" and how it should be embraced as part of our growth in work/life. Yesterday one of my
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Congratulations to FCC Academy Class
#166
! 24
@FresnoPolice
recruits are graduating today. Welcome to the family.
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Yesterday, I met with Pastor DJ Criner and members of Advance Peace, including DJ/Rapper “Syrup” to discuss community outreach and building strong relationships between
@FresnoPolice
and our youth. Great things to come Fresno!!!
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Danny Kim is a remarkable police officer and a selfless human being. Yesterday, he became the second Cambodian-American police officer to be promoted to the rank of sergeant. He’s just getting started making his department and community better!
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I'm furious! Completely senseless and tragic loss of innocent life. My heart breaks for this family. I pray justice can be served in this murder case, and those responsible be held accountable to the full extent of the law. Sadly, that's not saying much w/ CA's weak laws.
“We found the four people from the kidnapping and they are in fact deceased. … There’s no words right now to describe the anger I feel and the senselessness of this incident. I said it earlier, there’s a special place in hell for this guy.”
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Congratulations to all those graduating from our Mounted Patrol training! Giddy up buttercup!
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This is a first for me! Thanks to
@CityofFresno
,
@MayorJerryDyer
, the Fresno City Council and our community for your support. And a special thanks to
@FresnoPolice
for doing an exceptional job the last two years. Great things to come!
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Sorry for the inconvenience, but if you simply don't speed or follow too closely, our roads will be safer and you won't get pulled over. Our community members are tired of bad drivers who cause fatalities, and pedestrian accidents. Moving violations are the cause. And by the way,
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The Jude wanted to try to hang with his old man this morning. Keep on grinding youngster!
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Congratulations to Sheriff Mims on her retirement announcement at the end of 2022, after 16 years as Fresno County Sheriff (first female sheriff) and 42 total years in law enforcement. Our community owes you a debt of gratitude. Thank you for your friendship and support!
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Happy national tell a joke day. Dad jokes rock.
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Very happy to swear in 16 new police officers and 10 professional staff members to the
@FresnoPolice
! Welcome to the team, now let’s go make a difference!
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Being
@FresnoSheriff
for 16 years is a loooong time. You've done so much and left a wonderful legacy. Thank you for your leadership and kindness!
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Great move by Fresno County Superior Court. Serious/violent crime requires accountability and consequences.
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Very excited for
@FresnoPolice
11 police recruits who today become officers! 11 down 109 to go. Apply today
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Great day to celebrate our veterans in downtown Fresno! We host the largest Veteran’s Day parade west of the Mississippi!
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Thanks to the amazing and inspiring students
@hbsafresno
for the
@FresnoStateFB
polo. It was my pleasure to speak to your organization.
#GoDogs
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Thank you to the kind family who sent these flowers in appreciation of what
@FresnoPolice
officers did to protect students during a shooting at a high school football game two weeks ago.
#youareappreciated
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On behalf of the men and women of the
@FresnoPolice
, we send our love and support to
@MilwaukeePolice
for their loss. My good friend Chief Jeffrey Norman is dealing with a big loss and supporting his team. May God be with you!
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This is “Joshua”, a service dog in-training for
@BTCFresno
. I felt we bonded but they wouldn’t let me keep him ☹️
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Five newly promoted
@FresnoPolice
Sergeants Castillo, Ruiz, Kraft, Uppal, and Jackson! The expectations for leadership are high, but so is the quality & professionalism of this group. Very proud and honored to promote them.
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Congratulations to FCC Class
#167
, and welcome to the 22 new
@FresnoPolice
officers! Very proud of them all and our Recruiting/Training Team. A very diverse class and proud to say our new officers won Top Academic, All Around Recruit, and Top Test Score!
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Five-year-old Hunter came by
@FresnoPolice
because he loves police officers, wanted to meet
@BalderramaPaco
and brought us doughnuts. Great time meeting this little supporter. I don't eat doughnuts but as you can see, some of us do...
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2021 Police Officers Memorial service. Paying our respects to the fallen. Humbling, honorable, necessary…
@FresnoPolice
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Congratulations to
@fresnocity
College Police Academy
#169
! Nineteen new graduates start their new adventure. Welcome to the
@FresnoPolice
family!
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Congratulations Sheriff John Zanoni on your swearing-in today. Looking forward to working alongside your team to make our Fresno community the safest place possible.
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Great job
@FresnoPolice
and MAGEC Team of consistently and proactivity getting violent felons and guns off our streets! You're a big part of why violent crime is down by double digits!
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Today, as I walked across the
@FresnoPolice
parking lot, I ran across SGT. Todd Miller, who despite having the day off, came in to grill hotdogs and make lunch plates for members of the department. What a great example of servant leadership!
Thank you to all those working today
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An unanticipated retirement created an excellent opportunity for a sergeant promotion, and surprise visit to SWAT training. Congratulations Sgt. Ricky Loza.
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Got to spend some time with
@FresnoPolice
’s “Charlie” from our Mounted Patrol Unit. I feel like we connected.
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Great day for
@FresnoPolice
as we graduate 37 outstanding recruits from FCC Class
#168
! Many diverse and happy faces and families. Diversity makes us better. Welcome to our police family!
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In April, Cambridge High students heard a woman screaming after her baby was taken & saw a male running. Students jumped to action & chased him, caught him & detained him until police arrived. Baby was safe and reunited with the mother. 2day we honored them for their heroic acts.
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Lt. Tim Tietjen, honoring his childhood teacher at today’s Fresno City Council meeting. She made a big difference in his life! When asked what he wanted to do with his life, he said “a police officer.” Her reply, “then be a good one!”
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Thanks to Mr. Pao Yang with The Fresno Center for honoring me and my officers through a welcoming ceremony with Hmong elders. The Hmong community in Fresno is the second largest in the US. They add richness and culture to our diverse community!
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Best wishes to my friend
@ArtAcevedo
He is a proven leader who will not betray his oath and principles. Strong/good leadership is never easy, but it is needed now more than ever. Godspeed Chief!
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Very excited to promote two
@FresnoPolice
proven leaders to the role of Lieutenant. Lt. Garcia and Price understand the principles of sound policing as well as accountability, transparency, and being a public servant.
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It is always an inspiration to attend the Fresno-Clovis Prayer Breakfast. Many faithful people from all cultures and beliefs praying for leaders and a better tomorrow. THANK YOU!
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Earlier this week I had the pleasure of promoting Sgt. Ignacio Ruiz to Lieutenant. He is a 23-year veteran with a masters degree who’s proven himself a great leader in various difficult assignments. Lt. Ruiz will be our evening field commander in the Southwest Policing District.
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Sgt. Mayo, Capt. Casto, and Sgt. Williams (left to right). Three of the sharpest
@FresnoPolice
has to offer. Truly dedicated professionals who love serving their community. I am incredibly fortunate to have them on my team.
#women
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27 new police officers sworn in today, and 12 professional staff added!
@FresnoPolice
has the most police officers in the department's history.
848 sworn staff, surpasses our previous record of 832 in 2008. Next stop is 900 by year's end!
Thank you
@MayorJerryDyer
and
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Congrats to the
@FresnoStateSB
for being crowned Mountain West Champs!
#GoDogs
!
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Heading to the 2021 Fresno Christmas 🎄 Parade! Come down and join us.
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On behalf of the women and men of
@FresnoPolice
, we are thankful for a successful 2022, and we look forward to an even better 2023. Happy New Year!!!
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When some cities chose to de-fund police in 2020-21,
@CityofFresno
did the opposite. More cops do make a difference, but the community's investment comes with the responsibility to maintain a high degree of professionalism, transparency and accountability.
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Such a privilege to welcome 61 new members to our police family! 43 new police officers as well as dispatchers, community service officers, records technicians, and crime scene investigators, welcome to
@FresnoPolice
! Now let's go make a difference!
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Mental health & wellness are incredibly important for all first responders and corrections personnel. Today Fresno is hosting the 2022 Central California First Responder Peer Support Summit. It was my pleasure to welcome attendees from the Central Valley to this amazing event.
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Operation Safe Neighborhood included local, state, and federal partners. The two-week operation involved 150 personnel, and resulted in 279 arrests, 57 confiscated guns, 43 search warrants served and 58 gang members arrested. Amazing success!
@FresnoPolice
@FresnoSheriff
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Congrats to
@CityofFresno
@FresnoHumane
on the opening of the Fresno Animal Center. This facility will help save pet lives through adoptions, reunifications, and through spaying/neutering. Thanks to all those who supported this project.
@MayorJerryDyer
& Fresno City Council.
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This is Corporal Donavon Lewis. He's a 2nd generation
@FresnoPolice
Officer and a former
@FresnoStateFB
🏈 player. Today he took part in "Lunch w/ the Chief" where we shared our perspectives, learned, and thought of new ideas for our agency. Great opportunity to connect w/ my
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The Public Safety Wellness Center is officially open. Emotional and mental trauma first responders experience is real. We need to take care of our greatest asset, our people. First of its kind in California and nationally.
It’s important to take care of those who take care of us!👮🏽♀️👩🏼🚒Today was the ribbon cutting ceremony for the
@CityofFresno
Public Safety Wellness Center. Here, first responders will be able to receive services, counseling, stay fit, debrief after critical incidents & so much more.
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A big thanks to all those who came out yesterday and participated in Fresno's Neighbor's Night Out. Had a great time making some awesome connections and showing off some football skills in case I'm needed
@FresnoStateFB
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A big thanks to the Boys & Girls Club of Fresno (Southeast Unit) for hosting BBQ & Badges. Officers from the Southeast District and I had a great time engaging and getting to know the kids.
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Thank you for your requests. My office let you know that I could not comment on this because it is a CalDOJ investigation. We gave you a statement at the scene and I provided a written statement yesterday. Sorry that was not good enough & you did not get an exclusive.
Chief Balderrama (
@BalderramaPaco
) declined to interview on camera about the story several times. In a statement, the Chief said Corchado shot at the officers, hitting a police cruiser and one of the officer’s vest.
For the full story click below. 👇🏼
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Recently, Private Joshua Mina graduated bootcamp with the United States Army, culminating ten weeks of rigorous training and dedication.
@FresnoPolice
Sgt. Cassie Stevens had the honor of attending his achievement.
Sgt. Stevens met Joshua twelve years ago while responding to a
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Happy to attend the STOP THE HATE, STOP GUN VIOLENCE rally, celebrating the 153rd birthday of peaceful activist Mahatma Gandhi. Big thanks to
@Fresno_State
's Dr. Sudharshan Kapoor and University President Saúl Jiménez-Sandoval for the honor of speaking.
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Congratulations to 43 new
@FresnoPolice
officers on their Badge Pinning Ceremony! Great things to come for this group!
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Last night we had the opportunity to recognize our police officers and professional staff at our Officer/Employee of the Year Banquet. Everyone
@FresnoPolice
is critically important to the mission of keeping our community, safe and creating trust.
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Happy National Twin Day! For those few of us, it’s a great day!
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The Chief's Youth Advisory Committee consists of students from Fresno & Central Unified school districts. We meet quarterly & students can ask anything they want or give me their perspective issues affecting them. Some of most thought provoking questions I have ever gotten!
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Today the
@CityofFresno
City Council &
@MayorJerryDyer
recognized Officer Lindsay Dozier on her enshrinement into the Law Enforcement Hall of Fame. Officer Dozier has mentored youth on her own time for many years and has founded various programs to mentor, guide, and support
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I was privileged to accompany
@FresnoPolice
MAGEC gang enforcement in serving multiple search warrants today. This team works extremely hard and are highly motivated without complaints. MAGEC is a HUGE factor in helping lower violent crime by 30% this year. Thanks for all you do!
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Joining
@MayorJerryDyer
and
@BobNelson_FUSD
for
#ReadAcrossAmericaDay
Met some amazing kids, teachers, administrators and librarians. Thank you for including
@FresnoPolice
!
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Early recruiting is where it's at for
@FresnoPolice
! Great work by Officer Voerman of strengthening trust and building relationships.
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Terrible tragedy occurring last night in Sacramento. I reached out to
@SacPoliceChief
to offer our support and assistance. My hope is we can come up with long-term solutions to gun violence in our state/nation.
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Amazing turnout at the
#SupportBlueRun
. Had the opportunity to meet and engage with hundreds of people who love and support our police in the Central Valley. Thanks to all who were able to come out, and especially to our sponsors and organizers who put on a great event.
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This year we’ve had 8 fatality accidents in Fresno, 7 of them were auto-ped accidents. All have been after dark & on wet pavement!
@FresnoPolice
&
@CityofFresno
are working to find solutions, educate, prevent, and reduce! Thanks
@BenMorrisNews
for helping us spread the message!
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Very grateful that Argo and his partner are okay. K9 Argo is expected to make a full recovery.
A police K9 was injured as he was deployed to assist in containing a suspect Saturday morning.
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A big thanks to Santa (aka Deputy Chief Burke Farrah) for paying me an early 🎄 visit. “Santa” has visited various
@FresnoPolice
sponsored community events to spread Holiday cheer and give away 🎁 donated by community partners. Thanks to all who helped make this happen!!!
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Law enforcement continues to be a valued, honorable, and much needed profession. A big thanks to the men and women who wear the badge, and also to the professional staff who support them.
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Another successful
#SupportBlueRun
! Over 3,400 participants and supporters attended to cheer on Central Valley law enforcement. This makes our
@FresnoPolice
officers feel appreciated!
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Great day for
@FresnoPolice
! We swore-in 34 new police officers, 24 professional staff, 6 Park Rangers and made three promotions. We are proud and happy to have you on our team!
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