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On 10-4-23, at about 5:15am, Manhattan Beach Police Department Motorcycle Officer Chad Swanson was involved in a fatal on duty traffic collision on the 405 Freeway.
This is the suspect and suspect’s vehicle who ambushed and shot an off duty Los Angeles Country Deputy Sheriff in Alhambra today. Our hearts are with the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department. If you see this suspect or his vehicle, call 911.
#lasdhq
Today the
#MBPD
protected the RIGHT to gather PEACEFULLY
It can be done, without the riots, without the looting and without destruction
Thank you to our community for setting the example.
#America
#ManhattanBeach
#ManhattanBeachPD
Officer Swanson is survived by his wife and three young boys (4, 2, and 10 months old).
The Manhattan Beach Police Officers’ Association has created a donation fund via the
@poracalifornia
Fund a Hero Program. Please visit the link in our bio to support Officer Swanson’s family
Today we are sad to report the loss of Sacramento County Deputy Sheriff Adam Gibson and his K9 Riley. Both were shot and killed following a vehicle pursuit of a parolee. Please keep them, his family and the Sacramento County Sheriff’s Department in your thoughts and prayers 💙
We would like to express our deepest condolences to the
@LBPD
for the loss of Officer Anton Fischer. Officer Fischer died in a traffic collision while on his way to work. He was a three year veteran of the department. RIP Sir💙
Three years ago today, we lost our beloved Rachael Parker at the Route 91 shooting in Las Vegas. Please take a minute today to remember Rachael and all who were victims in this horrific massacre.
#route91strong
#VegasStrong
Shooting fireworks off on the beach at midnight, while drinking alcohol and using cocaine, will be a sure shot way to earn a court date and expensive fine.
Just a friendly reminder with 4th of July approaching, ALL fireworks are illegal in Manhattan Beach.
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#manhattanbeach
While you were sleeping last night, graveyard Officers conducted a traffic stop in the 1800 block of Manhattan Beach Blvd. An investigation led to the recovery of a stolen handgun and four suspects were taken into custody.
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#graveyardshift
Shoutout to our graveyard crew for capturing a car jacking suspect. A pizza delivery driver had his vehicle stolen in South LA during his shift. The vehicle and pizzas were returned to the owner to finish his shift.
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#manhattanbchpd
At 1:50am,
@manhattanbchpd
Officers were alerted by our ALPR system of a stolen vehicle entering our City. Officers responded and initiated a felony traffic stop. A convicted felon inside the vehicle was in possession of this loaded .45 caliber handgun. Two suspects arrested.
Essential - Going to CVS to purchase medicine, food, & supplies for the house. Non-Essential - Going to CVS to reload a gift card with counterfeit cash. For all you criminals, we are still working, will protect our city, and arrest YOU if you come here to commit crimes.
MBPD officers & professional staff finished the grueling 120 mile
#B2V
relay race this weekend. Thanks to support staff & runners for your hard work & dedication! We were proud to honor the fallen with our brothers & sisters in blue, including our own Rachael Parker.
#neverforget
Officer Ineguez & Brandt made a stop at Little Company of Mary Medical Center this morning. They brought some of Sion’s famous, mouth-watering breakfast burritos as a thank you from the MBPOA for all their continued hard work during this crisis.
Sgt. Damon Gutzwiller of the Santa Cruz Sheriff’s Office was ambushed and killed today. Sgt. Gutzwiller was only 38 years old and leaves behind his wife and young child. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and the Santa Cruz County Sheriff’s Office. RIP Sir 💙
A Thursday night traffic stop on Rosecrans Ave led to the discovery of over 40,000 suspected fake Oxycodone pills.
The only safe medications come from licensed and accredited medical professionals. Fake pills are dangerous and commonly contain methamphetamine and fentanyl.
Taking a Louisville slugger to both headlights, along with all of the windows is still illegal. It will land you in jail for felony vandalism and various other crimes!
#nonessentialactivity
#beforehecheats
Beach days are making a comeback! 🌊
@CountyofLA
are reopening tomorrow for ACTIVE USE ONLY;Surfing, Swimming,Running, Walking. Until further notice the following are PROHIBITED;Relaxing, Sunbathing, Small group gatherings and sports, Picnics with friends & families.
MBPD welcomes our newest officer today! 👮 Officer Udeoji comes to us with three years of law enforcement experience and a Master's Degree in Public Health. Welcome to the MBPD family!
#manhattanbeach
Not too long ago, the hardworking Beach Patrol Unit & Downtown Footbeat Team located a Jaguar F-Pace SUV that was stolen in the City of LA and driving around Downtown MB. Officers conducted a high risk traffic stop and arrested the two occupants without incident!
#WeWillAlwaysRemember
MBPD Officer Martin Ganz, who was shot and killed while conducting a traffic stop on Dec 27, 1993. Ganz's 12 yr old nephew was on a ridealong with him at the time.
Ganz loved working with kids & was a US Marine Corps veteran; more at
Thank you children, parents, teachers and staff
#manhattanbeachusd
for honoring those who gave all 18 years ago. Here are some memories from today’s events.
Today is National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day and MBPD would like to thank all law enforcement agencies who protect our great nation! 💙
#NationalLawEnforcementDay
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Los Angeles Police Department, the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department and the families of Officer Philip Sudario and Deputy Santiago Carrillo who lost their battles with Covid-19. RIP heroes 💙
@LAPDHQ
@LASDHQ
Congrats to our newest Police Officer Cole Barba. Cole began his career
@manhattanbchpd
as an Explorer and last week, he graduated from the
@OCSheriff
Training Academy.
If you would like information on our Explorer Program, please contact Sgt. Tim Zins at (310) 802-5186.
At approximately 1:15am this morning, Officers conducted a traffic stop in the area of the 2100 block of Highland Ave. Through investigation, Officers discovered a loaded 9mm handgun behind the driver seat. The driver was arrested on multiple firearm related charges.
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Riverside County Sheriff’s Department and to the family of Sergeant Harry Cohen. K9 Sergeant Cohen tragically passed away at the age of 48 on Sunday. He is survived by his wife, son and daughter. RIP Sergeant Cohen.
@RSO
Chief Derrick Abell gives $3,268.00 check to
@SoroptimistMB
from donations to
@PinkPatchPrjct
. Donations will make approximately 100 care kits for people affected by breast cancer.
MBPD would like to thank President and CEO Keith Sultemeier of
#kinectafederalcreditunion
, the
#mahattanbeachrotary
and all the employees at
@kinecta
who smoked up some great BBQ all day to serve our staff. The BBQ was absolutely delicious and we thank you for all your hard work.
ROAD CLOSED DUE TO SINKHOLE-Public Works is currently working on resolving a sinkhole which formed in front of Mira Costa High School. The road is closed on Artesia Bl from Peck Ave to Stanford - eastbound and westbound traffic lanes are closed. We will advise when road reopens.
On November 9, 2019, a delivery driver was robbed at gun point while making a delivery to a business. The suspect got away with over $40K in merchandise. We are proud to say MBPD Detectives arrested Brian Morris, a 34 year old resident of Downey, for robbery.
Twenty six years ago, Officer Martin Ganz was gunned down in Manhattan Village. Please stop by his memorial in Manhattan Village next to Bank of America or his memorial in Live Oak Park to remember the ultimate dedication he gave to the City of Manhattan Beach.
#ManhattanBeach
Police Chief Derrick Abell proudly announced the promotion of Officer Traci Navarrette to Sergeant this afternoon. She been a Police Officer with MBPD since 2005. Prior to that she was a deputy sheriff for 5 years with the LASD. Congratulations Sgt. Navarrette!
Congratulations to our Explorers who promoted today and to our Explorer Captain who aged out of our program but will remain with MBPD as a Records Technician!
At 10:30 pm an alert resident observed a suspect burglarizing their car. At 10:32 pm, MBPD graveyard officers had the suspect in custody. Two other suspects who were acting as look outs were also arrested. Great job by our alert resident and our graveyard shift!
Thank you
@UrbanPlates
for bringing an outstanding lunch and dinner to feed MBPD dayshift and graveyard staff on Thanksgiving. The food was amazing and definitely helped our staff feel much better having to be away from their families on Thanksgiving. Welcome to Manhattan Beach!
Wishing all physicians a Happy National
#DoctorsDay
! We celebrate your selfless dedication to exceptional care for our patients and
#SouthBay
community. 👩⚕️🩺👨⚕️💙
#NationalDoctorsDay
Congratulation to Ofc. Justin Hidalgo for being selected as the MBPD 2018 Officer of the Year. Today he was honored by the Manhattan Beach Rotary Club. Pictured from left to right; Chief Derrick Abell, Officer Justin Hidalgo, Rotary President Ken Deemer and Capt. Tim Hageman.
Graveyard officers did it again! At approximately 1:30 am, officers stopped a vehicle for traffic violations. An investigation ensued and officers located a loaded 9mm pistol inside the vehicle. Two occupants inside the vehicle were arrested. Great work graveyard shift!
MBPD sends our thoughts and prayers
@OxnardPolice
and the family of Officer Nathan Martin who was killed in a motorcycle accident on his way home after work today. RIP Officer Nathan Martin 🙏🏼
MBPD officers monitored a radio call in Hermosa Beach of suspects pointing an assault rifle out of a grey BMW. MBPD sergeant located the suspect car in Manhattan Beach. The suspects attempted to flee and crashed into one of our police SUV’s. The investigation is still ongoing.
Yesterday, the suspect in this photo was arrested near Elm and Rosecrans. Today, a resident posted a video of him stealing a package from their porch. We encourage residents to use the RING Neighbors app to post criminal activity to help us solve crimes and prosecute criminals.
UPDATE – ROAD CLOSURE DUE TO SINKHOLE
Public Works crews are replacing a broken storm drain pipe which caused a large sinkhole on Artesia Blvd. in front of Mira Costa High School. Due to the extensive repairs, the road will likely remain closed through Monday.
#ManhattanBeach
Meet our new Community Affairs Officer Chris Ineguez. He was recently selected as our Community Affairs Officer and today he is at the MB Fair. Come say hi to Chris!
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#manhattanbeach
#mbhometownfair
25 yrs ago today, MBPD Officer Martin Ganz was shot and killed in the line of duty. We hope you can join us tonight for a special remembrance ceremony, video tribute, & candlelight procession at 6:30 PM at Joslyn Center (1601 Valley Dr). More info at
We are excited to present MBPD’s 2019-2020 Strategic Plan. The safety of our community is our highest priority, and with this document as our guide, we will work together to achieve an even higher level of service. View the complete plan at
This morning around 8am, officers stopped a suspected DUI driver near Aviation & Marine. The driver (a convicted felon) was found to be concealing this stolen handgun in his pants. Among many other charges, he was arrested for a felon possessing a firearm and DUI Drugs & Alcohol
Tune in tonight
@NBCLA
news 5 & 6pm to hear about Ofc Martin Ganz and his 25th Remembrance Ceremony which will be held next Thursday, Dec 27th at 6:30pm, Manhattan Beach Joslyn Center, 1691 N. Valley Drive MB
A call of suspicious activity at a local hotel lead to the arrest of two identity theft suspects. Officers recovered a large amount of stolen ID’s, credit cards, and mail. A replica firearm BB gun and a large amount of narcotics and cash were also recovered.
April 12-18 is National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week. We wanted to say “thank you” to our awesome dispatchers by bringing them breakfast. Officer Barba and Thompson delivered breakfast burritos from Sion’s Mexican Restaurant.
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#nationaltelecommunicatorsweek