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Cecilio Velasco
Chief of Police
cecilio.velasco@avenalpd.gov
Robert A. Nevárez
Assistant Chief of Police/Public Safety Manager
robert.nevarez@avenalpd.gov
Edward Rij
Police Commander
edward.rij@avenalpd.gov
Office Location:
317 Alpine Street
Avenal, CA 93204
Contact Information:
Ph: 559-386-4444
Fx: 559-386-4447
Emergency: 911
Tip Line: (559) 401-9576
Administration & Records Hours:
Monday - Friday
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
(Excluding Holidays)
Closed for Lunch
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
If our lobby is closed to the public and an officer is needed please use the call box, which is located to the left of our front door, to reach dispatch. You may also contact dispatch directly at 559-386-5361.
Police Officer Hours:
Sunday - Saturday
24 Hours Per Day
(Including Holidays)
Mission Statement
The mission of the Avenal Police Department is to provide our community with the finest law enforcement service possible in order to ensure all citizens have the opportunity to pursue a higher quality of life. We are a professional agency committed to treating every citizen with courtesy, respect and impartial enforcement of the law. Every Avenal Police Officer is a leader who constantly strives to demonstrate courage in the face of adversity. We work in partnership with our citizens to enhance the progress of the community and instill pride in the City. Together, as a team, we strive to eradicate criminal activity in our community and vow to never rest until justice has visited those who would harm our citizens.