Avenal Police Department
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The City of Avenal Police Department serves the community by protecting citizens and property, preventing crime, enforcing laws, and maintaining order. Our department's main goal is to contribute to the quality of life in Avenal.
The Avenal Police Department is comprised of 16 sworn police officers that cover the residential, commercial and industrial areas within the City Limits.
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.
Goals
The main goal of the Avenal Police Department is to create and maintain a safe, secure environment for community members, businesses, guests and travels within the City. We strive to accomplish this goal through:
- Proactive community programs designed to prevent crime
- Efficient, thorough investigations of crimes committed
- Providing information to the public through timely communications
- Comprehensive and responsive patrol
APD Tip Line:
(559) 401-9576Helpful Documents
- Automated License Plate Readers (ALPR) Policy
- Application for Ride-Along Program
- Bicycle Registration Form
- Call For Service Request Form
- Letter of Clearance Authorization Form
- Records Report Request Form
- Request for Live Scan Service (General)
- Request for Live Scan Service (Record Review or Foreign Adoption)
- Standard, Initial, and Renewal Application for License to Carry a Concealed Weapon
- 2022-2025 Military Equipment Use Report and Policy
Contact Us
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Cecilio Velasco
Chief of Police
cecilio.velasco@avenalpd.govRobert A. Nevárez
Assistant Chief of Police/Public Safety Manager
robert.nevarez@avenalpd.govEdward Rij
Police Commander
edward.rij@avenalpd.govOffice Location:
317 Alpine Street
Avenal, CA 93204Contact Information:
Ph: 559-386-4444
Fx: 559-386-4447Emergency: 911
Tip Line: (559) 401-9576Administration & 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.