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Welcome to the Escondido Police Department website. This site is one of the many ways in which we engage with the community and connect you with the law enforcement services we provide.

We are a community-based police department and through engagement, commitment to trust, and enduring partnerships, we will continue to enhance public safety and the quality of life for the City of Escondido.

Our mission is to protect our community through exceptional police service.

I am excited to be your Police Chief. I look forward to our continued collaboration as we work together to keep our city clean, safe, and efficient.

Edward Varso  - Chief of Police

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Thursday, March 14, 2024 4:57:00 PM
Escondido, Calif. – With the St. Patrick’s Day celebrations fast approaching, the Escondido Police Department will be on alert for suspected impaired drivers and reminds the community to celebrate responsibly by designating a sober driver - your . . . read more
 
Thursday, March 14, 2024 2:50:00 PM
For Immediate Release March 11th, 2024 Contact: Lt. Ryan Hicks (760) 839-4781 ESCONDIDO – Escondido Police Department and agents from the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) cited 5 individuals during ABC’s statewide . . . read more
 
Saturday, March 9, 2024 12:49:00 AM
While conducting a DUI checkpoint on March 8, Escondido Police arrested two motorists on suspicion of driving under the influence of alcohol. In addition, 18 drivers were cited for driving without a license, and 3 were cited for driving on a . . . read more
 

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