The El Centro Police Department has a long and distinguished history. As you read the contents on this web site you will see that the Officers of this Department have not only performed their normal duties, but some have paid the ultimate price in making this Community safe for our citizens.

In the Mission Statement you will read of “improving the quality of life”, “providing a safe environment”, “safeguarding the Constitutional guarantees of citizens” and “cooperation between ourselves and our citizens”. These are but a few of the values that this Department is dedicated to.

As we move into the future we will continue to look for ways in which we can become what we were in the past, a part of the Community, not apart from the Community. Although we have implemented the Community Policing Philosophy, we recognize that this process is an ever changing concept, and we are constantly searching for more effective solutions.

The El Centro Police Department has been successful due to the dedication and professionalism of its employees. We are committed to continuing the proud tradition of SERVICE to the COMMUNITY, and will continue this tradition into the future.

Leonard Knight
Chief of Police