ColtonPD

The Colton Police Department provides law enforcement and public safety services to the city of Colton, California, a community of approximately 55,000 people in San Bernardino County. Established in 1887, the department traces its history to Town Marshal Virgil Earp and continues to emphasize integrity, honor, courage, and trust. Its mission is to enhance public safety through proven policing practices, innovative technology, data-informed strategies, and strong partnerships with residents, businesses, and community stakeholders.

The department’s work includes patrol, traffic enforcement, K-9 services, investigations, special crimes, SWAT, and community liaison activities. It also offers community policing initiatives, neighborhood watch programs, school resource officers, crime prevention and safety information, and a community camera registry. Residents can access online non-emergency reporting, frequently asked questions, public information, news releases, department policies, and a community crime map. Additional programs include chaplaincy, volunteering, and police explorers, alongside information about sworn career opportunities. The department’s website provides contact details and practical resources for people who live, work, or visit Colton.