Montclair Police Department
Community • Commitment • Courage
Located in the Inland Empire on the west end of San Bernardino County, the Montclair Police Department is one of Southern California’s leading law enforcement agencies.
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From the Chief…
Every member of the Montclair Police Department strives to provide the highest level of service to those who live, work, and visit our great city. We believe in professionally conducting ourselves in all we do and serve with integrity, honor, courage, and pride.
We diligently disrupt crime in our community, arrest criminals, and seek prosecution for those wishing to harm others. We work with our community to address issues, including quality of life concerns, mental health concerns, traffic and parking issues, and civil disputes, all while ensuring our methodology is carried out in an equitable, contemporary, and legal manner.
Our police officers and support staff are provided with the most modern technology, equipment, and training, allowing them to best serve the community. We are proud to serve a diverse populace and adapt to the community’s changing needs. We work closely with other City departments and regional organizations to facilitate the delivery of specialized services to those in need.
The City of Montclair’s elected officials support and entrust us to provide the safest environment possible for its residents, visitors, and commerce to thrive.
To provide the highest level of service possible to the City of Montclair, I must ensure the members of the Montclair Police Department are valued, not only through words but also through my actions. I strive to continually observe, mentor, and listen to the members of this organization so I may make adjustments, keep employee morale elevated, provide wellness programs to employees, and employ every possible means necessary to complete our mission statement of “Commitment to Service.”
Jason Reed
Chief of Police – Montclair Police Department
Officer Spotlight
Name: Officer Chris Vera
Years: 4
Assignment: Patrol
“What I think is special about working patrol for the Montclair Police Department is the camaraderie we have on patrol and the trust our supervisors have in us to allow us to do our job”
You Have Options With MPD
From police officers to dispatchers, the Montclair Police Department has employment opportunities that need to be fulfilled by great people.
Police Officer Positions
Civilian Positions
Great Benefits & Incentives
Take a look at what we offer and you’ll see we’re competitive, if not better, than other employers!
Veterans and College Grads Bonus*
Educational Program*
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Max Longevity Pay*
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July 2024 Pay Increase*
POST Certificate Pay*
*Certain conditions apply. Read further details in the job details on this website or the Montclair City Jobs Website.
About Montclair PD
Discover more about our mission, values, and the profound commitment of our officers to safeguarding the Montclair community. Read more about our leadership and the people behind the badge shedding light on the dedicated individuals who uphold the highest standards of professionalism and service. Your application marks the beginning of a shared commitment to community safety and excellence in law enforcement. Welcome to the Montclair Police Department family.
This Could Be Your Call…
While the city of Montclair is a safe and peaceful place to live, work, and play, we are like any other city in Southern California. Crime happens and its up to our police officers to do their best at preventing, investigating, and solving these acts committed by criminals.
Police Searching for Suspect in Brazen Robbery of Wells Fargo in Montclair
Police say a man robbed a Wells Fargo bank in Montclair on Monday afternoon.
Authorities say the suspect was able to flee with all of the money in the bank teller’s drawer before officers arrived…
Pickup Spins and Crashes into Tree at End of San Gabriel Valley Chase
A pursuit east of Los Angeles ended Monday with a dramatic spinout and crash into a tree.
The chase was in the San Bernardino County community of Montclair before heading west into…
Montclair Police Arrest Man Suspected of Pistol-Whipping Clerk, Robbing 7-Eleven Store
Montclair police arrested a 25-year-old man suspected of robbing a 7-Eleven store and pistol-whipping a cashier last month, officials announced Tuesday. Police say Giovannie Ramirez is the man…
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In early August 2025, several subjects burglarized a pharmacy in the 4900 block of San Bernardino Street. During the crime, the suspects used a Wi-Fi jammer to disable the alarm system. Detective Herrera was assigned to the case. After authoring multiple search warrants and conducting several surveillances, Detective Herrera was able to identify, not only the suspects in this case, but also identified multiple other burglaries the suspects had committed throughout Southern California, Arizona, and Nevada.
On 9-24-25, Detective Herrera identified the suspects in our burglary, who had just committed a burglary in the Las Vegas area, and were headed back to Southern California. Montclair Detectives were able to conduct surveillance at several locations where the suspects were known to visit. At one of the locations, Detectives observed the suspects entering a residence in the City of Riverside, carrying bags of stolen property. Detective Herrera authored a search warrant for the location. With the assistance of the Pacific Southwestern Regional Fugitive Task Force, Montclair S.E.T., and the Riverside Police Department, the search warrant was executed at the location, and three suspects were detained. In addition to the suspects, Montclair Detectives located and recovered approximately $100,000 in property that was stolen just hours before in Nevada. The three suspects were later booked into the West Valley Detention Center for multiple felonies.
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UPDATE:
The Montclair Police Department has an update regarding the incident that occurred on 10/7/2025. For more information regarding the incident, refer to our previous Instagram post.
Montclair Detectives assumed the investigation and identified the suspect as Jorge Tafolla Jr. (48, Hesperia). Tafolla Jr. was located at his residence in Hesperia, taken into custody, and booked for kidnapping and homicide at the West Valley Detention Center.
We commend our Montclair Detectives on the hard and diligent work they do to ensure the safety of our Montclair community and their efforts to quickly apprehend dangerous individuals.
On 10-07-25, at approximately 0046 hours, Montclair Police Officers responded to the 9700 block of Benson Avenue, regarding an incident that resulted in the fatal injury to one person. During the investigation, it was discovered that three occupants were involved in a verbal altercation, with the suspect vehicle, while in the north end of Montclair. As the victims left the area, the suspect chased them throughout the city in his own vehicle, reportedly shooting at the victims. While in the area of 9700 Benson Avenue, the suspect rammed the victim’s vehicle, causing it to collide into a tree. As two of the victims fled from the vehicle, the suspect kidnapped one of the occupants, who was able to later escape from the suspect while in the City of Ontario. She was transported to a local hospital to be treated. The whereabouts of the second occupant is unknown.
Officers arrived at the location and located the third occupant unresponsive. The victim was transported to a local area hospital, where he was pronounced deceased. It appears that this is not a random incident and all involved parties are associated with each other. This case is still under investigation by the Montclair Police Department. Anyone with information regarding the incident, or the events that led up to it, is asked to call the Montclair Police Department at (909) 621-4771. Witnesses wishing to remain anonymous may also contact We-Tip at (800) 78-CRIME.
**UPDATE**
The area around Buena Vista Elementary is now open for all traffic.
There was a traffic collision that occurred last night at Buena Vista Elementary. The school will remain open today, but OMSD staff and the Montclair Police Department are requesting parents to allow extra time for drop off, due to potential delays. Please follow all school staff directions regarding drop off and carpool if possible. If your student walks to school, all foot traffic still has access to the north and south ends of the school.
Meet our newest Parking Enforcement Vehicle — sleek, smart, and… seasoned! 🚔
That’s right — this trusty vehicle isn’t brand new, it’s newly repurposed! Once a frontline patrol unit, it’s been given a fresh mission and a new lease on life. Because around here, old police vehicles never die — they just find new ways to serve. By upgrading and reassigning this vehicle instead of buying new, we’ve saved taxpayer dollars — allowing those funds to be reinvested where they’re needed most.
You might be surprised to know that parking-related calls make up a large portion of all service calls to our department. From blocked driveways to fire lane violations, these issues affect safety, traffic flow, and access every single day.
So if you spot this familiar ride cruising through your neighborhood, give it a wave! It may look like the past, but it’s driving us into a smarter, more efficient future. 🚓
Tag us when you see it in action! 📸
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