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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On 06/12/2025, the Special Enforcement Team (SET), conducted routine patrol at 4118 Mission Boulevard. A male subject was seen urinating in public and immediately began walking away from officers. Officers gave commands to stop, which he ignored. The male reached into his waistband to retrieve a handgun.
Officers took the male to the ground, which caused the male to drop the handgun. The handgun was un-serialized and semi-automatic. The subject arrested was a convicted felon currently out on bail and is a documented gang member. It was learned that the male subject was involved in a shooting two weeks prior in the City of Hemet; an additional eight firearms were found in his possession at that time, including handguns and rifles.
The officers and the subject were uninjured during the encounter. The subject was taken into custody and booked for: Felon in possession of a firearm, Carrying a loaded firearm as not the registered owner, Prohibited person from possessing ammunition, and Resisting an officer.
We commend our Montclair SET Officers on the hard and dangerous work they do to ensure the safety of our Montclair community and their efforts to minimize gang violence.
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At approximately 2:00pm, the Montclair Police Department (MPD) received a call of an assault with a deadly weapon in the 4400 block of San Bernardino Street. The suspect in this case was determined to also be the suspect of an assault with a deadly weapon involving a firearm last Sunday, July 6th, 2025.
The suspect was positively identified and barricaded himself in a house located in the 9700 block of Ramona Avenue. The subject refused to come out and was seen walking in the backyard of the property, wearing what appeared to be body armor, manipulating what appeared to be a firearm. At one point, the suspect pointed that weapon at one of the MPD officers who was on the perimeter.
Members of the Upland/Montclair Police Department Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) were notified and were in the process of responding to the scene to take over the critical incident. Before SWAT members took over the incident, the suspect fled on foot from the residence and a foot pursuit ensued, which followed the three hour standoff. The suspect entered the San Antonio wash and fled southbound towards Benito Street where a Montclair police officer involved shooting occurred (in the wash). The suspect was not injured nor were any officers. The suspect was eventually taken into custody and two replica firearms were recovered from the shooting scene that were in the suspect’s possession.
The suspect was taken into custody for multiple charges to include assault with a deadly weapon against a peace officer, resisting a police officer, and criminal threats. He was transported by medical personnel to a local hospital for precautions, to later be booked at the West Valley Detention Center.
**UPDATE**
There has been an officer involved shooting inside the San Antonio Wash near Benito Street. No one was injured during the shooting and two replica firearms were located on scene. We request the public to remain out of the area.
The 4400 block of San Bernardino Street is now open for public access.
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Please stay away from the area of 4400 San Bernardino Street. There is currently an active incident and we will advise when the area is clear.
Special Enforcement Team (SET)💥
SET is committed to ensuring a safer Montclair. These highly trained and dedicated professionals, whether working behind the scenes or actively engaged in the field, consistently address the specific needs of our community with precision and purpose.
As temperatures rise this summer, rest assured SET officers are more than prepared to handle the heat while staying focused on their mission.
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