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The Napa Police Department is one of the oldest Police Departments in the state of California. It was originally established in 1875, just three years after the town itself was incorporated and only 25 years after California became a state. Walden and he commanded a force of four Police Officers, two Night Watchmen, and a Town Marshal. User Rules

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06/19/2026

Seniors Against Financial Exploitation (SAFE) Conference
Tuesday, June 23rd 10 AM - 1PM. Resource fair starting at 9:00 AM.
📍Napa Valley College Performing Arts Center
🚨See flyer for more details 🚨

06/12/2026

May by the numbers. 🚨🚔🚓

06/11/2026

Yesterday, we honored Lead Officer Darlene Elia for her 24 years of service as she heads into retirement! Officer Elia joined NPD in 2002 and worked several assignments including patrol, investigations, school resource officer, lead officer, FTO, crime scene specialist, and was a crisis negotiator.

As a detective, Officer Elia established a reputation for tenacity, compassion, and expertise. She was a certified child forensic interviewer and recognized as a subject matter expert in crimes against children and sexual assault investigations.

In 2022, Officer Elia led the first fentanyl-related homicide investigation in Napa County, identifying and arresting those responsible for the tragic death of a local teenager.

Congratulations on your well earned retirement, Officer Elia, and thank you for your service!

06/09/2026

Yesterday we welcomed our two newest employees!

Officer Derek Amaral (left) lateraled to us from another law enforcement agency. He has over a decade of law enforcement experience that he will bring to the City of Napa.

Community Service Officer Cesar Calderon grew up in Napa and we are happy to have him start his public service career with us!

Please give them both a warm welcome when you see them out and about!

06/07/2026

🚔 Know Your Limit 🚔

Officers were in downtown Napa today talking with community members about impaired driving and offering voluntary breathalyzer demonstrations as part of the Know Your Limit program. Participants learned how alcohol can affect BAC levels and driving ability.

Plan ahead, know your limit, and always have a safe ride home.

06/06/2026

🚨 Serial thief and fraud suspect in custody 🚨

On 5/30/26, a Napa resident reported fraudulent charges made using a stolen credit card across Napa, Solano, and Sonoma counties. SEU detectives identified Nicholas Alves as the primary suspect. Alves was already wanted on two separate felony warrants tied to prior burglary and identity theft investigations.

On 6/4/26, Napa PD patrol officers located and arrested Alves on his outstanding felony warrants. SEU detectives later served a search warrant at his residence, where officers located suspected methamphetamine, drug paraphernalia, brass knuckles, and additional evidence connected to identity theft and stolen property crimes.

Alves now faces additional felony charges related to multiple identity theft and burglary investigations.

The Napa Police Department remains committed to protecting our community and holding repeat offenders accountable.

⚠️ NPD is also aware of several reports of vehicles being rummaged through in the Browns Valley neighborhood during the early morning hours on Monday. If you discover missing credit cards or notice fraudulent charges on your accounts, please report the incident to law enforcement immediately.

06/05/2026

Yesterday we celebrated Lieutenant Kris Jenny’s retirement. Lieutenant Jenny dedicated 26 years of distinguished service to law enforcement with nearly 24 of those years here at Napa PD.

Lieutenant Jenny began his career in law enforcement as a police cadet with the Vallejo Police Department. After serving in the United States Marine Corps he returned to Vallejo PD as a cadet before joining the Oakland Police Department.

In 2003, Lieutenant Jenny lateraled to the Napa Police Department. Lieutenant Jenny served and supervised many assignments, including patrol, traffic, Napa College Police Academy RTO, SWAT operator and Assistant Team Leader, rangemaster, and the Admin Unit.

Lieutenant Kristofer Jenny, thank you for over two decades of distinguished service to the Napa Police Department and 26 years dedicated to the law enforcement profession.

We wish you all the best in your well-earned retirement.

05/30/2026

https://www.cityofnapa.org/DocumentCenter/View/15671/PR26-17-DUI-Checkpoint-Results-and-Notice-Press-Release-05272026-English-and-Spanish-PDF

DUI checkpoints are a proven and effective tool for enhancing public safety by deterring impaired driving. The Napa Police Department reminds motorists that impaired driving is not limited to alcohol. Prescription medications, over-the-counter medications, cannabis, and other drugs can also impair a driver's ability to safely operate a vehicle.

We thank the community for helping us keep Napa's roadways safe. If you plan on drinking or using impairing substances, make arrangements for a sober ride home through a designated driver, rideshare service, taxi, or public transportation.

Drive sober. Drive safe.

05/29/2026

Today, members of the Napa Police Department partook in the annual Law Enforcement Torch Run for the Special Olympics!

This run spans across the entire county line, stemming from Calistoga and finishing in American Canyon. All Napa County Law Enforcement Agencies joined in, to complete the run in various divided routes. Your Napa Police Department members completed a 9.1 mile run from Yountville to Veterans Park in downtown Napa.

The Napa Police Department is grateful to work hand in hand with its neighboring agencies, to support a valued cause. We want to thank our allied agencies and community for helping bring support and excitement for the upcoming Special Olympics!

05/27/2026

On 5/27 at approximately 815AM, Officers responded to a report domestic violence incident with injuries in the area of Golden Gate Drive, prior to Officer arrival the suspect left the residence and stole a vehicle in the area. The vehicle was later located by officers, and a short pursuit was initiated. The suspect collided with a power pole in the 1400 block of Center Street in Napa. The suspect was arrested at the scene of the crash. PG&E crews are actively working to restore power. If your area is affected by this incident, please refer to PG&E for updates.

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1539 First Street
Napa, CA
94558

Telephone

+17072579223

Website

https://www.cityofnapa.org/323/Police-Department

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