Barstow Police Department

10/20/2026

On Friday, October 16, 2026, officers from the Barstow Police Department participated in Operation Consequences in the City of San Bernardino.

Our officers worked alongside law enforcement partners in a collaborative effort to combat criminal activity, enhance public safety, and make our communities safer.

📸 Check out some footage from the operation!

🚨 WE’RE HIRING! 🚨

Are you ready to take your law enforcement career to the next level? The Barstow Police Department is currently hiring!

🎥 Watch the video and scan the QR code to learn more about available opportunities and how to apply.

10/14/2026

Did you know that WeTip is available to you for anonymous reporting?

If you have information to share, reporting is easy and convenient! Simply text, call or scan the QR code on the flyer to submit an anonymous tip.

Thank you for doing your part to help keep our community safe!

10/13/2026

Have you signed up your team yet for the Barstow PAL Christmas Cops & Kids Co****le Tournament?

Join us for a fun-filled day of friendly competition, community spirit, and holiday cheer while helping make Christmas brighter for local kids!

📅 Saturday, November 21, 2026 📍 Barstow Community Center

Grab your friends, family, or coworkers and get your team together!

There will be:
🍔 Food Vendors 🎟️ Raffles 🏆 Prizes ❤️ Fun for a GREAT cause!

PLAY FOR A PURPOSE!

All proceeds from the tournament will go directly to Barstow PAL Christmas Cops & Kids to purchase Christmas toys for children in our Barstow community! Every team that signs up helps us spread holiday joy and put smiles on the faces of local children this Christmas.

READY TO PLAY? Visit Barstowpal.com to register your team today!

Let's come together as a community, support our local kids, and make this Christmas extra special!

10/12/2026

On Saturday, October 10, 2026, at approximately 5:03 P.M., Barstow Police officers responded to a report of a subject armed with a fi***rm in the 500 block of E. Virginia Way.

Witnesses reported seeing the suspect, later identified as a 16-year-old male juvenile Barstow resident, with a fi***rm in his waistband. Upon arrival, officers observed the juvenile and attempted to contact him.

As officers approached the juvenile, he immediately fled on foot into the residential area. As the juvenile fled from officers, he pointed a black fi***rm at them. The juvenile continued to flee on foot and discarded the weapon. Officers ultimately apprehended him without further incident. Officers conducted a canvass of the area and, with assistance from witnesses, were able to locate the loaded fi***rm.

The juvenile was later booked at the San Bernardino County Juvenile Detention Center in Adelanto for PC 245(b) - Assault on a Police Officer with a semi-automatic fi***rm.

Anyone with information regarding this incident may contact Officer Jason Rodriguez at (760) 256-2211, or at [email protected]. Those wishing to remain anonymous may also provide information regarding this case by calling the WE-TIP hotline at 1-800-78-CRIME (27469).

10/07/2026

On Monday, October 5, 2026, at approximately 4:32 A.M., Barstow Police officers served a search warrant at a residence in the 700 block of S. Second Avenue regarding an ongoing narcotics investigation.

Officers contacted the homeowner, identified as 64-year-old Geoffrey Wong, and detained him without incident. Officers located am******on, digital scales, baggies, and approximately 1.5 ounces of methamphetamine and other items indicative of the sales of narcotics. Officer discovered that Wong was prohibited from possessing any am******on.

Wong was arrested for HS 11378(a) - Possession of Controlled Substance for Sale, and PC 30305(a)(1) - Felon in Possession of Am******on and booked at the San Bernardino Sheriff’s Department High Desert Detention Center in Adelanto.

Anyone with information regarding this incident is encouraged to contact Officer Zamora at (760) 256-2211 or at [email protected]. Those wishing to remain anonymous may also provide information regarding this case by calling WE-TIP Hotline at 1-800-78 (CRIME) 27469 or by visiting www.wetip.com.

10/07/2026

10/06/2026

We are proud to share that Officer Omar Orozco was recognized this morning at the Annual Blue Ribbon Breakfast as Barstow Police Department’s 2025 Officer of the Year.

This award is a reflection of the dedication, professionalism, and commitment Officer Orozco brings to his work every day. His willingness to serve, help others, and make a positive difference in the community represents the very best of what it means to wear the badge.

Being an Officer of the Year is about more than one accomplishment or a single moment. It is about the consistency, character, and commitment demonstrated throughout the year, qualities Officer Orozco has shown time and time again.

Please join us in congratulating Officer Omar Orozco on being named the Barstow Police Department’s 2025 Officer of the Year!

10/01/2026

On Tuesday, September 29, 2026, at approximately 4:20 P.M., Barstow Police officers responded to a report of a train burglary behind a business in the 1400 block of East Main Street.

Witnesses reported seeing numerous subjects actively stealing property from a train at the location and provided descriptions of them to Police Dispatch. Upon arrival, Officers observed the subjects matching the provided descriptions throwing property from the nearby railroad tracks over a fence and into a residential area.

As officers approached the subjects, they immediately fled on foot into the residential area. Additional officers arrived and quickly detained all individuals involved without further incident. Officers identified the suspects as 62-year-old Readall Gardner, 36-year-old John Riggs, 30-year-old Jennifer Stiles, and 27-year-old Juan Venagas, all residents of Barstow.

Officers located and recovered the stolen merchandise valued at over $2,000. Gardner, Riggs, Stiles, and Venegas were all booked into the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department High Desert Detention Center in Adelanto for PC 496(a) - Possession of Stolen Property.

Anyone with information regarding this incident may contact Officer Jefferson Steenbergen or Officer Joshua Gomez at (760) 256-2211, or at [email protected] or [email protected]. Those wishing to remain anonymous may also provide information regarding this case by calling the WE-TIP hotline at 1-800-78-CRIME (27469).

09/25/2026

Update:

The lockdown at Barstow Junior High School and Barstow Intermediate School has been lifted.

The areas surrounding both schools have been searched, and the schools have been cleared to resume normal activities. There were no injuries reported during this incident.

The Barstow Police Department wants to thank the community for their support during this incident.

Community Notification

Barstow Junior High School and Barstow Intermediate School have been put on lockdown while the Barstow Police Department conducts an investigation not involving students or staff from either school.

This precaution is in place to ensure the safety of students and staff.

There are no reported injuries to students or staff as a result of the incident.

Additional information will be provided as it becomes available. Please avoid the area and rely on official updates.