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Redding Police Department This is the official page of the Redding Police Department in Redding, CA. Welcome to the official Redding Police Department page on Facebook.

This page will be used to publish Redding Police News, inform the public during disaster/emergency incidents, improve information exchange between RPD and the public, and share details about wanted criminals, public safety tips, and missing persons. This page was made possible by a collaborative volunteer effort by RPD, Optimize Worldwide, and Sugar Pine Media. We encourage public comments, but reserve the right to remove any posts that we find inappropriate. Any comment submitted to this page may be considered a public record which is subject to disclosure pursuant to the California Public Records Act. Public information requests must be directed to the City Public Information Officer. Please do not post external links or URLs. Repeated posting of inappropriate materials will result in a ban from the Redding Police page on Facebook. Examples of inappropriate include but are not limited to: ethnic slurs; profanity; material that is harassing, defamatory, fraudelent, discriminatory or sexually explicit; material that infringes copyright, trademark or other intellectual property rights and; material that is submitted for marketing, promotion, or for other purposes that fall outside the scope of addressing public safety issues. This is not a forum to report a crime or inquire about ongoing investigations. Comments or requests of this nature will not be followed up on. If you have an emergency, call 9-1-1. For non-emergencies call (530) 225-4200. For other questions, concerns or for other business matters, please visit our website at http://reddingpolice.org. Click here to have your photo removed from a social media post: https://www.cityofredding.org/departments/police-department/social-media-removal-request

CAN YOU IDENTIFY?The Redding Police Department is investigating an incident where the suspect depicted in the picture ex...
10/22/2026

CAN YOU IDENTIFY?

The Redding Police Department is investigating an incident where the suspect depicted in the picture exposed himself at the Mt. Shasta Mall on Friday, October 16, 2026. If anyone recognizes the individual or has any information that could assist in identifying him, please contact RPD.

Case # RPD26-010860

Contact: Officer Diaz (530)225-4200
Approved: Corporal Gross (530)225-4200

National Teen Driver Safety Week is October 18-24 Teen driver safety depends on parent and guardian action.REDDING, CA –...
10/21/2026

National Teen Driver Safety Week is October 18-24

Teen driver safety depends on parent and guardian action.

REDDING, CA – Safe driving starts long before anyone gets behind the wheel. This National Teen Driver Safety Week, the Redding Police Department encourages parents and guardians to discuss safe driving habits with their teens before handing over the keys.

Car crashes are a leading cause of death for teens (15-18 years old) in the United States. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, in 2024, there were 2,320 people killed in crashes involving a teen driver. That same year, 496 people were killed in crashes on California roads involving drivers aged 20 or younger.

Teens should understand the dangers of risky driving behaviors, like speeding, texting while driving, not wearing a seat belt and driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs.

Teens are also encouraged to use free, mobile-friendly resources from the California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV), including the free, mobile-friendly California Quick Reference Driver's Handbook, educational videos and the Teen Driver Roadmap, a step-by-step video guide for teens and their parents to help them prepare to get behind the wheel safely.

Teens, parents, educators, mentors and California drivers can also practice safe driving behaviors in realistic situations on the new, free, web-based driving simulation, The Road Ahead, at TheRoadAhead.GoSafelyCA.org. Additionally, there is a user guide that provides an overview for how to get started and how to facilitate discussions about the game experience. The user guide is available online.

Funding for this program was provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

🎀 HAPPENING NOW! 🎀Join the Redding Police Department at the Nor-Cal Breast Cancer Connection Resource Fair at the Sundia...
10/15/2026

🎀 HAPPENING NOW! 🎀
Join the Redding Police Department at the Nor-Cal Breast Cancer Connection Resource Fair at the Sundial Bridge! 💗
The Sundial Bridge will be lit pink tonight in support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month!
🚔 Come check out our pink-wrapped patrol car and snap a picture with our officers! We’ll be here until 8:00 PM.
💗 Stop by to learn how early detection saves lives, enjoy delicious food from local food trucks, and explore the music, entertainment, and informational booths on the north side of the bridge.
Bring your family and friends, show your support, and help us raise awareness in our community. We hope to see you there!

💗 HAPPENING NOW! 💗📍 Join the Redding Police Department at Tri-Counties Bank on Hilltop Drive! Stop by before 9:00 AM to ...
10/15/2026

💗 HAPPENING NOW! 💗

📍 Join the Redding Police Department at Tri-Counties Bank on Hilltop Drive! Stop by before 9:00 AM to pick up your FREE Breast Cancer Awareness bags and calendars! 🎀

While you’re here, take a picture with our breast cancer awareness patrol car and help us spread the message that early detection saves lives! 💗

We hope to see you out here supporting this important cause and our amazing community!

***Fentanyl Dealer Arrested by Redding Police Department Bike Team Officers***Redding, Ca--October 14, 2026--Redding Pol...
10/15/2026

***Fentanyl Dealer Arrested by Redding Police Department Bike Team Officers***

Redding, Ca--October 14, 2026--Redding Police Department Bike Team officers with the assistance of the Neighborhood Police Unit initiated an investigation into Sarah Jean Pearson, 48 years of Rancho Cordova, after information indicated she may have been transporting fentanyl from the Sacramento area to the Redding area.

Over the course of a month-long investigation, officers confirmed Pearson was traveling to Redding several times per week and returning to her residence in the Sacramento area.

On October 14, 2026, officers located Pearson driving northbound on Interstate 5. A traffic stop was conducted, and officers contacted Pearson. During the stop, she obstructed officers in their investigation. She was ultimately arrested and found to be in possession of more than three ounces of fentanyl. Pearson was transported to a local hospital so medical personnel could retrieve the fentanyl from a body cavity.

Pearson was previously arrested in 2025 for possession of a large amount of co***ne and is currently out of custody on bail, awaiting trial. She was booked into the Shasta County Jail for Possession of a Controlled Substance for Sales, Transportation of a Controlled Substance, Transportation of a Controlled Substance from one County to another as well as misdemeanor violations. Pearson is also eligible for other felony violations and enhancements due to her lengthy drug related criminal history per 11395HS.

Contact: Sergeant Ellis (530)225-4200

🎗️ Join us tomorrow evening! 💗Come see us at the Nor-Cal Breast Cancer Connection Resource Fair tomorrow, 5–8 PM at the ...
10/14/2026

🎗️ Join us tomorrow evening! 💗

Come see us at the Nor-Cal Breast Cancer Connection Resource Fair tomorrow, 5–8 PM at the Sundial Bridge!

✨ Learn about the importance of early detection

🍔 Enjoy delicious food from food trucks

🎶 Experience fun entertainment

💗 Our Pink Patches will be on sale

Bring your friends and family and join us for an evening of community, connection, and breast cancer awareness. We can’t wait to see you there! 💕🎗️

📍 Sundial Bridge | Tomorrow, 5–8 PM

Redding, CA — October 14th, 2026 — The Redding Police Department, in partnership with agents from the California Departm...
10/14/2026

Redding, CA — October 14th, 2026 — The Redding Police Department, in partnership with agents from the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC), conducted a Shoulder Tap operation within the City of Redding on October 9th, 2026.

A Shoulder Tap operation targets adults who purchase alcohol for individuals under the age of 21. During the operation, a minor working under the direct supervision of law enforcement stands outside a liquor or convenience store and asks patrons to purchase alcohol on their behalf. The minor clearly states they are underage and unable to legally buy alcohol.

Adults who agree to purchase alcohol for a minor may be arrested and cited for furnishing alcohol to a minor. This violation carries a minimum penalty of a $1,000 fine and 24 hours of community service.

During the operation, 27 individuals were contacted by minors requesting alcohol purchases. One individual was arrested for furnishing alcohol to a minor.

Statistics show that individuals under the age of 21 face a significantly higher risk of being involved in traffic collisions than older drivers. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), approximately 25 percent of fatal crashes involve underage drinking.

Funding for this operation was provided by a grant from the ABC Alcohol Policing Partnership (APP) Program.

Contact: Sergeant Townsley (530) 225-4200

🍂 September 2026 Stats 🍁Another busy month for the Redding Police Department! Here's a look at our calls for service, ar...
10/13/2026

🍂 September 2026 Stats 🍁

Another busy month for the Redding Police Department! Here's a look at our calls for service, arrests, DUI enforcement, and reports from September.

Thank you to our officers and staff for all the work they do to keep our community safe!

The Redding Police Department has been awarded a $355,000 grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) to su...
10/12/2026

The Redding Police Department has been awarded a $355,000 grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) to support additional traffic safety enforcement, education, and training throughout the coming year.

This funding will help support DUI enforcement, distracted driving operations, speeding and reckless driving enforcement, bicycle and pedestrian safety efforts, traffic safety presentations, officer trainings, and more.

📄 Read the full press release below for more information.
https://www.cityofredding.gov/_T18_R259.php

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Cypress Avenue
Downtown Redding, CA
96002

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Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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+15302254200

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