Gilroy Police Department

Welcome Chief Brandon Sanchez!!!!

Today, the Gilroy Police Department proudly welcomed and officially swore in our 9th Chief of Police, Brandon Sanchez.

Chief Sanchez joins the Gilroy Police Department following an exceptional 28-year career with the San Jose Police Department, where he served in a variety of leadership and operational assignments dedicated to public safety, community engagement, and organizational excellence.

Surrounded by family, friends, community members, City leadership, and members of our law enforcement family, Chief Sanchez took the oath of office and formally began his service to the Gilroy community. His extensive experience, commitment to professional policing, and passion for building strong community partnerships make him well-positioned to lead the department into its next chapter.

We are excited to welcome Chief Sanchez to the Gilroy family and look forward to the vision and leadership he will bring to our organization and community.

Please join us in congratulating and welcoming Chief Brandon Sanchez as the 9th Chief of Police for the City of Gilroy!

All roadways are open and signal lights are back on in the northwest side of town.

A power outage is currently impacting portions of Gilroy’s northeast and northwest quadrants. Please use extra caution while driving, especially at intersections where traffic signals may be affected. Remember, dark traffic signals should be treated as four-way stops.

We will provide updates as information becomes available. Thank you for your patience and cooperation.

🎉🚔 SAVE THE DATE: National Night Out 2026! 🚔🎉

Join the Gilroy Police Department and your neighbors for National Night Out, America's Night Out Against Crime!

📅 Tuesday, August 4, 2026
⏰ 4:30 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 350 W. 6th Street, Gilroy, CA

Bring the whole family for an evening of community fun and connection featuring:
🚓 Emergency Vehicles
🎨 Face Painting
🎯 Games & Crafts
🎟️ Raffles
🎵 Music
📸 Photo Booth
🤝 Community Resource Fair
…and much more!

National Night Out is a nationwide event that strengthens police-community partnerships and promotes neighborhood safety. It's a great opportunity to meet local officers, connect with community organizations, and enjoy a fun-filled evening with family and friends.

✅ FREE Family Event

For more information, contact:
📧 [email protected]
📞 408-500-5034

🎉🚔 RESERVA LA FECHA: ¡National Night Out 2026! 🚔🎉

¡Únete al Departamento de Policía de Gilroy y a tus vecinos en el National Night Out, la noche de Estados Unidos contra el crimen!

📅 Martes, 4 de agosto de 2026
⏰ 4:30 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 350 W. 6th Street, Gilroy, CA

Trae a toda la familia para una tarde de diversión y conexión comunitaria que incluye:

🚓 Vehículos de emergencia
🎨 Pintacaras
🎯 Juegos y manualidades
🎟️ Rifas
🎵 Música
📸 Cabina de fotos
🤝 Feria de recursos comunitarios
…¡y mucho más!

National Night Out es un evento a nivel nacional que fortalece las asociaciones entre la policía y la comunidad, y promueve la seguridad en los vecindarios. Es una gran oportunidad para conocer a los oficiales locales, conectarse con organizaciones comunitarias y disfrutar de una tarde llena de diversión con familiares y amigos.

✅ Evento familiar GRATUITO

Para obtener más información, comuníquese con:
📧 [email protected]
📞 408-500-5034

Todavía hay lugares disponibles, ¡regístrate hoy!

Academia Comunitaria de Policía de Gilroy 2026 – ¡Solicitudes Abiertas!

¿Alguna vez te has preguntado cómo es lo que sucede detrás de escena en el Departamento de Policía de Gilroy?

Únete a nuestra Academia Comunitaria de Policía GRATUITA de 10 semanas y obtén una mirada interna a las operaciones policiales, conoce a nuestros oficiales y aprende sobre:

• Operaciones de Patrulla
• División de Tráfico
• Unidad K-9 y Montada
• Unidad de Detectives
• Investigaciones de Escenas del Crimen
• S.W.A.T.
• Negociaciones con Rehenes y más!

Las clases se llevan a cabo en la Sala Comunitaria del Departamento de Policía de Gilroy (7301 Hanna St.) todos los miércoles, entre el 22 de Julio y el 23 de Septiembre de 2026 de 6:00 PM a 9:00 PM

Recoge tu solicitud en el Departamento de Policía de Gilroy, o solicita en línea: cityofgilroy.org/184/Community-Police-Academy.

Envía tu solicitud completada por correo electrónico a [email protected] o entrégala en persona.

¿Preguntas? Llama al 408-846-0525 o envía un correo electrónico a [email protected]

¡El Espacio es limitado!

YOUTH ACADEMY NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS!!

Join the Gilroy Police Department for its 6th annual, week-long Youth Academy where teens between grades 9 and 12 can learn about all things law enforcement! The program will be held from July 13 to July 17, 2026 here at the Gilroy Police Department from 8 am to 3 pm.

Learn how to search for evidence, how to work as a team on patrol, investigate cases, process crime scenes and so much more. Interested in applying? Spots are limited!

Find your school resource officer to get an application or download it from the city website at www.cityofgilroy.org/184/Community-Police-Academy.

We look forward to having you!

Congratulations to Officer Carlos Plascencia on being recognized as Officer of the Year at this year’s Blue & Gold Awards Banquet hosted by the Exchange Club of Gilroy.

This recognition reflects his hard work, professionalism, and dedication to both the department and the community. Officer Plascencia continues to lead by example through his commitment to service and positive attitude.

Congratulations again to Officer Plascencia on this well-deserved recognition and thank you for your continued service to the community.

🏃‍♂️🔥 We’re running for a great cause this Thursday! 🔥🏃‍♀️

Starting at 9 a.m., members of the Gilroy Police Department will head out to carry the torch as part of the Law Enforcement Torch Run, supporting the incredible athletes of the Special Olympics Northern California competing in this year’s games.

Our route will begin at the Police Department before heading north on Hanna Street, east on Sixth Street, and then north on Monterey Road until we reach Masten Avenue, where we will hand the torch off to the next group of runners.

It is an honor to once again be part of this annual event and support the athletes, families, and communities that make the Special Olympics so inspiring.

If you see us along the route, give us a wave and help cheer on the runners! 👋🔥