Novato Police Officers Association

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: Shots fired at deputy after eviction notice served in Porterville.

A photo of the scene shows someone being loaded into an ambulance. This is an all-hands-on-deck situation.

We are working right now to learn and pass along confirmed information.

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Great work by the graveyard shift Officers!

🚨Man Arrested for Auto Theft, Evading, & Conspiracy

Last night (4/5), Novato Police Officers responded to a reported vehicle theft in progress on Arthur Street. Upon arrival, a white sedan drove away from the scene and ran into a patrol vehicle as it exited the area.

Officers attempted a traffic stop, but the suspect fled at high speed into oncoming traffic. The vehicle was later found unoccupied on Pioneer Court after colliding with a parked vehicle. Officers found discarded burglary tools leading toward Pioneer Park, indicating the suspects had fled on foot.

With assistance from the Marin County Sheriff's Office, officers established a perimeter and deployed a drone during the search. One suspect was identified as Eric Ramirez, a 20-year-old Oakland resident and was safely taken into custody. Despite an extensive search, three additional suspects remain outstanding. The recovered vehicle was confirmed to be stolen out of Oakland and towed from the scene.

Eric Ramirez was booked in the Marin County jail for several crimes including auto theft, reckless driving, evading, possessing stolen property, and conspiracy to commit crime. The investigation remains open and is ongoing.

We are thankful the teamwork between our officers and the Marin County Sheriff’s Office as they were able to safely intervene in this situation and potentially stop other crimes from occurring. If anyone has additional information relating to this case, please call 415-897-4361 or email [email protected] and reference case -0879. This is a good reminder to report suspicious activity by calling us immediately. In an emergency, call 9-1-1.

Stay safe Novato!

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Support for Two Injured El Dorado County Deputies - Peace Officers Research Association of California On March 12, 2026, two of our El Dorado County Deputies were shot in the line of duty. Both deputies sustained significant, life-altering injuries and are currently facing an incredibly difficult and long road to recovery. The physical and financial toll of these injuries is immense.

Great work by our members! 🚨

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😡 Please contact the Novato Police Department if you have information 🙏 🐕

Novato Police Department is seeking your assistance with this shooting investigation. If you witnessed something or have any information, no matter how small, please contact the Novato PD. Your tip could be vital 🙏

📞 Contact Novato PD at (415) 897-1122 or email at [email protected]

Man Injured after Shooting on State Route 37 in Novato
Today (2/21) at about 3pm, Marin CHP Dispatch received a 911 call about a person being shot several times found on the southside of State Route 37 between US 101 and Atherton Ave in Novato. The victim, a 50-year-old Novato resident, was transported to a local hospital in critical condition with several gunshot wounds. A portion of eastbound SR 37 was closed for several hours due to the investigation. Novato Police Detectives and crime scene investigators gathered evidence. Preliminary information suggests this incident was isolated and there is no immediate danger to the public. The investigation is open and active. The victim is expected to survive.

We are requesting motorists who travelled on State Route 37 between US 101 and Atherton Ave, at around 3pm today, who recall seeing anything suspicious, to please contact Novato Police Dispatch at (415) 897-1122, email [email protected], or text “Tip Novato” to 888-777.

Great work by all involved! 🚓

Welcome to the family Officer Wax! 🚓 💙

Update: 9:25 am Ongoing Search of Hamilton Coast Guard Housing
Teams of uniformed tactical officers continue to search the Hamilton Coast Guard Housing area. Due to the large area, including dozens of vacant homes, the search continues.

Coast Guard Housing Residents are advised to remain indoors and call 911 if they see any suspicious people in the area.

Please refer to the map for the search area.
We appreciate residents’ patience while we continue the search.

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Officers Searching Hamilton Coast Guard Housing
Due to overnight reports of shots heard in the Hamilton Coast Guard Housing, Novato Police Department with the help of the Marin Regional Crisis Response Unit and Coast Guard officials, will be searching the Hamilton Coast Guard Housing area.

Teams of uniformed officers will be searching the area.

Coast Guard Housing residents are advised to remain indoors and call 911 if they see any suspicious people in the area.

Please refer to the map for the search area.
We will provide periodic updates about this incident.

Our condolences go out to the Alhambra Police Department as they mourn the loss of Officer Sanders. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family, friends, and the entire Alhambra Police Department during this difficult time.

It is with profound sadness that we share the passing of Alhambra Police Officer Alec Sanders, who died in an on-duty motor vehicle accident while involved in a vehicle pursuit.

Officer Sanders was a dedicated public servant, a trusted partner, and a caring friend. His unwavering reliability and deep sense of discipline left a lasting impact on all who had the honor of serving alongside him.

Please keep his family, loved ones, and the entire Alhambra Police Department in your thoughts and prayers during this incredibly difficult time.