07/02/2025
It is with profound sorrow that the California Highway Patrol announces the line-of-duty death of Officer Miguel Cano, ID 23555.
In the early morning hours of July 2, 2025, at approximately 0028 hours, Officer Cano, faithfully serving the West Los Angeles Area, suffered a suspected medical emergency while on patrol. Tragically, his vehicle left the roadway and collided with a tree.
Emergency personnel responded without delay, and Officer Cano was transported to Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center. Despite exhaustive life-saving measures, he was pronounced deceased at 0140 hours.
Officer Cano was a dedicated public servant who embodied the values of courage, commitment, and compassion. His service to the people of California will never be forgotten.
He is survived by his loving wife and devoted parents. The California Highway Patrol offers its deepest condolences to Officer Cano’s family, friends, and fellow officers. We honor the legacy of a hero who gave his all in service to others.
01/05/2025
🚨 ALERTA DE ESTAFA 🚨
Estafadores telefónicos se están haciendo pasar por representantes de AMBER Alert, ofreciendo “registrar” a sus hijos. Solicitan información confidencial y pedirán reunirse en su hogar. ¡Esto NO es cómo funciona el sistema de AMBER Alert!
🔹 La Patrulla de Caminos de California (CHP) es la única agencia autorizada para activar AMBER Alerts—no se requiere registro.
🔹 Nunca proporcione información personal ni responda llamadas de números desconocidos o etiquetados como “posible estafa”.
🔹 Si ha sido contactado por un estafador, repórtelo de inmediato a la agencia de policía local.
¡Manténgase informado y protéjase!
11/28/2024
Happy Thanksgiving from the California Highway Patrol!
As we gather with family and friends to celebrate this season of gratitude, the California Highway Patrol wishes everyone a joyful and safe Thanksgiving.
Whether you're traveling near or far, please remember:
- Buckle up every time you’re on the road.
- Drive sober and stay alert—designate a driver if needed.
- Be mindful of increased holiday traffic and allow extra time to reach your destination.
Let’s work together to ensure everyone arrives safely at their destination.
From our CHP family to yours, have a Happy Thanksgiving! Stay safe and enjoy the festivities.
11/15/2024
Today, the California Highway Patrol welcomes 121 new officers to our ranks. Preceding the badge presentation, the Commissioners conduct a customary uniform inspection of each cadet to ensure their readiness for officer responsibilities.
05/27/2024
This Memorial Day, we take a moment to honor and remember the brave men and women who have given their lives in service to our country. The California Highway Patrol invites you to join us in paying tribute to these fallen heroes and celebrating their enduring legacy of courage and sacrifice.
As we commemorate this special day, we urge everyone to prioritize road safety. Let's honor the memory of our heroes by making responsible decisions, adhering to traffic laws, and remaining vigilant while driving. Enjoy the holiday weekend with a commitment to safety and respect for those who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom.
02/29/2024
Cadets Episode 7 Now Streaming, watch here: https://youtu.be/gid4o0xSu98
The Cadets of CTC 1-22 watch with pride, anticipation, and hope as their senior counterparts graduate and become officers. They embark on intensive and mission-critical DUI enforcement training and learn live-saving skills during EMS training. The stress of the high speed track gets to be too much for some cadets as they strap in and learn how to safely and effectively drive patrol cars at pursuit speeds.
Learn more about a career with the California Highway Patrol and apply today at CHPMadeForMore.com
Officer pay starts at $117,000 with upward mobility.
Cadets Episode 7 - Transition
The Cadets of CTC 1-22 watch with pride, anticipation, and hope as their senior counterparts graduate and become officers. They embark on intensive and missi...