CHP - West Valley

Please join us in congratulating Lieutenant Jason Lopez on his promotion at CHP West Valley!

Lt. Lopez previously served as our motorcycle sergeant and has now been promoted in place, continuing his leadership and dedication to our community and the Department.

With a recent policy change, Lt. Lopez also becomes the first lieutenant in the California Highway Patrol authorized to ride a Department motorcycle while serving in the rank of lieutenant.

Congratulations, Lieutenant Lopez, on this promotion and historic achievement.

Captain Perry proudly welcomes four new officers to the West Valley Area!

Following their successful completion of 26 weeks of intense training at the CHP Academy in West Sacramento, these officers are ready to hit the highways and begin their field training in West Valley.

Congratulations to these officers and welcome to the West Valley family!

The CHP is actively hiring. Ready to take on the challenge and serve your community? Learn more and apply today at www.chpmadeformore.com.

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During National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week, we recognize the calm voices behind the chaos.

CHP Public Safety Operators and Dispatchers are the first to respond, answering the call in moments of crisis, gathering critical information, and ensuring help gets where it’s needed.

Their work is often unseen, but never unfelt. Every call answered is a life touched, a situation stabilized, and a community made safer.

Thank you to the dedicated professionals who serve with compassion, precision, and unwavering commitment, day and night! 💙

The California Highway Patrol joins the Tulare County Sheriff’s Office in mourning the loss of Deputy Randy Hoppert.

A United States Navy veteran, Deputy Hoppert chose a life of service and continued that commitment in law enforcement, carrying forward a family legacy. He served the people of Tulare County with dedication and purpose, and he will be missed by those who knew him and worked alongside him.

All of us at the CHP are keeping his family, his partners, and his department in our thoughts.

End of Watch: April 9, 2026

🚓 Come visit us at Discovery Cube Los Angeles!🚓

The California Highway Patrol will be at Discovery Cube’s Touch-A-Truck Event from March 28 through April 4, 11 AM – 3 PM daily.

Stop by to check out our patrol vehicle, meet our officers, and learn more about what we do to keep our communities safe.

Bring the family—this is a hands-on experience you won’t want to miss! 👮‍♂️🚔

Come join us at our next FREE Start Smart class on March 27 from 6-8 pm at the CHP West Valley Area office. Space is limited so sign up early. Please call the West Valley office at (747) 373-3000 and ask to speak to Officer Sturges to reserve your spot. You can also email at [email protected].

Speed matters. Drive and ride as if your life depends on it.

Recently, officers from CHP West Valley responded to a solo motorcycle crash on Stunt Rd, north of Schueren Rd in the Santa Monica Mountains. The rider was traveling at an excessive speed while trying to negotiate a curve in the roadway and the rider ultimately went down, striking a guardrail.

The rider suffered major injuries and needed to be airlifted to the hospital.

Canyon roads are unforgiving. Sharp turns, elevation changes, and limited protective barriers leave little room for error. Speed and aggressive riding dramatically increase the risk of serious injury or worse.

We seek to prevent crashes just like this and through the Traffic Alliance Safety Corridors Campaign, CHP is collaborating with the California Office of Traffic Safety to reduce roadway deaths and injuries through public awareness, education, and increased enforcement.

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

Congratulations to CHP West Valley’s newest senior volunteers! Two new members of our Senior Volunteer Program (SVP) were sworn in by Captain Jared Perry and they were welcomed into the CHP family.

Are you 55 or older and looking for a meaningful way to give back? The CHP Senior Volunteer Program offers an opportunity to support your local CHP office and serve your community.

Requirements to Apply:
✅ Age 55 or older
✅ Commit to at least 4 hours per week
✅ Pass a background check
✅ Maintain a good driving record
✅ Complete CHP’s Senior Volunteer Training Program
This statewide program has opportunities at CHP offices near you. Join a dedicated team and make a difference in public safety! For more info, check out the website https://www.chp.ca.gov/Programs-Services/Programs/Senior-Volunteer-Programs

🚨Traffic Stop Leads to Felony Arrests🚨

Excessive speed. Criminal indicators in plain view.

Recently, our West Valley officers stopped a vehicle traveling over 100 mph on SR-118 eastbound, west of I-405. During the stop, officers observed a large bag of suspected ma*****na and suspected nitrous canisters in plain view.

Upon further investigation, officers discovered a loaded firearm, additional controlled substances with evidence of intent to sell, and cash.

🔹 Driver arrested for possession of a controlled substance with intent to sell - Felony
🔹 Passenger arrested for possession of a controlled substance while armed - Felony

Enforcement like this keeps our roadways and our communities safer, even while most are asleep.

Today, on , the California Highway Patrol honors the dedicated men and women who serve our communities with integrity, courage, and commitment.

Every day, CHP officers and professional staff work tirelessly to protect lives, ensure roadway safety, and uphold the public trust across the State of California. Their service often comes with great personal sacrifice, yet their dedication to duty remains unwavering.

We extend our sincere gratitude to all law enforcement professionals, past and present, for their steadfast service and continued commitment to keeping our communities safe!