HERCULES POLICE DEPARTMENT
2022
Hercules Police DepartmentVision Statement
We focus on beingprofessional and compassionate while committing to public safety.
Hercules Police Department Core Values
Loyalty
Duty
Respect
Service
Perseverance
Integrity
Humility
Core Values- Tips of the Star: LDRSHIP
Loyalty- Committed to our community
Duty- To uphold the law
Respect- Treat everyone equally
Service- Meeting the needs of the public
Humility- We demonstrate modesty and dignity
Integrity- We consciously do the right thing to defend against corruption Perseverance- Never give up for the good of the department and the community
Promotions & Retirements
July 2022- Joshua Goldstein was hired as a Police Officer October 2022- Chief William Imboden Retired
October 2022- Joseph Vasquez appointed to Chief
October 2022- Mory Saengsourith appointed to Detective
November 2022- Illeana Gutierrez was hired as a full time Police Support Specialist January 2023- Chun Kim appointed to Commander
February 2023- Chris Costa appointed to Sergeant
February 2023- Karson Kauffroath, Michael Thompson and Chris Hallford were all appointed to Corporal February 2023- Kevin Bassi was hired as a Police Officer May 2023- Jose Moreno is currently scheduled to be appointed to Sergeant May 2023- Ezra Tafesse will be appointed to Detective Sergeant June 2023- Dan Barazoto will be retiring
Report Management System
After three years of collaborating with two other local law enforcement agencies and multiple vendors, we finally obtained our new Report Management System, RIMS.
RIMS allows for in-field reporting and can keep our department in compliance with new legislation, such as RIPA (Racial Identifying Profiling Act) and CIBRS (California Incident Based Reporting System).
We are currently in the process of negotiating a new five-year contract with our Tri-City consortium, which is currently working off a one-year extension from the original five-year contract.
2022 Statistics
Part 1 & 2 Crimes: 1445
Arrests: 528
Traffic Violations: 902
Significant Cases
Fraud Via Used of Stolen Access Cards and Possession of Skimmers: On December 1, 2022, at 6:56 am, officers were dispatched to Bank of America at 1611 Sycamore Ave. for a fraud in progress. Bank of America Security called to report that there were subjects at the ATM using fraudulent debit cards to steal money from the bank. Officers arrived on scene located two subjects at the ATM. One subject ran to the rear of Big Lots and was detained. The subject who ran was determined to be a 30-year-old male, and the other subject was a 29-year-old subject, both were from Southern California. Both subjects were determined to be on a crime spree and wanted in numerous cities for skimming and using stolen EBT debit cards. The subjects had approximately $18,000 in cash on them and approximately 55 stolen debit cards. Both were transported to MDF. H22-01342
Significant Cases
Attempted Burglary: On December 13, 2022, at 3:15am, and officer conducted a pedestrian stop on a subject standing near a broken window at the Zaiqa Restaurant located at 848 Willow Ave. The officer observed the suspect was wearing clothing that matched video surveillance footage from two other prior burglaries at restaurants in Hercules. DOB-2/2/84 The subject was determined to be a 38-year-old transient out of Oakland, and he was taken into custody without incident. A records check of the subject revealed he had an open case for burglary in Oakland and he was a suspect in multiple burglaries in the City of San Pablo. He was found to be in possession of a window punch and a chisel. The subject was booked at MDF for two counts of burglary, attempted burglary, and possession of burglary tools H22-1390.
Community EngagementCoffee with a Cop
We have thoroughly enjoyed connecting with our community through Coffee with a Cop.
Keep an eye on our Facebook and Instagram to see when our next event will be.
We have also recently added weekends to our calendar!
Community Engagement
Reading Across America National Night Out 4th of July Fireworks
Community Engagement
Community EngagementBreakfast with a Badge
This was the Hercules Police Department’s first-time hosting Breakfast with a Badge. We were honored to serve breakfast to over one hundred seniors. We hope to make this an annual event!
Community Engagement Citizen’s Police Academy
Our first Citizen’s Police Academy in three years was highly successful. Over 20 citizens participated over the course of eight weeks.
Organization Chart
Future Challenges
Restrictive and Time-Consuming Legislation
Hiring- Lack of Qualified Applicants
Retention/Opportunities
Youth/Growing Pains
Resources/Facilities
True Succession Plan
Traffic Issues- San Pablo Ave, Sycamore Ave, Refugio Valley Road
Future Events
Breaking Bread With A Badge – April 20, 2023
Team Building – May 1-4, 2023
Commander Collard will attend the FBI National Academy in Quantico VA. – Fall 2023 $20,000 Officer Wellness Grant was received. It has been used to purchase new gym equipment and will go towards Peer Support Training and revamping our Officer Wellness Program In the process of receiving a $115,000 grant through the Office of Traffic and Safety (OTS). These funds will be used for a new traffic trailer, DUI check point, and target traffic enforcement such as speeding, stop sign, and traffic signal violations Working towards reinstating the Special Response Team (SRT) Mutual Aid Patrol
Addition of a 4th Detective
Mission StatementServing with HonorThank you