Indian Wells, CA
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- This form should be used to report non-emergency property. Do not use this form to report auto theft, traffic collisions, or assaults. If your incident is an emergency, please call 911 immediately.
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Indian Wells’ dedicated police deputies from the Riverside County Sheriff’s Department patrol our community every day, responding to calls for service. The Indian Wells Police Department keeps our residents safe through:
- Service 24/7, 365 days per year
- Two full-time Special Enforcement Team officers
- One full-time motor enforcement officer
- Helicopter support when needed
- Emergency response SWAT team
- Regional surge response capabilities during times of crisis
- Investigative services
Important Contact Information
NOTE: Calls for Service to the Sheriff's department are prioritized according to the information provided to dispatch at the time of the call.
- Emergencies: 911
- Use 9-1-1 for emergencies involving imminent danger to life and/or property. This is a 24-hour number.
- Non-Emergencies: (760) 836-3215, ext. 5
- This number will connect you to the Riverside County Sheriff Department Dispatch Center. Use this non-emergency number to report a crime, suspicious activities, suspicious persons or suspicious vehicles. This is a 24-hour number. Please be patient as emergency calls are given priority.
- Non-Emergencies, Toll-Free: (800) 950-2444
- This non-emergency number is available toll-free to callers from all 50 states & will take callers to the Riverside Sheriff Dispatch Center.
- Poison Control Center: (800) 876-4766
- Call poison control if you suspect a poisoning has occurred. Verifying with a certified professional is better than guessing; swift action could save a life. Poison control assistance is available 24 hours a day with free expert guidance.
- For General Questions and Records: (760) 836-1600
- The Riverside County Sheriff’s Department (Palm Desert Station) is available to answer your general questions and record requests. Use this number to receive information, get copies of past reports, inquire about lost/found property or share public comments and/or information. Available 8 a.m.-5 p.m. (Monday-Friday). If your call constitutes an emergency, please dial 911.
- Report a Non-Emergency Property Crime
- This form should be used to report non-emergency property crimes. Do not use this form to report auto theft, traffic collisions or assaults. If your incident is an emergency, please call 911 immediately.
Community Oriented Policing
The Indian Wells Police Department embraces the concept of Community-Oriented Policing, a philosophy of full-service, personalized policing where the same officer is assigned to a specific geographical area on a permanent basis. The focus of community-oriented policing is not simply on responding to crime but on preventing and resolving community issues. The philosophy rests on the belief that the police and the community must work together as partners to solve the contemporary challenges faced in today's society.
Community-oriented police officers are empowered with the autonomy and freedom to act as needed in order to implement and participate in community-based problem-solving efforts. Officers work closely with other organizations and community groups to educate community members about potential hazards they may encounter and how to reduce the likelihood of becoming a victim of crime; to identify the problems, concerns and fears of community members; to identify and eliminate hazards that may promote crime or disorder; and to improve the overall quality of life in the community.
As with all community-oriented programs, a good working relationship with those who live and work in these areas is essential for success. Please feel free to call Lieutenant Schiavone at (760) 836-1600, who can arrange for you to meet with the deputies working in your area.
Traffic Division
The Indian Wells motorcycle enforcement officer performs several different functions. Their primary function is to enforce traffic laws as defined by the California Vehicle Code with a goal of making our roadways safe for all commuters. Secondly, they are tasked with investigating major traffic collisions that occur within the City of Indian Wells. On rare occasions, investigations include vehicular manslaughter and homicide cases. Finally, Traffic Services is responsible for developing traffic plans for all major events held in Indian Wells.
The City's motorcycle officers are the most visible part of this traffic enforcement function, but all marked Indian Wells police cars do conduct traffic enforcement when possible.
Education
Community education is a key component of crime prevention and is one of the main focuses. Through these programs, residents of all ages can partner with the Sheriff’s Department to keep themselves and the community safe.