The West Covina Police Department will be implementing temporary procedures in response to the current COVID-19 concerns to lessen the exposure risk. Although some changes will be made, the safety of the public has been and will continue to be the priority of the West Covina Police Department; officers will continue patrolling the city and assisting the public.
The changes that will take effect March 16, 2020 include:
• The WCPD front lobby will be closed until further notice to help lessen the chance of exposure to the community and department personnel.
• Non-emergency reports such as forger y, harassing phone calls, identity theft, lost property, non-injury hit and run, property damage, thefts, vandalisms, vehicle burglaries, vehicle tampering, or supplemental reports can be completed online at www.wcpd.org by clicking the “Online” section or over the phone by calling 626-939-8557.
• The WCPD Volunteer and Explorer programs are suspended until further notice to lessen their chances of exposure.
• Vacation House Checks will also be suspended until further notice to lessen the chances of exposure of department personnel.
• Individuals needing services such as obtaining a copy of a police report or vehicle release can call the WCPD Records division (626-939-8540) to be assisted.
• The station and Records division will increase staffing to assist the public with records inquires and completing telephone reports.
These changes are temporary and will be re-evaluated on April 13, 2020 to ensure the safety of the public and department personnel. Individuals with any further questions about these changes may call the station at 626-939-8557 or visit our department’s website.
Anyone wanting to obtain current information about COVID-19 and preventive measures can visit the Centers of Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) website (www.cdc.gov) to learn more.
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Information released by:
West Covina Police Department
Community Relations Officer Alexus Napoles
1444 West Garvey Avenue
West Covina, CA 91790
626 939-8500
Web: www.wcpd.org
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