Pasadena Police Department

A 51-year-old Pasadena man, Dany Colo – Ramirez, was arrested after assaulting a relative and attempting to strike police officers with a chair. Officers responded to the 700 block of Merit Drive around 6:52 a.m. to find the suspect breaking an exterior window with a chair during the incident.

Three new officers, Isaac Mendez, Loris Volery, and Kevin Martinez, joined the Pasadena Police Department after completing a six-month basic law enforcement academy in Orange County. They graduated July 9 from the Orange County Sheriff’s Regional Training Academy, having received training in criminal law, patrol procedures, defensive tactics, firearms, and community-oriented policing.

Thieves have stolen rooftop air-conditioning units from multiple Pasadena businesses to harvest valuable copper parts. At least six businesses, including a bakery and a pet hospital, have been affected, leaving them without air-conditioning.

The Pasadena Police Department will host its 30th annual National Night Out at Jefferson Park on August 4, inviting residents and community groups to a 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. event. The community-building campaign, established in 1984, aims to strengthen partnerships between police and the public.

The Pasadena Police Department will conduct a special enforcement operation on July 10 targeting drivers violating California’s hands-free cell phone law by holding or using phones while driving. Officers will enforce Vehicle Code Section 23123, which prohibits holding phones for communication or app use, allowing only hands-free operation.

Pasadena Police Department officer Hailey Saurenman was honored by Mothers Against Drunk Driving for making at least 25 impaired-driving arrests in a year, qualifying for the organization's 23152 Pin. The award was presented at the 2026 Law Enforcement and Prosecutor Awards ceremony in Los Angeles.

The Pasadena Human Relations Commission will prioritize tracking hate incidents with the Pasadena Police Department, planning for the 2028 Olympic Games, and co-sponsoring an anti-hate week in October as part of its 2026-2027 work plan. The plan includes three broad objectives and updates to its presentation calendar.

A review of Pasadena Police Department data from Flock camera automated license plate readers found that 70% of searches targeted specific license plates linked to investigations, while the remaining searches used vehicle descriptions like color or make.

Pasadena police will conduct a distracted-driving enforcement operation on Friday, July 10, targeting drivers violating California’s hands-free cell phone law. Officers will focus on motorists holding phones or electronic devices while driving, with violations carrying fines and increased penalties for repeat offenses.

Pasadena police responded to 178 fireworks-related calls during the July 4 holiday period, with 111 calls on Independence Day alone. Authorities seized 15 pounds of fireworks and issued eight citations, compared to 10 citations in a prior period.

Pasadena Police Department K-9 Chase, a Springer Spaniel, retired after nine years of service. During his career, he helped seize millions in cash, hundreds of firearms, and large quantities of illegal narcotics.

Most government offices and financial markets in Pasadena will be closed on July 3 due to Independence Day, but police, fire departments, banks, and trash collection will remain operational. The federal executive branch is observing the holiday on July 3 because Independence Day falls on July 4, a Saturday.

Multiple Pasadena city buildings were vandalized with graffiti containing vulgar language and gang-related references early Monday morning. The affected sites included the Pasadena Police Department, Courthouse parking structure, Permit Center, and City Hall, according to Pasadena Police Lieutenant Anthony Russo.

Pasadena Police Department members won medals at the United States Police and Fire Championships in San Diego, competing in Brazilian jiu-jitsu, soccer, and bowling. The department's defensive tactics team placed second among 36 agencies, and three gold medalists won their championship matches by submission, including Officer Inga Woiwode, who earned her eighth consecutive gold medal.

Pasadena City Hall and administrative offices will close on July 3 for Independence Day, while essential emergency services remain operational. Police and fire departments will maintain patrol and emergency services, but their administrative offices will be closed. Public services and transit routes may operate on adjusted schedules.

The Pasadena Police Department recruited Marines and Sailors at a hiring fair at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton in June to discuss law enforcement careers. The event, held from June 3 to 5, targeted active-duty service members, veterans, and military families.

An 86-year-old woman was assaulted late Monday night at a bus stop in Pasadena by a 26-year-old woman who approached her from behind. Police were alerted by pedestrians and responded to the incident near Hill Avenue and Colorado Boulevard.

A video from a September 2025 shooting inside the Pasadena Police Department parking garage revealed two officers engaging in 'unsafe, out-of-policy horseplay' with loaded firearms, resulting in one discharging a weapon and seriously wounding a colleague. The incident underscores calls for rigorous training and accountability in policing.

The Public Safety Committee will receive an informational report on a 2025 officer-involved shooting between two Pasadena police officers, which left one officer wounded and resulted in the firing of Officer Roy Alatorre. Police Chief Eugene Harris announced new evidence has triggered a fresh investigation into the case, leading to the postponement of a scheduled interview.

A new investigation has been launched into a Pasadena police officer shooting by a colleague, prompted by a witness providing additional information, according to the city's police chief.

New evidence in a September 2025 officer-involved shooting that wounded a Pasadena police officer has prompted a fresh investigation and placed involved officers on administrative leave. The Pasadena Police Department released video footage showing 'unsafe and out-of-policy horseplay involving loaded firearms' inside the department's parking structure.

Councilmember Tyron Hampton plans to meet with Police Chief Eugene Harris to discuss an incident where a Pasadena police officer accidentally shot a fellow officer during horseplay with loaded firearms. Hampton also intends to address the issue in an upcoming public safety meeting, focusing on accountability and potential technology changes.

The Pasadena Police Department released a video showing an officer shooting another officer in a parking structure. The author argues against labeling the incident as an 'accidental' shooting, suggesting it was a negligent discharge involving officers who were unprepared.

Pasadena's Human Relations Commission will review its progress in anti-hate programming, including expanded United Against Hate Week events and a public feedback survey, during a Special Annual Meeting on June 16 at the Jackie Robinson Community Center. The meeting will assess accomplishments and plan future initiatives based on hate incident data from the Pasadena Police Department.

A Pasadena police officer was accidentally shot by a colleague during an incident of 'unsafe, out-of-policy horseplay' in a parking garage. Dash camera footage showed one officer drawing his weapon at another, leading to an accidental discharge that injured the standing officer. The officer who fired was later fired, while the injured officer has recovered and remains employed.

A former Pasadena police officer who accused the city’s police chief of sexual harassment and later recanted the claim under oath lost her discrimination lawsuit and was ordered to pay the city $40,000 in legal fees. The case, filed in 2024, was dismissed in February, and the fee award was issued in June.

A Pasadena police officer was shot by a fellow officer during an incident the department described as 'horse play,' leading to the officer's firing. The mayor condemned the behavior as 'unacceptable.'

The City of Pasadena won a lawsuit against Taisyn Crutchfield, a former Pasadena Police Department employee, who alleged gender and race-based discrimination and harassment. The trial court dismissed all claims and ordered her to pay $40,000 in attorneys' fees and costs.

A California police officer accidentally shot a fellow officer during an incident involving horseplay. The incident occurred within the Pasadena Police Department.

A dashcam video shows a Pasadena police officer being accidentally shot by a fellow officer during an incident described by the police chief as 'horseplay'. The incident occurred in Pasadena, California.

A Pasadena police officer was accidentally shot by a fellow officer during an incident described as 'horseplay' by the police chief. The event was captured on dashcam video.

A Pasadena police officer was accidentally shot by a fellow officer during an incident described as 'horseplay' by the police chief. The event was captured on dashcam video.

A Pasadena police officer was accidentally shot by a fellow officer during an incident described by the police chief as 'horseplay'. The event was captured on dashcam video, which shows the unintended shooting.

A Pasadena police officer was accidentally shot by a fellow officer during a 'horseplay' incident, as captured in a dashcam video. The police chief described the event as resulting from playful behavior between the officers.

A Pasadena police officer shot a colleague during an incident of 'horseplay' in the department's parking lot. The police department has released a video of the event.

A Pasadena police officer shot a colleague during an incident of 'horseplay' in the department parking lot, as confirmed by the police chief. The department has released a video related to the event.

A Pasadena police officer was accidentally shot by a fellow officer during an incident described as 'horseplay' by the police chief. Dashcam video of the incident has been released.

A Pasadena police officer was wounded by another officer last year during an incident involving firearms horseplay, as described by Police Chief Gene Harris as 'unsafe and out-of-policy.' Video footage shows one officer driving toward others before a firearm was drawn and discharged.

The Pasadena Police Department added K-9 Seeka, a 1-year-old Labrador Retriever trained for tracking and trailing, who is working on certification to locate missing individuals and suspects. Officer Daniel Velasquez, who previously worked with retired K-9 Edo, is training Seeka. Edo, who served seven years with the department, assisted in apprehending suspects and seizing over $300,000.

A 63-year-old motorist was knocked unconscious in an unprovoked assault after another driver flashed high beams at him in Pasadena. The incident occurred around 1 a.m. on Raymond Avenue near Washington Boulevard.