Milpitas Police

🌸☀️ First Day of Spring ☀️🌸 Longer days, warmer weather, and a fresh start is here. As flowers begin to bloom and the sun sticks around a little longer, it’s a great reminder that brighter days are ahead. Just like spring, our officers are out every day, growing, adapting, and working to keep our community safe. 🌼 If you were a flower, what would you be? 🌷🌻🌹 #FirstDayOfSpring #SpringVibes #HelloSpring

Recess with a Cop ⚽️🥅🛝 @ Stratford School Last Thursday, Sergeant Smith, SRO Wutzke, Ofc. Padilla, and members of the Milpitas Fire Department hit the playground again for Recess with a Cop at Stratford School. From running around the playground to passing out stickers and high-fives, nothing but smiles were seen across campus. Our goals with Recess with a Cop are to: •Connect with the children of our community ✅ •Build positive relationships ✅ •Create fun, memorable events ✅ Thank you, Stratford School for the warm welcome and hospitality. We enjoyed getting to know everyone! Want Recess with the Cops at your school? Contact Ofc. Padilla at mpadilla@milpitas.gov to make it happen! #RecessWithTheCops #CommunityPolicing #MilpitasPD #StratfordSchool

🚨🚓Weekend DUI Checkpoint Alert🚓🚨 The Milpitas Police Department Traffic Safety Unit will be conducting a DUI/Driver’s License Checkpoint on Saturday, March 21, 2026, from 8:00 PM to 3:00 AM at undisclosed location in Milpitas. With the arrival of the warm spring season, we see an increase in both outdoor gatherings and alcohol consumption, which can unfortunately lead to a rise in accidents. Please remember: Don’t Drink and Drive. If you plan to enjoy a drink this weekend, make sure to have a designated driver, use ride-share services, or take public transportation.🚫🍺 #DontDrinkAndDrive #DriveSober #DUIprevention

☘️Happy St. Patrick’s Day!☘️ Celebrate the luck of the Irish and wear the green, enjoy the festivities, and make smart choices. If your celebration includes alcohol, plan a safe ride home, choose a designated driver, or plan a rideshare. A little planning goes a long way in keeping our roads and community safe. Look out for one another, celebrate responsibly, and have a fun and safe St. Patrick’s Day! ☘️👮‍♂️🚦 #MilpitasPD #MilpitasCA #StPatricksDay

** A Snapshot of Police Activity from This Weekend** On Friday, March 13, at 10:23 AM, a dayshift officer stopped a 38-year-old Milpitas resident near the 40-Block of S. Park Victoria Dr. The subject had multiple warrants for vandalism, assault, and a failure to appear, totaling $85,000. He was arrested and booked into jail for his warrants and drug-related charges. On Friday, March 13, at 2:43 PM, a swing shift officer contacted a 47-year-old Milpitas resident near the 800-Block of Sinclair Frontage Rd. The subject had an outstanding warrant for theft and was booked into jail for his warrant and being in possession of drug paraphernalia. On Friday, March 13, at 11:09 PM, a midnight shift officer stopped a vehicle near the 10-Block of S. Milpitas Bl. for a traffic violation. The driver, a 32-year-old San Jose resident, was arrested and booked into jail for fraud-related charges and a restraining order violation. On Saturday, March 14, at 11:17AM, officers contacted a 45-year-old Milpitas resident near the 90-Block of Dempsey Rd. The subject had a warrant for burglary out of Milpitas. She was arrested and booked into jail. On Saturday, March 14, at 10:54 PM, a midnight shift officer contacted a 47-year-old San Jose resident near the 850-Block of Sinclair Frontage Rd. The subject had multiple felony warrants for robbery, a failure to appear, and for theft. He was arrested and booked into jail for his warrants. On Sunday, March 15, at 11:47 PM, officers responded to an audible alarm near the 390-Block of Barber Lane where the suspect fled prior to the officers’ arrival. About an hour later, officers were conducting patrol check in a neighboring parking lot and contacted a suspicious vehicle loitering in the area. One of the passengers, was immediately recognized as the suspect seen in surveillance footage from the burglary. The 44-year-old from Santa Clara was arrested and booked into jail for the burglary.

🎉🌈 Color, Community, and a Great Cause! Last Saturday, our officers joined community members at Cardoza Park to celebrate the vibrant spirit of Holi , the festival of colors that brings people together in joy, unity, and celebration. From bright colors in the air to smiles all around, it was an incredible day connecting with our community. We were also proud to support a great cause through our “Cover Our Cruiser” fundraiser. Thanks to everyone who stopped by, tossed some color, and helped make a difference! 💙 All proceeds go toward supporting the Special Olympics of Northern California, helping provide opportunities for athletes of all abilities. Thank you for spreading color, kindness, and inclusion with us. We love celebrating alongside this amazing community! 🌈 #Holi #HoliFestival #CoverTheCruiser #SpecialOlympics #MilpitasPD

**A Snapshot of Weekend Police Activity** On Saturday, March 7, at 1:15 AM, a midnight shift officer stopped a bicyclist near the 1200-Block of Great Mall Pkwy for a traffic violation. The bicyclist, a 36-year-old from Milpitas, was arrested for a burglary warrant, drug possession, and theft since the bicycle was stolen. He was booked into jail. On Saturday, March 7, at 5:24 AM, officers responded to the 1250-Block of Milkweed St, for a vehicle that drove into a retaining wall. Luckily, nobody was seriously injured, but the driver, a 25-year-old from Milpitas, was arrested and booked into jail for DUI. On Saturday, March 7, at 3:10 PM, an officer attempted to stop two suspects stealing from the Great Mall. The suspects initially fled but were quickly caught. Both suspects, a 25-year-old from Fremont and 21-year-old from San Francisco, were arrested for organized retail theft and resisting arrest. On Sunday, March 8, at 1:28 AM, a midnight shift officer contacted a 39-year-old from San Jose near the 90-Block of Dempsey Rd. The suspect, who had a felony warrant for identity theft, was arrested and booked into jail for their warrant and drug-related charges. On Sunday, March 8, at 6:20 AM, officers responded to the 600-Block of E. Capitol Av for a driver asleep behind the wheel and contacted a 30-year-old from San Jose. She was arrested and booked into jail for driving under the influence of alcohol and resisting arrest.

👮‍♀️👮‍♀️ Celebrating Women’s History Month! 👮‍♀️👮‍♀️ This month, we proudly recognize the incredible women who help make the Milpitas Police Department what it is today. Women make up 37% of our workforce, serving in a wide range of roles including police officers, detectives, supervisors, field training officers, SWAT team members, K-9 handlers, communications dispatchers, and professional staff. Their leadership, dedication, and commitment to service strengthen our department and help keep our community safe every day. Thank you to all the amazing women here, past and present, for the impact you make both inside the department and throughout our community! 💙 #WomensHistoryMonth #MilpitasPD #MilpitasCA

Happy Read Across America Week!! 📚🏫 This week, Sgt. Smith, SRO Wutzke, Ofc. Sanchez, and Ofc. Padilla visited Randall Elementary School in celebration of Read Across America Week, a nationwide initiative led by the National Education Association that encourages a love of reading and lifelong learning for children of all ages. Moments like these are all about inspiring young minds, celebrating diverse stories, and reinforcing the importance of reading in and out of the classroom. By bringing books to life and sharing reading time together, we wanted to show students that reading isn't just an assignment, its an adventure!! We enjoyed all the thoughtful questions, the laughter, and of course handing out plenty of stickers. Thank you to the incredible staff and students at Randall Elementary for always welcoming us with open arms. We're already looking forward to the next chapter 📖✨

🥋💪 Milpitas S.A.F.E. Self-Defense Class Recap! Last Saturday, we hosted our second Milpitas S.A.F.E. Self-Defense Class, and our participants came ready to learn!! 👏 They didn’t just watch, they got hands on. From powerful striking drills to ground defense techniques and practicing strong, assertive verbal commands, everyone brought great energy and focus. Stepping outside your comfort zone isn’t easy, but our community showed up ready to learn, grow, and build confidence together. That’s what this program is all about. 💙 Missed this one? Don’t worry! Future classes will be here, and we’d love to see you at the next one. Stay tuned! #MilpitasPD #Milpitas #SelfDefense

**A Snapshot of Weekend Police Activity** On Friday, February 27, at 2:49 PM, officers responded to the Great Mall for a theft from a store. One of the suspects, a 19-year-old from Pittsburg, was arrested and booked into jail for organized retail theft. The second suspect, a 28-year-old from Antioch, was in possession of a loaded firearm. He was arrested and booked into jail for organized retail theft and firearms-related charges. On Sunday, March 1, at 12:11 AM, officers responded to the 300-Block of Boulder St for the report of a vehicle that hit an unoccupied parked car. The driver, a 24-year-old Milpitas resident, had almost double the legal limit of alcohol in their system and was arrested and booked into jail for DUI. On Sunday, March 1, at 4:38 AM, officers responded to the 1700-Block of S. Main St. for a vandalism after a suspect slashed the victim's tires to their vehicle. Officers quickly responded and contacted the suspect nearby. The suspect, a 42-year-old from San Jose, was arrested for vandalism. On Sunday, March 1, at 6:51 PM, officers responded to the Great Mall for a theft from a store. The suspect initially fled, but officers quickly took him into custody. The suspect, a 46-year-old from Oakland, was arrested and booked into jail for theft, narcotics violations, and resisting arrest. On Monday, March 2, at 03:40 AM, a midnight shift officer stopped a vehicle for a traffic violation near the 2001-Block of Lee Way. One suspect, a 23-year-old old from San Jose was in possession of stolen mail. She was arrested and booked into jail for multiple theft-related charges and possession of burglary tools. The second suspect, a 31-year-old from San Jose, was also arrested for mail theft and narcotics violations.

**REMINDER** Back by Popular Demand! Free Women’s Self-Defense Class! 👮‍♀️ Ready to feel empowered and confident? We are offering another free Basic Self-Defense Class for Women on Saturday, February 28, 2026, from 9 AM to 3 PM! Join our instructors to learn practical skills like staying aware of your surroundings, using your voice to stay safe, calming tense situations, and basic self-defense techniques, including strikes, kicks, and grappling. 👉 Eligibility Requirements: • Must live, work, or attend school in Milpitas • Must be a woman 18 or older, or 16–17 years old attending with a female parent/guardian over the age of 18 • Must attend the entire class ✨ SCAN THE QR CODE TO REGISTER or VISIT eventbrite.com/e/free-basic-s… Attendance is limited to 15 participants to ensure personalized, one-on-one training. #MilpitasPD #SelfDefense #Milpitas

Recess with the Cops 🏀🏈⚽️ @ Randall Elementary Who says recess is just for kids!?! Yesterday, officers from our Police Community Relations Unit and Patrol Division hit the blacktop again for Recess with a Cop at Randall Elementary School. From shooting hoops and tossing the football, to an all-out game of tag, it was non-stop energy, laughs, and fun! Our goals with Recess with a Cop is to: •Connect with the children of our community ✅ •Build positive relationships ✅ •Create fun, memorable events ✅ Thank you, Randall Elementary for welcoming us with open arms. We had a blast! Want Recess with the Cops at your school? Contact Ofc. Padilla at mpadilla@milpitas.gov to make it happen! #RecessWithTheCops #CommunityPolicing #MilpitasPD #RobertRandall

Protecting our community when it matters most!!🚨🔥 Last Saturday at about 3:13 PM, our Dispatch Center received a call from residents trapped inside a burning apartment near the 550 block of S. Park Victoria Drive. Flames were spreading quickly through the building, and the callers were sheltering on a second-story patio, asking for help. Dispatchers immediately coordinated police and fire response. In less than two minutes, Officer Barragan and Officer Hartley arrived to find the apartment fully engulfed, with smoke and flames pushing outward as the family waited above. With the fire intensifying, the officers quickly assessed the situation and began communicating with the family on the patio. Working together, they guided the parents through the unimaginable, safely dropping their 3-year-old child down to waiting officers below. Moments later, the family dog was also dropped safely. Milpitas Fire personnel arrived shortly after and assisted the remaining residents off the patio, ensuring everyone was safely accounted for. We are incredibly thankful for the calm and courage shown by the residents during such a terrifying moment, and for the seamless teamwork between our dispatchers, officers, and fire personnel. We are grateful to report that no one was seriously injured. 👏🚓🚒

**A Snapshot of Weekend Police Activity** On Friday, February 20, at 10:40 PM, officers responded to a fight near the 400-Block of Dixon Landing Dr. and stopped an involved vehicle fleeing the area. The driver, a 30-year-old from Fresno, was arrested for DUI. On Saturday, February 21, at 2:37 PM, officers responded to the 800-Block of Towne Dr. for a vehicle running stop signs and doing “donuts.” The driver, a 19-year-old from Newark, was arrested for DUI and reckless driving. On Sunday, February 22, at 3:14 PM, officers responded to the 1-Block of Technology Dr. for a suspicious person loitering near a construction area. Officers contacted a 34-year-old from San Jose, and he was arrested for possession of narcotics with prior drug convictions. On Sunday, February 22, at 4:15 PM, officers contacted a 32-year-old from Fremont at the Great Mall. The suspect had multiple warrants for theft and narcotics and was arrested and booked into jail. On Monday, February 23, at 2:55 AM, officers responded to the 1800-Block of Houret Ct. for an alarm activation at a residence under construction. Officers contacted a 42- and 38-year-old from San Jose that were attempting to steal copper wire. Both suspects were arrested and booked into jail for burglary.

🎉 Congratulations Officer Albutmeh on completing FTO! 🎉 Congratulations to Officer Albutmeh for successfully completing our Field Training Program! A proud Bay Area native with a Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology, he brings enthusiasm and community pride to his new role. Outside of work, Officer Albutmeh enjoys working out, playing basketball and spending time with his family. We’re proud to see him take this next step in his career serving our Milpitas community as a solo police officer.💙

🚔 Teamwork in Action!! 🚔 Last December, our patrol team quickly responded to a vehicle burglary near the 80-Block of Mihalakis Street. Although the suspect had fled before their arrival, officers canvased the area, collected video surveillance, and tracked down initial leads that helped push the case forward. From there, our detectives and Crime Analyst reviewed the footage, analyzed information, and followed up on more leads, resulting in the identification of a 32-year-old from Campbell. A felony arrest warrant was obtained, and the suspect was arrested last Thursday and booked into jail on burglary charges. From patrol to our detectives, crime analyst, and community support, this case shows what happens when we work together to solve crimes! Thank you to everyone who shared surveillance footage. 💙👮‍♂️👮‍♀️

**A Snapshot of Police Activity this Weekend** On Friday, February 13, at 12:39 AM, a midnight shift officer stopped a vehicle for a traffic violation near the 100-Block of W Calaveras Bl. The driver, a 36-year-old from San Jose, initially refused to pull over, but eventually stopped when they came to a dead-end street. The driver, who was on probation for vehicle theft, was arrested and booked into jail for evading arrest, a probation violation, and multiple traffic violations.    On Friday, February 13, at 7:48 PM, swing shift officers were dispatched to the 250-Block of S Abbott Ave for the report of a subject checking into a hotel using a stolen credit card. Officers quickly responded and contacted the suspect, a 50-year-old from Roseville. The suspect was arrested and booked into jail for multiple fraud and theft related charges.   On Friday, February 13, at 10:57 PM, a midnight shift officer contacted a 36-year-old from Milpitas near the 30-Block of S. Abbott Av. The suspect, who had a $20,000 warrant for theft and narcotics violations, was arrested and booked into jail for their warrant, possession of drug paraphernalia, and providing false identification to a police officer.   On Saturday, February 14, at 1:43 AM, midnight shift officers responded to a vehicle collision at the 300-Block of Sango Ct. The driver, a 27-year-old San Jose resident, was under the influence of alcohol and hit two parked vehicles. Fortunately, nobody was injured, and the suspect was arrested and booked into jail for DUI.   On Saturday, February 14, at 1:38 PM, MPD dispatch received a 9-1-1 call of a suspicious person attempting to burglarize a residence near the 60-Block of Twinkle Ct. Officers quickly arrived and contacted a 30-year-old from San Jose. The suspect was found in possession of items stolen from a burglary earlier in the day, along with burglary tools, illegal drugs, and was illegally possessing nun chucks. The suspect was booked into jail for multiple felony burglary charges, narcotics violations, and a weapons charge. Thank you to the quick action of the caller in immediately reporting what they saw and helping us arrest another burglar!

💝Glue, glitter and giggles💝 Our second annual Valentine Crafting with a Cop event was a great time! From crowns to painting, we loved seeing our little community members making the event so joyful. Thank you to everyone who helped spread the love this past Wednesday and Happy Valentine's Day from all of us at the Milpitas Police Department.  Keep an eye out for more community events coming soon!❤️   #MilpitasPD #MilpitasCA #BeMilpitasPD