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Address: 86625 Airport Blvd., Thermal, CA 92274
Phone: (760) 863-8990
Hours: 8:00am - 5:00pm, Monday - Friday

The Riverside County Sheriff’s Department is contracted to provide comprehensive law enforcement services through the City of Coachella Police Department.

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What We Do

Increase Quality of Life

Responds quickly and effectively to calls for service, including traffic incidents and criminal activity.

Reduce Fear of Crime

Supports and promotes the concept of Community Oriented Policing through regular interaction with residents, engagement in community partnerships and evidence-based problem-solving techniques.

Implement Proactive Patrol Strategies

Deters criminal activity and reduces calls for service by proactively working with the public to address issues of concern and working with partner agencies, including California State Parole and the Riverside County Regional Gang Task Force.


Key Contacts

Captain Andy Martinez

760.863.8990
aamartin@riversidesheriff.org

  • Oversees all day-to-day police operations within the City of Coachella.
  • Partners with elected City Council members, City Manager’s office, City staff members, and residents to address quality of life concerns in the community.
  • Advocates for communication, sensitivity, and trust between the community and its police department.

Lieutenant Randy Vasquez

Assistant Chief of Police
760.863.7962
rvasquez@riversidesheriff.org

  • Manages the contract for police services in the City of Coachella
  • Manages police personnel assigned to the City of Coachella
  • Implements programs aimed at improving the quality of life within the community.

Thomas Anderson

Police Sergeant
760.863.8948
tcanders@riversidesheriff.org

  • Supervises the Coachella Community Action Team
  • Implements programs aimed at reducing crime
  • Implements programs aimed at increasing the trust of the community.