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Welcome to the Lancaster Police Department 

As the City of Lancaster evolves, the safety and protection of our residents remain our top priority. In late 2023, we proudly introduced the Lancaster Police Department. Partnering with the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department (LASD), we have developed a hybrid policing model that emphasizes collaboration, community engagement, and shared responsibility.

Founded on principles of unity and joint commitment, the Lancaster Police Department aims to enhance and support the efforts of the LASD. This innovative partnership ushers in a new era of community-led policing, allowing the LASD to focus on major crimes while we implement proactive prevention programs to address community safety issues.

To get in touch with the Department, please call 661-723-6063. To apply for a position, visit cityoflancasterca.gov/hiringpolice.

Our Commitment to Public Safety

To demonstrate our unwavering commitment to redefining public safety, the City invested $10.6M toward this hybrid model. Its objectives are to supplement the LASD’s policing efforts by:

  • Comprehensively evaluating community needs and resources

  • Establishing a shared vision for safety

  • Implementing prevention programs to address community safety issues proactively

Sworn officers at Lancaster Police Department Rodrick Armalin (Chief of Police) and Chris Roberts (Assistant Chief of Police) will guide the Department while strengthening our relationship with the community we are dedicated to serving.

Rodrick Armalin Headshot

Rodrick Armalin

Chief of Police

 Chris Roberts Headshot

Chris Roberts

Assistant Chief of Police

Crime Reduction Success

Lancaster crime has fallen 4.32% since the formation of our Police Department in September 2023.

We take pride in protecting our residents through our community-led policing efforts. But there is always more than can be done and we need your help to continue driving down crime. 

The Data
Crime Reduction Initiatives

Get Involved

Click on the links below to find out how you can get involved.

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Highlights

Innovative gunshot detection technology

Committed to providing the highest level of protection, the City has approved the deployment of a new gunshot detection technology designed to enhance public safety in the City. The solution, named ShotSpotter, is designed to identify, locate, and track active gunfire. ShotSpotter is capable of identifying the sound of gunshots and alerting authorities within seconds of their occurrence.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is the Department located?
What is the difference between Lancaster Police and LASD Sheriffs?
Why don’t we just hire more sheriffs? Why don’t we just give them all the funding?
Crime has been bad for a long time. Why is the City only just now taking action?
Is this a fake police department?
What is the point if these officers can’t even take real law enforcement action?
How much is this costing taxpayers?
Are these officers going to serve Mayor Parris’ personal interests and whims?
Since when did Lancaster have a Police Department? Why didn’t I hear about this?
How many officers are in the department? Where are they? What are they doing now?
What is point of the vehicles if we don’t have sworn officers yet?
How do we get in touch with the Lancaster Police Department?