Whittier Police Officers' Association

07/11/2022

Great time at the WPOA retiree/alumni dinner. Thanks to Dave Yosh*take for putting it all together.

05/19/2022

02/20/2022

06/07/2021

05/19/2021

Today we honor the memory of Corporal John Pierce
End of Watch: Wednesday, May 18, 1977

On September 21, 1976 while working an undercover investigation regarding the sale of narcotics, Corporal John Pierce sustained serious injuries. These injuries ultimately resulted in his death May 18, 1977. John graduated from El Rancho High School and Fullerton City College. After a stint in the National Guard, he joined the Whittier Police Department on October 2, 1967 as a uniformed Patrol Officer and in the early 1970’s he served as a Liaison Officer in the Whittier Police Explorer Post. In 1973, John was promoted to the Investigative Division, assigned to Narcotics and Vice. He also served on the SWAT TEAM. In 1976, he attained the rank of Agent. John also served as a Training Officer in the Investigative Division. In April 1977, John was named “California Outstanding Narcotics Officer” by the We TIP organization.

We will never forget your sacrifice Rest In Peace brother.

12/13/2020

Detective Mike Lane killed in the line of duty December 13, 1979. Never forget!!

10/06/2020

Passing on some sad news to my Whittier Police Family. I was notified this morning by Richard Jensen that Retired Reserve Police Officer Don Guchereau, passed away on Saturday. I have no other details.

Don was my Reserve Squad Leader when I started at WPD 37 years ago. Although we both Retired we did stay in contact with each other. Don was a good Reserve, Father, Husband and Friend. He will be missed. My Prayers of comfort go out to his Family!
I know I will see Don again.

God Bless you Don! SYOTOS
Bruce Walsh

06/24/2020

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06/20/2020

Please support WPD today! We need your feedback!

Friends of Whittier and Santa Fe Springs,

Thank you for all you do. Whittier and Santa Fe Springs are great places to live, have our businesses, raise families, work, be successful, feel safe. They are not just great Cities, but amazing communities and a place that we are proud to call home.

One of the main reasons for this success is due to dedication and commitment of our public safety agencies that work so hard to protect and serve each of us. Day in and day out, the Volunteers, Explorers, Sworn Officers and Civilians of the Whittier Police Department answer our calls in times of need and joyfully partner with us… they are always there for us!

But now... they need our help.

On Tuesday, June 23, 2020 at 6:00 p.m., the Whittier City Council will be presented with the new 2020-2021 CIty Budget for adoption, which among many things, includes the much needed funding for our police department... a promise kept after more than five years of cuts to their budget. It is our community and our responsibility to do whatever we can to support them. We cannot allow their promised funding to be re-allocated, diverted or otherwise defunded!

To build back our economy, to continue and grow a safe environment… It’s vital Whittier PD is allowed the much-awaited and needed resources we voted to give them. It is imperative we help them continue the great service they provide us every hour of every day! They are not just as our local police department… but our local community partner!!

How you can help!
Option 1:

Please submit either a letter or direct email with any feedback before 3:00pm, Tuesday, 6/23/20 to: DefendWPD@outlook.

Please make sure it is clear you SUPPORT FUNDING for Whittier PD and do not agree with any type of “defunding or diverting” of funds.
Name and Address are strongly preferred, but not required. Note: email addresses will be included as part of the correspondence printed out and submitted as public comment

Option 2:

Submit your feedback and input electronically by clicking on this quick and easy link! This must be done before 3:00pm, Tuesday, 6/23/20

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04/03/2020

03/08/2020

International Women's Day celebrates women's achievements worldwide. Today, the WPOA would like to thank all our sisters in blue but especially our own. 💙What are you waiting for? We have an opening for you!!!!