Be Safe, Not Spooky This Halloween: Drivers Be Alert for Little Ghosts and Goblins on the Go

As Halloween approaches, ghosts and goblins of all ages are getting ready to head out for trick-or-treating fun. To make sure the holiday stays as safe as it is spooky, the Torrance Police Department has put together a set of safety tips for parents, kids, and drivers. Let’s work together to keep Halloween safe and memorable for everyone. Read more...

Pedestrian Safety Starts with You: Stay Alert to Protect People Walking

October is National Pedestrian Safety Month. The Torrance Police Department would like to remind drivers to slow down and be alert for people walking on our roads. By always taking extra precautions, you can help protect pedestrians and reduce the risk of crashes and injuries. Walking should always be an easy and safe option for getting around any community. Read More...

Office of Traffic Safety Awards $130,000.00 Grant to the Torrance Police Department for Traffic Enforcement Program to Increase Safety on Roads

The Torrance Police Department announced today that it has received a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) to support its ongoing enforcement and education programs to help reduce the number of serious injuries and deaths on our roads. The grant program runs through September 2025. Read more...

 National Teen Driver Safety Week: Parents Are Key to Keeping Teens Safe Behind the Wheel

National Teen Driver Safety Week is October 20-26. During this week, the Torrance Police Department encourages parents and caregivers to talk with their teens about following the rules of the road and how safe driving can help save lives. Read More...

Fatal Car Accident

On Tuesday, October 15, 2024, at approximately 01:25 a.m., the Torrance Police Department received several 911 calls regarding a traffic collision on Torrance Boulevard and Fern Avenue. Read more...

Animal Bite at 2738 Martha Ave

 On Tuesday, October 8, 2024, at approximately 12:34 pm, the Torrance Police Department received an animal bite call at 2738 Martha Ave. Read More...

DBR at 2200 Crenshaw Blvd (Wilson Park)

On Tuesday, October 8, 2024, at approximately 7:13 am, the Torrance Police Department received a person down call at 2200 Crenshaw Blvd (Wilson Park). Read More...

High Visibility Enforcement 

On Monday, September 30th, 2024, between 8:00 AM and 1:00 PM, the Torrance Police Department will be joined by officers from the Hawthorne Police Department in a collaborative effort to conduct a citywide High Visibility Enforcement Operation due to recent public concerns. Officers will be focusing on vehicle code violations associated with speed, distracted driving, E-Bikes, and other traffic violations.  Read more...

Torrance Police Department Conducting DUI Patrols

The Torrance Police Department will be out on Monday, September 23, 2024 from 6:00 p.m. to 3:00 a.m. looking for drivers suspected of driving under the influence (DUI). Read more...

Torrance Police Focuses on the Dangers of Distracted Driving

On September 17th, the Torrance Police Department will be conducting enforcement operations focused on drivers suspected of violating the hands-free cell phone law. Read More...

Torrance Police Department Officially Launches Real Time Response Center

The Torrance Police Department is excited to announce the official launch of the Real Time Response Center (RTRC), a cutting-edge facility designed to enhance public safety and proactively combat crime. Read More...

Drive Smart for Back to School Month: Slow and Look for Children

As summer draws to a close and students prepare to return to school, the Torrance Police Department reminds all drivers to prioritize safety during the upcoming Back to School Month by slowing down, following the speed limit and being extra careful driving through school zones. Read More...

Torrance Police Reminds Drivers to Keep the Final Days of Summer Fun, Not Fatal

As the end of summer approaches and families prepare for Labor Day celebrations, the Torrance Police Department reminds everyone to prioritize safety on the roads. Drivers are encouraged to make responsible choices behind the wheel by never driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs. Read More...

Shooting Investigation

On Sunday, August 4, 2024, at approximately 6:46 pm, the Torrance Police Department received a shots fired call at 2500 Descanso Way (Descanso Park). Read More...

Recruitment and Retention Incentive Pilot Program

On July 16, 2024, the Torrance City Council unanimously approved a $4.6 million Recruitment and Retention Pilot Program as part of their efforts to recruit and retain a high-quality workforce to continue to deliver critical public safety to the community and enhance service levels. Read More...

Celebrate Fourth of July Responsibly

The Torrance Police Department reminds drivers to be the real heroes of the night by prioritizing the safety of everyone on the road this Fourth of July. Read More...

Torrance K-9 Unit Makes Robbery Arrest

 On Tuesday, June 11th, 2024, at approximately 11:53 AM, Torrance Police Officer Couto and her K-9 partner Tango responded to a business near the 3400 block of Torrance Boulevard regarding a robbery that had just occurred. Read More...

Fatal Traffic Collision Incident #240020612

On June 10, 2024, at approximately 6:50 p.m., officers from the Torrance Police Department responded to a major injury traffic collision in the 500 block of Crenshaw Blvd. Read more...

Torrance Police Department Beach Patrol Team

On Friday, June 14th, Torrance City Beach welcomes in the Summer with the Torrance Police Department Beach Patrol Team. Read More...

 “Click It or Ticket” Campaign Reminds Californians to Always Buckle Up

For Memorial Day Weekend, the Torrance Police Department reminds travelers to always buckle up and secure children in the right car seats when visiting friends and family.  Read more...

May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month

During Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month in May, the Torrance Police Department would like to remind drivers to always look twice for motorcycles.  Read More...

Celebrate Cinco de Mayo Responsibly 

The Torrance Police Department encourages the public to celebrate Cinco de Mayo responsibly by planning ahead and designating a sober driver. Read More...

Share the Road and Look Out for One Another During Bicycle Safety Month

May is National Bicycle Safety Month, and the Torrance Police Department is encouraging everyone to get active and safely take bike rides while at the same time reminding drivers to be on the lookout for more people biking and walking. Read More...

Organized Retail Theft Arrest

The Torrance Police Department, in collaboration with the Los Angeles Organized Retail Crime Task Force, arrested two suspects for an extensive organized retail theft series throughout Southern California. Read More...

4-20 Celebrating and Buzzed Driving

With 4/20 celebrations approaching, the Torrance Police Department reminds everyone to celebrate responsibly and prioritize their own safety and that of others. Read more...

Commercial Burglary Arrest

Between Tuesday, April 16, 2024, at 11:55 PM and Wednesday, April 17, 2024, at approximately 4:52 AM, Torrance Police Officers responded to three separate calls for service regarding possible commercial burglaries in progress. Read more...

Fatal Traffic Collision Incident#240012708

On April 12, 2024, at approximately 1:24 am, officers from the Torrance Police Department responded to a major injury traffic collision involving a motorcyclist in the 25200 block of Crenshaw Boulevard. Read More...

Torrance Police Focuses on the Dangers of Distracted Driving 

On April 15th and 16th, the Torrance Police Department will be conducting enforcement operations focused on drivers suspected of violating the hands-free cell phone law. Read more...

 High Visibility Enforcement Operation

The Torrance Police Department is committed to enhancing safe driving for both riders of e-bikes and drivers through high visibility enforcement and education in an effort to decrease traffic collisions, reduce injuries, and save lives. Read more...

Stay Focused, Stay Safe: Get Off Your Apps

 April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month and a time to put safety in the driver’s seat. Read more...

A Message from Torrance Police Chief Jay Hart: 

 "I wanted to make our community aware of information we received about a planned "takeover" by youth from around the County this Saturday at the Del Amo Fashion Center. We have seen this type of activity play out in community after community. Read more...

Response to 182nd Street Speed Concerns

The Torrance Police Department Traffic Division recently provided extra attention and enforcement on 182nd Street between Prairie Avenue and Yukon Avenue in response to several reports of traffic concerns in the area during school drop off and pick up times. Read more...

High Visibility Enforcement 

On Thursday, March 7, 2024, between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM the Torrance Police Department will be conducting a citywide HVE operation. “Accident Hot Spots” and other traffic concerns will be the focus... read more

Kick Off Super Bowl LVIII with a Go Safety Game Plan

As the excitement builds for Super Bowl LVIII, the Torrance Police Department reminds football fans to intercept impaired driving if they’re heading out to a Super Bowl party and plan on drinking... read more

TORRANCE MAYOR AND POLICE CHIEF SHARE MESSAGE REGARDING CITY’S COMMITMENT TO PUBLIC SAFETY

"We have entered a very sad state when youth visit our community and cause harm and havoc. Crimes committed by youth or adults that are pre-planned and organized to loot and destroy property are not acceptable. Our criminal justice system must address these crimes so we don't have these events repeated without serious consequences...read more

Twelve Cited at Torrance DUI Checkpoint

Twelve citations were issued to driver’s for driving on a suspended/revoked license, or for driving while being unlicensed at a DUI/Driver’s License Checkpoint on December 14th, where 818 vehicles were...read more

Make This a Holiday Season to Remember: Celebrate Responsibly with a “Go Safely” Game Plan

The holiday season can be a dangerous time for people on the roads. In December 2021 alone, 1,013 people were killed in the U.S. in alcohol-impaired-driving crashes according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration...read more

Torrance Police Holding DUI Checkpoint on December 14th

On December 14, 2023, the Torrance Police Department will conduct a driving under the influence (DUI) Checkpoint from approximately 6:00 p.m. to 3:00 a.m. at an undisclosed location...read more

‘Tis the Season to Make a Plan: Be Safe and Drive Sober

Millions of people will be traveling to visit friends and family over the holidays. The Torrance Police Department encourages everyone to celebrate safely and have a holiday game plan...read more

The Torrance Police Department Focuses on the Dangers of Distracted Driving

On November 28, 2023, the Torrance Police Department conducted an enforcement operation focused on drivers suspected of violating the hands-free cell phone law...read more

Fatal Traffic Collision

On Friday, November 24, 2023, at approximately 3:49 PM, officers from the Torrance Police Department responded to a major injury traffic collision involving two vehicles at the intersection of Anza Avenue and Torrance Boulevard...read more

Torrance Police Department Encourages Everyone to Travel Safely During the Thanksgiving Holiday

As millions of families throughout the state hit the road to visit friends and family this Thanksgiving holiday, the Torrance Police Department reminds drivers and passengers the importance of wearing a seat belt...read more

Torrance Police Department Awarded Grant from the Office of Traffic Safety for Traffic Enforcement Program to Increase Safety on the Roads

The Torrance Police Department was awarded a $150,000 grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS). The grant will support...read more

Shooting Investigation

On Sunday, October 15th, 2023, at approximately 8:12 P.M., Torrance Police Officers responded to reports of shots fired at a pumpkin patch lot located at Del Amo Circle East and Carson Street...read more

Child Passenger Safety Week is Sept 17-23

The Torrance Police Department is joining law enforcement agencies, public health departments and other community organizations to raise awareness about the importance of keeping children in the correct car seat for their age and size... read more

September is Pedestrian Safety Month

September is Pedestrian Safety Month in California and the Torrance Police Department encourages everyone on our roads to care for one another and keep pedestrians safe from crashes and injuries...read more

Nine Citations Issued for Hands-Free Cell Phone Violations

Nine drivers were cited for hands-free cell phone violations during a distracted driving enforcement operation on September 18th, 2023...read more

The Torrance Police Department Encourages Drivers to Go Safely During the Final Days of Summer

As the summer travel season wraps up, the Torrance Police Department reminds drivers to stay safe and be responsible by never driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs...read more

August is Back to School Safety Month: Slow Down and Look for Children in School Zones

As students head back to the classroom, the Torrance Police Department reminds parents and residents to slow down, follow the speed limit and be extra careful driving through school zones... read more

Torrance Police Department Arrest Two Drivers for DUI

The Torrance Police Department arrested two drivers on suspicion of DUI on July 12th and July 14th , 2023...read more

Torrance Police Department Arrest Driver for DUI

The Torrance Police Department arrested a driver on suspicion of DUI on July 9th, 2023. An additional six other drivers were issued citations for a variety of other vehicle code violations...read more

Torrance Police Department Conducting DUI Patrols

The Torrance Police Department will be out July 12th through July 14th from 6:00 p.m. to 3:00 a.m. looking for drivers suspected of driving under the influence (DUI)...read more

Torrance Police Department Arrest Driver for DUI

The Torrance Police Department arrested two drivers on suspicion of DUI on July 4th , 2023...read more

Death Investigation

On July 3, 2023, at about 6:30 PM, Torrance Police Officers responded to the 24200 block of Walnut Street and began investigating a suspicious deaths...read more

Celebrate Fourth of July Weekend Responsibly

This weekend and through Tuesday, July 4, the Torrance Police Department will have additional officers on patrol looking for drivers suspected of being under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs...read more

 New Bureau Commander Melissa King

Torrance Police Chief Jeremiah 'Jay' Hart is pleased to announce the newest member of the Police Department's Executive Staff...read more

 Torrance Police Department Arrest Driver for DUI 

The Torrance Police Department arrested driver on suspicion of DUI on June 10th, 2023...read more

Four Cited During Bicycle, Pedestrian Safety Operation

The Torrance Police Department issued four citations for a variety of violations made by bicyclist during a bicycle and pedestrian safety operation on June 14, 2023...read more

Bicycle and Pedestrian Safety Operation Planned

The Torrance Police Department will conduct a traffic safety operation June 14th from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. focused on the most dangerous driver behaviors that put the safety of people biking or walking at risk...read more

Commercial Burglary Case Filed

Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office filed 11 felony burglary counts against a 14-year-old juvenile with prior arrest who committed the crimes in Torrance, utilizing a stolen vehicle within an approximately25 hour time span...read more

Death Investigation

On Tuesday, May 30th, 2023, at approximately 6:00 A.M., Torrance Police Officers responded to the 23700 block of Western regarding a female down inside the residence...read more

Cultivating Honesty, Accountability, and Trust (CHAT) with the Chief

The Torrance Police Department is pleased to announce the launch of a new community program, "CHAT with the Chief," designed to cultivate honesty, accountability, and trust between the Torrance Police Department and our community...read more

Share the Road and Look Out for One Another During Bicycle Safety Month

May is National Bicycle Safety Month and the Torrance Police Department is encouraging more people to get active and safely take bike rides...read more

Check Twice for Motorcycles: May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month 

During May’s Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month, the Torrance Police Department reminds drivers to always look twice for motorcycles...read more

Trespassing Arrest Authorization Form  

In certain circumstances, the California Penal Code and the Torrance Municipal Code prohibit entering or remaining on another person's property without permission...read more

Response to LA County DA Indictment

The Torrance Police Department is aware of an indictment obtained by the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s office on Officer Matt Concannon and former Torrance Police Officer Anthony Chavez for an on-duty Officer Involved Shooting on December 9, 2018...read more

Fatal Traffic Collision Incident

On April 16, 2023, at approximately 2:02 am, officers from the Torrance Police Department responded to a major injury traffic collision involving a pedestrian and motor vehicle at the intersection of Carson Street and Western Avenue...read more

Two Drivers Arrested for DUI

The Torrance Police Department arrested two drivers on suspicion of DUI on March 27th , and issued another driver a citation for driving on a suspended license..read more

TPD Conducting DUI Patrols

The Torrance Police Department will be out March 27th, from 6:00 p.m. to 3:30 a.m. looking for drivers suspected of driving under the influence (DUI)...read more

Driver Arrested for DUI 

The Torrance Police Department arrested a driver on suspicion of DUI on March 3rd, issued another driver a citation for driving on a suspended license, and issued an additional four citations to drivers for other traffic violations...read more

Super Bowl LVII is a Win-Win When You Plan Ahead: Score a Sober Ride Home

The Torrance Police Department is reminding football fans that there’s no “DUI” in team...read more

Torrance Police Department Joins The IACP Trust Building Campaign

The International Association of Chiefs of Police Trust Building Campaign seeks to enhance trust between police agencies and the communities they serve by ensuring positive community-policing partnerships that promote safe, effective interactions...read more

Train Cargo Theft Arrest

A Torrance Police Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) pilot responded to the area of the prairie bridge regarding a train cargo theft incident happening now and directed officers on the ground to safely apprehend...read more

Sexual Assault Arrest

During the early month of December 2022, the Torrance Police Department began investigating a sexual assault. An on-duty armed security guard...read more

Fatal Hit and Run Arrest

On Thursday, October 27, 2022, at approximately 07:36 AM, Torrance Police Officers responded to the 2700 block of Artesia Boulevard regarding a fatal traffic collision...read more

Thirteen Citations Issued for Hands-Free Cell Phone Violations

Thirteen drivers were cited for hands-free cell phone violations during two distracted driving enforcement operations on December 15th and 19th...read more

The Torrance Police Department Focuses on the Dangers of Distracted Driving

On December 19, 2022, the Torrance Police Department will conduct an enforcement operation focused on drivers suspected of violating the hands-free cell phone law...read more

The Torrance Police Department Focuses on the Dangers of Distracted Driving

On December 15, 2022, the Torrance Police Department will conduct an enforcement operation focused on drivers suspected of violating the hands-free cell phone law...read more

Torrance Police Department Holding DUI Checkpoint December 15th

On December 15th, the Torrance Police Department will conduct a driving under the influence (DUI) Checkpoint from 6:00 p.m. to 3:00 a.m. at an undisclosed location...read more

One Driver Arrested for DUI

The Torrance Police Department arrested one driver on suspicion of DUI on December 4 th, 2022 and a passenger in the same vehicle was arrested for being intoxicated...read more

Torrance Police Department Conducting DUI Patrols

The Torrance Police Department will be out December 3rd, from 6:00 p.m. to 3:00 a.m. looking for drivers suspected of driving under the influence (DUI)...read more

Plan Ahead This Holiday Season: Be Safe and Drive Sober

Millions of people will be traveling to visit friends and family over the holidays...read more

Nine Citations Issued For Hands-Free Cell Phone Violations

Nine drivers were cited for hands-free cell phone violations during a distracted driving enforcement operation on November 28th...read more

Del Amo Mall Commercial Burglary

On Thursday, November 17, 2022, at approximately 2:10 a.m., officers responded to Dick's Sporting Good’s located at 21800 Hawthorne Boulevard...read more

The Torrance Police Department Awarded Grant to Improve Traffic Data Reporting

The Torrance Police Department received a $90,500.00 grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) for a traffic records improvement project to improve the timeliness of reporting crash and citation data....read more

Halloween Safety

As Halloween creeps closer, the Torrance Police Department encourages everyone on the road to be extra careful as more children are out walking the neighborhood haunting for treats...read more

Fatal Traffic Collision

On Thursday, October 27, 2022 at approximately 7:36 AM, Torrance Police Officers and Torrance Firefighters responded to the 2700 block of Artesia boulevard regarding a vehicle into a house..read more

TPD 853.6 Press Release

The Torrance Police Department is dedicated to the service and safety of our community. The Department's mission is to...read more

The Torrance Police Department Supports National Walk and Roll to School Day Oct. 12

The Torrance Police Department encourages parents and students to join their classmates and walk, bike, or roll to class Oct. 12...read more

Seven Individuals Cited During Bicycle, Pedestrian Safety Operation

The Torrance Police Department issued seven citations for a variety of violations made by drivers, pedestrians...read more

TPD Awarded a $170,000.00 Grant to Deter Unsafe Behaviors, Increase Safety on Roads

The Torrance Police Department will increase patrols throughout the community and provide other traffic safety programs to help reduce the number of serious injuries and deaths on roads...read more

Shooting Investigation

On Wednesday night, September 28, 2022, at about 11:59 PM, Torrance Police Officers responded to a report of shots fired near the 2300 block of Torrance Boulevard...read more

Bicycle and Pedestrian Safety Operation Planned for September 27th & 28th, 2022

The Torrance Police Department will conduct a traffic safety operation September 27th and 28th from 3:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. focusing on the most dangerous driver behaviors that put the safety of people biking or walking at risk...read more

Collaboration with the Department of Justice

The City of Torrance and the Torrance Police Department is committed to police reform, transparency and building trust with the public...read more

 VIOLENT SUSPECT ARRESTED

On July 31, 2022, at approximately 1:00 AM, a female victim was attacked and sexually assaulted by an unknown person in the 4300 block of Emerald Street in the City of Torrance...read more

Public Safety Announcement ***UPDATE***

On August 1, 2022, at approximately 7:30 PM, uniformed Torrance Police Officers arrested an individual suspected of sexually assaulting and badly injuring a woman...read more

Public Safety Announcement

On July 31, 2022, at approximately 1:00 AM, a female victim was attacked and sexually assaulted by an unknown person in the 4300 block of Emerald Street in the City of Torrance...read more

Seven Individuals Cited During Bicycle, Pedestrian Safety Operation

The Torrance Police Department issued seven citations for a variety of violations made by drivers, pedestrians, and bicyclist during a bicycle and pedestrian safety operation on July 26th...read more

Bicycle and Pedestrian Safety Operation Planned for July 26th, 2022

The Torrance Police Department will conduct a traffic safety operation July 26th from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.. focused on the most dangerous driver behaviors that put the safety of people biking or walking at risk...read more

Ten Individuals Cited During Bicycle, Pedestrian Safety Operation

The Torrance Police Department issued ten citations for a variety of violations made by drivers, pedestrians, and bicyclist during a bicycle and pedestrian safety operation on July 19th...read more

Bicycle and Pedestrian Safety Operation

The Torrance Police Department will conduct a traffic safety operation July 19th from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m...read more

Driver Arrested for DUI

The Torrance Police Department arrested a driver on suspicion of DUI on July 11, 2022...read more

Six Citations Issued For Hands-Free Cell Phone Violations

Six drivers were cited for hands-free cell phone violations during a distracted driving enforcement operations on July 11th, between 2:00 pm and 6:00 pm...read more

Six Drivers Cited During Bicycle, Pedestrian Safety Operation

The Torrance Police Department issued six citations for a variety of violations made by drivers during a bicycle and pedestrian safety operation on July 8th...read more

Two Drivers Arrested for DUI

The Torrance Police Department arrested two drivers on suspicion of DUI on July 4th, 2022...read more

Seven Citations Issued For Hands-Free Cell Phone Violations

Seven drivers were cited for hands-free cell phone violations during two distracted driving enforcement operations on June 23rd and June 28th...read more

Non-Credible School Threat Investigation

On June 10th, 2022, the Torrance Police Department was contacted about an image uploaded on social media relating to a school threat at North High School in our city...read more

The Torrance Police Department Focuses on the Dangers of Distracted Driving

On June 3rd, 2022, the Torrance Police Department will conduct an enforcement operation focused on drivers suspected of violating the hands-free cell phone law...read more

Californians Encouraged to Always Wear Their Seat Belt

The Torrance Police Department reminds everyone taking a trip to visit friends or family over the Memorial Day Weekend to always buckle up and keep children in child safety seats...read more

 The Torrance Police Department Focuses on the Dangers of Distracted Driving

On May 11, 2022, the Torrance Police Department will conduct an enforcement operation focused on drivers suspected of violating the hands-free cell phone law...read more

May is Bicycle Safety Month: Share the Road and Look Out for One Another

May is National Bicycle Safety Month, and the Torrance Police Department reminds drivers to follow the speed limit and look out for people on bike rides...read more

Check Twice for Motorcycles: May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month

During May’s Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month, the Torrance Police Department reminds drivers to always look twice for motorcycles...read more

Fatal Hit-And-Run Arrest

On Wednesday, May 11th, 2022, at approximately 01:00 AM, multiple Torrance Police Officers responded to the area of Pacific Coast Highway and Calle Mayor regarding a subject down in the street...read more

 Former Police Officer Arrested

The City of Torrance and its Police Department are aware of the troubling allegations leading to Evan Dahl's arrest. Evan Dahl no longer works for the Torrance Police Department...read more

Homicide Investigation

On March 23rd, 2022 at about 1 am, Patrol officers responded to the “Hi-n-Dry” bar located at 3116 182nd Street for report of shots fired outside the business...read more

Enjoy the Super Bowl Responsibly: Choose a Sober Way to Go

The Torrance Police Department is reminding football fans to stick to the “go safely” game plan and designate a sober driver if you plan on drinking at a Super Bowl LVI watch party...read more

Update - Del Amo Mall (DAFC) Incident

On December 14th, 2021, at about 6:30 PM, multiple officers responded to reports of shots fired near the Del Amo Fashion Center...read more

Burglary Arrest

On January 30th, 2022 at about 11:30 PM, officers responded to a suspicious circumstances call from a reporting party who observed several suspects breaking into a train car on the railroad tracks in the area of...read more

Homicide Investigation

On January 24th, 2022, at about 2 am, patrol officers responded to the 1800 block of Del Amo Blvd for an unknown trouble call...read more

Torrance Police Department Conducting DUI Patrols

Additional officers from the Torrance Police Department will be out on patrol Monday, January 24th, 2022, from 6:00 p.m. to 3:30 a.m. looking for drivers suspected of driving under the influence...read more

Distracted Driving Enforcement

On Monday, January 24th, 2022, the Torrance Police Department will have additional law enforcement officers out on patrol looking for drivers violating the state's hand-free cell phone law...read more

Creation of the Chief’s Advisory Board

This week, the Torrance Police Department is introducing the Chief's Advisory Board. The Chief's Advisory Board will provide a forum where key stakeholders can act as a community resource...read more

Attempt Murder Suspect Apprehended

In early November, 2021, Patrol Officers responded to the area of 23500 block of Pennsylvania for a call of shots fired...read more

Follow-Up Stolen Election Ballots Federal Indictment

After several months of an exhaustive investigation in partnership with the United States Postal Inspection Service and the United States Attorney’s Office, Eduardo Mena...read more

The Torrance Police Department will be holding a DUI Checkpoint on December 17th

The Torrance Police Department will hold a DUI Checkpoint on December 17th, 2021 from 8:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m. at an undisclosed location within the city of Torrance limits...read more

Del Amo Mall (DAFC) Incident

On December 14th, 2021 at about 630 PM, multiple officers responded to reports of shots fired near the Del Amo Fashion Center. The initial reports were a shooting occurred in the south parking lot...read more

Don’t Let Drunk, or “High,” Drive: Celebrate the Holiday Season Responsibly National “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” Enforcement Campaign Begins Dec. 15

This holiday season, the Torrance Police Department reminds the public to celebrate the holiday season responsibly by not driving under the influence...read more

Residential Burglary Advisory

The TORRANCE POLICE DEPARTMENT (TPD) is making available the following information to assist residents in becoming aware of and identifying suspicious individuals and their activity...read more

The Torrance Police Department Encourages Everyone to Buckle Up for the Thanksgiving

With millions of families throughout the state expected to hit the road to visit friends and family for Thanksgiving this year, the Torrance Police Department reminds everyone to always buckle up...read more

Torrance Police Department Focuses on Distracted Driving Enforcement

On Monday, November 22, 2021, the Torrance Police Department will have additional officers on patrol looking for drivers that are violating the state’s hands-free cell phone law...read more

Torrance Police Department Conducting DUI Patrols

Additional officers from the Torrance Police Department will be out on patrol on Saturday, November 13th, 2021, from 6:00 p.m. to 3:30 a.m. looking for drivers suspected of driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs...read more

 The Torrance Police Department Awarded a $150,000.00 Grant from the Office of Traffic Safety

The Torrance Police Department will roll out a police traffic services program to deter dangerous and illegal driving behaviors that increase the risk of crashes in the community...read more

The Torrance Police Department Encourages Parents of Newly Licensed Teens to Discuss the Importance of Safe Driving

As part of National Teen Driver Safety Week Oct. 17-23, the Torrance Police Department reminds parents and guardians the importance of talking to their teen(s) about driving responsibly and safely...read more

Las Vegas Homicide Suspect Apprehended

On September 11th, 2021, the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department (LVMPD) received a 911 call from a citizen who discovered a deceased woman while they were hiking in the desert area...read more

Attempt Murder Suspect Apprehended

On September 16th , 2021, Patrol Officers responded to the Plaza Hotel in Torrance for a welfare check of a person who may have been stabbed...read more

It’s Back to School! The Torrance Police Encourages the Public to Stay Aware and Stay Safe in School Zones

As students head back to the classroom, schools and the communities around them are going to be busier than they’ve been since the start of the pandemic...read more

September is Pedestrian Safety Month: Be Predictable, Look Out for One Another

As part of Pedestrian Safety Month, the Torrance Police Department is supporting efforts throughout September to improve pedestrian safety and help reduce crashes and injuries...read more

The Torrance Police Encourages the Public to Stay Safe During Final Stretch of Summer Travel Season

As friends and family plan vacations during the final days of summer, the Torrance Police Department is reminding everyone to stay safe by always choosing a sober way to go...read more

Charges Filed Against Former Police Officers

In January of 2020, Torrance police responded to a call of vandalism. An investigation was conducted by the Detectives Division – Crimes Persons Section...read more

Violent Criminal Facing Federal Charges

Justin Washington, 32, of Gardena, was named in a 14-count federal grand jury indictment on July 6th, 2021. Washington was indicted on federal criminal charges alleging he committed a five-day armed robbery spree...read more

DUI Patrols

Additional officers from the Torrance Police Department will be out on patrol August 3rd from 6:00 p.m. to 3:30 a.m. looking for drivers suspected of driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs...read more

Fatal Traffic Collision

On Thursday, July 29th, 2021, at approximately 4:50 PM, Torrance Police Officers and Torrance Firefighters responded to the area of 220th Street and Western Avenue regarding a two – car traffic collision...read more

"In the Passenger Seat" Series

Back in November of 2020, officers from the Torrance Police Department began a video project to meet the demand for transparency in policing...read more

Hate Crime and Vandalism Arrest

On March 17th, 2021, a resident of the South Bay was driving his vehicle in the area of 223rd Street and Western Avenue when an unprovoked attack occurred...read more

Torrance Police Department Conducting DUI Patrols

Additional officers from the Torrance Police Department will be out on patrol July 13th from 6:00 p.m. to 3:30 a.m. looking for drivers suspected of driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs...read more

Follow Up: Catalytic Converter Theft Arrests

This morning, the Torrance Police Department conducted a search warrant operation in the City of Los Angeles stemming from the recent arrests of 20 suspects involved in catalytic converter thefts...read more

Catalytic Converter Theft Arrests

In recent months, the City of Torrance and the surrounding communities have seen a drastic increase in thefts of catalytic converters from motor vehicles...read more

High Visibility Enforcement

On Wednesday, June 23, 2021, between 9:00 AM and 12:00 PM, the Torrance Police Department conducted an HVE operation throughout the city of Torrance...read more

Major Traffic Collision

On Tuesday, June 15, 2021, at approximately 9:32 AM, Torrance Police Officers responded to the intersection of Torrance Boulevard and Amie Avenue regarding a traffic collision involving a vehicle and a pedestrian...read more

Sober or Hand ‘Em Over: Celebrate Cinco de Mayo Responsibly Driving Awareness Month

Whether it is meeting with a small group of friends or holding a virtual get together, the Torrance Police Department encourages the public to celebrate the holiday responsibly by designating a sober driver...read more

Check Twice for Motorcycles: May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month

May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month, and the Torrance Police Department reminds drivers to check twice for motorcycles...read more

May is Bicycle Safety Month: Share the Road and “Go Safely”

May is National Bicycle Safety Month, and the Torrance Police Department is encouraging drivers to slow down when passing bicyclists, and asks bicyclists to be visible, predictable, and safe on the road...read more

Torrance Police Department Conducting DUI Patrols

Additional officers from the Torrance Police Department will be out on patrol April 22nd from 6:00 p.m. to 3:30 a.m. looking for drivers suspected of driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs...read more  

One Arrested For DUI

The Torrance Police Department arrested one Driver on suspicion of DUI while conducting an extra DUI patrol on April 18th...read more

DUI Doesn't Just Mean Booze

April 20, or 4/20, is a “holiday” among marijuana users. Although recreational and medicinal use of marijuana is legal in California, the Torrance Police Department wants to remind drivers that it is dangerous...read more

Torrance Police Department Conducting DUI Patrols

Additional officers from the Torrance Police Department will be out on patrol April 18th from 6:00 p.m. to 3:00 a.m. looking for drivers suspected of driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs...read more

Bicycle and Pedestrian Safety Operation for April 19th & 20th

The Torrance Police Department will conduct a bicycle and pedestrian safety enforcement operation on April 19th and 20th, between the hours of 3:30 p.m. to p.m. aimed at keeping people who need to go out to exercise or run essential errands safe...read more

Give the Phone a “Break”: April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month

April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month, and the Torrance Police Department encourages drivers to give the phone a break and focus on the road...read more

Be Safe and Sober this St. Patrick’s Day

f you are celebrating St. Patrick’s Day, remember to do so responsibly by having a plan to get home safely...read more

DUI Saturation Patrol Press Release

Additional officers from the Torrance Police Department will be out on patrol February 26, 2021, from 6:00 p.m. to 3:30 a.m...read more

Fatal Traffic Collision

On Tuesday, February 23, 2021, at approximately 9:14 PM, Torrance Police Officers responded to the intersection of Artesia Boulevard and Hawthorne Boulevard regarding a traffic collision involving a vehicle and a pedestrian...read more

Homicide Arrest

On Sunday, February 07, 2021, at approximately 4:20 PM, Torrance Police Officers and the Torrance Fire Department responded to the 4500 block of 231st street for a report of a stabbing....read more 

Officer-Involved Shooting

On Saturday, January 16, 2021, at approximately 11:23 PM, officers from the Torrance Police Department located a wanted vehicle in the Chevron parking lot located at Artesia Boulevard and Western Avenue...read more

The Torrance Police Department Conducting DUI Patrols

Additional officers from the Torrance Police Department will be out on patrol January 15, 2021, from 6:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m. looking for drivers suspected of driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs...read more

The Torrance Police Department Focuses on Distracted Driving Enforcement

On January 15, 2021, the Torrance Police Department will have additional officers on patrol looking for drivers that are violating the state’s hands-free cell phone law...read more

The Torrance Police Department Conducting DUI Patrols

Additional officers from the Torrance Police Department will be out on patrol December 27th and 28th from 6:00 p.m. to time 3:30 a.m. looking for drivers suspected of driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs...read more

Be Safe, Be Sober This Holiday Season

This holiday season, the Torrance Police Department wants to remind the public about the importance of being safe and sober when you are driving...read more

Burglary Arrest

On November 17, 2020, Officers responded to the 2200 block of Dominguez Street regarding two attempted residential burglaries...read more

Attempted Kidnapping

On Tuesday, November 24, 2020, Torrance Police Officers responded to Wilson Park located at 2200 Crenshaw Boulevard for an attempted kidnapping report...read more

Homicide Investigation Update

On Sunday, November 08, 2020, at approximately 10:55 PM, Torrance Police Officers responded to the 3700 block of Artesia Boulevard for a report of shots fired...read more

Homicide Investigation

On Sunday, November 08, 2020, at approximately 10:55 PM, Torrance Police Officers responded to the 3700 block of Artesia Boulevard for a report of shots fired...read more

Halloween Safety

As everyone prepares to celebrate Halloween and Dia de los Muertos, the Torrance Police Department is encouraging the community to make this year’s festivities as safe as possible by planning lower-risk online, at-home and car-based activities...read more

EDD Scam Arrests

Since September 10, 2020, the Torrance Police Department has arrested twenty-seven (27) individuals related to EDD fraud and identity theft....read more

Teach Teen Drivers the Rules of the Road to Keep Them Safe

This week (Oct. 18-24) is National Teen Driver Safety Week, and the Torrance Police Department is encouraging parents to discuss the importance of safe driving habits with their teens as newly licensed drivers....read more

The Torrance Police Department Awarded $203,000.00 Grant From the OTS

The safety of everyone traveling is the focus of a grant awarded to the Torrance Police Department...read more

Fatal Traffic Collision

On Monday, October 12, 2020, at approximately 3:23 PM, Torrance Police Officers responded to the 23400 block of Hawthorne Boulevard regarding a traffic collision involving a vehicle and a motorcycle...read more

 Attempted Homicide Arrest

On Saturday, October 03, 2020, at approximately 7:55 PM, Torrance Police Officers responded to El Retiro Park, located at 126 Vista Del Parque, regarding a stabbing that just occurred...read more

 The Torrance Police Department Encourages Public to Get Active for Walk to School Day

The Torrance Police Department supports this year’s “Walk to School Day” activities even if the trip to school has been to the living room lately...read more

Torrance Police Department Focuses on Distracted Driving Enforcement

 From October 5 to October 12, 2020, the Torrance Police Department will have additional officers on patrol looking for drivers that are violating the state’s hands-free cell phone law... read more

Torrance Police Department Focuses on Distracted Driving Enforcement

On September 18, 2020, the Torrance Police Department will have additional officers on patrol looking for drivers that are violating the state’s hands-free cell phone law...read more

September is Pedestrian Safety Month

September is Pedestrian Safety Month and the Torrance Police Department will join law enforcement agencies across the state to educate the public on how to be safe when walking or driving...read more 

Pharmacy Burglar Arrested  

On July 02, 2020, Torrance Police officers responded to 3400 Lomita boulevard when the pharmacy owner discovered that unknown suspect(s) had burglarized his business and removed prescription medication...read more 

Two Arrested in Hate Crime/Vandalism 

On Thursday, July 23, 2020, the victims filed a hate crime/vandalism report with the Torrance Police Department....read more

Hate Crime Arrest

On June 29, 2020, at approximately 11:36 PM, Torrance Police Officers responded to the Staybridge Suites, located at 19901 Prairie Avenue regarding shots fired....read more 

Kidnapping/Attempted Murder Arrests 

On May 28, 2020, at approximately 7:00 PM, Torrance Police Officers responded to the 2500 block of 166th Place regarding shots fired. Upon arrival, officers located a 27-year-old male adult suffering from gunshot wounds....read more 

Shooting Investigation 

On Wednesday, June 17, 2020, at approximately 11:10 AM, Torrance Police Officers responded to Artesia Boulevard and Prairie Avenue for a shooting that just occurred...read more 

Hateful Speech / Assault Suspect *Update*

On Wednesday, June 10, 2020, the Torrance Police Department began an investigation related to two separate criminal threat reports involving the same suspect.... read more 

Hateful Speech / Assault Suspect Identified 

On Wednesday, June 10, 2020, the Torrance Police Department was made aware through social media of an unfortunate incident that occurred at Wilson Park located at 2200 Carson Street at 7:55 AM.... read more 

Evening Arrests

During overnight hours between Sunday, May 31, 2020, at 6:00 PM, and Monday, June 1, 2020, at 6:00 AM, the Torrance Police Department made 24 arrests....read more 

Prolific Burglar Arrest 

On Tuesday, May 26, 2020, Torrance Police Investigators located and arrested a prolific multistate commercial burglar....read more 

Attempted Murder Suspect Arrested

On Saturday, May 16, 2020, at approximately 01:22 AM, Torrance Police Officers responded to Ramada Inn located at 2888 Pacific Coast Highway for a report of shots fired...read more 

Homicide Investigation Update

On Sunday, May 10, 2020, at approximately 10:11 PM, Torrance Police Officers responded to Carson Street and Cabrillo Avenue for a report of shots fired...read more 

Homicide Investigation 

On Sunday, May 10, 2020, at approximately 10:11 PM, Torrance Police Officers responded to Carson Street and Cabrillo Avenue for a report of shots fired...read more 

Bicycle Safety Month

The Torrance Police Department encourages others to "Go Safely" during National Bicycle Safety Month...read more 

Fatal Traffic Collision

On Wednesday, February 26, 2020, at approximately 8:01 PM, Torrance Police Officers responded to the 24200 block of Crenshaw Boulevard regarding a traffic collision involving a vehicle and a pedestrian...read more 

Homicide Arrest 

On Monday, February 03, 2020, at approximately 07:45 AM, Torrance Police Officers and the Torrance Fire Department responded to the Katy Geissert Civic Center Library...read more 

Designate a Sober Driver this Super Bowl 

The Torrance Police Department is reminding fans attending Super Bowl watch parties to get a safe ride home after the game...read more 

*Update* Assault Causing Great Bodily Injury

On January 11, 2020, at approximately 01:45 AM, Torrance Police Officers responded to the 7- 11 located at 1730 Sepulveda Boulevard regarding a robbery investigation...read more 

Major Traffic Collision

On  Tuesday,  January  14,  2020,  at  approximately  8:38 AM,  Torrance  Police Officers responded  to  the  area  of  Emerald  Street  and  Earl Street regarding  a  traffic  collision involving a vehicle and two pedestrians...read more 

DUI Checkpoint Results

On Friday, December13, 2019 between 8:00 PM and 2:30 AM the  following  morning,  the  Torrance  Police  Department  Traffic Unit  conducted  a  DUI/Drivers  License  checkpoint  in  the  4200 block  of  190th Street...read more

Major Traffic Collision 

On  Wednesday,  December  11,  2019,  at  approximately  7:43 AM,  Torrance  Police Motors  Officers  responded  to  the  area  of  181st Street  and  Crenshaw  Boulevard regarding a major traffic collision involving several vehicles...read more

Planned DUI Checkpoint

On  Friday,  December  13,  2019 between  8:00  PM  and 3:00  AM  the  following  morning,  the  Torrance  Police Department  Traffic  Division will  conduct  a  DUI/Drivers License  checkpoint  at  an  undisclosed  location...read more 

Thanksgiving Buckle Up America Day

The Thanksgiving holiday is one of the busiest travel times of the year. Millions across the country will be hitting the road to meet with friends and family for Thanksgiving...read more 

Shooting Investigation 

On  Thursday,  November  14,  2019,  at  approximately  5:38 p.m.,  Torrance  Police  Officers responded to the area of 220th street and Western Avenue regarding shots fired...read more 

Halloween Safety 

With Halloween fast approaching, the Torrance Police Department is reminding parents to be prepared and keep a close watch on their children as they go through the neighborhood collecting candy and treats...read more 

Home Invasion Robbery Suspect Arrested 

On  July  01,  2017, the  Torrance  Police  Department  began investigating  a  home  invasion  robbery  that  occurred  in  the  2000 block  of  169th place. The  elderly  victim  was  in  her  home  preparing lunch  when the  suspect  broke  in...read more 

National Teen Driver Safety Week 

 National Teen Driver Safety Week is Oct. 20-26, and the Torrance Police Department is asking parents and guardians to take the time to discuss with their teen the rules of the road intended to keep them safe...read more 

National School Bus Safety Week 

During National School Bus Safety Week Oct. 21-25, The Torrance Department is supporting efforts across the state to make sure children are safe taking the bus to and from school...read more

Torrance Police Department Awarded Traffic Education and Enforcement Grant from OTS

The Torrance Police Department received a $175,000.00 grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) for a one-year enforcement and education program. The money will fund various activities intended to reduce deaths and injuries on California roads...read more

Airplane Collision

On Thursday, September 19, 2019 at approximately 12:03 PM, Torrance Police Officers along  with  the Torrance  Fire  Department  responded  to  the  25300  block  of  Crenshaw boulevard in regard to an airplane that collided into a building...read more

Suspect Identified in 46-Year-Old Murder of 11 Year Old Girl 

On November 23, 1972 (Thanksgiving Day), the Victim 11-year-old Terri Lynn Hollis left her home to go for a bike ride and never returned...read more

Press Conference: Suspect Identified in 46-Year-Old Murder of 11 Year Old Girl 

A press conference will be held at the Torrance Police Department in the downstairs Assembly Room regarding the identification of a suspect in the 46-year-old murder of Terri Lynn Hollis...read more

Think Two Steps Ahead: September is Pedestrian Safety Month

The Torrance Police Department is working with law enforcement agencies across the state to promote safe behaviors that allow drivers and those on foot to get where they need to go safely...read more

Death Investigation

On  Friday,  August  30,  2019  at  approximately  6:57 AM,  Torrance  Police  Officers responded to the Torrance Beach  regarding a subject down in the sand...read more

DUI Checkpoint Results

On Friday, August 23, 2019 between 8:00 PM and 2:30 AM the following morning, the Torrance Police Department Traffic Unit conducted a DUI/Drivers License checkpoint in the 5400 block of Torrance Boulevard...read more

Planned DUI Checkpoint

On Friday, August 23, 2019 between 8:00 PM and 3:00 AM the following morning, the Torrance Police Department Traffic Division will conduct a DUI/Drivers License checkpoint at an undisclosed location...read more

 DUI Checkpoint Results

On  Friday,  July  26,  2019 between  8:00  PM  and 2:30  AM the following morning, the Torrance Police Department Traffic Unit conducted a DUI/Drivers License checkpoint...read more

Strategic Planning Workshop

The Torrance Police Department is currently developing a Strategic Plan which will serve as the organization’s  roadmap for  the next  three years.   It  is  vital to  get  input from  our  community  so we can effectively identify and meet the needs of the residents....read more

Planned DUI Checkpoint

On Friday, July 26, 2019 between 8:00 PM and 3:00 AM the  following  morning,  the  Torrance  Police  Department Traffic  Division will  conduct  a  DUI/Drivers  License checkpoint at an undisclosed location....read more

Theft Suspect Arrested

This past weekend, on Saturday and Sunday mornings, Torrance Police Patrol Officers responded to Sam’s Club located at 2601 Skypark regarding thefts from vehicles....read more

Nordstrom Robbery Arrests

On  Monday,  July  01, 2019,  at  about  3:45 PM,  Torrance Police Officers responded to the Nordstrom located at 21500 Hawthorne Boulevard regarding a robbery investigation....read more

SUSPECT ARRESTED IN SHOOTING INVESTIGATION

On  Monday,  June  3,  2019,  at  approximately  2:56  P.M.,  Torrance Police  Officers  responded  to reports  of  shots  fired  at the  Del  Amo Fashion  Center  located  at  3525  Carson  Street  in  the  City  of Torrance...read more

 Motion Sensor Camera Alert Leads to 3 Arrests for Fumigation Burglary

On Tuesday, June 25, 2019, at approximately 1:47 AM Patrol Officers responded to a burglary occurring at an apartment complex being fumigated...read more

Celebrate the 4th Responsibly

The Torrance Police Department wishes everyone a safe 4th of July and holiday. To help keep the roadways safe during this celebration, the Torrance Police Department will have additional officers...read more

 Residential Burglary Arrest

On Sunday, April 7, 2019, during the afternoon hours, Officers responded to the 3200 block of Danaha Street for an attempt residential burglary investigation. The resident who was home at the time, took photos of a suspect and two possibly related vehicles...read more

SHOOTING INVESTIGATION  

On Monday, June 3, 2019, at approximately 2:56 P.M., Torrance Police Officers responded to the Del Amo Fashion Center located at 3525 Carson Street in the City of Torrance regarding shots fired at the location...read more

SHOOTING INVESTIGATION  FOLLOW-UP INFORMATION

On May 2, 2019, at about 9:20 PM, Torrance Police Officers responded to the 23100 block of Ladeene Avenue regarding a report of gunshots fired in the area.  Upon arrival, Officers located a gunshot victim with non-life threatening injuries...read more

Major Traffic Collision

On Saturday, May 11, 2019, at approximately 1:47 AM, Torrance Police Officers responded to the area of Pacific Coast Highway and Calle Mayor....read more

Organized Retail Theft - Suspect Arrested

Torrance Police Community Lead Officers concluded a lengthy investigation into a sophisticated retail theft ring. For several months, Torrance Police worked alongside agents from CAL-ORCA (California Organized Retail Crime Association)...read more

High Visibility Enforcement

The Torrance Police Department has continued to increase efforts to address traffic safety concerns....read more

Fatal Traffic Collision 

On Sunday, May 5, 2019, at approximately 11:44 AM, Torrance Police Officers and Torrance Firefighters responded to the area of Sepulveda Boulevard and Ocean Avenue regarding a single car traffic collision....read more

Police Officers Deliver Baby

On Thursday, May 2, 2019, at approximately 7:43 a.m., officers responded to the parking lot of Target located 3433 Sepulveda to assist the Torrance Fire Department responding to a woman going into labor in her vehicle....read more

Shooting Investigation

On Thursday, May 2, 2019, at approximately 9:20 p.m., Torrance Police Officers responded to the 23100 block of Ladeene Avenue for a report of shots fired....read more

Traffic Safety

The Torrance Community and Police Department were impacted by 4 fatal traffic collisions in the month of April ...read more

Fatal Hit & Run Traffic Collision

On Monday, April 29, 2019, at approximately 8:40 PM, Torrance Police Officers responded to the intersection of Del Amo Boulevard and Mariner Avenue regarding a traffic collision involving a vehicle and a pedestrian...read more

Fatal Traffic Collision

On Saturday, April 27, 2019, at approximately 9:35 AM, Torrance Police Officers responded to the intersection of Sepulveda Boulevard and Kent Avenue regarding a traffic collision involving a vehicle and a motorcycle....read more

Critical Incident Community Briefing  Officer-Involved Shooting Video

The Torrance Police Department has reached a point in its investigation that video footage from a December 2018 officer-involved shooting has been released....read more

Fatal Traffic Collision

On Tuesday, April 23, 2019, at approximately 9:34 AM, Torrance Police Officers responded to the intersection of Pacific Coast Highway and Rolling Hills Road regarding a traffic collision involving a vehicle and a motorcycle....read more

Fatal Traffic Collision

On Thursday, April 18, 2019, at approximately 8:41 PM, Torrance Police Officers responded to the intersection of Sepulveda Boulevard and Hawthorne Boulevard....read more

60th Annual Armed Forces Day Celebration & Parade

The City of Torrance is honored to pay tribute to the nation’s Armed Forces by hosting its 60th Annual Armed Forces Day Celebration & Parade....read more

April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month

The Torrance Police Department will be partnering with other law enforcement agencies statewide to spread awareness about Distracted Driving....read more

Indecent Exposure

On Thursday, March 28, 2019, at about 3:30 PM, the Torrance Police Department began investigating an indecent exposure incident that occurred at Lincoln Elementary School located at 2418 166th Street in the City of Torrance....read more

Bicycle and Pedestrian Safety

On April 3, 2019, The Torrance Police Department will conduct a bicycle and pedestrian safety operation intended to educate drivers, bicyclists and pedestrians about traffic safety....read more

Fatal Traffic Collision

On Tuesday, March 26, 2019, at approximately 8:59 PM, Torrance Police Officers responded to the 2300 block of Del Amo Boulevard regarding a traffic collision involving a vehicle and a pedestrian....read more

Fatal Traffic Collision

On Saturday, March 16, 2019, at approximately 6:11 AM, Torrance Police Officers responded to the area of Crenshaw Boulevard and Maricopa Street regarding a traffic collision involving a vehicle and a pedestrian....read more

2019 St. Patrick's Day

This St. Patrick’s Day, March 17, 2019, the Torrance Police Department will have additional officers on patrol from 2:00 PM to 11:00 PM ready to stop and arrest drivers suspected of driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs...read more

Flat Tire Ruse Bank Suspects Arrested

Torrance Police Detectives investigated two separate cases that occurred in mid-February which involved victims being followed from banks, being distracted by a suspect who flattened their tire, and having their money stolen from their vehicle...read more

Environmental Review for the Urban Coyote Management Plan

On November 27, 2018, Torrance City Council authorized the City staff to undertake the environmental review necessary to consider an amendment to the Urban Coyote Management Plan which was established in 2016.  The amendment would include...read more

Don't Get Busted Super Bowl Sunday

The Torrance Police Department is encouraging all football fans to celebrate Super Bowl LIII responsibly by not driving impaired, or letting other fans get behind the wheel when they shouldn’t...read more

High Visibility Enforcement

On Wednesday, January 30, 2019, between 6:00 AM and 10:00 AM, the Torrance Police Department conducted a scheduled HVE operation....read more

"See Something Say Something" Helps Identify Suspect in Illegal Dumping

Over the past few months, the Torrance Police Department and the Torrance Public Works Department have received numerous complaints about illegal dumping throughout the northern and central parts of the city....read more

Homicide Investigation Follow-Up

On Friday, January 4, 2019, at approximately 11:54 PM., Torrance Police Officers responded to Gable House Bowl located at 22501 Hawthorne Boulevard regarding shots fired at the location....read more

Homicide Investigation

On Friday, January 4, 2019, at approximately 11:54 p.m., Torrance Police Officers responded to Gable House Bowl located at 22501 Hawthorne Boulevard regarding shots fired at the location...read more

Major Traffic Collision

On Friday, December 28, 2018, at approximately 6:31 AM, Torrance Police Officers responded to the area of Hawthorne Boulevard and 180th Street regarding a major traffic collision involving a vehicle and a pedestrian...read more

DUI Checkpoint Results

On Thursday, December 20, 2018 between 8:00 PM and 2:00 AM the following morning, the Torrance Police Department Traffic Unit conducted a DUI/Drivers License checkpoint in the 5400 block of Torrance Boulevard...read more

Major Traffic Collision

On Thursday, December 20, 2018, at approximately 9:13 PM, Torrance Police Officers responded to the area of Carlow Road and Calle Mayor regarding a major traffic collision involving two vehicles...read more

DUI/Drivers License Checkpoint Planned this Weekend

The Torrance Police Department Traffic Unit will be conducting a DUI/Drivers License Checkpoint on December 20, 2018, at an undisclosed location within the city limits between the hours of 8:00 p.m. to 2:30 a.m...read more

St. James Embezzlement Investigation

On December 14, 2018, officials from the Los Angeles Archdiocese met with Torrance Police Investigators to provide supplemental information and to pursue a formal investigation...read more

OFFICER-INVOLVED SHOOTING   FOLLOW-UP INVESTIGATION

On Sunday, December 9, 2018, at approximately 8:00 PM, Patrol Officers were conducting a stolen vehicle investigation when an officer-involved shooting occurred in the Ralph’s Market parking lot located at 1770 Carson Street...read more

Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over

This holiday season, the Torrance Police Department is partnering with the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) to get impaired drivers off roads...read more

OFFICER-INVOLVED SHOOTING

On Sunday, December 9, 2018, at approximately 8:00 PM, an officer-involved shooting occurred in the Ralph’s Market parking lot located at 1770 Carson Street....read more

Fatal Traffic Collision

On December 9th, 2018 at approximately 2:59 AM, officers from the Torrance Police Department responded to a major traffic collision at the intersection of 190th Street and Hawthorne Boulevard in Torrance...read more

Tips for Safe Driving this Holiday Season

The Torrance Police Department would like to remind drivers to be safe during this busy Holiday Season. Please watch out for all bicyclists an pedestrians, and be mindful of the rainy days ahead...read more

 Sexual Assault Arrest

On Monday, December 3, 2018, Torrance Police Detectives responded to South Torrance High School to investigate a 2012 sexual assault incident involving a teacher and a former student (who was a minor at the time)....read more

 Major Traffic Collision

On Tuesday, November 27, 2018, at approximately 2:04 PM, Torrance Police Officers responded to the area of Crenshaw Boulevard and Skypark Drive regarding a major traffic collision involving a vehicle and a motorcycle....read more

 Major Traffic Collision

On Monday, November 5, 2018, at approximately 7:25 AM, Torrance Police Motors Officers responded to the area of 190th Street and Beryl Street regarding a major traffic collision involving a vehicle and a motorcycle....read more

Community Lead Officers ASSIST HOMELESS INDIVIDUALS & CLEAN-UP

On Monday, October 29, 2018, Torrance Police Community Lead Officers culminated a project at Osage Park and the 405 Freeway embankment that involved homeless outreach and extensive environmental clean-up.... read more

Honorary Swear In

On Tuesday evening, October 16, 2018, Torrance Police Chief Eve R. Irvine will swear in 7-year-old Drake Walker during the City Council Meeting as an Honorary Police Officer.... read more

Fatal Hit & Run Arrest

On Monday, September 17, 2018, at approximately 5:00 AM, Torrance Police Officers responded to the area of Hawthorne Boulevard and 227th Street after a passerby reported a bicyclist was down.... read more

Torrance Police Investigators Identify Commercial Burglars

Patrol Officers responded to a commercial burglary alarm at Paul’s Photo located at 23845 Hawthorne Boulevard and found the front door was smashed....read more

Death Investigation

On Tuesday, October 2, 2018, during the afternoon hours, Torrance Police Officers responded to the 20700 block of Anza Avenue regarding a welfare check.  During their investigation, Officers unfortunately discovered a deceased male adult and a deceased female adult within the residence....read more

DUI Checkpoint Results

On Friday, September 28, 2018 between 8:00 PM and 2:30 AM the following morning, the Torrance Police Department Traffic Unit conducted a DUI/Drivers License checkpoint in the 5400 block of Torrance Boulevard... read more

High Visibility Enforcement

The Torrance Police Department has received several reports of traffic concerns in school zones.  In response, several motor officers have devoted their time by balancing traffic enforcement and educating the community....read more

Pet Adoption Results

On Saturday, September 29, 2018, between 9:00 AM and 12:00 PM, the Torrance Police Department and Animal Control partnered with “Gone to the Dogs Rescue” and the “Los Angeles County Animal Care & Control” to host a a pet adoption....read more

Coyote Management & Response

On Wednesday, September 26, 2018, at approximately 8:27 AM, a Torrance Police Crossing Guard reported a coyote in the area of Torrance Boulevard and Anza Avenue....read more

Death Investigation

On Tuesday, September 25, 2018, at approximately 10:10 AM, Torrance Police Officers responded to the area of Del Amo Boulevard and Maple Avenue regarding a subject down on the railroad tracks....read more

Vehicle Theft Investigation

On Sunday evening, September 16, 2018, the owner of a 1997 GMC work truck parked his vehicle in the 4400 block of Torrance Boulevard....read more

High Visibility Enforcement

On Tuesday, September 18, 2018, between 1:00 PM and 3:00 PM, the Torrance Police Department conducted a scheduled HVE operation on Del Amo Boulevard between Hawthorne Boulevard and Western Avenue....read more

Fatal Hit & Run Investigation

On Monday, September 17, 2018, at approximately 5:00 AM, Torrance Police Officers responded to the area of Hawthorne Boulevard and 227th Street after a passerby reported a bicyclist was down....read more

Fatal Traffic Collision

On September 16, 2018, at approximately 12:27 am, officers from the Torrance Police Department responded to a major injury traffic collision involving a pedestrian and motor vehicle at the intersection of Hawthorne Boulevard and Artesia Boulevard....read more

Pet Adoption

On Saturday, September 29, 2018, between 9:00 AM and 12:00 PM, the Torrance Police Department will partner with “Gone to the Dogs Rescue” and the “Los Angeles County Animal Care & Control” ....read more

High Visibility Enforcement

On Tuesday, September 4, 2018, between 1:00 PM and 3:00 PM, the Torrance Police Department conducted an HVE operation on Del Amo Boulevard between Hawthorne Boulevard and Van Ness Avenue....read more

DUI Checkpoint Results

On Friday, August 24, 2018 between 8:00 PM and 3:00 AM the following morning, the Torrance Police Department Traffic Unit conducted a DUI/Drivers License checkpoint in the 3400 block of Torrance Boulevard...read more

OFFICER-INVOLVED SHOOTING Follow Up Information

On Monday, August 27, 2018, at approximately 4:55 PM, the armed suspect was apprehended in the 18700 block of Cordary Avenue by search teams comprised of SWAT, K9 and Patrol Officers....read more

OFFICER-INVOLVED SHOOTING

On Monday, August 27, 2018, at approximately 1:06 PM, a suspect armed with a knife confronted Torrance Police Officers in 18800 block of Florwood Avenue which resulted in an officer-involved shooting....read more

Parents and Caretakers encouraged to exercise caution around schools August is Back to School Safety Month

As the summer vacation comes to an end and children get ready to head back to school, the Torrance Police Department is joining the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) and local school districts to remind parents and caretakers to exercise caution around schools....read more

DUI/Drivers License Checkpoint Planned this Weekend

The Torrance Police Department Traffic Unit will be conducting a DUI/Drivers License Checkpoint on August 24, 2018, at an undisclosed location within the city limits between the hours of 8:00 p.m. to 2:30 a.m...read more

This Labor Day, and Every Day:  Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over

As we enter the final stretch of summer spending time at the pool or barbequing with friends and family, the Torrance Police Department...read more

High Visibility Enforcement

On Wednesday, August 15, 2018, between 3:30 PM and 6:30 PM, the Torrance Police Department conducted an HVE operation at the intersection of Crenshaw Boulevard and Pacific Coast Highway...read more

Fatal Traffic Collision

On August 11, 2018 at approximately 2:13 AM, officers from the Torrance Police Department responded to a major traffic collision at the intersection of Pacific Coast Highway and Madison Street....read more

Spirit Ride

On Friday, August 24, 2018, members of the Torrance Police Department will attend a ceremony at Wilson Park (located at 2200 Crenshaw Boulevard) to honor first responders who have lost their lives helping others on roadways... read more

“See Something, Say Something”  Leads to Robbery Arrests

On Sunday, July 29, 2018, at about 6:30 PM, Torrance Police Officers responded to the Starbucks located at 3931 Artesia Boulevard regarding a robbery investigation....read more

 Four Suspects in Custody for Murder

On Tuesday, June 19, 2018, at approximately 11:38 p.m., Torrance Police Officers responded to the parking lot of Home Depot located at 24451 Crenshaw Boulevard regarding shots fired.....read more

7-Eleven Robber Arrested

On Wednesday, July 4, 2018 at about 4:30 AM, Torrance Police Patrol Officers arrested an individual suspected of robbing multiple 7-Eleven convenience stores in the area.....read more

High Visibility Enforcement

On Tuesday, June 19, 2018, between 7:00 a.m. and 9:30 a.m., the Torrance Police Department conducted an HVE operation on Palos Verdes Boulevard between Sepulveda Boulevard and the southern city limit.....read more

Body Worn Cameras

The Torrance Police Department has now incorporated the use of a Mobile Video Audio Recording System.  After several months of testing and evaluation, the Torrance Police Department has begun implementing this technology....read more

Torrance Patrol Officers Arrest a Subject with a “Molotov Cocktail”

On Saturday, June 9, 2018, at approximately 11:12 p.m., patrol officers contacted a subject on a bicycle for traffic violations in the area of 186th Street and Burin Avenue....read more

Fatal Traffic Collision June 8, 2018

On June 7, 2018, at approximately 12:11 pm, officers from the Torrance Police Department responded to a major injury solo vehicle traffic collision involving a motorcyclist on Prairie Avenue, north of Artesia Boulevard...read more

Officer Involved Shooting

On June 1, 2018, at approximately 8:47 a.m., Torrance Police Officers responded to a service call involving a subject brandishing a knife in the area of Planet Fitness located at 20040 Hawthorne Boulevard in the City of Torrance.....read more

Torrance Unified School District  Cameras Help Locate Burglar

On May 20, 2018, at approximately 11:37 p.m., Torrance Police Officers responded to the 3500 block of 185th Street after a resident reported a suspicious person looking into parked vehicles with a flashlight.....read more

Motorcycle Thieves Apprehended

Torrance Police Patrol Officers arrested three individuals suspected of working in concert while committing vehicle theft.....read more

Package Thieves Apprehended

After several months, Torrance Police Detectives completed an in-depth follow-up investigation on two individuals suspected of stealing packages from doorsteps. Commonly referred to as “Porch Pirates”, investigators initially traced these suspects to a theft from a vehicle back in December of 2017.....read more

High Visibility Enforcement  19% Decrease in Traffic Collisions YTD

On Wednesday, May 9, 2018, between 3:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m., the Torrance Police Department conducted an HVE operation on Madison Street between Skypark Drive and Lomita Boulevard. .....read more

Attempt Murder Suspects Arrested

On April 27, 2018, Torrance Police Detectives completed their attempt murder investigation and submitted their findings to the District Attorney’s Office for felony filings.....read more

Bicycle Thieves

The Torrance Police Department noticed a spike in bicycle thefts in the northern and western portions of the City between January and March of this year.....read more

TEN YEARS OF HANDS-FREE LAW:  CHALLENGES REMAIN

Drivers are using their cell phones less often while driving, 10 years after “hands-free” became the law, but distracted driving....read more

Traffic Collision

On April 17, 2018, at approximately 11:00 p.m., officers responded to a major traffic collision at the intersection of Artesia Boulevard and Van Ness Avenue......read more

SAFETY BELT  AWARENESS

The Torrance Police Department encourages everyone of all ages to wear their safety belts while traveling......read more

Commercial Burglary Case Filed

On Sunday, April 1, 2018, at approximately 5:00 p.m., officers responded to “Junk King” located at 2908 Oregon Court after the business owner was alerted that someone was in the closed business......read more

 High Visibility Enforcement

On Wednesday, April 11, 2018, between 6 a.m. and 10 a.m., the Torrance Police Department conducted an HVE operation on Western Avenue between 190th Street and Carson Street. “Accident Hot Spots” and other traffic concerns were the focus.....read more

59th Annual Torrance Armed Forces Day Celebration & Parade

The City of Torrance is honored to pay tribute to the nation’s Armed Forces by hosting its 59th Annual Armed Forces Day Celebration & Parade – the City’s longest standing tradition.  The celebration will begin Friday, May 18, 2018 until Sunday, May 20, 2018....read more

DUI Checkpoint Results

The Torrance Police Department Traffic Unit conducted a DUI/Drivers License checkpoint on April 13, 2018, in the eastbound lanes of the 4300 block of Pacific Coast Highway between the hours of 8:00 p.m. and 2:30 a.m....read more

“See Something, Say Something” Leads to Apprehension

On March 29, 2018, at approximately 10:35 a.m., officers responded to the 1900 block of 236th Street in the City of Torrance after a neighbor reported suspicious activity.  Officers discovered a victim had interrupted a subject burglarizing their residence....read more

High Visibility Enforcement

After assisting other agencies in a regional approach to traffic safety, the Torrance Police Department resumed HVE operations within the city ....read more

Auto Thief Arrested

On March 26, 2018, at approximately 1:22 a.m., patrol officers were conducting routine patrol in the area of Felbar Avenue and 187th Street....read more

Major Traffic Collision Incident # 180011308 March 13, 2018

On March 12, 2018, at approximately 8:06 pm, officers from the Torrance Police Department responded to a major injury traffic collision in the 17900 block of northbound Hawthorne Boulevard...read more

This St. Patrick’s Day,  Don’t Rely on the Luck o’ the Irish: Buzzed Driving Is Drunk Driving

St. Patrick’s Day is one of the most popular holidays in the United States. With a plethora of Irish immigrants—and many, many more St. Patrick’s Day well-wishers, the ......read more

 DUI Saturation Patrol Nets an Arrest

The Torrance Police Department Traffic Unit conducted a DUI Saturation Patrol on March 9, 2018 between the hours of 6:00 p.m. and 3:00 a.m.  High Visibility Enforcement efforts like this have a deterrent effect, lowering the incidents of impaired driving.....read more

DUI Enforcement Operation Planned this Weekend

Officers from the Torrance Police Department’s DUI Enforcement Team will be deploying this weekend to stop and arrest alcohol and drug-impaired drivers in the Department’s ongoing traffic safety campaign....read more

 High Visibility Enforcement Results

On Wednesday, February 21, 2018, between 9 a.m. and 2 p.m., the Torrance Police Department conducted a citywide HVE operation with the assistance of partnering agencies...read more

High Visibility Enforcement Planned February 21st

On Wednesday, February 21, 2018, an HVE operation will be conducted CITYWIDE.  The Torrance Police Department will partner with other local agencies to solely focus on “hotspots” and areas of concern within the city limits.  Participating agencies include...read more

High Visibility Enforcement

On Thursday, February 15, 2018, an HVE operation was conducted at Pacific Coast Hwy and Hawthorne Boulevard between 7:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m.  The majority of the violations centered around “IMPROPER CELLPHONE USAGE”, “FAILURE TO OBEY SIGNS” and “UNSAFE SPEED.”....read more

Major Traffic Collision Incident

On February 16, 2018, at approximately 10:25 p.m., officers from the Torrance Police Department responded to a major traffic collision at the intersection of Hawthorne Boulevard and Carson Street....read more

High Visibility Enforcement

On Thursday, February 15, 2018, the Torrance Police Department will conduct their 3rd HVE operation at the intersections of Prairie Avenue and Redondo Beach Boulevard and Crenshaw Boulevard and Artesia Boulevard....read more

Major Traffic Collision Incident

On February 12, 2018, at approximately 3:41 am, officers from the Torrance Police Department responded to a major injury traffic collision in the 3600 block of Emerald Street...read more

High Visibility Enforcement

In the City of Torrance, there were 230 more traffic collisions in 2017 than in 2016.  There has also been an unfortunate increase in collisions resulting in fatalities....read more

Paintball Shooters Identified &  Apprehended

Within 48 hours, Torrance Police Investigators identified and apprehended three individuals suspected of firing paintballs at innocent victims last Sunday evening.  Detectives spent numerous hours....read more

Two Additional “Bank Juggers”  Rearrested

Torrance Police Investigators remain diligent in identifying additional “Bank Juggers” who have preyed on surrounding communities.  Following up on investigative leads.....read more

Fatal Traffic Collision

On January 30, 2018 at approximately 7:49 p.m., officers from the Torrance Police Department responded to a major traffic collision at the intersection of Sepulveda Boulevard and Anza Avenue.....read more

Don’t Fumble: Tackle Impaired Driving Before the Clock Start

Kickoff on America’s favorite past time is just about ready to start. For many football fans, when it’s time for Super Bowl LII, everyone’s a fan…and Fans Don’t Let Fans Drive Drunk.....read more

Fatal Traffic Collision

On January 26, 2018, at approximately 9:22 pm, officers from the Torrance Police Department responded to a major injury traffic collision....read more

Robbery Arrests

On January 17, 2018, Torrance Police Department Investigators arrested five subjects all from Houston, Texas for charges ranging from robbery, conspiracy and vehicle burglary....read more

“See Something Say Something” Helps reunite a dog with its family

On January 11, 2018, during the early afternoon, a responsible resident reported suspicious activity in the 2900 block of Carson Street. Patrol Officers arrived and contacted Erik Ruiz Serratos inside a parked vehicle. ....read more

Death Investigation

On Monday, January 1, 2018, at approximately 2:30 p.m., Torrance Police officers responded to Crate & Barrel located 21710 Hawthorne Boulevard regarding a disruptive subject holding a knife and throwing items....read more

Major Injury Traffic Collision December 24, 2017

On December 24, 2017, at approximately 5:43 p.m., officers from the Torrance Police Department responded to a major injury traffic collision involving a motorcycle and vehicle on Hawthorne Boulevard and Emerald Street in the City of Torrance....read more

DUI Checkpoint Results

The Police Department Traffic Unit conducted a DUI/Drivers License checkpoint on December 21, 2017, in the 5400 Block of Torrance Boulevard between the hours of 8:00 p.m. and 3:00 a.m...read more

Major Traffic Collision

On December 23, 2017, in the early morning hours, officers from the Torrance Police Department responded to a major traffic collision at the intersection of Anza Avenue and Lomita Blvd...read more

Major Traffic Collision 

On December 17, 2017, at approximately 6:23 p.m., officers from the Torrance Police Department responded to a major traffic collision at the intersection of Anza Avenue and Spencer Street....read more. 

DUI/Drivers License Checkpoint Planned this Weekend

The Torrance Police Department Traffic Unit will be conducting a DUI/Drivers License Checkpoint on December 21, 2017, at an undisclosed location within the city limits between the hours of 8:00 p.m. to 2:30 a.m....read more. 

DUI Saturation Patrol  Nets 2 Arrests

The Torrance Police Department Traffic Unit conducted a DUI Saturation Patrol on December 15, 2017 between the hours of 6:00 p.m. and 3:00 a.m.  High Visibility Enforcement efforts like ....read more. 

2 Week Statewide Winter Holiday DUI Campaign

This holiday season, The Torrance Department will work around the clock to keep drivers and passengers safe as they search for impaired drivers....read more. 

Package Thief Apprehended

On Thursday, 07 December 2017, undercover Torrance Police Detectives resumed covert surveillance on a subject suspected of stealing packages....read more. 

DUI Enforcement Planned This Weekend

Officers from the Torrance Police Department’s DUI Enforcement Team will be deploying this weekend to stop and arrest alcohol and drug-impaired drivers....read more.

Major Traffic Collision Incident #170059775

On Saturday, November 18, 2017, at 8:45 a.m., officers from the Torrance Police Department responded to a major traffic collision in the 4800 block of Sepulveda Boulevard....read more.

Fatal Traffic Collision  

On Tuesday, November 14, 2017, at about 10:28 a.m., officers from the Torrance Police Department responded to a major traffic collision at the intersection of Hawthorne Boulevard and Del Amo Boulevard....read more.

Torrance Police Department   Halloween DUI Deployment

Halloween is a time for making memories, not causing nightmares.  This Halloween, The Torrance Police Department is reminding Halloween partiers that Buzzed Driving is Drunk Driving....read more.

Major Traffic Collision

On October 23, 2017, at approximately 8:14 p.m., officers from the Torrance Police Department responded to major traffic collision at the intersection of Pacific Coast Highway and Ocean Avenue.  ....read more.

Torrance Police Department Receives Grant For Special Traffic Enforcement and Crash Prevention

The Torrance Police Department has been awarded a $240,000.00 grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) for a year-long program of special enforcements and public awareness efforts....read more.

Officer Involved Shooting

On October 14, 2017, at approximately 02:08 a.m., Torrance Police officers attempted a traffic stop on a reckless driver in a green Ford ranger suspected of DUI in the area of Pacific Coast Highway and Hawthorne Boulevard ....read more.

Teen Safety Week

Car crashes are the leading cause of death for teenagers, ahead of all other types of injury, disease, or violence.  To shed light on this epidemic and reduce the number of lives lost, the Torrance Department ....read more.

Robbery Arrests

On Monday, October 2, 2017, at about 3 p.m., a male suspect entered Opus Bank located at 23600 Hawthorne Boulevard....read more.

Major Traffic Collision Incident

On October 06, 2017, at approximately 5:46 p.m., officers from the Torrance Police Department responded to a major traffic collision involving three vehicles on Prairie Avenue at 182nd Street....read more.

Suspected Vehicle Thief Arrested After Attempting to Flee

On Saturday night, September 16, 2017, at approximately 10:40 p.m., officers located a stolen vehicle in the area of Crenshaw Blvd and 182nd Street....read more.

 Torrance Police Department DUI Checkpoint Nets 1 Arrest

The Torrance Police Department Traffic Unit conducted a DUI/Drivers License checkpoint on September 8, 2017, in the 3400 block of Torrance Blvd between the hours of 8:00 p.m. and 3:00 a.m....read more.

"Back to School" Traffic Safety Reminders and Tips

As Torrance's children head back to school, the Torrance Police Department is reminding motorists to take extra precaution when traveling in school zones...read more.

Fatal Traffic Collision Hawthorne Blvd and Halison St

On August 28, 2017 at approximately 9:13 p.m., officers from the Torrance Police Department responded to a major injury traffic collision involving a motorcycle and passenger vehicle at...read more.

"See Something Say Something" Helps Police Catch Burglar

On August 25, 2017 at approximately 1:45 p.m., police responded to the 2600 block of 163rd St regarding suspicious activity. Upon arrival, they observed the suspect exiting the victim's residence...read more.

Injury Traffic Collision

On August 23, 2017, at 1:33 a.m., patrol officers discovered a major single car traffic collision at the intersection of Sepulveda Boulevard and Walnut Street. A 1984 gray BMW being driven by a lone occupant...read more.

Police Stop Commercial Burglary Suspects

On August 19, 2017, at approximately 1:50 a.m., patrol officers responded to Time Master Watch Repair located in the 3100 block of Artesia Boulevard. Upon arrival, officers observed a male subject...read more.

DUI/Driver's License Checkpoint Planned This Weekend

The Torrance Police Department Traffic Unit will be conducting a DUI/Driver's License checkpoint on August 25, 2017, at an undisclosed location within the city limits between the hours of 8:00 p.m. to 3:30 a.m. ...read more.

National Night Out 2017

On August 1, 2017, over 70 officers from the Torrance Police Department participated in "National Night Out". Department personnel visited 25 different locations throughout the city....read more.

 

Last Suspect Identified in the PCH/242nd St. Fatal Traffic Collision

On Wednesday, July 12, 2017, officers of the Torrance Police Department arrested Zachary Leets, a 19 year old of Torrance, for Vehicular Manslaughter and associated charges....read more.

 

Woman Burglarized in 2011 Reunited with Stolen Property

On July 7, 2017, investigators from the Torrance Police Department posted on its Facebook page photographs obtained from a stolen camera in hopes to identify the victims....read more.

 

Fourth of July Reminder: Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over

This Fourth of July, as friends and family travel to picnics and barbecues across the country, the Torrance Police Department, Sheriff Deputies and the California Highway Patrol will be out....read more.

 

Fatal Traffic Collision Incident 

On Thursday, June 29, 2017, at approximately 12:10a.m., officers from the Torrance Police Department responded to a major traffic collision at Van Ness Avenue and Torrance Boulevard....read more.

 

"Shoulder-Tap" and "Minor Decoy" Statistics for the Past 12 Months

Between June 2016 and June 2017, the Torrance Police Department has participated in several "Decoy Shoulder-Tap" and "Minor Decoy" operations within its city limits....read more.

 

4th of July

In celebration of our nation's independence, The City of Torrance will be hosting its second annual fireworks show July 4th, 2017 at 9 p.m. at the Torrance Civic Center....read more.

 

Major Traffic Collision

On June 23, 2017 at approximately 10:16 p.m., officers from the Torrance Police Department responded to a major traffic collision....read more.

 

Torrance Police Department Animal Control Hosting Vaccination Clinic

On Wednesday, June 28, 2017, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., The Torrance Police Department Animal Control Unit is hosting a vaccination clinic for dogs and cats....read more.

 

Shoulder-Tap Decoy

The Torrance Police Department recently participated in a "Decoy Shoulder-Tap" operation on June 12th, 2017 within its city limits. During the operation....read more.

 

Fatal Traffic Collision 

On June 3, 2017 at approximately 11:53 p.m., officers from the Torrance Police Department responded to a major two car accident....read more.