Transparency

As Trust is one of our Core Values, the Brea Police Department is dedicated to transparency in the performance of our duties. We are ever mindful of the authority bestowed upon us by the community we serve, and endeavor to enhance community interaction through communication.

Use of Force Statistics

20232024

Number of Incidents: 16

Level of Citizen Injury:

  • Minor/Complaint of Pain: 3
  • Moderate:
  • Major:
  • Death:
  • No Injury: 13

Rate of Force Used: 0.059%

16 out of 27,152 calls/stops

Number of Incidents: 12

Level of Citizen Injury:

  • Minor/Complaint of Pain: 10
  • Moderate: 
  • Major: 
  • Death: 1
  • No Injury: 1

Rate of Force Used: 0.045%

12 out of 26,311 calls/stops



Officers Assaulted by Year

20232024

15 Officers Assaulted

11 Officers Assaulted



Citizen Complaints

20232024

Number of Complaints: 14

Findings:

  • Exonerated: 4
  • Unfounded: 3
  • Sustained: 3
  • Not Sustained:
  • Pending/Open: 4

Rate of Citizen Complaints: 0.014%

 14 out of 27,152  calls/stop

Number of Complaints: 15

Findings:

  • Exonerated: 6
  • Unfounded: 5
  • Sustained: 1
  • Not Sustained: 
  • Pending/Open: 3

Rate of Citizen Complaints: 0.057%

15 out of 26,311 calls/stop


Definitions: Unfounded, alleged act did not actually occur. Exonerated, act occurred, but was lawful, proper, and/or justified. Sustained, actions or behaviors violated policy and/or law. Not Sustained, insufficient evidence to sustain or exonerate. Pending/Open, complaint is still being investigated. 


Citizen Feedback

We welcome constructive feedback on the performance of our employees. If you have had a positive interaction with a member of our police department, please contact the Watch Commander at 714-990-7624, or you may submit online by clicking here.

The Brea Police Department takes all complaints seriously regarding the service provided by the Department and the conduct of its members.  Fair and impartial law enforcement which respects the individual dignity of all is essential.  The Brea Police Department professionally and objectively investigate all citizen complaints as thoroughly as possible to arrive at all the facts.  A thorough investigation ensures the integrity of the Department while protecting the rights and interests of both citizen and Department employees.

You are encouraged to file a complaint in person with the Watch Commander.  If you are unable to come in person, you may call the Watch Commander at 714-990-7624.  If the Watch Commander isn’t available, please ask to speak with a supervisor.

You may also obtain a Citizen Complaint Form at the front counter, or you may complete this Complaint Form and it will be submitted to a supervisor.