Serving the communities of Casa de Oro, El Cajon, Jamul, La Mesa, Mt. Helix, Rancho San Diego, Spring Valley, as well as the Sycuan Indian Reservation.

Emergency: 9-1-1

858-565-5200 (Dispatch)
619-660-7090 (Business)

Message from Captain Amber Baggs 

The Rancho San Diego Command has a diverse population with over 190,000 residents.   The station is responsible for 150 square miles stretching from the International Border to the Cleveland National Forrest and includes the Imperial Beach and Lemon Grove Substations.  The Rancho San Diego Command is committed to working with our communities to provide the highest level of law enforcement services. Staff are expected to treat all people with dignity and respect while maintaining a professional and approachable attitude.

The Rancho San Diego Station has 81 deputies, a Crime Analyst, two Crime Prevention Specialists, two Community Service Officers and seven Professional Staff members. We use the Information Led Policing (ILP) business model to analyze crime trends to implement meaningful strategies to reduce crime and increase the quality of life. We consistently collaborate with other resources when a more comprehensive strategy is required.

Patrol

Patrol deputies respond to calls for service, 24 hours a day. Each deputy is assigned to a geographical beat, which enables the deputies to become familiar with the residents in their assigned areas and with the challenges shared by the community. The beat system is a cornerstone of the community oriented policing concept, requiring collaborative interaction between neighborhood residents and their deputies. Patrol deputies also actively participate in the community, attending Neighborhood Watch meetings and making presentations to youth groups, service groups and schools.

Traffic

The California Highway Patrol (CHP) is the agency responsible for traffic enforcement in the unincorporated areas throughout the State of California.

Detectives

Detectives investigate cases involving theft, physical assaults (excluding homicides), sexual assaults, vandalism, burglaries, annoying phone calls and other crimes. Specialized investigative units such as homicide, bomb/arson, financial crimes, domestic violence, child abuse and narcotics handle specific crimes for the entire Sheriff’s jurisdiction, including the Lemon Grove Substation.

Crime Prevention

Crime Prevention Specialists assigned to the Rancho San Diego Station provide information and presentations about the following topics:

• Residential and Commercial security techniques
• Internet Safety
• Vehicle Theft Prevention
• Identity Theft Protection
• Robbery Prevention
• Crime Prevention for Senior Citizens
• Cons and Frauds
• Crime Prevention for Children
• Keeping Illegal Activity Out of Rental Property (Crime-free Multi Housing)
• Neighborhood Watch
• Business Watch

Senior Volunteers

The Sheriff’s Senior Volunteer Patrol program is designed to draw upon the experience of senior citizens from our community. The men and women participating in the Rancho San Diego Station’s program provide valuable assistance to existing staff as it strives to increase the quality of life in the community. These dedicated volunteers provide many valuable services to our community including:

• Home vacation security checks
• Visit the homebound (You Are Not Alone –YANA)
• Enforce handicapped parking regulations
• Patrol in marked SVP vehicles
• Assist Crime Prevention with public presentations
• Conduct residential and business security surveys

Volunteers undergo a background check, receive training to perform their duties, and are asked to work a minimum of six hours per week. Volunteers are always needed. If interested, please contact (619) 660-7090.

Learn more about the Sheriff’s Senior Volunteer Program