Press Releases

The Ontario Police Department Traffic Unit will be conducting a DUI/Driver’s License Checkpoint on May 25, 2018 at an undisclosed location within the city limits between the hours of 6:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m.

In recent years, California has seen a disturbing increase in drug-impaired driving crashes. The Ontario Police department supports the new effort from the Office of Traffic Safety that aims to educate all drivers that “DUI Doesn’t Just Mean Booze.” If you take prescription drugs, particularly those with a driving or operating machinery warning on the label, you might be… Read More

Ontario law enforcement will show zero tolerance 

As the unofficial start of summer, the Memorial Day holiday weekend is a busy time for Californians. Each year, the highways fill with families in vehicles, on their way to start their summer vacations. To help keep drivers and passengers safe, the Ontario Police Department is reminding motorists to Click It or Ticket. The national seat belt campaign will take place May 21 through June 3, concurrent with the busy travel season. 

The Ontario Police Department will deploy additional officers during the two-week… Read More

Ontario Police are investigating a shooting that led to the death of a man in the 300 block of East Carlton Street, in the City of Ontario.

Police were called to the scene of the shooting early this morning at approximately 12:03 AM. Upon arrival, they discovered an adult male victim lying on the front porch of the residence with an apparent gun shot wound. The victim succombed to his injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene by Ontario Fire paramedics. The suspect fled the scene prior to police arrival and has not been identified.

Information received from… Read More

The Ontario Police Department Traffic Unit will be conducting a DUI/Driver’s License Checkpoint on May 11, 2018 at an undisclosed location within the city limits between the hours of 6:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m.

In recent years, California has seen a disturbing increase in drug-impaired driving crashes. The Ontario Police department supports the new effort from the Office of Traffic Safety that aims to educate all drivers that “DUI Doesn’t Just Mean Booze.” If you take prescription drugs, particularly those with a driving or operating machinery warning on the label, you might be… Read More

In order to reduce motorcycle crashes and save lives, Ontario Police Department and the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) are teaming up with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) this May for the annual Motorcycle Safety Awareness campaign to help save lives on our roadways. The awareness campaign aims to educate vehicle drivers and motorcyclists on how each motorist can be more aware of the other, creating safer roads and saving lives in the process.

Ontario Police Department will join law enforcement throughout the state to step up… Read More

With the California weather warming up, the Ontario Police Department and the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) are highlighting how bicycling is a great way to stay in shape, save money on gas, reduce pollution and when visiting recreational areas, a great way to see the sights. These benefits are nothing new to cyclists and community leaders. Many cities have created bike-friendly routes now complete with bike paths, special bicycle parking areas and special amenities. National Bike Safety Month in May is just one way we celebrate our love to ride.

However,… Read More