California Department of Justice Archives - Open Vallejo

A woman stands outside near a wooden post, wearing a striped scarf and green jacket. The background shows a garden with soft, natural lighting.

Vallejo’s next mayor pledges forensic audit and ‘meaningful’ reforms

by Anna Bauman November 19, 2024November 19, 2024

A nighttime scene showing a parked car with its hazard lights on, positioned in front of several police vehicles with flashing red and blue lights. The police cars illuminate the dark street, casting blue and red hues across the scene. The background is dimly lit, with faint outlines of buildings and trees.

Vallejo police get year-one reform plan, five months after start date

by Vanessa Arredondo November 8, 2024November 8, 2024

A black-and-white portrait of Andrew Murray in an outdoor setting, dressed in a formal suit and tie, looking off into the distance with a composed expression.

Vallejo City Manager Andrew Murray: The Public Safety Interview

by Anna Bauman October 24, 2024October 24, 2024

A man wearing glasses and a black shirt hugging a person wearing a white hoodie with the word "justice" on the back.

Vallejo officers could lose badges as state opens investigation

by Vanessa Arredondo October 18, 2024October 18, 2024

A triptych of headshots shows three police leaders, all in uniform. On the left is Vallejo Interim Police Chief Jason Ta, in the center is Fresno Deputy Police Chief Mark Salazar, and on the right is San Francisco Deputy Police Chief Mikail Ali. Each officer smiles while wearing a uniform, tie, and metal badge.

Here are the Vallejo police chief finalists the city tried to keep secret

by Anna Bauman September 27, 2024September 28, 2024

Vallejo Mayor Robert McConnell speaks passionately into a microphone during a public meeting, seated among other council members at a curved desk. Two women and two men, including a man in glasses and a blue suit, are focused on the proceedings. The setting appears formal, with the panel framed by wood paneling and computer monitors.

Vallejo mulls DEI position following police chief hiring controversy

by Anna Bauman September 25, 2024September 25, 2024

A speaker stands at a podium, addressing a meeting about Vallejo Police Chief recruitment. A screen to the left displays discussion points, while another man seated at a table listens attentively, with microphones and papers in front of him. The window in the background shows a colorful mural, brightening the formal setting.

Amid backlash, Vallejo to seek more input on police chief hire

by Anna Bauman September 23, 2024September 25, 2024

A Vallejo police officer gestures while holding a gun in one hand, his uniform and vehicle illuminated by the warm light of late afternoon. The background shows a sign for Kyles Temple A.M.E. Zion Church.

As Vallejo police force shrinks, 911 response times soar

by Anna Bauman September 23, 2024September 28, 2024

‘A disgrace’: Vallejo police chief interview panel lacked Black residents

by Anna Bauman September 13, 2024September 25, 2024

A street scene at dusk showing multiple police vehicles, including a black-and-white patrol car. Several police officers are gathered near the vehicles, with one officer walking towards the foreground. The area is lit by the setting sun, casting long shadows. A white SUV is parked in the middle of the scene, with its driver's door open. The atmosphere suggests a police investigation or search operation.

DOJ consultants met with skepticism over Vallejo police reforms

by Anna Bauman August 16, 2024September 20, 2024