Operations Division

Captain Dickinson

Area Commanders

The Brea Police Department is divided into the Uniform and Investigative Divisions, directed by two captains. Read on to meet Captain Dickinson and Captain Rodriguez.

Community Outreach Bureau

The Community Outreach Bureau consists of the Downtown Liaison Officer (DLO), the Homeless Liaison Officer (HLO), and the School Resource Officer (SRO), all of which are under the direct supervision of one Lieutenant. This unit allows the police department greater flexibility and responsiveness to meet our community’s needs. These officers, while maintaining their primary responsibilities, are cross-trained in one another’s assignments and partner together as a team, assisting each other as the demands of their roles fluctuate. The Community Outreach Bureau is often present at community events, engaging with the public on a regular basis. They not only respond to incidents but also focus on education and building strong working relationships with community members.

Patrol

The patrol officers that work in the Patrol Division of the police department and are often called first responders.

Traffic

The goal of the Traffic Unit is to ensure traffic safety. These motor (motorcycle) officers receive specialized training in order to focus their efforts on preventing problems and enforcing traffic safety laws.

S.W.A.T.

The Special Weapons And Tactics team is a designated unit of law enforcement officers that is specifically trained and equipped to work as a coordinated team responding to critical incidents.