Skip to main content

King City Police Officer promoted to Sergeant



King City Police Chief Robert Masterton Promoted Officer Ricardo Robles to the Rank of Sergeant on Thursday, October 11. Sergeant Robles is 19 year veteran of law enforcement who started his career as a King City Police Explorer in 1994 where he learned about the basic and interworkings of a police department as well as the responsibilities of a police officer. He participated in ride-a-longs with police officers, worked crowd control at community events such as the Salinas Valley Fair and the Concourse De Elagance in Monterey. In 1996 , Robles attended law enforcement classes at Hartnell Community College and upon completion of the classes he was appointed as a Level 1 Reserve Officer, while in 1998 Sergeant Robles attended the Regular Basic Police Academy at Gabilan College and upon graduation from the police academy in 1999 he was appointed as a regular full time officer with the King City Police Department. During his tenure with the King City Police Department, Sgt. Robles has served in various facets as a Patrol Officer, Police Explorer Advisor, Field Training Officer, School Resource Officer and is one of the departments less lethal weapons instructors. Sergeant Robles was pinned with his sergeants badge by his wife of 19 years Lupe Robles. Police Chief Masterson would like to wish Sergeant Robles the best in his new endeavors and future assignments as a Police Sergeant. He would also like to thank the King City City Council and the public for the continued support of the police department.

Comments

Post a Comment

Popular posts from this blog

Lake San Antonio Closed Due to Large Scale Fish Die Off; Number of Fish Impacted is Increasing and Reason for Die Off Remains Unknown

July 9, 2024- Out of abundance of caution for public health, County of Monterey Parks is closing the Lake San Antonio facility due to a large-scale fish die off from an unknown cause. On July 5, 2024, Parks staff noticed that dead baitfish, mostly shad, began washing up on the shore around Lake San Antonio and immediately contacted California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) to report the situation. At that time, the CDFW fisheries biologist stated the fish die off was most likely due to the high temperatures and low dissolved oxygen level in the water and that the situation most likely did not present a risk to the public. Parks staff also contacted the Water Resources Agency (WRA), State Water Resources Control Board and Environmental Health Bureau.   Unfortunately, the fish die off has continued with larger species such as bass, catfish, crappie, carp, and trout being impacted. Attached photos include a 3–4-pound bass.   CDFW, WRA and EHB are working together to try t...
Post a Comment
Read more

King City Man Arrested on January 6 for Rape, Unlawful Sexual Intercourse with a Minor and Kidnapping

  According to King City Police Department, on December 30, 2024 a 17-year-old minor female victim reported that she had attended a party on the 100 Block of Bedford Circle on December 24, 2024. During the party, the suspect provided her with alcohol. He then pulled the victim into a bedroom, forcibly removed her clothing and had sexual intercourse with her against her will. This case was investigated by the King City Police Department Investigations Unit which resulted in the apprehension and arrest on January 6, 2025 of the suspect identified as 21-year-old Jesus Oseguera Briseno of King City. Briseno was also booked into the Monterey County Jail charged with Rape, Unlawful Sexual Intercourse with a Minor and Kidnapping. Anyone with further information regarding this case is encouraged to contact the King City Police Department at (844) 844-3382; Sergeant Josh Partida (831) 385-4848 or jpartida@kingcity.com; or the WeTip line at 1-800-78-CRIME. Your call may remain completely ano...
Post a Comment
Read more

Attempted Homicide Shooting Incident in King City on September 29

  The King City Police Department received a report of gunshots heard in the area of the 600 block of Sycamore Street at around 1 am on Sunday, September 29. While enroute, the King City PD was advised that 2 victims were transported to Mee Memorial Hospital by private vehicle to be treated for gunshot wounds.   Upon arrival, officers were told that a single unknown suspect opened the gate to a fenced yard and fired 10 rounds into a crowd attending a party. 2 individuals were struck by the gunfire, after-which the suspect fled on foot.  The suspect was described as wearing a dark colored hoodie and pants. The 2 victims are a 16-year-old juvenile male who was shot 3 times and an 18-year-old male who was shot 1 time.  Both victims were transported to Natividad Hospital from Mee Memorial and are currently listed in stable condition. Detectives from the King City Police Department are currently working the investigation with assistance from the Greenfield Police Dep...
Post a Comment
Read more