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Los Santos Police Department
Los Santos, San Andreas
Los Santos: The Los Santos Police Department (LSPD), through its Media Relations Division (MRD), under Police Chief Sanchez, continues to expand efforts to ensure the public is informed and engaged through transparent, timely, and accurate communication. The LSPD is committed to being more accessible and provide more opportunities to interact with media through events, exclusive invitations for media, as well as future press conferences at the newly renovated press room within MRPD.
Since September, the LSPD has been working on a brand new series, a collaborative project, Behind the Badge, with none other than Solomon Cobb of #CobbBlog . This project will be a unique first of it's kind feature with media to collaborate to showcase the incredible work being done by our Department, while allowing the public to get a firsthand look at who we are in a unique way.
The Media Relations Division is the bridge between the LSPD and the community. MRD is structured into three sections:
Together, these sections ensure the Department is accessible, accountable, and connected to the people of Los Santos.
The LSPD values the media as partner in informing the community. Media helps to provide the public with an inside look into police work, community safety efforts, and Department updates. The Media Relations Division works closely with reporters and news agencies to provide accurate information, answer inquiries, and maintain open lines of communication on behalf of the Department. For the LSPD it's about trust. It's crucial for there to be mutual respect and trust between law enforcement and the media in order to maintain public confidence. To maintain safety the of our officers and integrity of the reporting, the LSPD enforces specific restrictions on media access for individuals with a history of serious felonies or a history of documented gang affiliation.
This exciting collaboration will feature exclusive interviews, ride-alongs, demonstrations, and an inside intimate look at the LSPD. This will include
This partnership aims to give behind-the-scenes access to the media in a way the LSPD has not done before, further modernizing the way the Department communicates with the city.
To maintain professionalism and security, the Media Relations Division oversees the Department’s Press Pass Program. Any media personnel holding a Press Pass must be accompanied by a current member of MRD or any Supervisor within the LSPD.
To apply for the Press Pass, please follow this link viewtopic.php?t=104599
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Los Santos, San Andreas
News Release
NR098-25aj
November 13, 2025
LSPD x CobbBlog: A New Chapter in Police Transparency and Media Access
Los Santos: The Los Santos Police Department (LSPD), through its Media Relations Division (MRD), under Police Chief Sanchez, continues to expand efforts to ensure the public is informed and engaged through transparent, timely, and accurate communication. The LSPD is committed to being more accessible and provide more opportunities to interact with media through events, exclusive invitations for media, as well as future press conferences at the newly renovated press room within MRPD.
Since September, the LSPD has been working on a brand new series, a collaborative project, Behind the Badge, with none other than Solomon Cobb of #CobbBlog . This project will be a unique first of it's kind feature with media to collaborate to showcase the incredible work being done by our Department, while allowing the public to get a firsthand look at who we are in a unique way.
What MRD Is
The Media Relations Division is the bridge between the LSPD and the community. MRD is structured into three sections:
- Media Relations Section (MRS): Drafts news releases and advisories, ensuring transparency in Department updates.
- Community Affairs Section (CAS): Hosts and coordinates events, promoting outreach and community engagement.
- Public Information Section (PIS): Handles public inquiries on behalf of the Department.
Together, these sections ensure the Department is accessible, accountable, and connected to the people of Los Santos.
How LSPD Works With Media
The LSPD values the media as partner in informing the community. Media helps to provide the public with an inside look into police work, community safety efforts, and Department updates. The Media Relations Division works closely with reporters and news agencies to provide accurate information, answer inquiries, and maintain open lines of communication on behalf of the Department. For the LSPD it's about trust. It's crucial for there to be mutual respect and trust between law enforcement and the media in order to maintain public confidence. To maintain safety the of our officers and integrity of the reporting, the LSPD enforces specific restrictions on media access for individuals with a history of serious felonies or a history of documented gang affiliation.
Collaboration with Cobb
This exciting collaboration will feature exclusive interviews, ride-alongs, demonstrations, and an inside intimate look at the LSPD. This will include
- Traffic Enforcement Division: a look into LSPD's high-speed vehicles, traffic enforcement and our Traffic Safety Program.
- SWAT: An exclusive tryout for Cobb himself to experience SWAT's rigorous training program firsthand.
- Gangs and Narcotics Division: Interviews and ride-alongs to get an inside look at the hardworking members of GND
- LSPD K9: Meet our dogs and handlers (maybe even catch Cobb in the bite suit).
- Cadets/Academy: What does it look like when you join the LSPD, what to expect, a firsthand look.
- Firearm Licensing Division: Licensing, firearms, and the gun range and all things gun safety.
- Air Support Division: Intimate exclusive access to our helicopters and meeting our pilots who keep the city safe from the skies.
- Detective Bureau: Can Cobb crack a case like our detectives?
- Training Divisions: Hear from our commanding officers about what it takes to become a member of the LSPD and the opportunities within the LSPD to expand your skillset and knowledge.
- And More!
This partnership aims to give behind-the-scenes access to the media in a way the LSPD has not done before, further modernizing the way the Department communicates with the city.
Solomon Cobb, #CobbBlog wrote:
The press pass has allowed me to cover things that I usually would not through regular means. It allows me to showcase the LSPD and its officers in ways the public has never seen before. I've been able to get footage of high-intensity pursuits, on-scene interviews, and just generally seeing the way in which LSPD officers go about their daily work. The press pass system has opened up avenues for me to show the members of the public what goes on behind the scenes, report with transparency and accuracy, and give first-hand insight. It's not just about accountability, but building community trust through informed coverage.
Officer-in-Charge Ally Jean, Community Affairs Section wrote:
Cobb has been an incredible partner in this new approach to how the LSPD works alongside the media in the state. The city trusts Cobb to be transparent and fair in in his coverage of news, it's why he made the perfect partner for this project. We are excited to give the public an inside look at who we are and what we do to help protect and serve the city. It's an opportunity to tell our story, as told by a trusted source. We’re excited to continue this project and look forward to advancing transparency within the LSPD.
Press Pass Requirements
To maintain professionalism and security, the Media Relations Division oversees the Department’s Press Pass Program. Any media personnel holding a Press Pass must be accompanied by a current member of MRD or any Supervisor within the LSPD.
To apply for the Press Pass, please follow this link viewtopic.php?t=104599
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69 Sinner Street • Los Santos • San Andreas • 90013
Emergency Hotline: 911 • Public Inquiries • Email: [email protected]
\"to protect and to serve\"
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69 Sinner Street • Los Santos • San Andreas • 90013
Emergency Hotline: 911 • Public Inquiries • Email: [email protected]
\"to protect and to serve\"
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