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As we head into wildfire season, we are turning the focus to keeping people and property safe. The Riverside Sheriff’s Department and Cal Fire have a robust partnership that springs into action during wildfire emergencies. We work hand-in-hand with Cal Fire, from evacuations to conducting investigations, and prosecuting arsonists. In this week’s RSO Roundup, why this partnership is critical and what you need to know to celebrate safely this 4th of July. With the 4th of July weekend drawing near, we are preparing for an influx of illegal fireworks reports. For your convenience, an online reporting link is now available on our website: www.riversidesheriff.org click : How Do I > Submit > Fireworks

Straight from the horse's mouth. Our Mounted Enforcement Detail is a crowd favorite at events and ceremonies. This unit is also used in critical situations including crime suppression, crowd management, search and rescue and more. In today’s RSO Roundup, our team reveals the challenges of working with a four-legged partner and the rigorous training needed to respond to a variety of situations.

Human trafficking is a 150 billion dollar plus industry, and our kids are prime targets of this disturbing crime. Even more alarming, children can easily become victims in the safety of their own homes. The Riverside County Anti-Human Trafficking (RCAHT) Task Force is tasked with educating parents, helping victims, and protecting kids. Today’s RSO Roundup is a must-see for all parents. Find out how young kids are being targeted, how they’re being lured through online games, the warning signs, and what you can do to protect them.

Different uniforms, same mission. Our relationships with neighboring law enforcement agencies are crucial to providing public safety. From collaborating on investigations, advocating for legislation, and community events, we are in constant communication with our allied agencies. In today’s RSO Roundup, Sheriff Bianco talks with Riverside Police Chief Larry Gonzalez about how both agencies work together to achieve our common goal of keeping Riverside County safe.

Our deputies respond to stressful calls, often encountering people during their worst moments. Those tough calls can leave our deputies and their families traumatized or emotionally drained. Thankfully, our Chaplain Corps provides trusted support and guidance to our members. This amazing group of volunteers brings strong faith, love, and concern to this delicate job. In today’s RSO Roundup, Sheriff Bianco talks to a chaplain about their mission to ease mental health concerns.

You don’t want to miss this candid conversation! We have a special guest in today’s RSO Roundup. Sheriff Bianco sits down with our neighbor, San Bernardino County Sheriff Shannon Dicus. The Sheriffs discuss their partnership in targeting illegal marijuana grows, patrolling the edges of our counties, and what they’re doing at the State Capitol to make sure our laws protect our communities.

They see the unimaginable every day. Our Coroner’s Bureau is nothing like what you see in TV crime dramas or in the movies. From drug overdoses to crime scenes, this bureau investigates deaths all over our county. In today’s RSO Roundup, an inside look at how our coroners do this tough job and the important message they have for high school students.

They are often the most heartbreaking cases our investigators encounter. The Sexual Assault Child Abuse (SACA) Unit does the tough work of protecting the most vulnerable members of our community. Sheriff Bianco sits down with Deputy District Attorney Daima Calhoun to find out how the Sheriff’s Office and the DA’s Office are working together to bring justice to young victims of abuse.

They are often the most heartbreaking cases our investigators encounter. The Sexual Assault Child Abuse (SACA) Unit does the tough work of protecting the most vulnerable members of our community. Sheriff Bianco sits down with Deputy District Attorney Daima Calhoun to find out how the Sheriff’s Office and the DA’s Office are working together to bring justice to young victims of abuse.

You asked, they answered. In this Fentanyl follow up episode, Sheriff Bianco and Investigator Peters answer your questions about the Fentanyl crisis.

Making arrests and capturing the criminals is just part of the process when we are seeking justice. The Riverside County District Attorney’s Office does the tough work of prosecuting offenders. But did you know that the DA’s office is also involved in schools, intervention, and crime prevention? In today’s RSO Roundup, we talk with District Attorney Mike Hestrin to find out the major role his office plays in public safety.

It’s never too late to start a new adventure or take on a new challenge. That includes joining our team! In addition to newcomers to law enforcement, the Riverside County Sheriff’s Department offers great opportunities for “laterals” or members from other agencies. In today’s RSO Roundup, one of our Background Investigators reveals what it takes to become a deputy or correctional officer, and the mistakes people make when they apply.