I had an issue regarding work. And the officers and front desk officer were nice and cooperative. They helped me quickly and called me back a few times to help to confirm information. Was quick and friendly. read more

Our 14-year-old relative is a chronic runaway and substance user -- a child who has already been in treatment and placed on psychiatric holds. Despite this, the level of urgency and accountability from this department to locate and protect her has been severely lacking. The efforts to track down minors being exploited or supplied with hard drugs appear almost nonexistent. Even if a teen has a history of running away or substance use, the effort to find and protect them must still be made. It should never be dismissed simply because "she'll leave again." Every child deserves to be treated as someone worth saving -- every single time. This is not just one family's tragedy -- it's a community crisis. Teenagers are being targeted, lured, and trafficked while families are left begging for help. Our streets must be safer. We need consistent patrols, stronger follow-up on missing minors, and genuine collaboration with families before another child disappears. read more

If I could give this police station negative stars, I would. I reported a panderer with a sign that says somebody she knows died from cancer and wants donations, it's a scam, the woman was walking in and out of traffic, but the police over at the WV station answering the phone couldn't give two sh&ts. He wouldn't send anyone out. His tone was very rude, abrupt, nasty, condescending. These officers need to be trained better, this is totally unacceptable. The woman walking in and out of traffic will get hurt or put someone in harm's way. What a joke! read more

Was pulled over excessive force was the only one being pushed after I verbally told her nicely he didn't have to hold on to me I told her more than c10 recorded it I was let go never arrested read more

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They basically told me figured out yourself. They didn't help me when I needed help. I got my phone stolen. I guess stealing phones is normalized now. I literally paid over $1000 for someone to enjoy the hard work I did. Thanks for nothing. Never been useful. Now I understand why many people say f12. Because the system is f'ed. Looks like I'll have a new phone soon just like the guy who took my phone. Guys if you see a phone not on hands, it's yours to take. According to the officer in the lobby. read more

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I always back the blue...with that said...a minor few especially with an attitude(maybe new on the job? Usually the rookie bunch) seem to be so rude and can't handle the citizens request for assistance and talk to us like peasants or blow us off. It is sad because the seasoned law enforcements don't act like this (a generalization). I bet the ones that can't will leave their jobs. Maybe good because they are ruining the reputation of the other hard working ones that do care about the citizens. So my taxes are going to the salaries to be rude to the citizens when we call in? This NOT the first time. It's NOT the ones out on patrol, but the ones handling the phones and working in the offices! It looks like they don't look at people's reviews to improve this location! Pretty sad because this is the first initial contact the public has. read more

I back the blue and so should you. I appreciate everything they do for the community and West Valley is no exception. We've had our cars stolen and they've located them within 24 hours both times. They responded to a 911 emergency call quickly and got a unit to our residence within 5 minutes. They protect our community and they do it well. read more

Slowest and Worst Service ever. Bad attitude, Long waiting time, SLOW staff. Not sure why they don't add more staff to help ppl or Why there is always a person who sits there and do nothing. They help ppl who just walk in without signing in and writing their name, faster than ppl who right their name and wait and follow the instructions. I guess best way to have your things done is to pretend you don't know anything and just cut the line and just go ask,,, I saw many times they help those ppl faster(Unfortunately) Not a professional team. read more

Literally called so many times to assist with disturbing neighbors and they never came. I've heard from neighbors that incidences where people are in danger, this specific podlike department do not come to help. The operator says they are on the way but unless the officers on duty think it's even worth their time, they don't even consider coming around. Terrible. read more

It's normal to feel nervous and unsure in a difficult situation, even talking too much or unclear. However, I'm sorry if that upset your customer service agents over the phone, like the lady this time who attended to me. I dont know her name. It seemed I upset her to the point of raising her voice, even feeling ashamed to call and bother her. I understand you're busy, but we were not asking for something that is part of your job. I have noticed this behavior from public servers lately; maybe they are overloaded with work. I'm sorry for that, and we appreciate your effort. Please don't be rude. read more

Officer McDermott is absolutely useless. Will only just send you somewhere else. He also has an incredibly hostile attitude. More like Office McDickhead. read more

It is with great regret that I have to give a one star rating to the police department that is supposed to be protecting and serving the people of the city of Los Angeles. In my 40 year study, 80% of police officers working with Los Angeles Police Department are just bullies. They are not out there to keep the community safe. They are just out there to write tickets and bring in revenue for the city. They have no compassion and they have an extreme syndrome of false authority. They believe they are gods. When in reality, that is just a symptom of a bully. The people of Los Angeles are supposed to be able to count on the police and call them for help. Unfortunately, that does not happen just like that. People call the police at the very last point. Many people are afraid that the police will shoot them accidentally instead of the bad guy. When the police do show up, they assume everyone is bad. The bottom line is this, the policeman are supposed to be brave and courageous, and be willing to leave down their lives to protect others. The Los Angeles Police Department is definitely not that. The majority of officers are worried about getting home to their families. If that is your worry, you should not have such an important and dangerous job. This type of job is for fearless, honorable man and women, that are willing to lay their lives down to protect the innocent. How unfortunate that I cannot give these guys a five star rating. I would love nothing better than to give them five stars. Unfortunately, they do not even deserve to stars. Good luck to all of us people. Perhaps the Los Angeles police department can take an example from the Los Angeles county sheriffs department. read more

Only Call LAPD if you want to get arrested or if you want to get shot. Their main job is to collect revenues not protect and NOT serve the public. They are completely useless... I called them when I got mugged and I got arrested for it that's how lazy they are!! Great job Kamala Harris cost me over 10 grand when there's video evidence proving I got mugged these criminals Taxed me for asking them to help me!! read more

I walked in to ask a question about serving someone a restraining order. The officer at the counter talked to me with a very argumentative and irritated tone of voice from the beginning. He came at me like he tried to intimidate me. He didn't let me finish asking my question and raised his voice and said, "you need to go to the sheriffs! We don't do that here". I asked how I could have sherif help me out, but he repeatedly said "you need to go to sheriff! We don't do that here". I'm very disappointed this is how a person who is supposed to help citizens acts. read more

Desk officer, "We won't file a report for a non-injury accident"... and this is after the car that rear ended fled the scene for a couple of blocks, driver had no license, smelled like weed, and then the driver took off. "Call your legislator if you don't like the situation. Useless lazy civil non-servant... whatever happened "to protect and serve"? read more

These guys are awesome!!! Super friendly. I can't say enough about the great service they do for our city. I have so much respect for them read more

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Unbelievable. I don't understand why no one regulates and supervise our officers. I'm all for officers and I personally support and donate for officers. But why am I strolling to make a criminal report. I signed my name on the page to me next, where there are other people waiting patiently to be called. Cops just cheat cheating and making jokes when criminals are enjoying their criminal efforts. I know they are risking their life's for us, but why is it so difficult to be much friendlier, maybe make some efforts to help people. This is not ok and I will defiantly report to YouTube, Facebook and send my material to news station. If I'm wrong, then someone explain me I'm wrong, however I'm confident that I'm not wrong about my experience at this station. There were people who left after waiting, and when police office called that name he simple crossed that name and moved on to do his personal staff. What if that person is in domestic violence situation or what if that person had important information. LAPD is one of the biggest police departments in the US, is it difficult to train at 3% of them to be more helpful and sympathetic. I'm really disappointed. I'm not complaining because of it's taking too long. It's just literally officer seating and all his eyes on the phone and computer screen. I better support firefighter, they are truly risking their life's. I hope it will change and improve. read more

After my 12 hour shift at work I came home and noticed a badly damaged Toyota with open doors parked on my street. After parking a got a call and sat in my car for a few minutes. During that time 2 bicycle riding tweakers rolled up with big trash bags filled with god knows what and dropped them off and went off again. I'm not Columbo by any means but judging by my ring App etc it was apparent that they are stashing their goods in the car. I attempted to call 911 and got into an argument that this is not an emergency and was transferred to the none emergency line where I have been told that they are sorry for he unusually long wait time for the past 20 minutes. If I eventually get through I doubt they even come. On a side note: I work 70 hours a week and paid well over 100k in taxes last year. The Valley is like a bad dream at this point read more

Guess we live in the wrong area or zip code. Never does anyone answer the phone here and when they do it's often with rudeness or dismissive attitude. What are my property taxes paying for again? Get more help or have your staff answer! read more

[Before stating my review, I feel no need to offer the de rigueur disclaimer about my admiration for the men and women in blue. This IS NOT an anti-cop rant! OF COURSE I respect the police. My complaint is about how little respect, courtesy and spirit of service the police have for those of us who obey the law and act as good citizens when we need them.] There is ZERO point in calling this place for any need you might have. Don't even bother. For an emergency you call 9-1-1, of course, although from the frequent reminders at every turn to call 9-1-1 in the event of an emergency, it seems that a lot of us need to be reminded that emergencies mean calling 9-1-1 and not your nearest pharmacy or medical billing office! Okay, I got that. By default, then, when one is calling a police station, one is not calling about an emergency. This leaves just two possibilities: calling about some administrative matter (obtaining a form or something similar) OR reporting some important but non-emergency matter. In my case this evening it was the latter in the form of a neighbor disturbing the peace. I mean, really disturbing the peace! For the record, I called the non-emergency number, only to be on hold FOREVER with the TDY tone for the hearing impaired BLASTING into my ears every 30 seconds! (I have no problem with the TDY service, but why not make it available as a prompt so the non-hearing impaired don't have to hear it?) The volume of the thing is so much louder than that of the too-frequent reminder prompt about waiting on hold, you have to turn the handset volume of your phone down, but this means you may miss hearing when someone actually picks up to speak with you! This got incredibly annoying - almost as much as my neighbor's music! So I called the number listed for the police station closest to me - the West Valley LAPD. And after listening to the greeting and the various options on the phone tree, I selected the prompt that seemed to relate to my matter, only to have the system hang me up! I called back. Hung up on again. Alas, the third time WAS NOT the charm. So I got in my car and drove over. Mind you I was tired, a little ill, trying to get to bed a little early, and could not because the neighbors had had their party in effect since 11am...it was now 9:30pm! I am a bit under the weather and had hoped to be able to get to bed early. But instead of shut-eye, I was forced to visit a police station. For obvious reasons I was frustrated and upset. I mean, nobody visits a police station in a happy mood! I got to the desk and explained my problem, only to be greeted with the most patronizing and solicitous young officer ever. "I can see that you are upset but you need to calm down. I cannot help you, sir, if you are upset. Try to calm down, okay?" This was offered with the sort of tone that might greet a five-year-old who'd just lost a toy!! My voice was not loud - I was certainly not yelling. But I was simmering with frustration and a lot of impatience. Yet this young officer said he COULD NOT ASSIST ME IF I WAS UPSET. In others words, he would not help me unless I was calm, cool and collected. Total nonsense!! I mean, aren't people seeking the help of police USUALLY UPSET?? Think about that for a minute. Of COURSE I was upset! Sick, unable to get a little sleep due to neighbor's all-day party, unable to reach police by phone, forced to drive to police station, and now being talked down to by a police officer! A recipe for serenity that is not! Here's the kicker: All the officer could do was call the non-emergency number for me, waiting on hold to get someone who could take my complaint! Think about that for a minute. What I was told is that this is a weekend and few units are available to attend to matters such as disturbances of the peace....but isn't the weekend when disturbances of the peace are rampant? I was told that a unit would be sent out but have little faith that that will happen. You see, calling the police to report a non-emergency is a waste of time. If a neighbor troubles you, calling the police means NOTHING. All you will get for your trouble (if you are willing and able to endure the gauntlet of impediments to actually reaching an officer) is a patronizing attitude that implies YOU are somehow the problem. No empathy, listening or compassion, and certainly no spirit of service to a taxpaying citizen...just condescension. Here's a tip: If you ever have to visit the police to report a problem in person, get your Zen on or at least ACT happy. Officers seem not to like dealing with people in distress. Think about THAT for a minute! read more

Absolute joke. That's all the LAPD is, can't even answer the phone so I go to the station and they're just sitting on their asses not doing anything. So why is it they can't answer the phone? Jesus Christ man someone needs to tell these officers how to do their job or just replace them immediately (front desk). Absolutely hilarious the answer machine stated the officers are busy with other citizens when the station was empty and they're literally just sitting there on their phones. And then the best part is I am there and they decide to waste my time and tell me to just file a report online. What the fuck are you being payed to do then? You're telling me our tax dollars are paying these idiots and they can't even help me fill out a police report. Holy fuck man. read more

6 police officers were called to my home for a welfare check this morning. They were amazing! I was frightened at first not knowing why they were here. They were ALL very professional, cordial, and safety minded. Lieutenant Jaffe went above and beyond the call of duty to give me advice and make sure I was okay. I wish I could remember all of the officers' names to commend them individually and thank them for making me feel protected and safe. Officer Hendershot was one of the fine group of men who helped me today, and I'm very grateful for all of you!! Thank you from the bottom of my heart. I'm incredibly impressed by how thoughtfully they questioned me and how they conducted the entire experience. Your sincere kindness does not go unnoticed...I appreciate you all. I've lived in many cities across this country and have never felt as safe as I do in LA knowing that these amazing men have my 6! ‍ read more

Wanted to say Thank you to the officers who escorted my family funeral procession today. The officers handled it with kindness, efficiency and empathy. read more

This is my first in district police station and I went in yesterday to make a vandalism/violence report to the detectives at the station and hands-down these guys are top notch. This is my first in response station and I I am quite pleased with their professionalism and dedication they have. Push the white and black! Thin blue line! read more

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Nothing like calling your local police department and after it rings nonstop, you get to a voicemail with a message that they can't answer the phone at this time (it's 11am on a Wednesday). So much for serving your community. Good to know our tax money is being spent of well qualified employees. read more

microwaves, voice to skull and electronic harrassment by my neighbors doesn't make it on list of help me to do's. on another note, they are polite, great listeners and respectful. i support the west valley division police department. food journal magazine says: hands down they are the best...now get your hands up and give me all your attention... matthew gregory FoodJournalist read more

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I recognize that these guys do a job that most of us couldn't or wouldn't, so for that, I have great respect for them! I also recognize that the evening that I called them on the non-emergency line was 2 days before the 4th of July (in other words, a VERY busy Saturday night on a holiday weekend!), and very late (11:45pm) in the day. But I was stuck on hold for some 22 minutes so I could simply report cherry bombs being blasted right in front of my complex. This was the 2nd night in a row that this happened, and as it went on for 3 MORE nights following, it seems kinda obvious that nobody came to check things out! I live 3 buildings back from our street (remember, condo complex!), and the blasts were startling and nerve-jarring EVERY time-even this far removed from the street, so it's hard to imagine that others did not call! I suspect that they did, and clearly got the same results as me....NOTHING. I clearly recognize that this was not a 911 emergency type of situation. Yet, on the other hand, with no-shows by the police, this clearly might end up as a 911 scenario as more and more blasts went on! So there's the debate: call 911 and get an immediate response to a potential situation, or continually call and wait on a VERY irritating hold (2 different recorded messages, cycling with another 2 other cycling messages saying the exact same thing cycling in Spanish. No music, no nice lady voice asking me to hang on cuz they were super busy...grrrrrr!). I'm not pleased about this, ESPECIALLY because the operators do not have to be trained police officers. They could be interns, volunteers, or minimum-wage operators relaying the info. BUT, though not pleased by THIS situation, I'm still 100% supportive of all of the folks, clearly braver than me, that do this job. They absolutely have my respect and support. read more

They don't do anything about the insane street racing that takes place on Ventura and Fallbrook (and probably all along Ventura) multiple times every day and night. I guess they'll have someone watching for it after someone dies. Really scary. read more

If I could give this police station zero stars, I would. After someone stole my car and my U-Haul truck, I made a report to the police station and even went down to fill out paperwork. I informed the officers at the front desk that there was a lock on the U-Haul that they were able to saw off. I brought the lock just in case and when I showed them the officers laughed at me and said what do you think this is CSI? Way to treat your civilians. Make them feel like shit after everything in their lives was stolen! May I add that One of the officers looked like he had a little toooo many donuts. Great job West Los Angeles PD for putting me down and letting me know how much you care about my safety. What a waste of my tax dollars on a station like you. read more

Thank you LAPD Officers, Today we saw LAPD at its finest, working together to fight neighborhood crime. We couldn't see the officers badges, but want to thank them for displaying their professionalism. Even though, the individual(s) in their vehicle were belligerent and rude, the officers displayed tact and their skills in their trade. Every step in the process could not have been performed better. We need to support them as they have supported us. We as a community need to vote to ensure we are supporting their efforts. As fast as LAPD puts these criminals in jail, the faster the mayor is allowing the criminals to go free. Please vote to ensure what LAPD is doing to support us is not put in vain. Again, thank you West Valley LAPD for staying positive in your efforts. The neighborhood in Lake Balboa appreciates all that you do to keep our community safe. read more

I came in with my mom to make a police report. Although it might've taken about half an hour to wait. There was air conditioning and a TV in the waiting area. The attending officer that took the report was polite and efficient. The time it took to make the report was about 10 minutes. read more

With the 405 south shut down due to the Getty fire, traffic was routed on to the 101 south. Drivers were then exiting the 101 to the canyon roads, notably Beverly Glen. Complete gridlock, dangerous gridlock. One would think that the police might anticipate that (i.e. be PROACTIVE) and have a traffic officer there several HOURS after the closure. One would be wrong. When I called the station (323.866.1828) it was a recording with a litany of menu choices. And after that, no real person, just another recording - we're busy, leave your number and we'll call back. Trying to give a heads up and maybe prevent an accident which would use more police resources, and it's voice mail. Community responsiveness... read more

Negative stars if I could. I was in the department this morning to report a possible gang problem. I took a picture and had location of possible problem. The office was short staff on initial impression. I signing in and waited my turn, officers were in and out from the back office - in one of those times I noticed a large group of 6 officers just having a grand time laughing as people wait up front to be helped. My thoughts were oh tax payer money hard at work. I finally had my chance after a 20 min wait to learn that all they can do is pass a message to some lead officer. The reason I'm posting this now is I still haven't heard from anyone. Great job LAPD . read more

Car stolen, been trying to call them for over an hour and they won't answer. Guess this is what the world has come to, if ya get your car stolen, good luck go find another Update: Helpful staff inside, but definitely doesn't excuse the fact that they simply do not answer their phones. read more

Let me tell you a story. So in our mostly residential neighborhood, we have a bar called Pogos. Located on 17314 Saticoy St, Van Nuys, CA 91406. Now this bar is a dive. So you get the local alcoholics and knuckleheads as usual. On 12/14/15 at 2 am, there was a huge brawl. it must have been 20-20 people involved. Multiple neighbors called the police to complain. Police arrived, now mind you this is after 2AM on early Monday morning. The police spoke with people in the parking lot. No arrests, a feeble attempt at telling people to clear the parking lot. Then they go on their way. Exactly five minutes after they leave, the brawling, screaming, destruction of property resumes. Police get called again, they come and again do nothing to quell the noise. What is the purpose of the police in this situation? This valley department is the worst. They are slow and ineffectual. I called the next morning into the station to ask who can I speak with to escalate this? Officer on the phone asked me "what do you want me to do about it" Seriously has anyone ever called into this station and had a pleasant courteous interaction with the west valley police department? if so i would like to hear of those stories, as everything I have heard from my neighbors and residents have been negative. Also to confirm I am not exaggerating about their response to this situation at Pogos, I can confirm Pogos staff, and neighbors all agree Police came and did NOTHING in diffusing the situation. Shame on the West Valley Police. read more

Was chased by roadrage driver hitting my truck. I called 911 was told to pullover and not fight someone trying to harm me. With no help from 911 I said no I need assistants now and was not pulling over without a cop. I told the operator to connected me to west valley who I explained what was happening. I was put on hold till I made it to the station looked like the station spooked the guy. There wasn't an officer in sight ran into the station to the most unprofessional environment ever. I was told chill your in a police station put your name on the list and will get to you. There was "0" care! I get your job is stressful and you deal with the worst situations but some compassion. If I was a cop there would be no wait or lazy treatment. This treatment is unfair and that is why there's no trust when calling 911. read more

I've been trying to call the non-emergency number for over an hour now to report someone setting off M-80s across the street. I've been on hold for over 20 minutes now. Plus the hold message includes a screeching electronic noise for the hearing impaired. Is this the best you can do? Or more likely, you just don't care. This is why people abuse 911. IT SOUND LIKE GODDAMN BAGHDAD OUTSIDE MY WINDOW! ANSWER YOUR FUCKING PHONE!!!! read more

Called at 6pm to report a break-in at a property. I wait there for 3 hours and they never show. I have to go to work the next day, so I leave. Past time we replace the incompetents at city hall. read more

hats off for the fine officers of the west valley div. my vehicle was stolen from woodland hills last week. the officers came up on the vehicle in reseda. ran the plates and i was immediately notified . it took me longer time to get to the location were the theefs left the vehicle only to find the officers still waiting, they could easly inbound the vehicle but thankfully they took the time. the only regret i have, i am unable to remember the names of the young male and female officers who returned my vehicle . they are the real heros who protect and serve. read more

I agree with the rest of the callers. This police station left my call ringing for such long a time I ended up hanging up,TWICE, I just had a quick question. The third and final time I waited till they FINALLY answered a woman responded and complained about noise in my background then hung up on me! Completely unprofessional, I ended up just calling Topanga, whoever is in charge of the stations phone calls needs to be fired. read more