“It is becoming a common occurrence for Panga boats suspected of human or drug trafficking to try to come ashore along our coastline,” said California Statewide Law Enforcement Association (CSLEA) President Alan Barcelona.  “Often State Parks rangers are the first ones to encounter the situation and begin rescue or enforcement operations.” LOS ANGELES – On December […]

“It is easy to get turned around while hiking in our state parks and other areas.  Fortunately, State Parks rangers and their local law enforcement partners are skilled in their search and rescue efforts.” -CSLEA President Alan Barcelona HUMBOLDT COUNTY - On July 14, 2022, at about 6:44 p.m., Humboldt County Sheriff’s deputies were dispatched […]

“Thanks to an observant person who reached out to a California State Park ranger who in turn knew what steps should be taken to remove this dangerous hazard, the situation ended without harm to people or property.” – CSLEA President Alan Barcelona Los Angeles - On May 21, 2022, a California State Park ranger working the […]

“California’s wildfires are devastating to people, property and wildlife.  Identifying, arresting and prosecuting suspected arsonists who have demonstrated they are capable of harming so many, and so much, is essential to public safety.” -CSLEA President Alan Barcelona MONTEREY COUNTY – On May 18, 2022, the Monterey County District Attorney’s Office announced that convicted arsonist Ivan […]