Moreno Valley maintains a comprehensive emergency response infrastructure, prioritizing community policing and responsive fire services.
* **Law Enforcement:** Police services are provided by the **Moreno Valley Police Department**, which operates through a long-standing contract with the **Riverside County Sheriff's Department**. This allows the city to leverage county-wide resources, including aviation and specialized investigative units. * **Fire and Emergency Medical Services:** Fire protection is provided by the **Moreno Valley Fire Department**, operated in cooperation with **CAL FIRE** and the **Riverside County Fire Department**. The city houses several fire stations equipped for structural, wildland, and medical emergencies. * **Crime Overview:** Like many large cities in the Inland Empire, Moreno Valley experiences a mix of urban crime. Property crimes (such as auto theft and burglary) are the most commonly reported, while violent crime rates are generally in line with regional averages. * **Emergency Numbers:** * Emergency: 911 * Police Non-Emergency: (951) 247-8700 * Fire Non-Emergency: (951) 486-6780 * **Safety Tips for Visitors:** Practice standard situational awareness. When visiting natural areas like the Box Springs Mountain Reserve or Lake Perris, lock vehicles, do not leave valuables visible, and carry plenty of water to prevent heat-related emergencies.
