Concord PD Welcomes 2 Volunteers To VIPS Program

CONCORD, CA — The Concord Police Department recently welcomed two new members of its Volunteers In Police Service —VIPS— program.

On Feb. 7, Jorden Ostrander and Daniel Romero were officially sworn in by police Chief Mark Bustillos as the program's newest volunteers.

Ostrander and Romero will contribute to the valuable efforts of a dedicated group of volunteers who offer essential support to the Police Department in numerous capacities.

"Concord PD is grateful for the commitment and services provided by all of our volunteers," the police department said.

Sending VIPS officers to non-criminal requests for service and those that involve a miscellaneous service keeps sworn officers free for higher-priority tasks, according to the police department.

As sworn officers are primarily directed toward emergency response, investigation of major crimes and calls for service that require powers of arrest, the need for such volunteers continues to grow.

Those who apply for the VIPS program go through an interview process that includes fingerprints and a background check.

Find more information and the application here.