San Francisco Police Officers Association
The SFPOA focuses on ensuring our police officers have a safe, quality work environment. Additionally, we are actively involved and invested in improving the quality of life for everyone who lives, works, and visits our city.
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A Letter to California Department of Corrections
To: Members of the California Parole Board: Re: Deny the Early Release of Willie Flanigan (also known as Maurquise Johnson)... read more →
January 19, 2026
A Message of Gratitude and Commitment for the New Year
As we begin 2026, I want to extend my sincere wishes for a happy, healthy, and safe NewYear to each... read more →
January 1, 2026
Happy Holidays!
December is a month when many of us pause and reflect on the events that have shaped our lives over... read more →
December 1, 2025
SFPOA IN THE NEWS
Police union wades back into San Francisco politics after years of sitting on the sidelines
By Han Li, San Francisco Standard After being quiet for years, and sitting out a high-profile recall of District Attorney... read more →
January 8, 2024
SF restaurant bans armed officers, police union responds
SAN FRANCISCO (KRON) — One San Francisco restaurant is feuding with police officers. Reem’s California in the Mission District is... read more →
August 25, 2023
SF police union says Mission District bakery refusing to serve officers
By Gia Vang, NBC Bay Area The San Francisco Police Officers Association is speaking out after it said a bakery... read more →
August 24, 2023
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This Black History Month, we honor the legacy of Commander Isiah Nelson III. He was a trailblazer, leader and public servant who helped shape the future of policing in San Francisco.
At just 36 years old, Cmdr. Nelson became the youngest officer and the first Black commander in
On Feb. 8, 2026, our brother Ricky D. Williams II was seriously injured in a motorcycle crash in Brentwood. He suffered multiple broken ribs, a broken arm, spinal fractures and severe road rash.
Ricky faces a long recovery and will be out of work for an extended time. We’ve
SFPOA extends its deepest condolences to the family and loved ones of Inspector Edward “Eddie” Erdelatz Jr. His dedication, leadership, and lifelong service to San Francisco and its residents will always be remembered.
Eddie Erdelatz Jr., S.F. homicide inspector during the murder-a-minute 1970s, dies at 84
Eddie Erdelatz Jr., the inspector known as Inspector 5-Henry-8, was an “understated hero” who worked 350 homicide ...
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The San Francisco Police Officers Association sends its thanks to Oakland Police Officers and our own SFPD officers for apprehending a violent individual as part of the work of the Community Violence Reduction Team. On Tuesday, officers spotted the wanted suspect and another