Colton police deliver birthday surprise to young fan

Four-year-old Ezra Galicia’s birthday wish – a visit from his heroes, the Colton Police Department – came true in a heartwarming display of community connection. The young boy, already sporting a passion for law enforcement, received a surprise visit from more than half a dozen uniformed officers at his home on Tuesday, January 31st.

A nephew's unusual request sparks a special visit

The extraordinary event began with a simple phone call. Elyssa Shaw, Ezra’s aunt, contacted the Colton Police Department's non-emergency dispatch line with a rather unique request: could officers possibly spare a moment to wish her nephew a happy birthday at his police-themed party? “Honestly, I was nervous,