Issues & Priorities

Cerritos has experienced an increased level of crime since the end of COVID. These crimes, including residential and commercial burglaries, have impacted Cerritos residents and businesses. The current council has worked to curb the increase in crime. Riaz's priorities are to work tirelessly to solve these important problems.

• Increase deputy staffing to strengthen our law enforcement presence. 

• Utilize data to identify high-crime areas and allocate resources accordingly. 

• Continue to use cameras and ALPRs to enhance the protection of vehicles, property, and children in our neighborhoods.

• Work on improving by reducing emergency response times. 

• Encourage residents to report any suspicious activities to the Sheriff's Department, including supporting neighborhood watch.

• Provide resident and school training on active shooters.

• Improve communication between the City, Sheriff's Department, and Residents.

• Connect and support neighborhood watch captains in each prescient.