Plus, new Animal Control Officer; brings total sworn to 84

By Antioch Police Department

Meet our newest APD Team Members!

Please join us in welcoming four new lateral officers and our newest Animal Control Officer to the Antioch Police Department family! They were administered their oaths of office during a ceremony at the Antioch Police Facility on Monday, March 24, 2025.

Officer Tanner Andrade
Tanner grew up in Brentwood and now lives there with his wife, Lauren, and their three daughters. He enjoys spending time with family, friends, and his two German Shepherds, Xena and Eleanor. Tanner joins us after serving over two years with San Bruno PD. Fun Fact: Tanner is an avid video game player!

Officer Rhondon Pollard
Rhondon was raised in Stockton and is a proud Bear Creek High graduate. After nine years in the Army National Guard, he followed his lifelong dream of becoming a police officer, serving two years with Oakland PD. Rhondon is excited to bring his experience to APD. Fun Fact: Rhondon loves going out for ramen with his wife.

Officer Jake Merrill
Jake was born in Stockton and graduated from Escalon High School in 2007. He earned his associate and bachelor’s degrees before serving in the military and working for the Santa Clara County Sheriff’s Office. Fun Fact: Jake enjoys spearfishing in Big Sur and scuba diving in Monterey.

Officer Richard Siemietkowski
Rich, a US Marine Corps veteran, has extensive law enforcement experience, including time with the Lake County Sheriff’s Department and the Veterans Affairs Police. Most recently, he worked as a full-time police instructor. In his downtime, Rich loves camping with his family and supporting his daughter’s horse competitions. Fun Fact: Rich enjoys rebuilding classic cars and training in Jiu Jitsu.

Animal Control Officer Danika (Dani) Anderson
Dani grew up in Stockton and recently relocated to Antioch. She has over 10 years of experience in the veterinary field, dedicating her life to advocating for animals. Dani enjoys baking, spending time with her two daughters and husband, and watching history documentaries. Fun Fact: Dani once won an axe-throwing battle!

We’re excited to have each of them on board. Welcome to the APD family!

According to Lt. Michael Mellone, there are now 84 sworn officers on the police force “and more coming. We’re projecting six more in the next month.”

Allen D. Payton contributed to this report.

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