A resident of Richmond, California, Francisco Martinez served as an Oakland police officer with the Oakland Police Dept. before joining the Gustine Police Department in 2016. With the Oakland Police Dept, Francisco Martinez served in multiple areas.
The Oakland Police Dept hired Mr. Martinez in 2003 as a patrol officer until 2006. Then, he became a narcotics officer. He eventually became a part of the gang unit in 2008 and received a Unit Citation for making multiple arrests.
After his time with Oakland law enforcement, Mr. Martinez opened his private investigation agency, 3.21 Investigations. He served subpoenas, found people, surveilled subjects, and interviewed witnesses. By 2015, his career detoured when Francisco Martinez became an estimator for Golden Gate Collision.
As a corporal with the Gustine Police Department, Mr. Martinez serves in multiple capacities. In addition to his role as an officer, he is the department’s fleet manager, watch commander and reserve coordinator. Francisco Martinez also teaches a course at the Merced Police Academy.
Outside of his work with law enforcement, Mr. Martinez has interests that include classic cars. He owns a 1968 Impala. He also enjoys attending car shows.