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Daly City proclaims Police Department Appreciation Day after quick arrest in September homicide
Summary
Mayor Justin C. Manalo presented a proclamation recognizing Daly City Police Department after detectives used technology, including an ALPR system, to identify and help apprehend suspects in the Sept. 29 killing of longtime resident Rolando Younga; the victim’s widow and family attended to thank officers.
Daly City’s City Council on Nov. 12 formally proclaimed "Daly City Police Department Appreciation Day," honoring officers and detectives involved in the investigation and arrests connected to the Sept. 29 homicide of Rolando Younga.
Mayor Justin C. Manalo read a proclamation that praised the patrol, detective and covert surveillance units and credited the department’s use of industry‑leading technology and investigative techniques in identifying suspects. The proclamation noted the department "apprehend[ed] both suspects with professionalism and with the community safety in mind" and recognized the work as the city’s first homicide in 2024.
Theresa Ianga, who identified herself as the widow of Rolando Younga and attended with two of her children, thanked the department and named detectives and staff who assisted the family. “I specifically requested from Mayor Manalo to acknowledge the Daly City Police Department for their hard work in solving the case of my husband's killing in such a quick and expeditious manner,” Ianga said.
A police representative described how first responders and detective units coordinated across agencies and credited an automated license plate reader (ALPR) system from Flock as a key tool in identifying the suspect vehicle and tracking it safely out of the city prior to arrest. Council members praised officers and announced letters of commendation would be sent to personnel involved.
The council’s proclamation was ceremonial; no formal policy changes or budget actions were taken during the presentation. The mayor and council offered condolences to the Younga family and reiterated continued support for the family as judicial proceedings continue.
Sources: Council meeting presentation and public remarks from the family and Daly City police.
