David Peplowski started his law enforcement career after his Marine Corps enlistment with the Seattle Police Department in 2005. From 2005 through 2012, David worked multiple patrol precincts and finished his time with Seattle P.D. on an undercover street team. David started with the San Diego Police Department in 2012 after graduating the 91st Regional Academy. He has worked Central Division patrol and the Gaslamp Enforcement Team. David worked investigative assignments as a detective at Central Division, Southern Division, Child Abuse, Robbery and the Special Investigations Unit. David was promoted to sergeant in February 2025 and assigned to Mid-City Patrol.
In 2025, David was elected to the POA Board and his term expires at the end of this year. He is currently the chair for the Retirement and Benefits Committee and assists with the Labor Management Committee.


