Newport Beach fraudster gets over 6 years in prison for fraud, tax evasion, and using LASD Deputies to torment His opponents
LOS ANGELES – A now-imprisoned fraudster was sentenced today to 78 months in federal prison for hiring several now-convicted off-duty former Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department (LASD) deputies to violate…
Stranded motorist turns out to be wanted suspect carrying suspected meth, Irvine Police say
What began as a routine effort by officers from the Irvine Police Department to assist a motorist at a local intersection quickly turned into a significant arrest involving active felony…
Elderly pedestrian struck and killed near Main Street and Cubbon Street in Santa Ana
A 72-year-old Santa Ana resident was killed Monday morning after being struck by a vehicle near Main Street and Cubbon Street, according to the Santa Ana Police Department. Police reported…
Anaheim Woman, 75, charged with felony animal cruelty after fatally luring puppy under a van
SANTA ANA, Calif. – A 75-year-old woman has been charged with felony animal cruelty after she was seen on video using dog food to lure her 9-week-old puppy under her…
Viral video of Santa Ana Police takedown prompts internal investigation
SANTA ANA, CA — A viral video showing multiple Santa Ana police officers forcing a man to the ground during an arrest near Jackson Street has ignited a heated debate…
Deputies arrest west OC suspect on methamphetamine sales and weapons charges
The Orange County Sheriff's Department reported that North Patrol deputies contacted an individual in Midway City on October 5 while investigating a county ordinance violation. During the contact, deputies allegedly…
Irvine realtor Wanying Zhang arrested in alleged Chinese spy operation targeting Taiwan President’s family
The FBI's arrest of Wanying “Heather” Zhang, a 34-year-old Irvine real estate agent, is the latest in a growing series of national security cases involving alleged Chinese government influence and…
Irvine Spectrum theft suspect arrested after nearly $5,000 in property stolen from unlocked vehicles
IRVINE, Calif. – Detectives with the Irvine Police Department have arrested a Long Beach man accused of stealing nearly $5,000 worth of tools and sporting equipment from unlocked vehicles parked…
Orange resident accused of distributing child sexual abuse material arrested after CyberTip investigation
The Orange Police Department announced the arrest of a City of Orange resident following an investigation that began with a CyberTip from the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children…
Garden Grove man arrested after Irvine Police recover stolen bicycle, seize drugs and cash
IRVINE, Calif. – A routine stolen bicycle investigation by the Irvine Police Department quickly escalated into a more serious narcotics case after officers recovered a stolen bike and allegedly discovered…
Rabies positive bat found in Irvine neighborhood, health officials seek possible exposure victims
IRVINE, Calif. — Orange County health officials are warning residents after a bat discovered in an Irvine neighborhood tested positive for rabies, a deadly viral disease that attacks the central…
Domestic Violence Awareness Month: Orange County confronts a persistent public safety crisis
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about intimate partner violence, supporting survivors, and educating communities about prevention. The Fountain Valley Police Department recently joined…
Anaheim Police arrest multiple transients during Beach Blvd. enforcement operation
ANAHEIM, Calif. – The Anaheim Police Department shared photos today showing officers conducting enforcement activity involving unhoused individuals in west Anaheim near Beach Boulevard and commercial corridors that have long…
California juvenile violent crime surging as probation leaders blast Newsom’s Final public safety actions
SACRAMENTO, Calif. — California’s chief probation officers are sounding the alarm over what they describe as a growing juvenile violent crime crisis, arguing that a series of bills signed by…
Free pumpkins, hayrides and face painting coming to Fairhaven Memorial on Oct. 16
SANTA ANA, Calif. — Families looking for a free fall celebration in Orange County can mark their calendars for the annual pumpkin patch event at Fairhaven Memorial Park Mortuary in…