Irvine Police hunt identity theft suspect accused of draining bank accounts across Orange County
The Irvine Police Department is asking for the public's help identifying a woman suspected of using a victim's personal information to fraudulently withdraw more than $2,500 in cash from multiple…
OCDA brings two wanted fugitives back from South America to face serious criminal charges in Orange County
A 44-year-old Irvine man accused of operating as both a narcotics dealer and prolific identity thief is back in Orange County after authorities tracked him across international borders and extradited…
Costa Mesa hair stylist arrested for allegedly sexually assaulting clients for last ten 10 years
The Costa Mesa Police Department is asking the public's help after arresting a longtime local hair salon owner accused of sexually assaulting clients over a period spanning roughly a decade.…
Coastal OC DUI investigation highlights the high cost of impaired driving in California
The Seal Beach Police Department recently shared photos showing officers conducting what appears to be a roadside impaired-driving investigation. Based on the images alone, it appears officers were administering eye-movement…
OCDA investigation finds death of Costa Mesa arrestee caused by illness and infection
The Todd Spitzer-led Orange County District Attorney's Office has concluded that no criminal conduct occurred in connection with the February 8, 2025 custodial death of 63-year-old Lawrence Steven Addesso, a…
OCDA clears Anaheim Police in death of inmate, meth intoxication blamed
The Orange County District Attorney Todd Spitzer has released the findings of an extensive investigation into the December 2024 custodial death of Vinh Quang Nguyen, concluding there is no evidence…
OCDA drops charges against Florentino Lopez Jr. after viral video of brutal Santa Ana Police arrest
The criminal case against Florentino Lopez Jr., the 28-year-old Santa Ana resident whose violent arrest was captured on a viral cellphone video, has taken a dramatic turn after the Orange…
Garden Grove Police cite 55 drivers, tow 8 vehicles during commercial truck enforcement operation
GARDEN GROVE, Calif. – The Garden Grove Police Department conducted a Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Checkpoint on Tuesday, resulting in 90 inspections, 90 violations identified, 55 citations issued, nine vehicles placed…
OCDA finds Santa Ana Police fatal shooting of Henry Gonzalez, Jr. legally justified
The Orange County District Attorney’s Office has concluded that a Santa Ana police officer acted lawfully when he fatally shot a knife-wielding man who was holding his mother hostage in…
Nearly 4 in 10 Gen Z adults admit to shoplifting as California retail theft concerns persist
A newly released national study suggests that shoplifting is not only becoming more common, but that attitudes toward retail theft vary dramatically by generation. The findings arrive as California continues…
Orange County auto theft suspect arrested after quick Flock Camera detection
A suspected vehicle thief is facing serious criminal consequences after Orange Police officers located and recovered a recently stolen vehicle within approximately 30 minutes of receiving the report. According to…
19-year-old allegedly fled at 100+ mph in rain before felony evading arrest by the Irvine Police
If you treat Irvine streets like a racetrack, don't be surprised when the finish line is the Orange County Jail. According to the Irvine Police Department, officers observed a BMW…
OCDA announces massive $125M settlement in Garden Grove hazmat disaster
Nearly five months after a hazardous chemical emergency forced the evacuation of more than 50,000 Orange County residents over Memorial Day weekend, the Orange County District Attorney's Office has announced…
Previously deported Mexican national sentenced to 10 years for meth trafficking in Orange County
A previously deported Mexican national who was found with a significant quantity of methamphetamine and ammunition in Orange County has been sentenced to 10 years in federal prison as part…
Santa Ana driver arrested after high-speed pursuit ends with cocaine arrest
A Santa Ana driver is facing multiple criminal charges after allegedly leading officers on a dangerous pursuit through city streets before being stopped with the help of spike strips. According…