OCDA clears deputies who shot Ahmed Williams after a double-stabbing in south OC
The Orange County District Attorney's Office has released its findings in the August 20, 2023 officer-involved shooting of Ahmed Williams, concluding that Orange County Sheriff's Deputies Shane Johnson and Dante…
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OC election fraud case ends with anti-fraud billboards featuring the defendant’s dog
A Costa Mesa woman who admitted to registering her dog as a voter and casting ballots in the dog's name in two Orange County elections has seen her criminal case…
West OC traffic stop leads to arrest, loaded handgun seized
A routine traffic stop in Westminster led to the recovery of a loaded handgun and the arrest of a driver, according to the Westminster Police Department. Police released a photograph…
Inflation, economic stress linked to rising shoplifting, new survey finds
A new national survey suggests that while inflation and economic pressures are playing a significant role in shoplifting behavior, the issue is far more complicated than simply blaming poverty. The…
Resident trapped beneath vehicle after Buena Park apartment crash; DUI may have been a factor
A Buena Park resident remains in critical condition after a vehicle crashed directly into an apartment building Wednesday morning, trapping the resident beneath the vehicle and causing major structural damage…
Irvine Police arrest alleged Snapchat predator accused of sexually assaulting a 13-year-old girl
The Irvine Police Department is asking the public for help after detectives arrested Juan Carlos Amaya, a 25-year-old Baldwin Park resident accused of sexually assaulting a 13-year-old girl and allegedly…
OCDA finds that a DUI arrestee’s jail death was caused by an accidental drug overdose
The Todd Spitzer-led Orange County District Attorney's custodial death investigation has concluded that Orange County jail personnel did not commit any criminal wrongdoing in connection with the February 1, 2025…
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…