The CHP highlights new public safety laws that took effect today
SACRAMENTO – As we head into the new year, the California Highway Patrol (CHP) is highlighting the new public safety laws that were passed during this year’s legislative session and…
Wrong-way DUI driver arrested after a fatal collision in south O.C. early this morning
MISSION VIEJO, Calif. (Jan. 1, 2025) On Wednesday, Jan. 1, 2025, at approximately 1:43 a.m., Orange County Sheriff’s deputies were dispatched to an injury traffic collision near the intersection of…
South American burglary crews are targeting the homes of American pro athletes
The FBI is warning sports leagues that star athletes who display valuables on social media are vulnerable to burglars familiar with their often-public travel schedules, according to the OCDA. The…
O.C. drunk drivers beware, the CHP will be out in force this New Year’s Eve
As 2025 approaches, the California Highway Patrol (CHP) is taking action to promote safe travel and prevent tragic crashes on California’s roadways. Starting at 6:01 p.m. on Tuesday, December 31,…
The Orange Police are trying to identify a man who stole an e-bike from a backyard
On December 29, around 2:00 am, a male suspect entered a victim’s backyard in the 400 block of N. Cypress and stole an E-Bike, according to the Orange Police Department.…
Wanted Irvine man arrested on money laundering, grand theft and fraud charges
On Saturday night, an officer working an enforcement detail in the north end of town recognized a man with outstanding warrants arriving home with his family, according to the Irvine…
An inmate arrested on drug charges died at the Theo Lacy Facility in Orange
ORANGE, Ca. (Dec. 30, 2024) – On Sunday, Dec. 29, 2024, an inmate housed at the Theo Lacy Facility in Orange died. 45-year-old Anthony Creston Brown of Cerritos was booked…
New CA laws will target illegal O.C. street takeovers and sideshow activities
New legislation (AB 1978, AB 2186, AB 2807, AB 3085) that will go into effect on Jan. 1, will target illegal sideshow activities and street takeovers, which have become a…
The Fountain Valley Police issued 17 citations during their Dec. 13 DUI Checkpoint
On 12/13, the Fountain Valley Police Department, with the assistance of Westminster Police Department motor officers, conducted a DUI/CDL Checkpoint to spread awareness of the dangers of impaired driving. Of…
Frequent Apple product thief from Illinois finally arrested at the Irvine Spectrum
Yesterday, Malcolm Walker, 30, of Illinois, visited the Apple store at the Spectrum and placed approximately $1,200 in merchandise into an Apple bag he was carrying. Loss prevention detained him,…
Serial catalytic converter thieves nabbed by the CHP after fleeing from the Fountain Valley police
Police officers responded to reports of suspicious activity involving a gray BMW SUV near Talbert and Bay, according to the Fountain Valley Police Department. The vehicle fled when located, leading…
The Anaheim Police fatally shot a theft suspect who was carrying a replica firearm
On December 27, 2024, at approximately 8:00 p.m., police officers responded to the 1200 block of E. South Street after they were called to investigate a possible robbery, according to…
The CHP made 117 holiday theft arrests during their Operation Holiday Watch
In the final shopping days before Christmas, the California Highway Patrol conducted a successful statewide enforcement operation targeting organized retail crime, ensuring safer shopping experiences for communities across California. The…
The CHP arrested 308 DUI suspects during their Christmas Maximum Enforcement Period
The CHP was super busy this Christmas, keeping us safe while busting drunk drivers as they undertook a Christmas Maximum Enforcement Period. Over a focused two-day period, from December 24…
Anaheim DUI suspect facing manslaughter charges after killing a woman during a police pursuit
SANTA ANA, Calif. – A second-striker who stole Legos from a Fullerton grocery store has been charged with felony gross vehicular manslaughter while intoxicated for hitting and killing an innocent…