A Santa Ana pedestrian was fatally struck by a vehicle
June 24, 2025 – A 44-year-old man was struck and killed by a vehicle while walking in the area of Harbor Boulevard and 5th Street. On June 24, 2025, at…
The SAPD arrested a wanted anti-ICE rioter
One of the suspects wanted involved in the June 16 incident in Downtown Santa Ana for assault with a deadly weapon has been taken into custody today and booked into…
Five suspects arrested for assaulting SAPD officers as they tried to make an arrest
Five suspects found themselves in handcuffs after they allegedly assaulted SAPD police officers who were trying to make an arrest. The incident happened just before 2 a.m., as police officers…
The SAPD allows anti-ICE protests but get out of line and you will be arrested
SANTA ANA, Calif. – The City of Santa Ana fully supports and honors the right to peaceful assembly and free expression, and supports the community response to recent federal immigration…
The SAPD is searching for three anti-ICE taggers
Detectives are seeking the public’s help in identifying three suspects involved in a vandalism investigation during an anti-ICE demonstration. On Wednesday, June 11, at approximately 10:45 p.m., the suspects were…
Two anti-ICE protesters wanted by the SAPD for launching fireworks into a crowd
Police detectives are attempting to identify two suspects who fired illegal fireworks indiscriminately into a large crowd of people, according to the SAPD. On Wednesday, June 11, at approximately 10:30…
SAPD investigates fatal shooting of man found in car
June 14, 2025 — Police detectives are conducting a homicide investigation regarding a 23-year-old man who was shot and killed, according to the SAPD. On Saturday, June 14, 2025, at…
The SAPD is investigating a murder south of Jerome Park
Police activity has been reported in the area of Townsend St. between Lingan Ln. and Wilshire Ave. due to a homicide investigation, according to the SAPD. That area is just…
Santa Ana Police crack down on firearms and make multiple arrests
The Santa Ana Police Department continues to demonstrate its unwavering commitment to public safety through a series of successful operations targeting illegal firearms and criminal activity. Over the past week,…
Juvenile arrested by SAPD following robbery; four firearms recovered
Police officers recently responded to a report of an armed robbery where a subject allegedly brandished a handgun and stole the victim’s property and cash, according to the SAPD. The…
SAPD Chief speaks out after officers confront violence during Civic Center rioting
In a powerful and resolute message, Santa Ana Police Chief Robert Rodriguez reaffirmed the department’s unwavering commitment to both public safety and constitutional rights in the wake of a recent…
A Santa Ana gangbanger was arrested and his ghost gun was seized
This week, Gang Detectives and Directed Enforcement officers conducted a targeted suppression operation, according to the SAPD. SAPD police detectives spotted a suspicious vehicle occupied by two individuals in the…
The SAPD is searching for a man who walked out of a Home Depot with a bucket of stolen items
Earlier this month, a suspect entered the Home Depot located at 3500 W. MacArthur Ave. He selected several items and placed them in a Home Depot bucket before casually walking…
Santa Ana police officers push back against misinformation and personal attacks
In a recent communication dated May 27, 2025, the Santa Ana Police Officers Association (SAPOA) addressed a series of critical issues, reiterating their commitment to public safety and the welfare…