An inmate arrested by the SAPD on molestation charges died at a local hospital
On Monday, June 24, 2024, an inmate housed at the Theo Lacy Facility in Orange died at a local hospital. The 51-year-old inmate was booked into jail on February 1,…
An elderly Santa Ana man was arrested for killing his wife
June 24, 2024) - Santa Ana Police Detectives are conducting a homicide investigation resulting in the death of a 70-year-old woman. On Sundny, June 23, 2024, at approximately 11:53 p.m.,…
A woman attacked a volunteer at a Santa Ana food drive
On June 1, 2024, a victim was volunteering at a local food drive, assisting the suspect in obtaining food, according to the SAPD. While the victim briefly turned to ask…
Santa Ana burglar arrested while unloading items from a stolen car
Last night, patrol officers responded to a residential burglary near Main St. and 16th St., according to the SAPD. The victim discovered her apartment had been ransacked and several items…
Free family-friendly Touch-a-Truck event set for June 15 at Fairhaven Memorial Park
Fairhaven Memorial Park invites families to come and enjoy "Touch-a-Truck," a unique, interactive outdoor family event that allows children to climb on, explore and discover their favorite big trucks and…
The SAPD will conduct a DUI and Driver’s License Checkpoint on Friday, June 14
The Santa Ana Police Department will conduct a driving under the influence (DUI)/driver’s license checkpoint on Friday, June 14, 2024. It will begin at 6:00 p.m. and conclude at 1:00…
The SAPD is hunting for a felony vandalism suspect who broke a gas station window
SAPD Detectives are seeking the public’s help in identifying the wanted suspect involved in a felony vandalism investigation. On May 4, 2024, at approximately 2:50 a.m., the wanted suspect exited…
Several MacArthur Fundamental Intermediate students were assaulted by a transient
On Wednesday, June 5, 2024, several MacArthur Fundamental Intermediate students were assaulted by a homeless suspect near or on the bike trail at the 3100 Block of S Flower Street.…
Santa Ana man who molested two girls sentenced to almost 20 years in prison
Alejandro Heredia-Santana, a 53-year-old man, was sentenced on Friday to almost 20 years in prison for ongoing sexual relationships with a pair of teenage girls he lived with years apart…
Sex offender charged with sexually assaulting a mom and chasing two teen girls while exposing himself
SANTA ANA, Calif. – A 30-year-old registered sex offender has been charged with sexually assaulting a mother while she was walking with her five-year-old daughter and baby near a Santa…