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…
Santa Ana man who attacked his own baby gets only 9 years in prison
Jonathan Reyes, a 28-year-old man convicted of fracturing the skull of his 2-week-old son in Santa Ana more than four years ago, in 2019, has been sentenced to 9 years…
Guns off the streets: Santa Ana police crack down on armed gangs
Recent incidents in Santa Ana have led to multiple arrests related to gang activity and firearm possession, underscoring ongoing challenges in the city. The Santa Ana Police Department has been…
The SAPD is searching for a robber who targets taco shops
Detectives are attempting to identify and locate a man involved in a robbery at a local taco shop, according to the SAPD. The victim reported that she was working behind…
Santa Ana man charged with felony animal cruelty after luring, torturing cats to death
A Santa Ana man accused of luring cats with cat food in order to kidnap the animals to stomp them and beat them to death has been charged with felony…
Santa Ana man arrested after shooting at neighbor; 1,000 rounds seized
Yesterday afternoon, SAPD SWAT operators served a warrant at an apartment complex for a suspect wanted in an assault with a deadly weapon investigation. Earlier this month, the suspect pointed…