The SAPD seized Fentanyl and Meth from a local probationer
Members of the OCDA's AB 109 unit, the SAPD Directed Enforcement Unit and investigators from the Orange County District Attorney’s Office developed information of a probationer known to sell drugs.…
Man convicted of kidnapping and repeatedly raping an 11-year-old girl in Santa Ana
Ismael Salgado Jose Andres Plascencia, 42, was found guilty on Thursday of kidnapping an 11-year-old girl off a Santa Ana street and repeatedly raping her, more than two decades ago.…
The SAPD has reduced response time and officer-involved shootings over the past year
https://youtu.be/-y9MSfaR2w4 Our 2019-2024 Strategic Plan frames our goals, priorities, and objectives and efforts necessary to succeed as a Police Department. As the Santa Ana Police Department prepares to publish the 2022 Year End Review,…
SAPD Chief Valentin responds to the murder of Tyre Nichols by Memphis police officers
“The brutality suffered by Tyre Nichols in Tennessee at the hands of the very people sworn to protect the public is hard to comprehend, and our deepest condolences go out…
The SAPD arrested three murder suspects
On Sunday, December 18, 2022, at 1:46 AM, a male adult, suffering from a gunshot wound to his abdomen, was driven to a local hospital by his friend. The friend…
Santa Ana’s Family Justice Center celebrates three years of serving domestic violence and sexual abuse victims
We are excited to announce tomorrow marks the official third year anniversary of the Santa Ana Family Justice Center (SAFJC)! The SAFJC opened its doors on January 28, 2020 and…
A pedestrian was fatally struck by a vehicle in Santa Ana this afternoon
On Thursday, January 26, 2023, at approximately 2:29 P.M., the Santa Ana Police Department received multiple calls regarding a pedestrian down in traffic lanes at 900 N. Main Street. Officers…
The SAPD commits to advancing more women in policing
The Santa Ana Police Department is proud to announce its commitment and official pledge to the 30X30 Initiative – Advancing Women in Policing. The 30X30 Initiative is a nationwide initiative…
A possibly armed robber stole a power drill from a Santa Ana hardware store
On January 9, 2023, at approximately 5:30 p.m., a wanted suspect selected a power drill and exited a Santa Ana business without paying. A store loss prevention associate attempted to…
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The Santa Ana police union is taking aim at two women of color on the Santa Ana City Council
Gerry Serrano Gerry Serrano, President of the Santa Ana Police Officers Association (SAPOA), has filed recall campaign committees against two of the women on the Santa Ana City Council -…
SAPD Police Chief Valentin re-appointed to an international Victim Services Committee
David Valentin The Santa Ana Police Department is pleased to announce that along with currently serving as the current President of the Orange County Chiefs of Police and Sheriffs Association,…
Another pedestrian was struck and killed by a vehicle at 2800 W. 1st St. in Santa Ana
On Wednesday, January 18, 2023, at approximately 8:06 P.M., the Santa Ana Police Department received multiple calls regarding a pedestrian down in traffic lanes at 2800 West 1st Street. Officers…