32 drivers were cited after a surprise multi-agency vehicle safety checkpoint in Fullerton
This past Tuesday, the Fullerton Police Traffic Bureau conducted a Commercial Enforcement Task Force/Checkpoint operation in the area of Orangethorpe and S. State College. Officers from eight jurisdictions throughout Southern…
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Why did Santa Ana voters reelect the most anti-police City Council in Orange County?
The ballots in the Nov. 5 General Election appear to all be counted now. The bad news for Santa Ana residents is that the anti-police City Council Members who were…
Santa Ana luxury apartment development “The Row at Red Hill” celebrates their grand opening
ORANGE COUNTY, CA. – Global real estate developer Greystar has announced the grand opening of its newest property, The Row at Red Hill, a New York City-inspired urban village in…
The SAPD arrested a wanted man who assaulted a little girl at Madison Park
SAPD Wanted Wednesday suspect Benedicto Partida Quinonez has been located and he was taken into custody on Saturday by police officers. Detectives were attempting to locate Quinonez, a 58-year-old, who…
Buses & Boards Art Show to feature the new electric VW ID.Buzz, on Dec. 4
HUNTINGTON BEACH, CA, (November 13, 2024) – McKenna Volkswagen Huntington Beach is excited to announce their Buses & Boards Art Show, an event that blends art, surf culture, and cutting-edge…
The SAPD made four DUI arrests and issued 17 citations during Friday night’s DUI Checkpoint
The SAPD conducted a DUI and Driver's License Checkpoint on Friday night. They have released the results: 1,200 vehicles screened 17 citations issued 4 DUI arrests These Checkpoints are funded…
SAUSD choir teacher arrested for allegedly having an illicit relationship with a teenager
November 16, 2024— Santa Ana Police have arrested a 37-year-old high school choir teacher on charges of s*xual assault involving her student. On November 15, 2024, at approximately 6 p.m.,…
The SAPD arrested a suspect after a traffic stop on gun and narcotics charges
SAPD patrol officers were conducting proactive enforcement in the area of Harbor Blvd. and Lilac Ave. when they conducted a traffic stop for vehicle code violations. During their investigation the…
A Santa Ana man was arrested for lurking around the O.C. School of the Arts with a replica firearm
Earlier this week, a security officer at the OC School of the Arts reported to an SAPD Resource Officer (SRO) that a suspect pointed a firearm at him when he…
The SAPD got $755K from the State to pay for DUI checkpoints and other traffic safety measures
The Santa Ana Police Department was awarded a $755,000 grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS). The grant will support our ongoing enforcement and education programs to help…
Newport Beach man gets life in prison for fatally stabbing a gay former O.C. School of the Arts classmate
SANTA ANA, Calif. – A Newport Beach man has been sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole for the hate-motivated murder of his gay former high school…
Two women with drugs were arrested in a stolen car by O.C. Sheriff’s Deputies and the Irvine Police Dept.
Just after 8 p.m. last night, Lake Forest Sheriff's Deputies found a stolen vehicle near El Toro Rd and the 5 Freeway. With backup from the Irvine Police, the Deputies…
Anaheim man arrested in Irvine on package theft, narcotics and warrant charges
Police officers were dispatched to a report of package theft at an apartment complex, according to the Irvine Police Department. After the victim and the security guard provided the suspect’s…
Santa Ana Budget Inn motel converted into affordable housing for veterans
Santa Ana, Calif. – Local nonprofit housing developer Jamboree Housing Corporation and the City of Santa Ana hosted a grand opening celebration on Wednesday, November 13, for Estrella Springs, an…