Orange County, California Sheriff's Office
Recent News About Orange County, California Sheriff's Office
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Orange County Sheriff’s Department schedules DUI checkpoint in Mission Viejo
The Orange County Sheriff’s Department has announced plans to conduct a DUI and driver’s license checkpoint in Mission Viejo on Friday, October 24.
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Orange County Sheriff’s Department highlights teen driver safety during national awareness week
During National Teen Driver Safety Week, which runs from October 19 to 25, the Orange County Sheriff’s Department is urging parents and caregivers to speak with their teenagers about safe driving practices before allowing them to drive.
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Orange County Sheriff's Department launches pedestrian safety campaign for October
October marks National Pedestrian Safety Month, and the Orange County Sheriff’s Department is reminding drivers to take additional precautions to protect pedestrians.
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Orange County Sheriff's Department promotes National Walk and Roll to School Day
The Orange County Sheriff’s Department is encouraging families and students to participate in National Walk and Roll to School Day on October 8.
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Orange County Sheriff releases video of deputy-involved shooting in Lake Forest
The Orange County Sheriff’s Department has released a Critical Incident Video related to a deputy-involved shooting that took place on August 7, 2025, in Lake Forest, California.
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Orange County Sheriff’s Department plans increased patrols targeting driver and motorcycle violations
Orange County Sheriff’s Department will increase patrols in Laguna Hills on Tuesday, September 16.
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Orange County Sheriff's Department highlights September as Pedestrian Safety Month
September is recognized as Pedestrian Safety Month in California, with the Orange County Sheriff’s Department urging drivers to be cautious and watchful for pedestrians.
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Orange County Sheriff’s Department increases patrols targeting driver safety violations
The Orange County Sheriff’s Department has announced that additional officers will be deployed in Dana Point on Friday, September 5.
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Alabama man arrested after alleged threats at Silverado Canyon abbey
Orange County Sheriff’s Department investigators have arrested Joshua Michael Richardson, a 38-year-old Alabama resident, on suspicion of making criminal threats in Silverado Canyon.
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Orange County Sheriff’s Department receives $75,000 grant for alcohol-related harm prevention
The Orange County Sheriff’s Department has received a $75,000 grant from the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) to address alcohol-related harm in the community.
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Orange County Sheriff’s Department launches “Know Your Limit” DUI awareness event in Mission Viejo
On August 30, 2025, the Orange County Sheriff’s Department will conduct a public education campaign at Lake Mission Viejo during a concert event.
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Orange County Sheriff’s Department plans extra patrols targeting traffic violations in Mission Viejo
The Orange County Sheriff’s Department has announced that additional officers will be on patrol in Mission Viejo on Saturday, August 23.
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Orange County Sheriff’s Department plans operation targeting distracted driving
The Orange County Sheriff’s Department will conduct an enforcement operation on August 22, 2025, aimed at drivers suspected of violating the hands-free cell phone law.
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Inmate dies following apparent suicide attempt at Theo Lacy Facility
An inmate at the Theo Lacy Facility in Orange died on August 12, 2025.
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Orange County Sheriff’s Department announces distracted driving enforcement in San Clemente
On August 18, 2025, the Orange County Sheriff’s Department will conduct an enforcement operation in San Clemente targeting drivers suspected of violating California's hands-free cell phone law.
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Orange County Sheriff plans distracted driving enforcement in San Clemente
The Orange County Sheriff’s Department has announced an enforcement operation in San Clemente aimed at drivers who violate the hands-free cell phone law.
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Orange County Sheriff’s Department arrests four suspects in Anaheim homicide
Four people have been arrested in connection with the fatal shooting of a security guard outside a bar in unincorporated Anaheim, according to the Orange County Sheriff’s Department.
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Orange County Sheriff’s Department plans enforcement against distracted driving
On August 16, 2025, the Orange County Sheriff’s Department will carry out an enforcement operation in San Juan Capistrano targeting drivers who violate California’s hands-free cell phone law.
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Orange County Sheriff arrests former high school coach for alleged sexual misconduct
Orange County Sheriff’s Department Special Victim’s Detail investigators arrested Michael Joseph Duran, 44, of Aliso Viejo on August 13, 2025.
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Orange County Sheriff’s Department launches impaired driving awareness effort at county fair
The Orange County Sheriff’s Department will conduct a public education campaign at the Orange County Fair Grounds on August 13, 2025, to inform attendees about the risks of impaired driving.