Orange County Sheriff's Department
Recent News About Orange County Sheriff's Department
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Inmate dies after assault at Santa Ana intake release center
On February 21, 2025, an inmate from the Intake Release Center in Santa Ana passed away at a local hospital.
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Investigators pursue new leads in cold case of Maritza Glean Grimmett
Orange County Sheriff's investigators are actively seeking information following new developments in the 1983 homicide case of Maritza Glean Grimmett.
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Justin Chevalier named chief of San Clemente police services
Captain Justin Chevalier has been appointed as the new Chief of San Clemente Police Services, taking over the role on February 7. “I am humbled and honored to step into this role and continue serving the San Clemente community with dedication and...
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Inmate from Theo Lacy Facility dies; investigation underway
On February 9, 2025, a 72-year-old inmate housed in the Correctional Medical Services wing of a local hospital passed away.
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Fatal traffic collision leads to arrest in Dana Point
On Friday, January 31, 2025, a traffic collision occurred at the intersection of Golden Lantern and Stonehill Drive in Dana Point.
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Inmate found dead at Santa Ana's Intake Release Center
An inmate at the Intake Release Center in Santa Ana was pronounced dead on February 1, 2025.
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Orange County Sheriff announces DUI checkpoint in Rancho Santa Margarita
The Orange County Sheriff's Department is set to conduct a DUI/Driver's License Checkpoint in Rancho Santa Margarita on Friday, January 31.
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Sheriff Barnes clarifies Orange County's stance on federal immigration enforcement
Orange County Sheriff Don Barnes issued a statement addressing the role of the Orange County Sheriff's Department in federal immigration enforcement.
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Man arrested for homicide in San Juan Capistrano
On Saturday, January 25, 2025, deputies responded to an assault report in the 32000 block of Valle Rd. in San Juan Capistrano.
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Orange County sheriff concludes long-standing federal probe on jail informant use
The Orange County Sheriff's Department has announced the conclusion of a United States Department of Justice (DOJ) investigation into its use of custodial informants.
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Inmate from Theo Lacy Facility dies after hospital transport
An inmate at the Theo Lacy Facility in Orange, California, died on January 17, 2025.
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Inmate from Theo Lacy Facility dies during medical care; investigation underway
An inmate from the Theo Lacy Facility died while receiving medical care at a local hospital on January 12, 2025.
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Orange County Sheriff's Department announces DUI checkpoint in Yorba Linda
The Orange County Sheriff's Department is set to conduct a DUI and driver's license checkpoint in Yorba Linda on Friday, January 3.
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Fatal accident in Mission Viejo leads to arrest for suspected DUI
On January 1, 2025, a serious traffic collision occurred in Mission Viejo, California.
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Ryan Buhr appointed chief of Aliso Viejo Police Services
Captain Ryan Buhr has been appointed as the new Chief of Aliso Viejo Police Services, beginning his duties on December 27.
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Inmate found dead at Theo Lacy Facility; investigation underway
An inmate at the Theo Lacy Facility in Orange, California, died on December 29, 2024.
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Sheriff's department targets distracted driving violations in Stanton
The Sheriff's Department in Stanton, California, is taking steps to address the issue of distracted driving.
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Sheriff's department targets distracted driving violations in Mission Viejo
The Sheriff's Department in Mission Viejo is taking steps to address the issue of distracted driving, which is both dangerous and illegal.
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Shooting in Stanton leaves one dead and another injured
On December 20, 2024, a shooting incident occurred in Stanton, California.
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California implements Proposition 36 addressing theft, fentanyl crisis
Sheriff Don Barnes has issued a statement regarding the implementation of Proposition 36, known as the Homeless, Drug Addiction and Theft Reduction Act.