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Sheriff’s Department Working to Curb Distracted Driving in San Juan Capistrano

San Juan Capistrano , Ca. (May 2, 2023): Distracted driving is a dangerous and illegal behavior the Sheriff’s Department is working to deter drivers from doing. On Thursday, May 4, deputies will focus their efforts on drivers that are talking, texting, using an app or any other action on their...

Burglary Suspects Arrested in Yorba Linda

YORBA LINDA, Ca. (May 8, 2023): On Wednesday, May 3, 2023, Orange County Sheriff’s Department deputies were conducting proactive patrol checks in the city of Yorba Linda. At approximately 7:45 p.m., deputies noticed what appeared to be suspicious activity occurring in the 3000 block of Gardena Lane. Sheriff’s helicopter Duke...

OCSD to conduct Motorcycle Safety Enforcement in Mission Viejo

Mission Viejo, Ca. (May 10, 2023): The Orange County Sheriff’s Department will have extra deputies out on patrol Friday, May 12, in the city of Mission Viejo looking for violations made by drivers and motorcyclists that increase the risk of crashes. With nearly 900,000 registered motorcycles in the state, many...

OC Sheriff’s Department Informs Public How to “Know Your Limit”

DANA POINT, CA. (May 11, 2023): On Saturday, May 13, 2023, the Orange County Sheriff’s Department will have deputies at the Palm Tree Musical Festival educating the public on how to monitor their alcohol intake and “Know Your Limit.” The “Know Your Limit” program is intended to raise awareness about...

E-bike safety the focus for National Bike Safety Month

SANTA ANA, Ca. (May 11, 2023): In recognition of National Bike Safety Month, the Orange County Sheriff’s Department, the Orange County Fire Authority and Providence Mission Hospital are partnering to launch a public safety campaign focused on e-bike education, safety and enforcement. “While in recent years we have dedicated resources...

May is Bicycle Safety Month: Share the Road and Look Out for One Another

SANTA ANA, Ca. (May 1 2, 2023): May is National Bicycle Safety Month and the Orange County Sheriff’s Department is encouraging more people to get active and safely take bike rides. “Bicycling is a great means of transportation and recreation, and everyone deserves to ride to their destination safely,” Sergeant...

Check Twice for Motorcycles: May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month

SANTA ANA, Ca. (May 12, 2023): During May’s Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month, the Orange County Sheriff’s Department reminds drivers to always look twice for motorcycles. Safe riding and driving practices, and a shared responsibility from all road users, will help everyone get to their destination safely. “Motorcycles may be difficult...

OCSD to conduct Motorcycle Safety Enforcement in San Juan Capistrano

San Juan Capistrano, Ca. (May 13, 2023): The Orange County Sheriff’s Department will have extra deputies out on patrol Monday, May 15, in the city of San Juan Capistrano looking for violations made by drivers and motorcyclists that increase the risk of crashes. With nearly 900,000 registered motorcycles in the...

Captain Alan Villanueva selected as Chief of Aliso Viejo Police Services

ALISO VIEJO, Ca. (Feb. 8, 2023): Captain Alan Villanueva has been selected as the new Chief of Aliso Viejo Police Services. He began his new assignment Friday, Jan. 27.

“Click It or Ticket” Campaign Reminds Californians to Always Wear Their Seat Belt - Seat Belt Safety Campaign Runs Through Memorial Day

SANTA ANA Ca, (May 15, 2023): The Orange County Sheriff’s Department reminds everyone taking a trip to visit friends or family over the Memorial Day Weekend to always buckle up and keep children in child safety seats. This year’s Click It or Ticket campaign is from May 22-June 4. During...