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Fatal Traffic Collision in Mission Viejo, Two Drivers Arrested
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MISSION VIEJO, Calif. (Aug. 21, 2026): On Thursday, Aug. 20, at 9:41 p.m., deputies responded to the area of Los Alisos Boulevard and Mustang Run in Mission Viejo regarding a solo vehicle traffic collision. Deputies arrived and found Shalia Deciderio, a 21-year-old female from Rancho Santa Margarita, deceased. A preliminary...
Orange County Sheriff’s Department Focuses on the Dangers of Distracted Driving
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ALISO VIEJO, Calif. (Aug. 22, 2026) The Orange County Sheriff’s will conduct a traffic safety operation on Saturday, Aug 24, in the City of Aliso Viejo focused on the most dangerous driver behaviors that put the safety of people biking or walking at risk. These violations include speeding, making illegal...
69-01186-M
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CORONER CASE NUMBER: 69-01186-M SEX: MALE RACE: CAUCASIAN DATE of DEATH: 4/13/1969 AGE Est. : 65-75 years old EYES: Unknown HAIR: Grey/Brown (thinning) HGT. Inches: Approximately 68 inches WEIGHT LBS: 175-180 CITY OF DEATH: Placentia (unincorporated at the time) LOCATION FOUND: Railroad tracks about 200 yards east of the intersection...
John Does
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John Does 1970 to Present Click on the images for more details, dental charts, prints and artist's sketches. Some of the photos and information in this section may be disturbing to some viewers.
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Citizens' Academy
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2027 Citizens’ Academy The 2027 Citizens' Academy will be held on Thursday evenings from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. in July and August. The application window will open April 2027. If you would like to be placed on an interest list, please email info@ocsheriff.gov . About the Citizens' Academy The Orange...
Captain Matt Timmins selected as North Patrol Chief of Police Services
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SANTA ANA, Ca. (Dec. 23, 2025): Captain Matt Timmins has been selected as the new North Patrol Chief of Police Services, serving the city of Villa Park and the county’s northern unincorporated areas. He will begin his new assignment Friday, Dec. 26. “I look forward to working alongside the dedicated...
Captain Matt Stafford selected as Stanton Chief of Police Services
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STANTON, Ca. (March 3 , 2026): Captain Matt Stafford has been selected as the Chief of Police Services for the City of Stanton. He begins his new assignment on Friday, March 6. “I’m honored to stand beside the men and women who deliver exceptional service to the great city of...
Personal History Statements for New Applicants
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Below are personal history statement forms for applicants. Call (714) 834-5858 to speak to a recruiter and get your questions answered.
Required Training/Inspection(s)
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The applicant shall not be required to pay for any training courses prior to the initial determination of whether the applicant is a disqualified person pursuant to paragraph (1) of subdivision (d) of Section 26202. New applicants must complete a course no less than 16 hours to include at least...