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NEWS RELEASE: Suspect arrested for Aliso Viejo homicide

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Homicide investigators have arrested a suspect accused of stabbing a juvenile yesterday morning in Aliso Viejo. If you have information regarding this incident, contact OC Sheriff Dispatch at 714-647-7000 or OC Crime Stoppers at 1-855-TIP-OCCS.

NEWS RELEASE: The Sheriff’s Department Working to Curb Distracted Driving

LAGUNA NIGUEL, Ca. (Aug. 21, 2020) – Distracted driving is a dangerous and illegal behavior the Sheriff’s Department is working to deter drivers from doing. On Tuesday, Aug. 25, deputies will focus their efforts on drivers that are talking, texting, using an app or any other action on their phone that is not hands-free and violates California’s cell phone law. A violation is subject to a $162 fine for the first offense, and at least $285 for a second offense.

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NEWS RELEASE: Sheriff’s Department sees an increase in crimes targeting distracted shoppers

SANTA ANA, Ca. (August 19, 2020) – The Orange County Sheriff’s Department would like members of the public to remain vigilant as investigators have seen an increase in thefts from distracted shoppers. Recent investigations show an increase in wallets and personal property being taken from purses while unsuspecting victims are distracted. In most cases, victims are followed through a store until the theft opportunity presents itself.

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NEWS RELEASE: OCSD Working to Keep Public Safe from Suspected Impaired Drivers

SANTA ANA, Ca. (Aug. 14, 2020): While many of us have been staying at home during the COVID-19 pandemic, the Orange County Sheriff’s Department is reminding everyone who needs to drive to do so while sober.“The dangers of drinking and driving are very real,” said Orange County Sheriff’s Department Sgt. Brent Jasper. “That includes drugs that affect your ability to drive. Please be responsible and think of your family and friends before considering driving when you are not in a position to do so safely.”

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