Dana Point, Ca. (August 26, 2024): The Orange County Sheriff’s Department will have extra deputies out on patrol Saturday, August 24, in the city of Dana Point looking for violations made by drivers and motorcyclists that increase the risk of crashes. With nearly 900,000 registered motorcycles in the state, many...
San Juan Capistrano, Ca. (Aug. 23, 2024): Today, the Orange County Sheriff’s Department released a Critical Incident Video depicting the deputy-involved shooting that occurred on July 9, 2024, in San Juan Capistrano, Ca. The Critical Incident Video is available for viewing below. In order to foster greater public trust with...
Mission Viejo, Ca. (August 26, 2024): On Friday, August 23, 2024, Orange County Sheriff’s deputies arrested Che Lewis, 30, of Mission Viejo in connection with several bank robberies. Lewis was arrested prior to committing a bank robbery at the U.S. Bank in Anaheim. On July 8, 2024, investigators began investigating...
On Tuesday, September 24, 2024, an Orange County Jail inmate housed at the Theo Lacy Facility in Module L died while inside custody. The decedent, 48-year-old Jason Michael Castillo of Anaheim, was a Hispanic male who was awaiting trial. The decedent's manner and means of death are awaiting final determination by the Orange County Coroner.
The Behavioral Health Bureau is committed to assisting the homeless population and those with mental health needs through a robust program that includes proactive engagement, case management, and resource distribution. The goal of the Behavioral Health Bureau is to create a professional, collaborative, and appropriate response to mental health calls...
Mission Viejo, Ca. (August 28, 2024): – The Sheriff’s Department will take part in a bicycle and pedestrian safety enforcement operation aimed at educating bicyclists, drivers and pedestrians on traffic laws, rules, and responsibilities. On Friday, August 30, deputies will be looking for violations made by bicyclists, drivers and pedestrians...
Santa Ana, Ca (August 29, 2024): September is Pedestrian Safety Month in California. The Orange County Sheriff’s Department would like to remind drivers to slow down and be alert for people walking on our roads. By always taking extra precautions, you can help protect pedestrians and reduce the risk of...
Santa Ana, Ca. ( September 12, 2024): During Child Passenger Safety Week, the Orange County Sheriff’s Department encourages all parents and caregivers to make sure their children are riding safely by using the correct car seats, booster seats and properly fitted seat belts. This annual campaign takes place from September...
Santa Ana, Ca. (September 9, 2024): At a ceremony in Washington D.C. on Sept. 4, 2024, the National Institute of Corrections (NIC) recognized the Orange County Sheriff’s Department (OCSD) as a “center of innovation.” OCSD was acknowledged for its collaboration and behavioral health care practices. The NIC regarded the Orange...
