Protests today in Yorba Linda resulted in two arrests and injuries to multiple people, with a vehicle driving into a crowd, striking and causing major injury to two people. The driver was arrested…

VIRTUAL MEDAL OF VALOR: Every year the Sheriff’s Advisory Council recognizes a member of the Sheriff’s Department for their distinguished service. This year’s honoree, Sgt. Randy Sterett, was…

VIRTUAL MEDAL OF VALOR: Four deputies who rescued a man inside a burning assisted living facility in Mission Viejo were awarded the Medal of Courage and the Medal for Lifesaving at this year’s…

LAKE FOREST, Ca. (Oct. 16, 2020) – Distracted driving is a dangerous and illegal behavior the Sheriff’s Department is working to deter drivers from doing. On Monday, October 19, deputies will…

MISSION VIEJO, Ca. (Oct. 19, 2020) – Distracted driving is a dangerous and illegal behavior the Sheriff’s Department is working to deter drivers from doing. On Thursday, October 22, deputies…

The Orange County Sheriff’s Department has deployed new proactive efforts to reverse the increase in drug trafficking that has been experienced within the four county-run jail facilities in Orange…

In honor of National Forensic Science Week, the Orange County Crime Lab wants to educate the public on the many ways our work impacts the county and makes a difference in the life of the citizens we…

The season between Thanksgiving and New Year's Day is one of the deadliest and most dangerous times on America's roadways due to an increase in impaired driving. Most people would never imagine that…

The Orange County Sheriff Department is saddened to announce the passing of retired Police Service Dog, “Luna.” Luna, a 14-year-old Belgian Malinois, passed away Sunday, March 31, comforted by her…