Trial Begins for Violent Police Pursuit Case
A 41-year-old man who had just walked out of a Norwalk jail carjacked an SUV at a gas station and fled with a woman in the passenger seat before dumping the victim and leading police on a chase that ended with a deadly crash in Anaheim, a prosecutor told jurors Wednesday, while the defendant’s attorney questioned the...
The SAPD is cracking down on Easter cruising again although the State legalized it
Once again, Easter Sunday in Santa Ana is being marked not just by celebrations, but by a massive “zero-tolerance” police enforcement operation. A recent press release from the Santa Ana Police Department (SAPD) outlines a citywide crackdown on “unpermitted events” this April 5th, specifically targeting cruising...
Former California Police Chief and Officer Charged with Grand Theft
LOS ANGELES, California - A former police chief and an officer from the Metropolitan State Hospital have been charged with felony grand theft for allegedly submitting fraudulent timecards to divert public funds for personal gain. Donald Santarin Salvador, a 44-year-old from Lake Forest, and former Chief of Police for...
Stolen U-Haul Chase in San Clemente California Ends in Deadly Crash Killing Innocent Driver...
SAN CLEMENTE, CALIFORNIA — A high-speed police chase involving a stolen U-Haul truck ended in tragedy Monday morning when the vehicle slammed into another car, killing an innocent bystander and leaving multiple people injured, according to authorities. The incident unfolded in Orange County, where deputies were...
Irvine PD warns public of scam phone calls
The Irvine Police Department shared a warning with the public on Wednesday that they’ve received reports of scam phone calls claiming to be from the department or other government agencies. Police said it’s unknown who is calling residents and impersonating authorities. They said that Irvine Police Department...
Santa Ana woman loses $45K in lottery ticket scam, suspects at large
A Santa Ana resident lost $45,000 in cash and jewelry after being targeted in a lottery ticket scam, police said Wednesday. The incident happened March 19 near Raitt Street and McFadden Avenue, according to the Santa Ana Police Department. Investigators said two women approached the victim claiming they had a winning...
Young man arrested for tagging at a park in Costa Mesa
Last week, two park rangers were proactively conducting a patrol check of Talbert Park South a little before 7 a.m. when they heard the rattling of a can, according to the Costa Mesa Police Department. The officers knew what that sound meant. They located fresh purple spray paint on a...
Orange County man arrested for abusing a German Sheherd
The weekend, police officers responded to the Recreation Center for an animal abuse in progress, according to the Fountain Valley Police Department. A concerned citizen called to report a male kicking and stomping on a German Shepherd who appeared to be in distress. The male suspect was quickly located and...
Nevada fugitive arrested in California after years on the run
LAS VEGAS (FOX5) — A fugitive sex offender wanted in Nevada is back in custody after four years on the run, according to officials with Nevada State Police. MORE ON FOX5 | Henderson police joins statewide initiative to target distracted driving. Preston Jakes was arrested March 13, 2026, in...
Man killed when car crashes into him on Del Amo, Long Beach police say
A 65-year-old man who was fatally struck by an SUV when he ran into lanes of traffic in Long Beach was identified by authorities today. Francisco Fuentes of Long Beach died in the crash at about 8 p.m. Friday in the area of Del Amo Boulevard and Locust Avenue, according to the Los Angeles County medical examiner’s...
