Bench Warrant Scam
Warrant for your Arrest Scam The suspects in this scam call you, identify themselves as law enforcement officers and then direct you to pay a bail or fine to prevent arrest. The reasons for the…
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National Cyber Security Awareness Month Tips from OCSD
October is National Cyber Security Awareness Month, and the Orange County Sheriff’s Department encourages you to take steps to protect yourself from cyber-attacks and fraud. Cyber scammers use…
For National Safety Month consider implementing one new safety habit
June marks National Safety Month – a nationwide campaign promoted by the National Safety Council that encourages residents to adopt practices focused on preventing injuries or death at work, on…
Unintentional Discharge at JWA
At approximately 7:02 a.m., Wednesday, August 26, 2020 an unintentional weapon discharge by an Orange County Sheriff’s Sergeant occurred in the John Wayne Airport Terminal Administrative Office.
Learning from the lab High School students glean drug prevention tips from OCSD
Slides from the murder scene flipped onto the screen – one grotesque shot after another. The students briefed on the infamous 2005 “Fortune Teller Murders” weren’t fazed by the blood-soaked and…
Medal for Lifesaving Rescued woman from suicide attempt
On September 19, 2019 at 6 a.m., Motor Deputy Stephen Baker was on his way to work in Aliso Viejo when he came across a car that was partially blocking the right lane of the 15S/91W connector bridge…
OCSD letter regarding Register article
Trust between the public and law enforcement is continually evolving. The Orange County Sheriff’s Department (OCSD) believes it is important to bring to the attention of the public an unfounded…
OC Sheriff Sandra Hutchens implores community to help families in need with annual essentials drive
Sheriff Sandra Hutchens is encouraging the community to participate in a countywide drive to collect baby essentials for families in need. From now until June 8, HomeAid Orange County, in…
The Crime Lab makes a difference by providing leads
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 Crime Lab makes a difference by providing leads
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…