When you call 911, the dispatchers will ask specific questions to gather as much information as possible. This information will help us fully understand the situation before coming to your aid. The more information you can provide, the better.
Our social media accounts are not monitored 24/7 and we can not take police reports through social media.
👉 Please call 9-1-1 during an emergency or to report a crime in progress.
👉 To report a crime that has already happened, please call our non-emergency dispatch at 714-647-7000.
We get a TON of questions about recruiting. The fastest way to get your questions answered is by calling or emailing them. Their contact info is listed above and don't forget to had over to @ocsdrecruiting to stay updated!
Behind every name is a story. A life of service. A sacrifice that will never be forgotten.
This National Peace Officers Memorial Day, we honor the members of our department who gave their lives in the line of duty. We carry their legacy with us today and always.
Last Saturday, nearly 30 of our Six Points For Kids volunteers headed over to the Special Olympics Spring Games to welcome athletes with cheers, high-fives, and encouragement during the Opening Ceremony at Irvine High School.
From the moment the athletes arrived, the excitement was contagious! Thank you to everyone who came out to support these incredible athletes and help make the morning so special. 💛🏅
Deputies from our @ocsdnorthpatrol and Behavioral Health Bureau (BHB) responded near the 17th Street bridge in the City of Santa Ana after reports that an individual had attempted to dig a tunnel beneath the bridge. During the incident, a portion of the bridge collapsed, trapping the individual beneath concrete and debris.
BHB worked alongside North Patrol deputies in a Unified Command with @ocfireauthority and @ocpublicworks to coordinate rescue efforts and secure the area. When Public Works determined the bridge was safe for rescue personnel to enter, firefighters located the individual. Tragically, the person was pronounced deceased at the scene.
Incidents like this highlight the serious dangers associated with trespassing in restricted areas and unauthorized activity around critical infrastructure. Enforcement efforts by both North Patrol and BHB play an important role in protecting individuals who may find themselves in dangerous or crisis situations. Our deputies remain committed to proactive enforcement and connecting vulnerable individuals with resources whenever possible.
Being a mother is a calling and so is public service. Today we recognize the women of our Department who answer both calls every day.
Happy Mother’s Day and thank you for everything you do both on the job and at home. 💐🚔
Rehabilitation includes maintaining the connections that matter most.
Through the PIVOT program, 153 handmade cards were created and sent from the James A. Musick and Theo Lacy Facilities. Each one carrying a personal message to a mother or caregiver, recognizing the role mothers and caregivers play in supporting growth and accountability.
The Orange County Sheriff’s Department remains committed to programs like PIVOT that encourage accountability, positive engagement, and stronger family connections.
What started as a routine traffic stop at 2:07 this morning quickly turned into a narcotics and weapons seizure.
During the stop, a Deputy from San Juan Capistrano’s Special Enforcement Team seized more than 2,000 grams of fentanyl, 1,300 grams of methamphetamine, 700 grams of heroin, 300 grams of ketamine, 2 PCP cigars , 26 pieces of alprazolam, 2 grams of marijuana, 2 loaded firearms , including a ghost gun, and more than $7,200 in cash. Three suspects were arrested.
Substances like fentanyl continue to affect families and communities but proactive enforcement efforts like this help prevent these deadly narcotics from reaching our neighborhoods.
A disturbance in the Force, we sense… 👀
Don’t go over to the dark side, crime prevention is the way. 💫
Lock your car, you must. Report suspicious activity, you will.
Six months ago, Basic Academy Class #269 walked in as recruits, yesterday, that journey came full circle.
Basic Academy Class #269 crossed the stage, getting the badge they’ve worked tirelessly for pinned. Out of 48 graduates, 13 will go on to serve with the Orange County Sheriff’s Department.
Congratulations, Class #269. 👏🚔🎓
The full 2026 Medal of Valor video is now live on our YouTube!
Go behind the scenes and see the teamwork, dedication, and split-second decisions that define what we do at OC Sheriff. From deputies to dispatchers, it takes every piece working together when it matters most.
When the moment calls, we rise to meet it.
Watch the full video at youtube.com/@OCSheriff
