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Roman: Speeding motorist tries to steer traffic stop into his favor with wheel interesting move
The other night I was sent on a call on the eastern end of the city. I was near the…
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After 28 years, ride is over for FPD detective who began career as a fresh-faced surfer dude
Laid-back surfer dude. That’s the impression a Fullerton PD higher-up got when he first set eyes on Matt Malone who,…
Transient tries to steal cell phone from man he slugs in face, lunges at GGPD cops, is arrested
A male transient is facing several charges for lunging at Garden Grove police officers after he tried to steal a…
Teen to honor father’s memory doing what he loved
Dani Bush’s father was an avid cyclist. Before his death from pancreatic cancer in 2012, Det. Phil Bush had served…
Terrorism in OC: Cops teach citizens how to spot clues
A black flag with white script-like writing flashed on the screen. “Does anyone know what this is?” asked Orange County…
Tustin PD empowers residents to be eyes and ears of department
Police can’t do it all. With an average of 12 officers patrolling Tustin on any given shift, it is impossible…
Garden Grove PD credits vigilant neighbors for arrests of suspects in spate of RV battery thefts
The Garden Grove PD is crediting vigilant neighbors with information that led to the arrests of two men suspected of…
Part 2: As National Police Week nears, here are the stories of O.C.’s fallen peace officers
Editor’s note: Part Two of a four-part series In honor of National Police Week (May 15-21), we’re sharing the stories of the…
Inside the Academy: Tustin recruits share best, worst parts of police training
What’s the worst part about the academy and what’s the best? What do recruits miss most about their former lives…
Lessons from Quantico: La Habra captain brings leadership, wellness knowledge to department
The top of the list included family, friends and his Weimaraner, followed by Orange County’s warm weather and In-n-Out. These…