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Santa Ana police wear denim to support victims of sex crimes
The Santa Ana Police Department encouraged officers to don denim for a day. SAPD officers wore blue jeans to take…
Santa Ana School Resource Officer’s value goes way beyond passing out stickers
It’s all about the kids — and about encouraging them to consider careers in law enforcement and shy away from potential…
They call them “Launi capers.” When Detective Jeff Launi heads out on a case, you often don’t know what he’ll…
The Tustin Police Department recently rewarded several officers for jobs well done and helped them start the new year with…
Being parents themselves, Santa Ana Police Department detectives empathize with the family of a 3-year-old girl who sustained serious injuries…
When Bakersfield Police Sergeant Verion Coleman joined the department’s Wellness Team in 2010, the team was comprised of five people who…
Editor’s Note: This press release was originally published by the Tustin Police Department on March 9, 2022. …
The first noticeable feature was the smile. A smile that “lit up Nick’s whole face,” said John Vella, brother of…