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Wanted Suspect Captured in San Francisco
On November 21, 2012, the Santa Cruz Police Department obtained a warrant for Trey Powell for sexually assaulting, battering and kidnapping a female acquaintance. We are pleased to announce that Mr....
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Help Catch A Jewelry Theft Suspect
The person depicted in these photos stole a gold "Gucci" style chain from a local jewelry and coin shop in Santa Cruz. While the store employee was busy appraising another jewelry piece, our suspect...
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PRIDE Program visits KION
Last week participants in the Police Department's PRIDE program visited the studios of KION "Your Central Coast News". The PRIDE (Personally Responsible Individual Development in Ethics) Program is a...
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Good News - Wallet Thief Arrested
Earlier this week we posted a photo of a wallet thief targeting women's purses in Safeway. A number of tips were received and our suspect was identified. Mr. Larry Steele was arrested behind these...
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Help Identify Meat and DVD Thief From Grocery Store
On November 26, 2012 at approximately 10:00 AM, the pictured person was reported to have stolen a large tray of meat (presumably steaks) and 2-3 DVD's from Safeway on Mission Street. He selected the...
View ArticleBe in the Know!
Members of our community have several different sources of up-to-the-minute information from the Santa Cruz Police Department and Santa Cruz Regional 9-1-1. This includes community alerts about traffic...
View ArticleNovember Online Crime Stats
In November, 184 reports were filed online using our online crime reporting system (called CopLogic). You can view the program here.The most common crime type reported (43%) was petty theft. This was...
View ArticleSCPD Holiday Closures
As a cost saving measure, the Santa Cruz Police Department lobby will be closed for the annual holiday closure beginning December 24th and reopening on January 7th. Property and registration will still...
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SCPD is Going Solar
The Santa Cruz Police Department is in the process of installing solar panels in the back parking lot to power the building. The project, done concurrently with solar improvements at City Hall, is...
View ArticleDive Equipment Found
Dive equipment, including a vest, regulator, fins and dive computer, were turned into the Municipal Wharf late last week. The items were apparently found in a trash can near Ocean and Broadway and may...
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SCPD Most Wanted: Week of Dec. 11th
Santa Cruz Police Most Wanted: Week of December 11thSuspect: Dustin LocklinDescription: 22 years-old, 6’02”, 170 pounds, BRO hair, BLU eyes. He is a Santa Cruz resident.Mr. Locklin is currently...
View ArticleHow to Keep Your home Safe During the Holidays
Season’s Greetings to all!The holiday spirit is upon us and Santa’s workshop is in full production. Unfortunately, thieves are also very active this time of year. While stealing will never be...
View ArticleTheft From Your Vehicle? Help Prevent It!
Don’t let thieves ruin your holiday season. With the shopping season in full swing there are a few ways you can protect yourself from becoming the victim of theft from your vehicle. The best deterrent...
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100,000 "Calls For Service" So Far in 2012
On Thursday December 13th, the Santa Cruz Police Department hit the 100,000 mark in “calls for service”, year-to-date 2012. Officer Mike Huynh hit the mark, logging a call at about 6 PM. This...
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New Year's Eve Closures and Safey Enhancement Zone
Similar to previous years the Santa Cruz Police Department will have some minor road closures and a Safety Enhancement Zone in the downtown area. The Safety Enhancement (Triple Fine) Zone will be in...
View ArticleSCPD's Predictive Policing Program Now Being Used in Europe
SCPD's predictive policing program is now being used in the United Kingdom. The Kent Police Department reached out to SCPD for help in implementing the program. From an article just published in Police...
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SCPD Most Wanted: Week of December 18th
SCPD Most Wanted: Week of December 18thSuspect: Joseph WoodsDescription: 32 years-old, 6’04”, 230 pounds.Mr. Woods is currently wanted on an outstanding no bail warrant felony drug sales and felony...
View ArticleSCPD Joins National Bike Registry
The Santa Cruz Police Department is now registered with the National Bike Registry. The Registry will work in tandem with local registration efforts to help reunite stolen or lost bikes with their...
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Tresspassing Issues? Help Us Prevent It!
Trespassing issues are a recurring problem in our community.Much of this activity occurs when businesses are closed or residents are not at home. Police cannot take enforcement action without the...
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Fond Farewell to Zach Friend
While some have erroneously predicted the end of the world today, the fact that you are reading this indicates they were off on those calculations. Little did we know, what the Mayans were really...
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