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Welcome Officer Scott Freeman
Ladies and Gentlemen…….. (drumroll please!)Introducing the newest member of the Santa Cruz Police Department…Officer Scott Freeman. Today, Scott was sworn-in as a Police Officer, by Chief Kevin Vogel....
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June "Name That Thief" - Round 2
OK Contestants, you did so well with Round 1, you have qualified for Round 2. In this round we only have one suspect, but pictures from multiple locations. Officer Trevor Kendall is even offering to...
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Police Scanner Feed Back Up and Running
The police scanner feature on our iPhone and Droid mobile app was down for a short while. The problem has been resolved and we are now back on the air. To those who let us know about the problem, thank...
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SCPD Day Two Highlights From National Police Week and Law Enforcement...
Day 2 at the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Ceremonies as part of National Police Week.Our team kept plenty busy with activities and touring.Officer Ganzel making an outline impression of...
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Virtual Ride-Along Coming This Thursday
Join us this Thursday June 19th for a “Virtual Ride-Along”. You ask, “What is a Virtual Ride-Along”? Simple....we will be spending the day with Officer Carly Cross. Carly will be accompanied by our...
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Three Cases for June’s Round 3 of “Name That Thief”
Since the bag of station house coffee reward was such a big hit, we are going to “up the ante” for Round 3 of "Name That Thief".For the correct tip that identifies these suspects, we are giving away...
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Chief Vogel Hits the Local Newstalk Airwaves
Chief Kevin Vogel took to the local radio airwaves this morning. Along with his trusty Deputy Chief sidekick, the two dusted off their "radio voices" and were guests on KSCO’s Good Morning Monterey...
View ArticleSCPD Introduces the Neighborhood Enforcement Team (N.E.T.)
Several years ago, the Santa Cruz Police Department created a specialized unit whose primary focus was suppression of crimes of violence, gangs and drugs. This highly effective team was called the...
View ArticleFireworks Prohibited – Violators Subject To Triple Fine Penalties – July 4-6,...
With thousands of visitors expected to visit Santa Cruz over the upcoming Independence Day holiday weekend, the Santa Cruz City Council has taken steps to ensure the City remains safe and clean for...
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Round 1 of July Name That Thief
It is time for Round 1 of July’s “Name That Thief”.We had a successful June with a number of suspects identified through your tips. Let’s keep the momentum and see if you can help us identify July’s...
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July Name That Thief - Round 2
We’re back after a short hiatus to deal with the harbor death investigation which took on a national media persona.Round 2 of July “Name That Thief” features two cases. Both cases are from Costco, who...
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Big Donation to Help Local Kids From Krassow Foundation
Santa Cruz Police PRIDE Program and BASTA Receive $25,000 Donation from Randy and Janet Krassow, Owners of Santa Cruz Memorial Randy and Janet Krassow are just two of the nicest "coolest" people you...
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Great Patrol Work Takes a Stolen Gun Off The Street and Puts a Suspect In Jail
Our Officer was “Johnny On The Spot” early Wednesday morning as he was on patrol in the Downtown. Don’t let this photo fool you, Officer Cathrein (pronounced Kah-Train) has cat-like reflexes and Ninja...
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Who's Cooler Than a Slurpee on a Hot Summer Day
We are teaming up with our local 7–Eleven Stores® for “Operation Chill”. This program promotes positive interactions and reinforce good behavior with the kids in our community during a...
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SCPD Neighborhood Enforcement Team Takes Aim at Prostitution
The SCPD Neighborhood Enforcement Team has taken aim at prostitution plaguing the Ocean Street area. Their efforts have led to a number of arrests over the past week. We plan on targeting the Ocean...
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Kiwanis Donate Town Clock Light in Memory of Butch & Elizabeth
The interior of our iconic Town Clock is now illuminated thanks to our local Surf City Santa Cruz Kiwanis Club. This light and plaque were installed by Kiwanis in memory of Sergeant Butch Baker and...
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Teen Public Safety Academy Coming This Summer - Sign Up Now
Our Teen Public Safety Academy is back for another summer of great times and cool stuff. This program is incredibly popular. Spaces fill up quickly.....so sign up now!!!! You will have an entire...
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Six Arrested in Drug Sales Sting
It is so good to have the staffing to bring back our Neighborhood Enforcement Team. The team is making an impact and paying dividends with their hard work! On Friday last week our team was back at...
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Great Patrol Work Takes 2 Guns and 3 Suspects Off The Streets
Over the past week, our patrol teams have taken two guns off the streets from gangsters.The first case involved our Neighborhood Enforcement Team tracking down a suspect with a felony drug warrant....
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Suspect Arrested in Gang Motivated Stabbing
Santa Cruz Police Department Detectives made an arrest in a gang-related stabbing that occurred on August 17th at approximately 10:55 PM. The stabbing took place at an apartment complex in the 100...
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