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SCPD Recovers Record # of Stolen Cars - WARNS Auto Theft is on the Rise
Auto Theft is on the Rise - Good news: SCPD has a proven track record for recovering stolen cars.Through the first four months of the year, our city has seen a 24% increase in car thefts. Since March...
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SCPD in the Community Supporting Kids Day with Sheriff's Posse
It was our pleasure to spend the day meeting and interacting with everyone involved in the Special Kids Day last Friday.100 youngsters enrolled in Special Education enjoyed a day of fun activities at...
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National Police Week - Thanks to Those Who Keep Us Safe
Appreciation for the hard work that our law enforcement officers do to keep Santa Cruz residents safe and protected is proclaimed locally and across the country this National Police Week, May 15-21. At...
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SCPD Press Release: Two Arrested in Separate Child Pornography Investigations
On May 17, 2016, the Santa Cruz Police Department conducted two separate search warrants and arrests stemming from proactive months-long child pornography investigations. In two independent...
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Sign Up Now for Summer 2016 Teen Public Safety Academy
Santa Cruz Police and Fire Departments offer teens ages 13-19 the opportunity to learn more about law enforcement and the fire service in this summer’s Teen Public Safety Academy.In the one-week course...
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Washburn Ave. Shooting Investigation & Arrest
The Santa Cruz Police Department is investigating a shooting that occurred on May 22, 2016 at approximately 4:09 am in the 200 block of Washburn Ave. Officers responded to reports of multiple gunshots...
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Memorial Day Weekend 2016 Stats
The Santa Cruz Police Department used the majority of staff including Police Officers and Community Service Officers to handle the anticipated crowds in the City of Santa Cruz and additional calls for...
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Tonight – City Hall Comes to YOU 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the Museum of Art and History
Tonight – City Hall Comes to YOU 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the Museum of Art and HistorySCPD will be on hand to share and discuss Downtown, Beach Area and Harvey West neighborhood issues and concerns.We...
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SCPD Swears in Two New Officers
Two new officers were sworn into the Santa Cruz Police Department during a badge pinning ceremony on Thursday afternoon. Chief Kevin Vogel presided as new officers Raul Pizano and Tyler Hernandez took...
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Press Release: Arrest in Vehicle Pedestrian Hit & Run 6/5/16
On Sunday, June 5, 2016 at approximately 4:35pm, Santa Cruz Police officers responded to a report of a hit and run collision involving a vehicle and a pedestrian at Bay Drive and High Street. SCPD...
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Celebrating the Graduation of Our 9th P.R.I.D.E . Class
Last week, Santa Cruz Police Department celebrated the successful graduation of 21 youths from the P.R.I.D.E . program. This marks the 9th graduating class for P.R.I.D.E. PERSONALLY RESPONSIBLE...
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Santa Cruz Police Department 2015 Annual Report Released
Click Here to View the 2015 SCPD Annual ReportDear Friends and Colleagues: It is my pleasure to present the Santa Cruz Police Department’s 2015 Annual Report. This is the first annual report that our...
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SCPD Proud to Support and Carry the Torch for Special Olympics Northern...
SCPD was proud to once again carry the Torch for the Special Olympics Northern California. The SCPD team picked up the Torch at the city limits from the Sheriff's Office. We carried the Torch...
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Help Us Identify Vandalism Suspect
Our community is amazing at providing us tips and helping us identify suspects from video and photos posted on our blog. Here is another one to test your detective skills. On June 5th at about 1:45...
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Press Release: Child Molester Arrested
On Friday June 17, 2016, Santa Cruz Police Detectives arrested suspect Timothy Ritchison for inappropriate lewd and lascivious acts with a child. The victim is a preschool age female. The suspect was...
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Help Identify Suspects Who Crashed Stolen Car Into Store And Stole ATM Machine
SCPD is asking for the public's help to identify the suspects shown in this video. Burglars use a stolen car to crash through the front of a mini-mart and steal the ATM...
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Armed Robbers Arrested In Under an Hour! Great Teamwork SCPD & CHP
On early Friday morning 06/24/16 at about 12:32 am, SCPD Officers responded to the 100 block of Trinity Street for a reported armed robbery at knifepoint. The suspects were described as a white male...
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City of Santa Cruz - Fireworks Prohibited, July 3-5, 2016 Safety Enhancement...
With thousands 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 everyone. The...
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City of Santa Cruz - Fireworks Prohibited, July 3-5, 2016 Safety Enhancement...
With thousands 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 everyone. The...
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Safely Celebrate 4th of July in Santa Cruz PSA – Safety Enhancement Zone,...
We’d like to welcome everyone coming to Santa Cruz to celebrate over the 4th of July weekend. And, remind you that no fireworks of any kind are allowed in the City of Santa Cruz....
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