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Helpful Information for Identity Theft Victims
Detective Wendy Bynes has investigated numerous cases of identity theft and fraudulent financial activity. She knows, there is nothing more frustrating to these victims than having to clear their...
View ArticleHelp us Find This Car and Suspect
On February 11, 2013 at approximately 7:30 PM Santa Cruz Police officers responded to a report of a robbery that occurred at a bus stop in the 300 block of Natural Bridges Drive. Officers contacted...
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Sketch of Bus Stop Shooting Suspect
Below is a sketch of the suspect that robbed and shot a UCSC student at a bus stop on February 11, 2013. The sketch was created by our victim and a sketch artist this evening (February 12th). If you...
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This Week's MOST WANTED
These suspects are still outstanding in the homicide of Tyler Tenario in 2009. Detectives continue to develop leads in the whereabouts of both suspects. We have also tried to gain the cooperation of...
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UCSC Rape Suspect
The Santa Cruz Police Department is working closely with the UCSC Police Department to identify and locate the suspect in a Sexual Assault. The assault occurred on campus Sunday February 17th. We...
View ArticleREWARDS Offered for Information
The Santa Cruz Police Department is announcing a $5,000 REWARD for information leading to the arrest and conviction of those responsible for each of the following recent crimes:Homicide of Pauly Silva...
View ArticleTo Fight Back or Not During an Attack? Our Thoughts...
The question is often posed to the police department, “Do you recommend people fight back during an attack?” This is a complex question that cannot be answered with a simple “yes” or “no” response....
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$250,000 Warrant for Home Invasion Robbery Suspect
The Santa Cruz Police Department has obtained an arrest warrant for the second suspect in a home invasion robbery that occurred on February 20, 2013 in the 500 block of Poplar Ave. The suspect has...
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Our Fallen Heroes
While we are overcome with sadness, we have been greatly comforted and cared for by our community and our brothers and sisters in law enforcement. We are also extremely proud of these officers and all...
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Purple Heart Medal Left for Fallen Officers
Purple Heart Medal Left by Unidentified SoldierOn Thursday we discovered a very touching and honoring gift left at the memorial for our officers. Pinned to a small teddy bear was an actual Purple...
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Photos of Elizabeth and Butch With Family
Sometimes we can forget that these two amazing officers were more than just that. They were family members, friends, neighbors and more. Here are a couple of photos of them outside of work with those...
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Alternate Site to See Memorial and Transportation
The Santa Cruz Police Department recognizes the change in venue for the Memorial Service honoring Sergeant Butch Baker and Officer Elizabeth Butler has created challenges for some members of the...
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James Durbin to Honor Fallen Officers
At the request of the families, James Durbin will be performing one song at the Memorial Service on Thursday March 7th. James is just another example of the local community coming together to honor...
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Scholarship Fundraiser at Derby Girls Tonight
We are touched by all the fundraisers taking place to support to Sergeant Butch Baker and Detective Elizabeth Butler Scholarship fund. We are grateful for all the effort and to those who have given....
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Burglary Suspect Arrested
Remember This Guy????We posted these pictures taken from a surveillance camera in January. Detectives were hot on his trail prior to the tragic shooting of Sergeant Butch Baker and Detective Elizabeth...
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Scholarship Fund Tops $300,000.....WOW!!!
We are completely blown away at the love, support and generosity of our community. One way this is being shown is through your generous donations to the Sergeant Butch Baker and Detective Elizabeth...
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THANK YOU SANTA CRUZ WARRIORS!!!
Wow!!! What a great night with the Santa Cruz Warriors. The Santa Cruz Warriors honored the memory of Santa Cruz Police Department Sergeant Butch Baker and Officer Elizabeth Butler with an amazing...
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Taking a Stand to End Gun Violence
Thursday March 28th is National Demand Action to End Gun Violence Day. Gun violence has affected far too many of us in the greater Santa Cruz area. The murder of Sergeant Butch Baker and Officer...
View ArticleA Poem to Honor Butch and Beth by Ted Rossiter
Ted Rossiter works for the Information Technology Division within the City of Santa Cruz Administrative Services Department. Ted has been a friend and supporter of the Santa Cruz Police Department for...
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