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Santa Barbara Man Arrested for Soliciting a Minor
Monday 03/17/2025
Goleta, Calif. – Sheriff’s deputies arrested a Santa Barbara man for arranging to meet with a minor for the purpose of lewd acts. At approximately 3:35 p.m., deputies responded to the 6800-block of Hollister to meet with a reporting party who had been posing as a juvenile online and arranged to meet with the suspect…
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Don’t Rely on Luck: Be Smart, Choose a Sober Way to Go This St. Patrick’s Day
Wednesday 03/12/2025
St. Patrick’s Day is on March 17, 2025, and is a time to celebrate with friends, family and good cheer. However, as the festivities often include alcohol, the Goleta Police Department is urging everyone to prioritize safety and avoid driving under the influence. Don’t rely on luck—plan ahead and make sure you have a sober…
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Deputies Search for Armed Burglar – Residents Asked to Shelter in Place
Friday 03/07/2025
Santa Barbara, Calif. – Sheriff’s deputies are investigating a burglary where the suspect fled with a stolen firearm, prompting a request for area residents to shelter in their homes. On Thursday, March 6, 2025, at approximately 7:14 p.m., Sheriff’s deputies responded to the 1300-block of Barger Canyon for a report of a burglary with a…
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Father and Son Arrested for Lewd Acts, Additional Survivors Sought
Wednesday 03/05/2025
Santa Maria, Calif. – Sheriff’s detectives have arrested 64-year-old Mark Pearse, and his 34-year-old son Allen Pearse from Santa Maria for lewd acts committed against a child. Allen Pearse was also arrested for rapes committed against three additional females. This investigation began in January 2024, when deputies received the initial report from a female adult…
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Detectives Arrests Suspect in Possession of 180 Grams of Heroin
Friday 02/28/2025
Lompoc, Calif. – Detectives from the Compliance Response Team (CRT) arrested a Lompoc man found in possession of a large quantity of heroin. On Tuesday, February 25, 2025, CRT Detectives conducted a compliance check at the residence of 41-year-old Miguel Garcia in the 300-block of L Street in Lompoc. During that contact, deputies found Garcia…
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Advertencia y Orden de Evacuacion has sido CANCELADAS a las 4:30 PM para el area quemada por Incendio Lake. Espere inundaciones/escombros en el area. Mantengase alerta a condiciones cambiantes. Informacion:
Una ORDEN DE EVACUACION ha sido emitida para propiedades identificadas asociadas con el area quemada por el Incendio Lake. Potencial para inundaciones repentinas, flujos de escombros, y desprendimientos de tierra. Desaloje antes las 3 PM hoy, 12 de febrero.
Evacuation Warning and Order have been CANCELLED as of 4:30 PM for the Lake Fire burn area. Expect flooding/debris in the area. Stay alert to changing conditions. Info:
📣 EVACUATION ORDER has been issued for specific properties within the Lake Fire burn scar. Potential for flash flooding, debris flows, and landslides. Leave by 3 PM today, February 12. Info and map: http://ReadySBC.org .
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Thank you to everyone who joined us for coffee with a cop in Orcutt! We enjoyed connecting with the community.
Thank you to everyone who joined us for coffee with a cop in Orcutt! We enjoyed connecting with the community.
Join us for Coffee with a Cop ☕️ 🚔 - Saturday November 30, 2024, from 10a-12p at @ourelement 4890 Bethany Drive in Orcutt. Hope to see you there!!!
Join us for Coffee with a Cop ☕️ 🚔 - Saturday November 30, 2024, from 10a-12p at @ourelement 4890 Bethany Drive in Orcutt. Hope to see you there!!!
Congratulations to the Business Office team- winner of this year’s Pumpkin Contest “Crowd Favorite”. 🏆
They went above and beyond and dressed to match their pumpkin! 🐾 Thank you to everyone who voted for their favorite online and at the Trunk-or-Treat events hosted by @girlsinc.carp @smpdhq @thecommunityhotrodproject
Congratulations to the Business Office team- winner of this year’s Pumpkin Contest “Crowd Favorite”. 🏆
They went above and beyond and dressed to match their pumpkin! 🐾 Thank you to everyone who voted for their favorite online and at the Trunk-or-Treat events hosted by @girlsinc.carp @smpdhq @thecommunityhotrodproject
Join Us! 🌟 The Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Office has a career for you. Whether you are seeking a position as a sworn deputy or one of our professional support staff positions, the Santa Barbara Sheriff’s Office offers an excellent career. We are always looking for men and women who support and model our guiding principles: Integrity, Caring, Courage, Fairness, and Service in all that we do! Career opportunities include law enforcement, custody deputies (both entry level and lateral) and civilian positions. We offer excellent salaries and benefits, a litany of assignments, and a chance to serve the Santa Barbara community.
For more information, visit SBSheriff.org and click on Join Us!
Join Us! 🌟 The Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Office has a career for you. Whether you are seeking a position as a sworn deputy or one of our professional support staff positions, the Santa Barbara Sheriff’s Office offers an excellent career. We are always looking for men and women who support and model our guiding principles: Integrity, Caring, Courage, Fairness, and Service in all that we do! Career opportunities include law enforcement, custody deputies (both entry level and lateral) and civilian positions. We offer excellent salaries and benefits, a litany of assignments, and a chance to serve the Santa Barbara community.
For more information, visit SBSheriff.org and click on Join Us!
It’s time to vote for your favorite pumpkin in our virtual pumpkin patch! 🧡🎃
Vote by number in the comments 👇🏽
Voting ends at noon on Halloween! 👻
It’s time to vote for your favorite pumpkin in our virtual pumpkin patch! 🧡🎃
Vote by number in the comments 👇🏽
Voting ends at noon on Halloween! 👻
Yesterday, the Board of Supervisors honored the five individuals who courageously intervened in the bombing attack at the Santa Maria Courthouse on September 25, 2024. District Attorney Investigator Wayne Flick, Sheriff’s Deputy Chris Nelson, Security Guard Steve Neil, California Highway Patrol Officer Brian Hanrahan, and Santa Maria Police Officer Erik Hesch each demonstrated remarkable bravery and dedication to public safety, undoubtedly saving countless lives. 👏
Yesterday, the Board of Supervisors honored the five individuals who courageously intervened in the bombing attack at the Santa Maria Courthouse on September 25, 2024. District Attorney Investigator Wayne Flick, Sheriff’s Deputy Chris Nelson, Security Guard Steve Neil, California Highway Patrol Officer Brian Hanrahan, and Santa Maria Police Officer Erik Hesch each demonstrated remarkable bravery and dedication to public safety, undoubtedly saving countless lives. 👏
☕️👮🏽♀️ Thank you to everyone who came out to Coffee with a Cop yesterday! We really enjoy these chances to connect with the public and appreciate folks who took time out of their morning to stop by for a chat.
Special thanks to Marketplace McDonalds for hosting and providing coffee! 🌟
☕️👮🏽♀️ Thank you to everyone who came out to Coffee with a Cop yesterday! We really enjoy these chances to connect with the public and appreciate folks who took time out of their morning to stop by for a chat.
Special thanks to Marketplace McDonalds for hosting and providing coffee! 🌟
☕️Join us! We are excited to invite the community to Coffee with a Cop at the Camino Real Marketplace McDonald’s (6900 Marketplace).
🗓️The event will take place on Wednesday, October 2, 2024, from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m.
🍔McDonald’s will be providing free McCafe Coffees for attendees and the Sheriff’s Office will provide deputies who are looking forward to connect with the public!
Coffee with a Cop is a community outreach program designed to provide a relaxed environment for residents to engage with local law enforcement. This event offers an opportunity for open dialogue, building relationships, and addressing any concerns community members may have. The event is open to all members of the community, and there is no cost to attend. We encourage residents to come and meet their local law enforcement officers and enjoy a cup of coffee with us.
☕️Join us! We are excited to invite the community to Coffee with a Cop at the Camino Real Marketplace McDonald’s (6900 Marketplace).
🗓️The event will take place on Wednesday, October 2, 2024, from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m.
🍔McDonald’s will be providing free McCafe Coffees for attendees and the Sheriff’s Office will provide deputies who are looking forward to connect with the public!
Coffee with a Cop is a community outreach program designed to provide a relaxed environment for residents to engage with local law enforcement. This event offers an opportunity for open dialogue, building relationships, and addressing any concerns community members may have. The event is open to all members of the community, and there is no cost to attend. We encourage residents to come and meet their local law enforcement officers and enjoy a cup of coffee with us.