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… Read more »

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… Read more »

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… Read more »

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… Read more »

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… Read more »

Santa Barbara, Calif. – The Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Office is seeking grant funding to provide continued patrols and enforcement of areas where illegal off-road vehicles are being used. The… Read more »

Isla Vista, Calif. – Sheriff’s Deputies are investigating a burglary at the Isla Vista CoOp Community Grocer and are requesting the public’s assistance in identifying the suspect. On Saturday, February… Read more »

UPDATE 2/3/25: We have reached our limit for this Citizens Academy. Please stay tuned for information on our next Academy.  Santa Barbara, Calif. – The Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Office… Read more »

Montecito, Calif. – A Montecito man was arrested for negligent discharge of a firearm following a shooting that left a victim with serious injuries.  On Wednesday, January 15, 2025, at… Read more »