Santa Barbara, Calif. – On Monday, February 6, 2023, the Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Office welcomed four new employees and congratulated seven employees on their promotions. In a ceremony held… Read more »

Santa Maria, Calif. – Sheriff’s detectives are searching for an attempted murder suspect who is believed to have fled the area. On Friday, January 27, 2023, at approximately 3:07 a.m.,… Read more »

Santa Barbara, Calif. –  The Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Office is taking a clear stance in response to the recent antisemitic messaging against members of the Jewish communities across the… Read more »

Isla Vista, Calif. – Sheriff’s deputies quickly arrested an Isla Vista man for several felony charges after he enters a residence, held a victim down and attempted to flee the… Read more »

Santa Barbara, Calif. – A traffic enforcement stop has resulted in the arrest of two suspects and the recovery of 20 catalytic converters. On Tuesday, January 17, 2023, at approximately… Read more »

Original press release dated 12/28/2022: Santa Maria, Calif. – On Wednesday, December 28, 2022, at approximately 7:49 a.m., Deputy Sheriff’s from the Santa Maria Station responded to the 800-block of… Read more »

Santa Barbara, Calif. – The Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Office is accepting applications for the upcoming Citizen’s Academy. The Citizen’s Academy is an engaging and informational behind-the-scenes look at law… Read more »

Santa Maria, Calif. – The Sheriff’s Office Programs Unit, in partnership with Allan Hancock College, celebrated 27 incarcerated students who successfully completed college courses at the Northern Branch Jail (NBJ)…. Read more »

Goleta, Calif. – With a commitment to keeping the community safe, The Goleta Police Department wants to remind the public of the dangers of driving impaired and celebrate the holiday… Read more »