Costa Mesa Police Department
Advisory: Attempt to Identify a Suspect
On July 25, 2017, at about 2:00 p.m., the female pictured here entered an optometry office and pretended to be a customer browsing the glasses. Once staff was distracted, she concealed a pair of sunglasses and exited the office without paying. She’s wanted for petty theft. Continue reading
Jaime Orendain
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Santa Ana Unified School District’s Statement on the Arrest of Jaime Orendain
SANTA ANA, CA (August 30, 2017) – Santa Ana Unified School District was notified, August 30, 2017 that Jaime Orendain, an assistant coach of the Santa Ana High School Boys Varsity Wrestling team and an activity supervisor, was arrested and booked for allegations of sexual misconduct with a former student.
These allegations are being taken seriously and are in direct conflict of the District’s zero-tolerance policy relating to staff misconduct, in which all district employees are held at the highest ethical standards. This includes reporting any suspicious activity involving abuse or neglect of a child directly to authorities, as mandated by law. Failure to do so is a criminal violation of the law. Continue reading
At around 7 pm, Santa Ana Police and Rancho Santiago Community College District Public Safety Officers responded to a fight at Centennial Park right next to the skate park – which is also where Godinez Fundamental High School is located.
An unidentified man instigated a fight with several men at the Skate Park. According to witnesses the man appeared to be under the influence of drugs or alcohol. Continue reading
An unidentified possibly homeless man crossing the street was hit by a vehicle in a possible hit and run and then the victim was struck by another vehicle, on Friday night, according to the O.C. Register.
The victim was crossing the street near the busy commercial intersection of First Street and Harbor Boulevard at about 10 p.m. on Aug. 25 when a vehicle hit the man and the driver fled from the scene, according to the SAPD. Continue reading
Santa Ana Police Department
Suspect Description: Hispanic, male, 30-35 years, 5’10” tall, 190 lbs., medium complexion, wearing a blue shirt and blue shorts.
On Monday, 08/14/2017 at 2:53 a.m. suspect entered the Grand Gas Station located at 2231 N. Grand Ave., punched the clerk in the face, and then demanded money from the cash register. The victim complied with the suspects demands and gave the suspect an undisclosed amount of US currency. Suspect fled in an older silver sedan eastbound on Santa Clara. Continue reading
Alvar Gonzalez class of 1988, Santa Ana High School
Alvar Albert Gonzalez, a 47-year old former Santa Ana High School science teacher and resident of Santa Ana, was sentenced Friday to a year in county jail for having a sexual relationship with a 16-year-old female student, according to the O.C. Register.
Gonzalez had sexual intercourse with the female student at least nine times during school lunch breaks in 2013, according to the SAPD. Continue reading
Santa Ana Police Department
On 7/29/17, at 6:05 p.m., the two male suspects entered a Chevron convenience store at 400 17th St. in Santa Ana, at the 5 Freeway. Suspect #1 forced his way behind the counter while pointing a gun at the clerk saying, “Give me the money.” Suspect #2 held the door shut to prevent any customer from entering or leaving.
Out of fear that he may be shot, the clerk stepped aside and allowed Suspect #1 to empty out the cash register tray and take merchandise off the counters. The suspects fled the location on foot southbound on Penn Way. Continue reading
Fatal Drive-By Shooting Near Kidworks in Santa Ana
Santa Ana Police Department
Advisory: DETECTIVES INVESTIGATING HOMICIDE – 500 BLOCK OF SOUTH SHELLEY STREET
Victim: Alonso Ortiz (22) Santa Ana.
On Thursday, August 24, 2017 at approximately 10:01 PM, the Santa Ana Police Department responded to a report of a shooting at the 500 block of South Shelley Street in the city of Santa Ana. Upon arrival, Officers found an adult male victim suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. Orange County Fire Authority Paramedics responded. Medics transported the victim to a local trauma center where doctors declared him deceased at 1:37 AM. Continue reading
Santa Ana Police Department
Arrested: Gustavo Valencia Lopez (38) Santa Ana
Summary: Monday, 8-21-2017, at approximately 8:37 p.m. Orange County Sheriff’s Air Support “Duke” relayed to SAPD dispatchers that a male adult was pointing a laser at the helicopter from Thornton Park, located at 1801 West Segerstrom. Continue reading
A man surrendered to police Tuesday Aug. 22, three hours after climbing 120 feet up onto the iconic Santa Ana water tower near the I-5 freeway, according to the O.C. Register.
Our readers reported that the man climbed the water tower just before noon today. He appeared to have a drone with him and was lugging a backpack. The SAUSD School Police opted to place the nearby Davis Elementary on Lockout while the SAPD tried to talk the man into coming down from the water tower. Continue reading
Tuesday August 22, 2017, 12:13 PM
Santa Ana School Police Department
School Police is placing Davis Elementary School on a Lockout (not a lockdown) for police related activity in the area. There is no threat to the students or staff. Continue reading
ORANGE COUNTY DISTRICT ATTORNEY NEWS RELEASE
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Date: August 14, 2017
SANTA ANA, Calif. – Investigator Kevin Ruiz of the Orange County District Attorney’s Office (OCDA) was honored with the “Golden Rule Award” for his extensive work as a non-profit leader with Orange County Gang Reduction Intervention Partnership (OC GRIP). The award was presented at Kiwanis’ 19th Annual Strike Gold for Kids Gala on Saturday, Aug. 12, 2017, in Tustin.
Each year, The Kiwanis Club of Santa Ana, a non-profit organization dedicated to empowering youth through service projects, holds a gala to raise proceeds towards helping children in the community. OCDA Investigator Ruiz was recognized for leading the way in enhancing the education and safety of children, young adults, and families through his work with OC GRIP. Continue reading
ORANGE COUNTY DISTRICT ATTORNEY NEWS RELEASE
Case # 16CF1494
MAN CONVICTED OF HUMAN TRAFFICKING, PIMPING, AND PANDERING 13-YEAR-OLD GIRL IN ORANGE COUNTY
*Victim in this case is the youngest filed victim since the HEAT Unit’s establishment in 2013
SANTA ANA, Calif. – A man was convicted today of human trafficking, pimping, and pandering a 13-year-old girl in Orange County.
Defendant: John Wayne Calhoun, 31, San Bernardino
Charges: Continue reading
City of Santa Ana, Downtown Orange County
Community: City of Santa Ana Cracks Down on Illegal Activities at California Lodge Motel
SANTA ANA, Calif. — On Tuesday, August 15, 2017, the Santa Ana City Council authorized the City Attorney’s Office to initiate an action under the Drug Den Abatement Act against the Santa Ana California Lodge, LLC (“California Lodge”) and the owners of the property located at 2909 S. Bristol Street in the City of Santa Ana. Continue reading
Santa Ana robbery suspect
Santa Ana Police Department
Advisory: Detectives Asking For Media & Public’s Assistance In Identifying Suspect Wanted In Robbery Series
Suspect: Male /Hispanic/Adult, 5’10”-6’00” tall, 220-250 lbs., heavy build, *armed with a handgun, tucked in his right waistband*
Crime Type: Commercial Armed Robbery/ PC 211 Continue reading