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Deputies Safely Resolve Standoff in Santa Maria
Tuesday 09/09/2025
Santa Maria, Calif. – Sheriff’s deputies have safely taken a suspect into custody following a five-hour standoff in Santa Maria. On Tuesday, September 9, 2025, at approximately 10:15 a.m., deputies responded to the 400-block of Ray Road after receiving reports of a man brandishing and threatening a victim with a machete. When deputies arrived, the…
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Sheriff’s Office Accepting Applications for Community Academy
Monday 09/08/2025
Santa Barbara, Calif. – The Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Office is now accepting applications for our upcoming Community Academy, an engaging, behind-the-scenes look at law enforcement in Santa Barbara County. The Community Academy offers participants the opportunity to explore a wide range of topics including the history of law enforcement, criminal law, patrol tactics, and…
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Saturday 09/06/2025
Goleta, Calif. – On Friday, September 5, 2025, Sheriff’s deputies arrested three suspects in connection with a retail theft from Ulta Beauty in the Camino Real Marketplace and recovered hundreds of dollars’ worth of stolen designer fragrances. At approximately 2:12 p.m., deputies received a report of suspects fleeing the store with stolen cologne and perfume…
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Sheriff’s Detectives Releases Suspect Photo, Encourage Witnesses to Come Forward
Thursday 09/04/2025
Isla Vista, Calif. – Sheriff’s investigators are renewing their call for witnesses to come forward in connection with a sexual assault investigation. Detectives have released the booking photo of 22-year-old Damian Silverio, who was arrested on Saturday, August 30, 2025. Investigators are seeking anyone who may have witnessed an altercation in the 6500-block of Trigo…
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Sexual Assault Suspect Arrested – Detectives Seeking Witnesses
Tuesday 09/02/2025
Isla Vista, Calif. – Sheriff’s detectives arrested an Isla Vista man for sexual assault and are asking witnesses to come forward. On Saturday, August 30, 2025, at approximately 9:30 am, Sheriff’s deputies received a report of a sexual assault that had occurred earlier in the morning in the 6500-block of Trigo Road. Investigators learned that…
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Sheriff’s Deputies Uncover Ghost Gun Operation Following Assault Arrest and DUI Hit-and-Run
Sheriff’s Deputies Uncover Ghost Gun Operation Following Assault Arrest and DUI Hit-and-Run – Santa...
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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!!!
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!
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. 👏
☕️👮🏽♀️ 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.
