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Sheriff’s Narcotics Detectives Arrest Three Following Fatal Overdose Investigation
Wednesday 07/01/2026
Santa Barbara, Calif. – The Santa Barbara County Sheriff's Office has arrested three suspects on felony narcotics charges following an intensive investigation into the fatal suspected overdose that claimed the life of a young woman in Goleta. On Sunday, June 21, 2026, at approximately 11:33 a.m., deputies responded to a report of an unresponsive female…
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Thursday 06/18/2026
Santa Barbara, Calif. – The Santa Barbara County Sheriff's Office is asking for the public's help in identifying additional survivors following the arrest of a Santa Maria man accused of using social media and messaging applications to contact and exploit minors. On May 28, 2026, Sheriff's detectives began an investigation into allegations that 20-year-old Edward…
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Bicycle and Pedestrian Safety Operation Planned for June 18th
Tuesday 06/16/2026
The Goleta Police Department will conduct a traffic safety operation on June 18th focused on the most dangerous driver behaviors that put the safety of people biking or walking at risk. These violations include speeding, making illegal turns, failing to yield or provide right of way to bicyclists or pedestrians, or failing to stop for…
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Se programa el Foro de la Ley TRUTH para el 23 de junio de 2026
Thursday 06/11/2026
Se programa el Foro de la Ley TRUTH para el 23 de junio de 2026 (SANTA BÁRBARA, Calif.) – Los residentes del condado de Santa Bárbara están invitados a participar en un foro comunitario sobre la ley de California conocida como la Ley TRUTH (TRUTH Act) y el acceso que los gobiernos locales pueden otorgar…
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TRUTH Act Forum Set for June 23, 2026
Thursday 06/11/2026
Discussion to focus on access provided to federal immigration authorities (SANTA BARBARA, Calif.) – Santa Barbara County residents are invited to participate in a community forum about a California law called the TRUTH Act and the access local governments may provide to federal immigration authorities. The TRUTH Act Forum will take place during the Board…
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Sheriff’s Detectives Arrest Santa Maria Man for Online Exploitation of Minors; Additional Survivors Sought. Read more here:
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Please follow this link for information about an upcoming bicycle and pedestrian safety operation:
Bicycle and Pedestrian Safety Operation Planned for June 3rd – Santa Barbara County Sheriff's Office
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⚽️ The Code 3 Cup is underway at the Santa Maria YMCA!
Come cheer on your local law enforcement—we’ll be here until 3 p.m. enjoying some friendly competition for a great cause.
SBSO has two teams and both are off to a great start!!🏆
Stop by, say hi, and catch the action!
🎓 Congratulations to our newest Custody Deputies!
Please join us in welcoming seven graduates of the Allan Hancock College CORE Academy to the Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Office family. These recruits have put in the hard work, dedication, and long hours to reach this milestone, and we’re excited to see them begin their careers serving our community.
One of the best parts of the day was seeing so many members of the SBSO family come out to celebrate, cheer them on, and officially welcome them to the team. That support speaks volumes about the culture of this organization.
Congratulations, graduates—we’re proud to have you with us. 💚🖤👏
✂️ Ribbon cut. Partnership launched.
The Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Office was proud to celebrate the grand opening of our new Montecito Office at Rosewood Miramar Beach. This innovative public-private partnership creates a closer operational presence in the community, helping improve responsiveness while strengthening relationships with residents, businesses, and visitors.
Thank you to our community partners and everyone who joined us for the ribbon cutting. We look forward to serving Montecito from this new location for years to come.
🎓 Congratulations to our eight newest academy graduates! 👏
After months of hard work, determination, and dedication, these recruits have successfully completed the Allan Hancock College Law Enforcement Academy and are one step closer to serving our community. 💚⭐
We were proud to have so many members of the SBSO family there to celebrate this important milestone and welcome them to the team. 🤝
Congratulations on this well-earned achievement, and best of luck as you begin the next chapter of your law enforcement careers! 🚔
Sheriff Bill Brown was honored to recognize Noah Moctezuma Cortez for achieving the rank of Eagle Scout, the highest rank in Scouting America.
As a member of Troop 87 in Orcutt, Noah demonstrated outstanding leadership, service, and dedication through years of hard work and commitment. For his Eagle Scout service project, Noah refurbished the kindergarten playground at Patterson Road Elementary School, creating a lasting benefit for local students and the community.
Congratulations, Noah, on this remarkable accomplishment and for embodying the values of service, leadership, and community involvement. We wish you continued success in all your future endeavors.
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Torch Run 2026! 🔥 The Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Office was proud to join law enforcement agencies from across the region for this year’s Law Enforcement Torch Run benefiting the Special Olympics. 💙🏃♀️🏃♂️
Thank you to everyone who participated, donated, volunteered, and cheered along the route. Your support helps create life-changing opportunities for athletes throughout the year.
The miles may be behind us, but the impact continues. Thank you for helping us support the athletes and mission of Special Olympics. Together, we continue to carry the Flame of Hope. 🔥
Join us for a great meal and an even greater cause at Tip-A-Cop benefiting the Special Olympics Southern of Southern California Santa Barbara Region ! 🍝🚓
Come out to Petrini`s Italian Restaurant on Wednesday, May 27 from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. and let local law enforcement serve your table - tips collected during the event will help support year-round sports training and competition opportunities for athletes with intellectual disabilities.
📍 14 W. Calle Laureles, Santa Barbara
🗓 Wednesday, May 27, 2026
⏰ 5 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Bring your appetite, your friends, and your support for an incredible cause! ❤️🍽️
🏆 Congratulations to Sheriff’s Lieutenant Christopher Gotschall and Sheriff’s Sergeant Sandy Frausto on being honored tonight with the prestigious H. Thomas Guerry Awards for Superior Performance by the Santa Barbara Citizens’ Council on Crime. 👏
Lt. Gotschall was recognized for his exceptional leadership and lasting impact on recruitment, retention, and organizational development within the Sheriff’s Office Human Resources Bureau. His efforts helped modernize hiring processes during some of the agency’s most challenging staffing years. His distinguished career also includes multiple commendations for bravery and service, including two Sheriff’s Medals of Valor and the California State Peace Officers Medal of Valor. 🇺🇸
Sgt. Frausto was honored for his life-saving actions during a missing person investigation in the Santa Ynez Valley. Using his personal knowledge of the missing individual and the surrounding remote terrain, Sgt. Frausto located the man in critical condition after an apparent overdose. His quick thinking, decisive action, and coordination of emergency response efforts were instrumental in saving the man’s life. 🚔❤️
We are proud of both honorees and grateful for their dedication, professionalism, and service to our community. ⭐️
