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The Santa Barbara County Sheriffβs 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. Read more here:
Sheriffβs Narcotics Detectives Arrest Three Following Fatal Overdose Investigation β Santa Barbara...
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Sheriffβs Detectives Arrest Santa Maria Man for Online Exploitation of Minors; Additional Survivors Sought. Read more here:
Sheriff's Detectives Arrest Santa Maria Man for Online Exploitation of Minors; Additional Survivors...
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π What really happens after you call the Sheriffβs Office ?
In this edition of Sheriffβs Mini Roundup, From Ring to Response, we take you behind the scenes to show how a call for service is created, prioritized, and dispatched to deputies. Itβs a quick look at the people and technology working together to get help where itβs needed.
Watch now and see what happens between the ring of the phone and the arrival of a deputy.
β½οΈ The Code 3 Cup is underway at the Santa Maria YMCA!
Come cheer on your local law enforcementβweβll 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!!π
Stop by, say hi, and catch the action!
π 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 Sheriffβs Office family. These recruits have put in the hard work, dedication, and long hours to reach this milestone, and weβre 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, graduatesβweβre proud to have you with us. ππ€π
βοΈ Ribbon cut. Partnership launched.
The Santa Barbara County Sheriffβs 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.
π Congratulations to our eight newest academy graduates! π
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. πβ
We were proud to have so many members of the SBSO family there to celebrate this important milestone and welcome them to the team. π€
Congratulations on this well-earned achievement, and best of luck as you begin the next chapter of your law enforcement careers! π
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.
#EagleScout #ScoutingAmerica #Orcutt #CommunityService Leadership
Torch Run 2026! π₯ The Santa Barbara County Sheriffβs Office was proud to join law enforcement agencies from across the region for this yearβs Law Enforcement Torch Run benefiting the Special Olympics. ππββοΈπββοΈ
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.Β Together, we continue to carry the Flame of Hope. π₯
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 ! ππ
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.
π 14 W. Calle Laureles, Santa Barbara
π Wednesday, May 27, 2026
β° 5 p.m. β 9 p.m.
Bring your appetite, your friends, and your support for an incredible cause! β€οΈπ½οΈ
