L.A. Man Arrested in Carpinteria Cannabis Grow Burglary

Carpinteria, Calif.  –  Sheriff’s detectives have arrested a Los Angeles man in connection with the burglary of a Carpinteria-area cannabis grow operation where hundreds of thousands of dollars’ worth of… Read more »

Detectives Share Suspect Information for Cannabis Burglary

Sheriff’s detectives are releasing additional information about the suspects arrested on Wednesday, February 4, 2026, in connection with a burglary investigation. The adult suspect, identified as 21-year-old Abraham Bustos of… Read more »

Deputies Arrest Three After Early-Morning Cannabis Farm Burglary

Carpinteria, Calif.  – Sheriff’s deputies have arrested three suspects in connection with a burglary at a cannabis farm. On Wednesday, February 4, 2026, at approximately 2:57 a.m., deputies were dispatched… Read more »

Carpinteria Man Arrested in Cannabis Farm Burglary

Sheriff’s detectives have arrested a Carpinteria man in connection with a burglary at a local cannabis cultivation site, after identifying him through distinctive footwear and recovering stolen property. The investigation… Read more »

Suspect in Illicit Cannabis Sales Case Linked to Medical Emergency at High School

Lompoc, Calif. – Sheriff’s detectives from the Cannabis Compliance Team are sharing information about an investigation and encouraging parents to review their children’s social media for illicit online drug sales. Detectives… Read more »

Cannabis Compliance Team Arrests Suspect for Sales to Minors Using Social Media

Santa Maria, Calif. – Detectives from the Cannabis Compliance Team have arrested a Santa Maria man for illicit marijuana sales as well as a weapons violation. Detectives began their investigation… Read more »

Santa Maria Man Arrested for Illicit Cannabis Sales

Santa Maria, Calif. – Detectives have arrested a Santa Maria man for illegal, unlicensed cannabis sales. On Thursday, January 25, 2024, at approximately 8:34 a.m., detectives from the Sheriff’s Cannabis… Read more »

Cannabis Compliance Team

Cannabis Compliance Team Mission The Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Office Cannabis Compliance Team is the lead investigating body for the illegal cultivation, possession, and use of marijuana within the jurisdictional… Read more »

Celebrate the Holiday Season Responsibly

National “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” Enforcement Campaign The holiday season can be dangerous for people on the roads. In December 2023 alone, 1,038 people were killed in the… Read more »

The Goleta Police Department Reminds Drivers to Keep the Final Days of Summer Fun, Not Fatal

As the end of summer approaches and families prepare for Labor Day celebrations, the Goleta Police Department reminds everyone to prioritize safety on the roads. Drivers are encouraged to make… Read more »