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Police Vehicle During Search Warrant
Search Warrant Served on South Alisos Street
On the morning of July 28, 2022, Santa Barbara Police Officers, Detectives, and Special Weapons and Tactics Team (SWAT) served a search warrant at a residence in the 100 block of South Alisos Street. One adult male was arrested and…
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Stabbing on Cacique Street
On July 26, 2022, around 11:00 pm, the Santa Barbara Police Combined Communications Center received a report of a stabbing that had just occurred in the area of 1200 Cacique Street. Officers responded with lights and sirens, as did the…
Stolen Vehicle - Burglary Spree Suspect Arrested for Multiple Break-ins
Burglary Spree Suspect Arrested for Multiple Break-ins
The Santa Barbara Police Department received four reported residential burglaries occurring in the City of Santa Barbara in less than 24 hours. Officers responded to these burglaries to investigate further. The initial investigations led…
"Ghost Gun" found at scene. The babysitter observed a “ghost gun” handgun with ammunition on the kitchen counter and another “ghost gun” in the bedroom. Both guns were easily accessible to the child.
Mother Arrested After 5-Year-Old was Left Unattended for Over 24 Hours
On July 23, 2022, around 7:00 p.m., the Santa Barbara Police Combined Communications Center received a call about a potential childhood endangerment case. Officers responded to a residence in the 800 block of Highland Drive to investigate.
City of Santa Barbara viewed from the air over the ocean
Tax Results for the City of Santa Barbara
Sales Tax Results for the City of Santa Barbara – Quarter Ended March 31, 2022
Commander Marylinda Arroyo
Santa Barbara Police Department Names Interim Police Chief
Effective July 16, 2021, Commander Marylinda Arroyo will be serving as the Interim Police Chief for the City of Santa Barbara.  A permanent Police Chief is expected to be announced within the next few weeks.
1200 San Pascual Street Shooting Scene
Attempt Murder Suspect Arrested
On the afternoon of July 13, 2022, the Santa Barbara Police Combined Communications Center received several 9-1-1 calls regarding possible “shots heard” in the area of 1200 San Pascual Street near Bohnett Park. Officers and Detectives…
1200 San Pascual Street Shooting Scene
Firearm Discharged in the Area of 1200 San Pascual Street
On July 13, 2022, around 2:20 pm, the Santa Barbara Police Combined Communications Center received several 9-1-1 calls regarding possible “shots heard” in the area of 1200 San Pascual Street / Bohnett Park. Multiple Officers responded to…
Firework PSA
Public Safety Announcement – Fireworks
The Santa Barbara Police Department would like to remind the community of Santa Barbara the dangers associated with fireworks in our community. Though 4th of July has passed, we are still receiving numerous complaints regarding fireworks…
Chief Barney Melekian
Chief Bernard Melekian Retirement Announcement
After 50 years of distinguished public service, Chief Barney Melekian will step down as the Santa Barbara Police Department Interim Police Chief on Friday, July 15th.  Chief Melekian was appointed as the Interim Police Chief on March…
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