Save the date for Emerging Drug Trends presentation this summer
The Orange County Sheriff’s Department this summer will host several presentations throughout the county that will focus on drug trends involving youth. In Mission Viejo, the presentation will take place on August 29 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the Norman P. Murray Community and Senior Center, 24932 Veterans Way. The “Emerging Drug Trends” [...]
Chief of Police, deputies will volunteer their time sprucing up two Mission Viejo homes
Mission Viejo Chief of Police Services Lt. Chris Wilson and a few deputies will volunteer their time on June 1 cleaning up two former “problem homes” in the area. The houses on the 24000 block of Sadaba and 21000 block of Camargo both were havens for illegal activity over the past year. Thanks to the [...]
Nearly 350 pounds of prescription drugs collected in Mission Viejo Saturday
More than 100 residents on Saturday took advantage of Mission Viejo’s National Take Back Day location, turning in 347.6 pounds of unused or expired prescription medications for safe, environmentally friendly disposal by the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA). Thousands of pounds of medications were collected county wide during this one-day national event. Mission Viejo’s Police Services [...]
DUI/Driver’s License Checkpoint planned this weekend
The Orange County Sheriff’s Department “Avoid the 12” DUI Task Force will conduct a DUI/driver’s license checkpoint in Mission Viejo on Friday from 6 p.m. to 2 a.m. The deterrent effect of DUI checkpoints is a proven resource in reducing the number of people killed and injured in alcohol or drug-related crashes. Research shows that [...]
‘If You See Something, Say Something’
In light of the recent bombings at the Boston Marathon, the City of Mission Viejo is reminding the public to stay vigilant in their daily lives. Residents are always encouraged to contact the Orange County Sheriff’s Department if they see a suspicious person or package – even if it turns out to be a false [...]
OCSD on heightened alert after Boston Marathon explosions
The Orange County Sheriff’s Department is increasing its presence at local sporting and entertainment areas after two apparent bombings near the finish line of the Boston Marathon. “Although the tragic incident in Boston, Massachusetts this afternoon appears to be isolated, the Orange County Sheriff’s Department is on heightened alert,” said Orange County Sheriff Sandra Hutchens. [...]
St. Patrick’s Day DUI enforcement throughout Orange County
As St. Patrick’s Day approaches, the Orange County DUI Task Force is urging motorists to plan a safe ride home and never get behind the wheel drunk or drugged. During this holiday period, law enforcement agencies throughout Orange County will be on high alert, cracking down on drunk drivers as part of its “Drive Sober [...]
Police Services warns residents to beware of solicitors, other unexpected visitors
Mission Viejo Police Services is asking residents to beware of door-to-door solicitors and other workers who show up at their homes unannounced. While door-to-door solicitors are common in residential areas, residents should never be casual about their presence. Uninvited visitors can have other motives besides providing goods and services for a fee or maintaining your [...]
Special program will educate parents about growing issue of drug abuse
In an effort to save the lives of local youth, the City of Mission Viejo on Thursday, February 28 will host the second half of a 2-part program to educate parents about the growing issue of drug abuse in south Orange County. The program continues an anti-drug campaign launched last year by Mayor Rhonda Reardon. [...]
Four Mission Viejo deputies will be honored with Medal for Lifesaving
Four Mission Viejo deputies will be recognized next month with the Medal for Lifesaving during the Orange County Sheriff’s Department’s annual Medal of Valor luncheon. Deputies Destonn (Cash) Poythress, Larry Costa, Adewale Olukoju and Adam Sandler will be among several Orange County Sheriff’s Department personnel recognized for their outstanding work, which includes saving lives, putting [...]
