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Teamwork for the win!This weekend one of our UCSC student's reported someone has stolen his locked bicycle sometime over...
06/01/2026

Teamwork for the win!

This weekend one of our UCSC student's reported someone has stolen his locked bicycle sometime overnight in front of Crown College. The owner stated he had an Air Tag the bicycle and it was showing it was somewhere near the 400 block of Encinal Street.

UCSC Officers responded to the area to locate the bike, but one of our partners at the Santa Cruz Police Department was already on the case and located the stolen bike in the back of a pickup parked on Encinal Street before our officers arrived.

The owner of the pickup, Juan Poncearenas, was contacted by police and claimed he had no idea the bike was stolen, however, his story did not add up and he was arrested for possession of stolen property.

We want to thank SCPD for their assistance in this case and helping us return the bicycle back to it's rightful owner.

The UC Santa Cruz Police Department is investigating a string of car burglaries that occurred early this morning in park...
05/18/2026

The UC Santa Cruz Police Department is investigating a string of car burglaries that occurred early this morning in parking lots near the intersection of Heller and McLaughlin drive.

Six cars were reported as having their windows broken and belongings stolen. Anyone with information about this incident should call 831-459-2231 ext.1.

To reduce the likelihood of a car break-ins, it is recommended that you roll up vwindows and lock all doors before leaving your vehicle. Store valuable items in your trunk while driving to your destination. After your arrive home it is important to take all valuable belongings with you because if you leave property visible in your vehicle it could become a target.

On April 8th a UCSC student reported someone had stolen his bicycle in the middle of the night, which had been secured o...
04/22/2026

On April 8th a UCSC student reported someone had stolen his bicycle in the middle of the night, which had been secured outside his residence with a lock. On April 18th the victim called UCSC PD again and stated someone was trying to sell his stolen bicycle on Facebook Marketplace.

Officer Yorton was determined to get the bike back to the student, so he set up a meeting with the suspect online, posing as a potential buyer, and agreed to meet the suspect in downtown Santa Cruz. When Officer Yorton arrived at the predesignated location he surprised the suspect, later identified as Earnest Edwards (52), who was in possession of the stolen bike.

Edwards claimed he had no idea the bicycle was stolen, however, his credibility was put in question when it was determined that he been out on pre-trial OR by the courts only a few days earlier after promising to “obey all laws” following an arrest for possessing stolen property in a Scotts Valley Police Department case. Officer Yorton arrested Edwards for being in possession of stolen property again and the stolen bicycle was returned to its rightful owner.

Come see us today at Cabrillo College’s job fair!
04/16/2026

Come see us today at Cabrillo College’s job fair!

Come see us today until 2pm at the Monterey Peninsula College career fair!
04/15/2026

Come see us today until 2pm at the Monterey Peninsula College career fair!

💛HAPPY NATIONAL PUBLIC SAFETY TELECOMMUNICATORS WEEK💛Our dispatchers are the first first responders, coordinating help, ...
04/14/2026

💛HAPPY NATIONAL PUBLIC SAFETY TELECOMMUNICATORS WEEK💛

Our dispatchers are the first first responders, coordinating help, gathering critical information, and keeping everyone safe.

Thank you for the work you do every day!

Today we celebrated the beginning of National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week. We thank everyone here at the UCSC P...
04/13/2026

Today we celebrated the beginning of National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week. We thank everyone here at the UCSC Police Department, the Scotts Valley Police Department, and Santa Cruz Regional 9-1-1 who provide a calm voice and a lifeline to those in need during emergencies here in Santa Cruz County.

Gryphon has been located and is no longer considered a missing person. Thank you everyone for sharing.
04/12/2026

Gryphon has been located and is no longer considered a missing person. Thank you everyone for sharing.

UPDATE: Gryphon has been located and is no longer considered a missing person. Thank you everyone for sharing. Please co...
04/12/2026

UPDATE: Gryphon has been located and is no longer considered a missing person. Thank you everyone for sharing.

Please contact UC Santa Cruz Police Department if you have any information 831-459-2231

💙April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month💙Reporting a sexual assault is not easy. It can be one of the most difficult dec...
04/10/2026

💙April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month💙

Reporting a sexual assault is not easy. It can be one of the most difficult decisions someone ever has to make. But you are not alone.

Our officers understand the courage it takes to come forward, and we are committed to treating survivors with respect, compassion, and professionalism every step of the way.

If you choose to report, know that:
• Your voice matters
• You deserve to be heard
• Help and support are available 24/7

If you or someone you know needs support:

CARE – 831-502-2273
Monarch – 1-888-900-4232
UCSC Police – 831-459-2231

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1156 High Street Police Department
Santa Cruz, CA
95064

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