Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff's Station

SCV deputies conducted a crime suppression operation in partnership with different retail outlets, including Dick’s Sporting Goods and Walmart, to help proactively prevent retail theft. Overall, 8 arrests were made for various charges. SCV deputies will continue to partner with businesses to conduct future retail operations to help prevent thefts. Help us stop crime by always reporting suspicious activity in and around business.

Deputies responded to the Castaic area regarding a stolen vehicle. It was reported that a male adult was attempting to enter the vehicle. Upon deputies arrival, they saw a male adult open the vehicle. Deputies immediately detained the male adult. During the investigation, the deputies learned the suspect was in possession of credit cards, Ids, and a checkbook not belonging to the suspect. The suspect also had two outstanding warrants for his arrest. He was arrested and booked into the Santa Clarita Sheriff Station. The suspect currently remains in custody.

Thank you to California Bakery and Cafe for bringing lunch and dessert to the station as a thank you for serving our community.

Deputies responded to a Canyon Country business regarding a robbery alarm call. The alarm company received multiple alarms coming from the business. Upon deputies arrival, an employee was holding a male adult on the ground and a struggle ensued. The deputies detained the suspect. It was reported that the male is a frequent theft suspect who steals liquor. The suspect attempted to leave the location without paying for the liquor. An employee stopped the suspect and a struggle ensued. The suspect was arrested and booked into Santa Clarita Sheriff Station. He currently remains in custody.

The Santa Clarita Station J Team assisted the Narcotics Bureau by serving a search warrant on the 27800 block of Johnson Road in Castaic. Upon serving the search warrant, 9 fi****ms including one “Ghost Gun”, 151 grams of methamphetamine, 17 grams of co***ne, 18 pills of M**A, 15 Xanax Pills, 8 grams Psilocybin, various extended magazines, firearm parts, bulk ammunition, and several items consistent with street level sales of narcotics were recovered. Two male adults were arrested and booked into the Santa Clarita Sheriff Station. They currently remain in custody.

Do you have tips to submit or want to stay anonymous? Visit www.LACrimeStoppers.org, or call 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) to submit your tip.

Enjoying the day out today? Make sure to drive accordingly with the speed limit. Keep a and watch for pedestrians by avoiding added distractions like cellphone use. Help ensure we all enjoy the day safely together.

Captain Justin Diez, Sergeant Michael Rathbun, and our victims advocate Nadine Teter accept bags brought by ZONTA Club of Santa Clarita. Thank you to President Nicole Millerand and her team Christine Sexton, Cathy Gundy, Jackie Howarth, Nicole Miller, Beth Ryan, and Candace Hartshorn who dropped off the bags for domestic violence victims.

Spread the word! It’s the ! At 9pm every night, be sure to:

*Lock the doors to your car, home and garage
*Remove valuables from inside your car (especially as holiday shopping nears)
*Turn on your exterior lights

See something suspicious in your neighborhood? Report it! There’s still time join us and follow the 9PM Routine.

While deputies were patrolling the Canyon Country area they observed a male adult notice them and start running. The male adult then stopped running, placed his hands in the air, and threw a baggie onto the ground. During the investigation, the deputies learned the baggie thrown by the suspect contained narcotics. The suspect decided to run because he had outstanding warrants for his arrest. The suspect was arrested and booked into the Santa Clarita Sheriff Station.

Hey Santa Clarita, our detectives need your help: ATTEMPT TO IDENTIFY….

The pictured suspect committed an identity theft by using the victims credit cards in the City of Santa Clarita. The investigation remains ongoing and information is limited, however anyone with additional information is asked to contact SCV Detective Fleck at 661-287-4000 ext. 5609. Anonymous tips can also be submitted via by calling 800-222-TIPS (8477), or by visiting www.LACrimeStoppers.org.

Deputies were patrolling the Stevenson Ranch area when they observed a vehicle driving with expired registration and a cracked windshield. Deputies conducted a traffic top of the vehicle for the violations. Both the male driver and female passenger did not have a drivers license. During the investigation, the deputies located multiple wallets not belonging to the suspects as well as narcotics. Both suspects were arrested and booked into the Santa Clarita Sheriffs Station. They were both subsequently released on citation to appear in court at a later date.

Deputies were patrolling the Canyon Country area when they observed a homeless encampment. As the deputies approached the encampment, they observed a male adult sitting on the ground with drug paraphernalia. The deputies arrested the suspect and he was subsequently cited to appear in court at a later date.

A deputy was patrolling the Gorman area when he observed a vehicle driving with expired registration. He conducted a traffic stop to warn/cite the driver. During the investigation, the deputy learned the driver of the vehicle had two outstanding warrants. One of the warrants was for dangerous drugs and had an extradition. The suspect was arrested and booked into the Satna Clarita Sheriff Station pending extradition.

means the future delivery of several packages. Although you may be anxiously awaiting their arrival, remember thieves are also on the look out for delivered packages left unattended, especially during the holiday season. Follow these tips to help keep your packages safe:

-Follow tracking numbers and sign up for delivery notifications so you know the current whereabouts of your package
-Not going to be home? Ask a trusted family member or neighbor to be on the lookout for your delivery.
-Request the package be left out of view, perhaps behind a pillar, bench, or alongside the house.
-If available, request signature confirmation upon delivery
-Ordered from Amazon? Secure Amazon lockers are available at various locations including Whole Foods, the Westfield Town Center Mall, among other locations.

Deputies responded to a Canyon Country business regarding a robbery call. Two male suspects entered the location and stole multiple items. As the suspects were leaving the location, they were approached by an employee. The suspects were advised they had to pay for the items before leaving. The suspects then pepper sprayed the employee and left the location. As the suspects came back to the location to steal more items, they were detained. The suspects were arrested and booked into the Santa Clarita Sheriff Station. The suspects currently remain in custody.

Santa Clarita Sheriff’s Station is collecting toys starting on the 28th as part of the SCV Sheriff’s Station Annual Toy Drive. SCV deputies have been working with the community to collect and distribute toys and gifts to less fortunate children throughout the SCV community.

Help make a difference in the life of a child by donating a new, unwrapped toy at the SCV Sheriff’s Station lobby located at 26201 Golden Valley Road, anytime between Tuesday, November 28th through Monday, December 18th.

SCV Sheriff’s Station has also partnered with several business to assist in the collection of toy donations. Visit any of the below locations to drop off your donation, (business hours may vary):

*Frontier Toyota - 23621 Creekside Rd., Valencia
*SoCal Physical Therapy - 27616 Newhall Ranch Rd., Valencia
*Valencia Dental Group - 28134 Newhall Ranch Rd., Valencia
*Creative Years Preschool - 21710 Golden Triangle Rd., Saugus
*Adventure Dental - 19255 Golden Valley Rd., Canyon Country
*Hasley Dental Group - 29655 The Old Road, Castaic

V.I.D.A. (Vital Intervention, Directional Alternatives) is now taking applications, next class begins February.

What is the V.I.D.A. Program?
- It is a structured 16-week educational intervention program utilizing department personnel, volunteers, and community based organizations to provide an opportunity for non-violent “AT-RISK” youth (12-17 years old) to learn how to make better life choices. The program requires participants to attend eight-hour Saturday sessions which focuses on cognitive approaches to addressing criminogenic behavior issues. Each week, the participants and their parents attend 90-minute mid-week counseling group classes, which focuses on family issues and parenting tools.

For more information go on
www.Vida.la or call (323)981-5300

Today marks the official start of holiday shopping. You might be focused on the great deals, but remember to keep safety in mind first. Thieves are waiting for any opportunity to steal your holiday joy. Help avoid becoming a victim of theft, always remove valuables from inside your vehicle, and by making sure all car doors are locked.

Happy Thanksgiving! On behalf of Captain Justin Diez and everyone at the Santa Clarita Sheriff’s Station, have a great and safe holiday, and remember, if you plan on enjoying the holiday with alcoholic beverages, please plan to have a sober ride home.

A deputy was patrolling the Saugus area in the early morning, when he observed a vehicle stopped in the middle of the roadway. The deputy went to conduct a welfare check of the driver. As he contacted the driver, he detected an odor of an alcoholic beverage emitting from the suspect's breath and person. Standardized Sobriety Tests were performed on the suspect, revealing a BAC of 0.161%. He was arrested and booked into the Santa Clarita Sheriff's Station.

Deputies responded the Valencia area regarding a burglary investigation. It was reported that the suspect who was a transient, entered the locked location and stole multiple electrical items from the business. At a later time, the suspect was located and detained. The suspect also had narcotics. The suspect was arrested and booked into the Santa Clarita Sheriff Station. The suspect was subsequently released on a citation to appear in court at a later date.

We had a special visit from Congressman Mike Garcia. He came by the station to drop off lunch as a thank you for us serving the community. Thank you for stopping by!

Deputies were patrolling the Castaic area when they observed a vehicle driving with expired registration. They conducted a traffic stop to warn/cite the driver. During the investigation, deputies learned that the driver and passenger had narcotics and drug paraphernalia. Both suspects also had outstanding warrants. They were both arrested and booked into the Santa Clarita Sheriff Station. They were subsequently cited and released to appear in court at a later date.

Deputies responded to Canyon Country regarding a call for service. It was reported that two male Hispanics wearing purple shirts and black pants were stealing packages from mailboxes. They were also seen riding a scooter and bicycle. As deputies conducted a patrol check of the surrounding areas, they observed a male adult Hispanic matching the description and they detained him. During the investigation, the suspect had narcotics and drug paraphernalia. The suspect was arrested and booked into the Santa Clarita Sheriff’s Station. He was subsequently cited to appear in court at a later date.

Deputies were patrolling an alley when they observed a male adult walking with a shopping cart filled with store items. During the investigation, deputies learned that the suspect had an outstanding felony warrant. The suspect was also in possession of drug paraphernalia and stolen clothing items with the security tags still attached. The suspect was arrested and booked into the Santa Clarita Sheriff Station. The suspect was cited and subsequently released on a citation to appear at a later date.

With the holiday’s approaching, Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff Station wants to remind you not to leave your valuables in your vehicle. Whether you go to the store, gym, hiking or in your own driveway.

V.I.D.A. (Vital Intervention, Directional Alternatives) is now taking applications, next class begins February.

What is the V.I.D.A. Program?
- It is a structured 16-week educational intervention program utilizing department personnel, volunteers, and community based organizations to provide an opportunity for non-violent “AT-RISK” youth (12-17 years old) to learn how to make better life choices. The program requires participants to attend eight-hour Saturday sessions which focuses on cognitive approaches to addressing criminogenic behavior issues. Each week, the participants and their parents attend 90-minute mid-week counseling group classes, which focuses on family issues and parenting tools.

For more information go on
www.Vida.la or call (323)981-5300

Have you received a call from a police agency demanding payments to clear warrants to their name.

We are here to advise these phone calls are a SCAM. We would never contact you asking for payment for a warrant, or payments for any other matter.

If you receive this call, hang up immediately. Do not provide payment or information. If you are unsure, hang up and contact the SCV Sheriff’s Station at 661-260-4000 for further guidance. Avoid becoming a victim of fraud.

Deputies responded to the 26400 block of Mcbean Parkway regarding a call for service. It was reported that a shoplifter had stole merchandise and was still at the location. During the investigation, the deputies learned that the female adult stole multiple beauty items. The female adult left the store and went to another retail store where she was attempting to steal more items. The suspect was detained by loss prevention until deputies arrived. The deputies arrested the suspect and she was booked into the Santa Clarita Sherrif’s Station. The suspect currently remains in custody.

Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department Missing Persons Unit investigators are asking for the public’s help locating Missing Person Shayne Wade Thompson. He is a 13 year-old male Hispanic who was last seen on November 3rd, 2023.

Shayne is 5’05” tall, 120lbs with brown hair and brown eyes. He was last seen on the 19600 block of Sunrise Summit Drive in the city of Canyon Country. He was wearing a grey sweater, black shorts, and a New York Yankee hat.

His family is concerned with his wellbeing and asking for the public’s help.

Anyone with information about this missing person is encouraged to contact the Santa Clarita Sheriff Station JAG Detectives at (661) 260-4000.

If you prefer to provide information anonymously, you may call "Crime Stoppers" by dialing (800) 222-TIPS (8477), use your smartphone by downloading the “P3 Tips” Mobile APP on Google play or the Apple App Store or by using the website http://lacrimestoppers.org

The Reserve Expo 2023, originally scheduled for this Saturday, November 18, 2023, has been CANCELLED.

This event will be rescheduled on a future date. We appreciate your interest and will provide the date in a subsequent post.

Thank you to everyone who attended this month’s at Starbucks. Please continue to follow our social media pages for future events.

Deputies responded to Canyon Country regarding an attempt burglary call. It was reported that someone was trying to pry open the front door and kept banging on the door. Upon deputies arrival, they observed a female adult matching the description standing across the street. Deputies detained the suspect. The suspect was arrested and booked into the Santa Clarita Sheriff Station.

A deputy was patrolling the Gorman area when he observed a vehicle driving with no license plates. He conducted a traffic stop to warn/cite the driver. During the investigation, the deputy learned the vehicles registration had been expired since April of 2019. The male driver was also in possession of methamphetamine. He was arrested and booked into the Santa Clarita Sheriff Station. The suspect was subsequently released on citation to appear in court at a later date.

Four years later, we continue to hold the victims and everyone affected from this day in our hearts. We will remain .

Deputies responded to a burglary now call. It was reported footsteps were heard coming from the roof of the residence. A male adult wearing all black was last seen in the backyard. Upon deputies arrival, they observed a male adult wearing all black standing in the backyard. They detained the suspect. During the investigation, deputies learned the suspect also had narcotics and attempted to break into the residence. The suspect was arrested and booked into the Santa Clarita Sheriff Station. The suspect currently remains in custody.

Deputies responded to the 23600 block of Lyons Ave regarding a burglary to a vehicle call. The victim saw her car door open and a male adult sitting inside of her vehicle. The victim and a witness walked outside to see who was in the car. As the victim was calling 911, the witness told the suspect to get out of the vehicle. The suspect exited the vehicle and started yelling at them. The suspect was later detained and arrested. The suspect was subsequently released on citation to appear in court at a later date.

Bumper stickers can be a fun decal to add to your car, but what details are you providing to criminals with your bumper stickers?

From providing information of where your children attend school, to personalized plates making it easier to track your car, what we display on our car puts us at risk of becoming victims of crime.

It may be fun to display your love of dirt bikes with a bumper sticker, but chances are it’s revealing you have expensive equipment at home.

What about the sports sticker supporting your child’s team? It could be revealing that you are not home on evenings and weekends due to practices and games, leaving your empty home open for theft.

Be aware of your bumper stickers and what simple information could become a big lead for a criminal. It’s great to show support, but better to be safe.

Several deputies and sergeants at SCV Station have proudly dedicated their past time to serving in the U.S. Army, U.S. Marines or U.S. Navy.

As a way to celebrate their leadership in the community, and dedication to serving our country, some of our veterans were invited alongside Captain Justin Diez, Lieutenant Brandon Barclay, and Lieutenant Daniel Wolanski to the ‘13th Annual Salute to Patriots’ event at the SCV Senior Center hosted by the SCV Chamber of Commerce and City of Santa Clarita.

On this Veterans Day, we continue to recognize all veterans, past and present. We honor and value everything you have done for our country. Thank you all for your service.