OCSD - South Unincorporated Patrol

04/06/2026

04/06/2026

OC Supervisor Katrina Foley prioritizes biking safety for local youth and families —
and hopes you join her! On April 6 from 3–5 PM at Ladera Ranch Middle School,
Supervisor Foley brings together Orange County Sheriff’s Department and
Providence Health for an E-Bike Safety Town Hall. Learn how to protect your family,
master the rules of the road, and pick up a free helmet. RSVP:
https://tinyurl.com/kf-bikesafe

10/24/2025

Today we remember Deputy Mark Tonkin.
Deputy Tonkin served the sheriff’s department for eight years and died while on duty on October 24,
1988, in a helicopter crash near El Centro while serving with Operation Border Ranger, a multi-agency
narcotics enforcement program. He was one of eight victims, including deputies from Los Angeles,
Riverside, and Imperial counties, and members of the California National Guard.
Deputy Tonkin joined the department in 1981, serving in the Main Jail, as a court bailiff, and later in
North Patrol. In January 1988, he was assigned to the Career Criminal Apprehension Team.
Thank you for your service and sacrifice to the residents of Orange County, we will never forget you.

09/23/2025

Major traffic collision. Cow Camp is closed from Antonio to Chiquita Canyon for the next few hours. Please avoid the area.

08/31/2025

One of our deputies was fortunate enough to meet some All Stars yesterday! ⚾️🤩

07/05/2025

We had a great time at the Ladera Ranch 4th of July celebration! Thanks for a safe, fun event and to everyone who came out. We love serving this community and this country on our nations birthday! 🇺🇸🇺🇸🎆

05/06/2025

Thank you for hosting Coffee with a Cop today! The food, coffee and conversation with the residents were all outstanding!

Thank you and for joining us at this event.

Keep an eye out for our next event in Unincorporated!

03/03/2025

Recently, Unincorporated South Orange County had a few residences broken into while the homeowners were away. At this time, there is nothing to suggest a significant threat to the area for additional burglaries.

In light of this though, we want to remind everyone to lock their doors while away and secure any valuables in your home. If you see something suspicious, please call Sheriff’s Dispatch at 714-647-7000.

02/20/2025

Please join us in congratulating Deputy Armas on earning 2024 Deputy of the Year for Southeast Unincorporated Operations!

Deputy Armas is a 5 year veteran of the department. During his tenure, he has displayed exceptional work ethic, great teamwork and an ability to handle critical incidents with professionalism and composure.

🎉 Congratulations Deputy Armas! Thank you for all that you do for the residents of Orange County. 🎉

02/09/2025

Someone got their Super Bowl celebrations started early. Last night, in the area of Trabuco Canyon and Trabuco Creek, one of our deputies conducted a traffic stop. The driver was determined to be under the influence and was arrested for DUI.

Whoever you are cheering for today, please remember not to drive under the influence. Get a designated driver or use a ride share.