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Home Burglary Suspects Arrested
On Thursday, July 11, 2024, at about 12:09 PM, L.A. IMPACT Detectives received information that a suspected burglary group was preparing to burglarize a residence in the city of Westminster.
07/11/2024
Westminster Police Department Focuses on the Dangers of Distracted Driving
On July 16th, the Westminster Police Department will conduct an enforcement operation focused on drivers suspected of violating the hands-free cell phone law.
07/08/2024
Westminster Police Department Holding Motorcycle Safety Enforcement Operation July 25th
The Westminster Police Department will have extra officers on patrol on 25th from 7 am to 11 am looking specifically for violations made by drivers and motorcycle riders.
07/08/2024
Illegal Fireworks Arrests
Leading up to the Fourth of July, the Westminster Police Detective Bureau did a series of undercover operations in which they purchased illegal fireworks.
07/08/2024
Westminster Police Department Holding DUI Checkpoint July 12th
On July 12th, 2024, the Westminster Police Department will conduct a driving under the influence (DUI) Checkpoint from 8:30 p.m. to 3:00 a.m. at an undisclosed location.
06/27/2024
UPDATED on 6/26/24- Suspects Pose as Federal Agents During Robbery
On June 15, 2024, at about 12:30 PM, an adult male victim was riding a bicycle in the area of Newland Street and Westminster Blvd. when he was approached by the two suspects in a blue SUV.
06/20/2024
Westminster Police Department Holding Motorcycle Safety Enforcement Operation May 23rd
The Westminster Police Department will have extra officers on patrol on May 23rd from 7 am to 11 am looking specifically for violations made by drivers and motorcycle riders.
05/10/2024
Bicycle and Pedestrian Safety Operation Planned for May 14th
The Westminster Police Department will conduct a traffic safety operation on May 14th from 7 am to 11 am focused on the most dangerous driver behaviour that put the safety of people biking or walking at risk.
05/10/2024
“Click It or Ticket” Campaign Reminds Californians to Always Buckle Up
For Memorial Day Weekend, the Westminster Police Department reminds travelers to always buckle up and secure children in the right car seats when visiting friends and family.
05/06/2024
Share the Road and Look Out for One Another During Bicycle Safety Month
May is National Bicycle Safety Month, and the Westminster Police Department is encouraging everyone to get active and safely take bike rides while at the same time reminding drivers to be on the lookout for more people biking and walking.
05/02/2024
Rev Up Safety: May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month
During Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month in May, the Westminster Police Department would like to remind drivers to always look twice for motorcycles.
05/02/2024
April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month: Stay Focused, Stay Safe: Get Off Your Apps
April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month and a time to put safety in the driver’s seat.
04/05/2024
Fatal Traffic Collision
On Sunday, March 31, 2024, at 1:52 AM, Westminster Police responded to a single vehicle traffic accident in the area of westbound McFadden Avenue and Vermont Street.
04/02/2024
Fatal Traffic Collision
On Tuesday, March 26, 2024, at 5:28 AM, Westminster Police responded to a man down in the westbound #1 lane of Bolsa Avenue, east of Brookhurst Street.
03/26/2024
Scammer Poses as a Westminster Police Officer
On March 19, 2024, at about 11:43 AM, a Westminster resident received a phone call that appeared on their caller ID as the Westminster Police Department.
03/22/2024
Armed Residential Robbery Arrest
On March 20, 2024, at about 5:56 AM, Westminster Police Officers were dispatched to a residence located in the 14800 block of Cordoba Place in reference to a male forcing entry into a residence where three (3) adult women were asleep in their bedrooms.
03/21/2024
Good Samaritan Murdered While Intervening In Violent Assault
On 03/15/2024, at approximately 1:00 PM, Westminster Police Officers’ responded to an apartment complex in the 7300 block of 21st St. in reference to a stabbing.
03/16/2024
Celebrate this St. Patrick’s Day Responsibly: Designate a Sober Driver, Your Lucky Charm
With the St. Patrick’s Day celebrations fast approaching, the Westminster Police Department will be on alert for suspected impaired drivers and reminds the community to celebrate responsibly by designating a sober driver - your lucky charm for a safe and enjoyable celebration.
03/13/2024
***UPDATE: ARMED HOME INVASION ROBBERY***
On February 20, 2024, the Garden Grove Police Department located the suspect vehicle abandoned in the 12200 block of Valley View Street.
03/08/2024
Fatal Vehicle vs. Bicycle Traffic Collision
On 02/29/2024, at approximately 5:39 PM, the Westminster Police Department received several calls reference a traffic collision near the intersection of Brookhurst St. and Bolsa Ave. involving a vehicle and a female pedestrian.
02/29/2024
Armed Robbery/ Elderly Victim
On February 21, 2024, at about 1:44 PM, Westminster Police Officers were dispatched to a shopping center located in the 15440 block of Beach Blvd. in reference to a female caller on 911 reporting an armed robbery.
02/22/2024
Home Invasion Robbery
On February 20, 2024, at about 1:40 AM, Westminster Police Officers were dispatched to the 13400 block of Milan Street in reference to a female caller on 911 stating she was being robbed.
02/21/2024
*** Update: Fatal Traffic Collision Investigation***
On Tuesday, January 23, 2024, at 2:04 AM, Westminster Police responded to a man down in the northbound #2 lane of Beach Blvd., north of Bolsa Avenue.
01/23/2024
Homicide of a Homeless Person
On January 5, 2024, at 3:38 PM, Westminster Police responded to a church located in the 13500 block of Goldenwest Street to conduct a welfare check on an unresponsive adult male laying on the ground.
01/09/2024
Westminster Police Department Awarded Grant from the Office of Traffic Safety for Traffic Enforcement Program to Increase Safety on Roads
The Westminster Police Department was awarded a $110,000 grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS).
12/22/2023
Make This a Holiday Season to Remember: Celebrate Responsibly with a “Go Safely” Game Plan
e holiday season can be a dangerous time for people on the roads. In December 2021 alone, 1,013 people were killed in the U.S. in alcohol-impaired-driving crashes, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
12/22/2023
Westminster Police Department Holding DUI Checkpoint December 27th
On December 27, 2023, the Westminster Police Department will conduct a driving under the influence (DUI) Checkpoint from 8:30 p.m. to 3:00 a.m. at an undisclosed location.
12/22/2023
Officer Involved Shooting
The Westminster Police Department was recently made aware of some social media posts circulating about a series of robberies that supposedly had taken place at restaurants and pharmacies in the area of Westminster and Garden Grove.
12/08/2023
Westminster Police Department Responds To Social Media Post
The Westminster Police Department was recently made aware of some social media posts circulating about a series of robberies that supposedly had taken place at restaurants and pharmacies in the area of Westminster and Garden Grove.
10/19/2023
Christmas Morning Armed Robbery Foiled by Elderly Woman Armed with Pepper Spray
In the early morning hours of Christmas Day, a local elderly female went out for a walk before celebrating the holiday.
12/25/2022
- June 16, 2022 - Homicide Investigation
- June 16, 2022 - Seeking Public's Assistance - Man Severely Beaten
- May 13, 2022 - Special Operation: Sex Registrant Compliance Sweep
- March 31, 2022 - Mosque Hate Crime
- March 28, 2022 - Crime Alert: Child Annoyance
- March 25, 2022 - Westminster High School Employee Sexually Assaults Student
- March 25, 2022 - Large Fentanyl and Weapons Seizure at Dead Body Call
- March 16, 2022 - The Westminster Police Department Encourages Safe St. Patrick's Day Celebrations
- March 1, 2022 - Homicide At Ocean Blue - Asking for Public's Assistance
- February 13, 2022 - Homeless Man Stabbed: Suspect Arrested
- January 27, 2022 - Traffic Stop Leads to Large Drug Bust
- January 27, 2022 - Bank Robbery With Demand Note
- January 25, 2022 - Crime Alert, Naked Burglar Assaults Officers Before Being Arrested
- January 4, 2022 - Possible Hit and Run Traffic Collision (Update)
- January 3, 2022 - Possible Hit and Run Traffic Collision
- November 13, 2021 - Suspected Fentanyl Exposure At City Park
- April 22, 2021 - Use of Force Incident
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