Crime & Safety

Motorcycle Crash; Stolen Car Returned: Santa Cruz Co. Police Log

Police said fatigue may have been a contributing factor of a deadly crash and other crime & fire stories from across the county.

SANTA CRUZ COUNTY, CA – The following are recent police, court and fire stories from around Santa Cruz County.

Woman Shot By Deputy Near Santa Cruz Early Friday

  • A deputy was also injured, although not as a result of gunfire, officials said.

Teen Girl Driving Stolen Car Arrested In Watsonville

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  • The victim spotted her stolen car in town. Cops got it back and bought her a new booster seat for her daughter.

Motorcyclist Dies After Crash Near Watsonville

  • The victim's motorcycle rammed into a wooden utility pole south of Watsonville, according to the California Highway Patrol.

Woman Shot By Santa Cruz County Deputies ID’d: Report

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  • The 27-year-old woman is accused of attempting to murder a Santa Cruz County deputy.

1 Dead, 1 Injured In Santa Cruz County Crash Tuesday

  • Police said fatigue may have been a contributing factor to the crash.

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