New Santa Ana

Established in 2009, the New Santa Ana blog has quickly gained popularity, attracting more than 157,000 monthly page views and boasting a thriving Facebook community of over 36,000 followers. It's the go-to source for discovering the latest happenings in and around Santa Ana, covering everything from charity events to various entertainment options.

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An undocumented felon who killed two O.C. teens in a DUI collision may be getting out of prison early

23 hours ago | newsantaana.com | Art Pedroza

SANTA ANA, Calif. – Orange County District Attorney Todd Spitzer released the following statement:Oscar Eduardo Ortega-Anguiano, a convicted felon who was twice previously deported is being released after serving just a fraction of his sentence for killing two 19-year-olds, Anya Varfolomeev and Nicholay Osokin in an Orange County DUI crash in November of 2021, because California Governor Gavin Newsom and the State Legislature refuse to hold criminals accountable. This was not a plea deal.
Notorious suspect in Santa Ana cat killings finally arrested

1 day ago | newsantaana.com | Art Pedroza

SANTA ANA, Calif. (April 23, 2025)—A 45-year-old man was arrested for animal cruelty involving cats. Over several weeks, the Santa Ana Police Department received multiple disturbing reports involving the suspected abuse and killing of cats in a local neighborhood. #SantaAnaPD #PressRelease Arrest Made in Serial Cat Killer InvestigationSANTA ANA, Calif. (April 23, 2025)—A 45-year-old man was arrested for animal cruelty involving cats.
A teenage girl is missing after going to Disneyland

1 day ago | newsantaana.com | Art Pedroza

The Anaheim Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating 16-year-old Annie Kathleen, last seen Sunday (April 20) at Disney California Adventure Park. Annie is not familiar with the area—her family is from Calipatria, CA. She is described as:Female, Hispanic5’5”, 130 lbsBrown hair, brown eyesThere are concerns for her well-being, and her family is extremely worried.
The Anaheim Police update the fatal shooting of a felony suspect in Santa Ana

1 day ago | newsantaana.com | Art Pedroza

ANAHEIM, Calif. – An officer-involved shooting occurred after a vehicle pursuit of a felony aggravated assault suspect. A handgun was located in the suspect’s vehicle. On April 16, 2025, at approximately 7:45 p.m., Anaheim Police officers responded to the Kona Motel located at 331 N. Brookhurst St. after they received a call that someone had been shot. Officers arrived on scene within one minute of the call and located a male adult victim who suffered from a gunshot wound.
The Huntington Beach police will conduct a DUI and Driver’s License Checkpoint on April 25

1 day ago | newsantaana.com | Art Pedroza

Huntington Beach, CA – The Huntington Beach Police Department will hold a CDL/DUI Checkpoint on Friday, April 25, 2025, from 6:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m. at an undisclosed location within the city limits. Checkpoint locations are chosen based on the history of DUI crashes and arrests. The primary purpose of checkpoints is not to make arrests but to promote public safety by deterring drivers from driving impaired.
Tustin police arrested 9 suspects during vehicle, bike stops, and pedestrian checks last Friday night

1 day ago | newsantaana.com | Art Pedroza

Police officers were busy proactively reducing crime last Friday night, according to the Tustin Police Department. Between just 7-11 p.m., Tustin police officers made nine proactive arrests stemming from traffic stops, bicycle stops, or pedestrian checks. The arrests ranged in severity from felony and misdemeanor warrants, probation violations, and drug charges.
The SAPD is finally trying to track down a notorious cat killer

2 days ago | newsantaana.com | Art Pedroza

The Santa Ana Police Department has posted on X that they are “aware of a viral animal cruelty case involving cats in the area of Sullivan Street and McFadden Avenue.”SAPD police detectives are actively investigating these incidents and encourage anyone who may be a victim or witness to contact Police Investigative Specialist S. Guzman at (714) 245-8416 or [email protected].
Segerstrom High School’s varsity baseball team punished for CIF violations; coach and principal removed

2 days ago | newsantaana.com | Art Pedroza

Segerstrom High School Principal David Casper and Varsity Baseball Coach Erasmo Ramirez have been reassigned by the SAUSD after the CIF Southern Section found that the school’s baseball program violated CIF rules. The CIF punishment is severe – Segerstrom’s baseball team has to forfeit all of this season’s wins and may not participate in this year’s playoffs due to rule violations.
The Fullerton Police will conduct a DUI and Driver’s License Checkpoint on April 25

2 days ago | newsantaana.com | Art Pedroza

The Fullerton Police Department will conduct a driving under the influence (DUI)/driver’s license Checkpoint on April 25th from 8:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m. at an undisclosed location. DUI checkpoint locations are determined based on data showing incidents of impaired driving-related crashes. The primary purpose of DUI checkpoints is to promote public safety by taking suspected impaired drivers off the road.
A man died after biting an officer while resisting arrest in north Orange County

2 days ago | newsantaana.com | Art Pedroza

On Sunday, April 20, 2025, at approximately 12:31 AM, a police officer observed an adult male subject at Lemon Park, located at 701 S. Lemon St. The male was in the city park after closing hours and appeared to be holding a cardboard box that was smoldering, according to the Fullerton Police Department. The officer contacted the suspect, who was acting erratic. Additional police officers arrived to assist with the investigation.