National Bike to Work Day is May 19, 2022. We have a few tips to help keep you safe on the road. More...
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On Saturday, May 14, 2022, at 4:30 am, the Oceanside Police Department responded to a collision involving a vehicle and pedestrian on State Route 76 at Benet Road. More...
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On Tuesday, May 31, 2022 from 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm join the Oceanside Police Department for Coffee with a Cop at Fireside Park located at 400 Parkside Drive. More...
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One individual was arrested for Driving Under the Influence of drugs and 3 drivers were cited for either driving on a suspended license or driving without a license, during a DUI checkpoint on April 29, 2022. More...
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E-bikes have become increasingly popular. Chief Armijo shares safety and theft prevention tips to keep you and your bike safe while you enjoy a ride. More...
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Saturday, April 30, 2022 is National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day. Drop by Tri-City Medical Center located at 4002 Vista Way in Oceanside between 10:00 am and 2:00 pm to responsibly dispose of unwanted medications.
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On Friday, April 22, 2022, at 8:14 pm, Oceanside Police responded to avehicle versus pedestrian collision call at N El Camino Real and Coco PalmsDrive, Oceanside.
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Sharing the road safely is a responsibility we all share. The Oceanside Police Department is utilizing funding from a grant provided by the California Office of Traffic Safety to dedicate extra resources to enforce the hands-free cell phone law throughout the month of April.
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What started as a Secret Santa Operation in December of 2021 has grown to a year-long project aimed at spreading a little kindness around the city of Oceanside.
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Chief Fred Armijo shares volunteer opportunities at the Oceanside Police Department. See how you can get involved here...
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The Oceanside Police Department invites you to attend a free Catalytic Converter Etching Event on Saturday, March 12, 2022 from 9:00 am – 1:00 pm. The event is hosted by Len's Auto Body located at 510 Jones Road in Oceanside. More...
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As we move towards the spring and summer seasons, many of you may be planning vacations. Please take the time to prepare your residence for your absence... More...
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On Thursday, February 24, 2022, at approximately 12:46 pm, Oceanside Police responded to the call of a plane crash in the field just shy of the Oceanside Municipal Airport located at Foussat Road and the 76 Highway.
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On January 1, 1994, at around 7:00 pm, the Oceanside Police Department received a 9-1-1 call requesting assistance at the 300 block of Edgehill Lane in Oceanside. More...
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On Monday January 31, 2022, at 7:15 am, Oceanside Police responded to a call from a resident who stated an adult family member, who had been evicted from the residence eight months prior, was refusing to leave the home located at the 3900 Block of Pala Road. Officers arrived on scene and contacted the male adult. Mental health and housing resources were offered. The man was cooperative and compliant with the homeowner’s wishes for him to leave the premises. More...
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The Oceanside Police Department issued 39 citations for a variety of violations made by bicyclists and drivers during a bicycle and pedestrian safety enforcement operation on January 24, 2022.
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Chief Armijo shares information about how to prevent becoming a victim of catalytic converter theft. More...
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Many simultaneous efforts are occurring to help end homelessness in Oceanside. More...
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On Wednesday, January 5, 2022, at 1:49 am, Oceanside Police responded to a call from a passerby of a person laying in the roadway located at 200 Brooks Street. More...
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Chief Armijo shares updates on career opportunities available at the Oceanside Police Department. More...
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On Sunday, December 26, 2021, at approximately 5:27 pm, officers from the Oceanside Police Department responded to a medical emergency call at the 100 block of Ely Street. More...
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Undercover and uniformed officers help to support local businesses and shoppers with heightened presence in busy retail parking lots and stores. More...
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In the hustle and bustle of the holidays we can become more vulnerable to theft and other crime. Chief Armijo shares seasonal safety tips. More...
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To address the growing homeless crisis in Oceanside and to mitigate community impacts, the Oceanside City Council took the next step at its meeting on November 17 to advance Oceanside's first year-round homeless shelter. More...
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On November 18, 2021, Detectives from the Oceanside Police Department’s Vice Unit conducted a minor decoy operation to check on compliance at off-sale alcohol retail establishments within the City of Oceanside. The Minor Decoy Program uses supervised individuals under the age of 20, who attempt to purchase alcohol at licensed premises. More...
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The City will resume enforcement for street sweeping parking violations beginning June 21, 2021. More...
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In February 2021, an organized encampment began on South Oceanside Boulevard. More...
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 Prescription Drug Take-Back Day
Drop off unused prescriptions with no questions asked.
OPD will be at Tri-CIty Medical Center 4002 Vista Way on Saturday, April 24th, from 10am-2pm.
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The City will resume enforcement for street sweeping parking violations beginning June 21, 2021. More...
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Measure X is the 1/2 cent sales tax measure passed in November 2018 by Oceanside voters. The revenue from the 1/2 cent is slated specifically for public safety, road repairs, improved infrastructure, and addressing homelessness in the City of Oceanside. More...
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The City of Oceanside is working every day to address this very complex issue. The issue of homelessness has and continues to be a top priority. More...
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Oceanside City Manager Deanna Lorson announced today that Oceanside Police Captain Fred Armijo will be the City of Oceanside’s 19th Police Chief. More...
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For questions about homelessness in Oceanside, please read through. More...
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 There has been an increase in catalytic converter thefts throughout San Diego County and Oceanside. More...
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 THERE HAS BEEN A STARTLING INCREASE IN CATALYTIC CONVERTER THEFTS IN OCEANSIDE
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City Manager Deanna Lorson announced today that Oceanside Police Captain Manuel (Fred) Armijo will serve as Interim Police Chief after Chief Frank McCoy retires on December 28, 2020. More...
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A Regional Stay at Home Order was announced by state officials due to the ICU bed capacity in the Southern California region dropping below 15%. More...
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After 36 years in law enforcement, Oceanside Police Chief McCoy announced that he plans to retire.
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Today, the Governor announced a new blueprint for reducing COVID-19 in the state with revised criteria. More...
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After 36 years in law enforcement, Oceanside Police Chief Frank McCoy announced earlier this month that he plans to retire in October, 2020. McCoy has served as Oceanside’s Police Chief since January, 2006 and is the longest serving Police Chief in the history of the department. More...
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Get a current COVID-19 snapshot of our region and learn about City assistance programs. More...
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Several Oceanside residents have reported a “robocall” telephone scam stating that they “have a time limit to pay their water utility bill or it will be shut off. Press one to pay by credit card…” More...
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Today, the State of California announced that more indoor business operations should close, effective Wednesday, July 15, for counties on the State Monitoring List, including San Diego County. More...
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The State of California Department of Public Health has been monitoring each County for specific metrics to gauge state actions in response to the spread of COVID-19. More...
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Oceanside beach parking lots west of the railroad tracks, with the exception of certain Harbor lots near the Harbor Village, will be closed from Friday, July 3 at 8:00 a.m. through Monday, July 6 at 8:00 a.m. More...
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Restaurants, bars, wineries, and breweries that are licensed to service food must close by 10:00 p.m. until further notice. More...
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The State unveiled a new site yesterday that uses multiple "dashboards" to illustrate real-time COVID trends, and the forecast of trend lines into the future if current conditions continue. More...
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The annual July 3 fireworks display in celebration of Oceanside’s birthday will be postponed to a later date due to the COVID-19 Public Health Order restrictions on large gatherings. The recent news of growing “community outbreaks” reinforced this decision. A new date will be announced in the future…Stay tuned! More...
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The City of Oceanside Police Department utilizes a community policing approach and embraces positive relationships with the community. More...
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As the Police Chief of Oceanside, I have made the decision to ban the Carotid Restraint, commonly referred to as a “chokehold” as a restraining option for our of?cers More...
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The events surrounding the tragic death of Mr. George Floyd in Minneapolis are some of the most alarming and upsetting circumstances that I've seen in my 37 years in Law Enforcement. More...
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The Governor announced that both Houses of Worship and Hair Salons / Barbershops may reopen with modifications, per County approval. Nail salons were not included in the reopening announcements today. More...
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Late last night, the State of California approved San Diego County to move father into Stage Two of the California Resiliency Roadmap.
In-person dining at restaurants and in-store retail shopping are now permitted, with businesses enacting social distancing measures and following various restrictions to prevent the spread of coronavirus.
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I’m excited to relay that yesterday, the Governor determined that Counties may move at their own pace into "Stage 2 Reopening" of certain businesses, as long as they attest to, and meet certain benchmarks. Dr. Wooten, Public Health Officer, confirmed that San Diego County does qualify to meet the new metrics. More...
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 On May 11, 2020, Sheriff Gore released a statement explaining the challenges facing law enforcement and the position we are in as it relates to the Public Health Orders and the Governor's Stay at Home Order. More...
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The State estimates that 70% of the California economy has reopened. Today, the State released more specific guidelines today for readying to reopen other sectors, such as Offices (that cannot telework), malls and strip malls (for curbside/outdoor pickup), and outdoor museums.
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Today, Councilmember Rodriquez issued a letter that expressed his personal views. That letter reflects the opinion of the author and is not the official position of the City. More...
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Governor Newsom cleared the way for some manufacturing, logistics, and retail businesses to reopen tomorrow. This marks California's entry into "Stage 2" of the Road Map to Recovery. More...
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On Monday, Governor Newsom cleared the way for some businesses to reopen at the end of the week, with County officials in agreement More...
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As of May 1, everyone must wear face coverings anywhere in public they come within 6 feet of another person, or whenever they enter a business. Homemade face coverings, bandannas, scarves and neck gaiters are all OK. More...
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San Diego County Public Health Officials announced several new directives at a press conference last week. Beginning Friday, May 1, everyone must wear face coverings anywhere in public that they come within 6 feet of another person. The face coverings can be as simple as a scarf, a bandana, or a homemade mask. More...
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Oceanside beaches are open for limited use, beginning at dawn on Monday, April 27, 2020. More...
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The San Diego County Department of Health posts daily late afternoon updates on confirmed cases in the County. Through Saturday, April 4, 2020, there were 1209 confirmed cases in the County and 29 confirmed cases in Oceanside. More...
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We are all deeply concerned about the spread of the coronavirus and its impact on our community, our families, and our loved ones. Please know that the Oceanside City Council, along with our entire City organization, are working with our colleagues in neighboring cities, the county, the state and congressional elected officials, non-profits, and our private sector partners to identify needs, resources, and services for our community. More...
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The City of Oceanside has determined that a full beach closure is necessary to enforce the San Diego County Health Order dated April 2, 2020. Oceanside Beaches are ordered closed to the public for all activities, including water activities such as surfing, effective midnight tonight, April 3, 2020, until further notice. More...
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Learn about Oceanside-related COVID-19 resources and news in the April Oceanside Tide newsletter. More...
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 Oceanside Police Department Lobby Closure 3855 Mission
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 All station tours and ride alongs are suspended Due to Covid-19 Concerns.
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In order to limit occupancy due to social distancing regulations and minimize the spread of COVID-19, City of Oceanside playgrounds and beach parking lots will close during the COVID-19 emergency declaration. More...
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On March 19, 2020, Governor Newsom issued an Executive Order directing all to stay home, except as needed to maintain continuity of operations of essential critical sectors and to protect health and well-being of all Californians. The Governor’s Office released a list of job sectors with clarifying details. More...
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The Oceanside City Council held a special meeting today to adopt a resolution to ratify the Proclamation of Local Emergency signed Monday, March 16, 2020, by the Director of Emergency Services. This step enables the City to take additional legal, operational, and recovery measures that may be needed to respond to the COVID-19 pandemic that is affecting communities in San Diego County and across the nation. More...
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The health and safety of the Oceanside community is paramount. Oceanside Public Safety Officials and the County of San Diego Health & Human Services Agency are working closely to monitor an outbreak of respiratory illness caused by COVID-19 and we are mobilized to respond in our region. More...
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Based on the rapidly evolving challenges to protect public health and safety related to the spread of COVID-19, Oceanside City Manager Deanna Lorson in her capacity as the City’s Director of Emergency Services signed a Proclamation of Local Emergency today. The emergency proclamation will be considered for ratification by the Oceanside City Council at a special meeting on Wednesday, March 18, 2020 at 2:00 p.m. More...
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 Oceanside Public Safety Officials and the County of San Diego Health & Human Services Agency are working closely with federal and state partners to monitor the outbreak of the novel Coronavirus (COVID-19), and are mobilized to respond in our region. More...
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City of Oceanside public safety personnel are closely monitoring developments with the COVID-19 virus. The novel coronavirus is a rapidly evolving situation. More...
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