‘Swatting hoax’ results in evacuation of Target in Citrus Heights
An alleged shooter in the area of Target on Sunrise Boulevard Saturday evening prompted a large police response, as authorities investigated what was later determined to be a hoax….
High-ranking Citrus Heights employee arraigned on DUI charge
A key city employee with the City of Citrus Heights was arraigned in court last week on a charge stemming from an arrest over the holiday season for allegedly driving under the influence of alcohol.
2026 Citrus Heights Police Logs Spotlight: Feb. 12-18
Latest Citrus Heights police logs show an increase in traffic accidents, and a significant drop in vehicle violations….
Police: Upcoming DUI checkpoint scheduled for Thursday night
The Citrus Heights Police Department announced in a news release that officers plan to conduct a DUI and Driver’s License Checkpoint on Thursday, June 19, from 8 p.m. until 2 a.m. Friday, June 20, at an undisclosed location…
Police: Man arrested for felony vandalism using baseball bat in Citrus Heights
A 27-year-old man was arrested early Tuesday morning in connection with a felony vandalism incident that caused an estimated $3,000 in property damage.
2025 Citrus Heights Police Incident Logs: June 5-11
Sentinel Staff report– Latest Citrus Heights Police logs show an increase in code enforcement and theft, while showing a decrease in vehicle violations. Below are the total number of incidents reported from June 5-11, along with comparison totals…
Suspect apprehended after hit and run in Citrus Heights
A suspect involved in a hit-and-run crash was arrested Tuesday evening after fleeing the scene near Greenback Lane and Binet Drive, according to the Citrus Heights Police Department.
Two fugitives wanted in Crescent City shooting captured in Citrus Heights
Two men wanted in connection with a recent shooting in Crescent City were taken into custody Sunday afternoon following a coordinated law enforcement operation in Citrus Heights…
2025 Citrus Heights Police Logs Spotlight: May 29-June 4
Latest Citrus Heights Police logs show an increase in overall incidents, including vehicle violations, while showing a decrease in animal control calls and thefts…
Citrus Heights Police release body cam footage of officer-involved shooting
The Citrus Heights Police Department has released body camera footage from an officer-involved shooting that occurred on April 21…
Woman who died in Citrus Heights after being struck by vehicle identified
A pedestrian who passed away after being struck by a car in a local shopping center on May 26 has been identified.
CHPD says farewell to one of its first hires
The Citrus Heights Police Department honored the retirement of Corporal Brian Barron, a founding member of the police department, saying his law enforcement career has left a lasting legacy…
