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A still shot from body camera footage released from Sacramento County Sheriff's Department of an officer-involved shooting that occurred July 5 on Interstate 80 in Citrus Heights. // Sac County Sheriff's Dept.

Sheriff’s Office releases body cam footage of July I-80 officer-involved shooting in Citrus Heights

Sacramento County Sheriff’s Office released body cam footage over the weekend of an officer involved shooting that took place in Citrus Heights on Interstate 80 at the beginning of July…

Citrus Heights police logs. // CH Sentinel

2026 Citrus Heights Police Logs Spotlight: Aug 20-26

Latest police logs show an increase in vehicle violations while showing a decrease in disturbances and suspicious circumstances. Below is a summary of police incident logs from Aug. 20-26, 2026….

CHPD shared camera footage of two suspects who burglarized Mesa Verde High School's band room in the middle of the night on Aug. 20. Authorities described the first suspect as a white male adult, standing 5 feet and 10 inches tall, and weighing about 185 pounds, with dark hair and arm tattoos. The second suspect is described as a white female adult, standing 5 feet 5 inches, weighing 155 pounds, with colored red hair. // CHPD

Citrus Heights Police seek information on local high school band room burglary

The Citrus Heights Police Department is asking the public for help identifying two burglary suspects involved in stealing band equipment from a local high school….

A heavy law enforcement presence could be seen in the area of Auburn Oaks Court Monday night after officers responded to reports of the sound of gunshots. July 13, 2026. // SB Williams

Citrus Heights Police: No suspect found following reported gunshots at apartment complex

Citrus Heights Police say they have dropped the search for a suspect who reportedly fired gunshots while at a local apartment complex Monday night…

Citrus Heights police logs. // CH Sentinel

2026 Citrus Heights Police Logs Spotlight: July 2-8

Latest police logs show a significant increase in fireworks, the majority from over the holiday weekend…

A jewelry store inside Sunrise Mall was burglarized over the weekend, July 5-6, 2026. // SB Williams

Jewelry store at Sunrise Mall burglarized

A jewelry store in Citrus Heights was burglarized over the weekend, authorities confirmed…

A vegetation fire spread to a tree and fence on a property on Old Auburn Road in Citrus Heights, July 4, 2026.

Citrus Heights Police: Fourth of July fires destroy trees, fences

Citrus Heights Police responded to and assisted with at least nine reported fires on July 4, a law enforcement spokesperson said Tuesday, including a fire at a property on Old Auburn Road…

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Sacramento County deputies fatally shoot suspect on freeway in Citrus Heights

A suspect wanted for brutal assault on a female victim was fatally shot on Interstate 80 in Citrus Heights while fleeing Sacramento County Sheriff’s deputies on Sunday, July 5…

Gregory Vogelsang, 57, Mug shot // Sacramento County Sheriff's Office

Elderly Parole rescinded for sex offender tied to Citrus Heights crimes

The Sacramento County District Attorney’s Office announced that elderly parole has been rescinded for a convicted child sex molester, who will now remain behind bars….

Citrus Heights police logs. // CH Sentinel

2026 Citrus Heights Police Logs Spotlight: June 25-July 1

Latest police logs show an increase in fireworks calls ahead of the holiday weekend, while showing a decrease in code enforcement calls. A summary of police incident logs from June 25-July 1, 2026…

Citrus Heights officials warn of dangers, higher penalties, for illegal fireworks use ahead of holiday weekend

Anyone who sees or hear illegal fireworks, is encouraged to contact Citrus Heights Police at 916-727-5500. Residents can also report illegal fireworks using the city’s SeeClickFix app…

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Three juveniles arrested in Citrus Heights on suspicion of arson

Citrus Heights Police have arrested three juveniles Tuesday evening on suspicion of committing arson following a dispute between the arrested individuals and another juvenile…