Kevin Vogel, Interim Chief of Police
155 Center Street
Santa Cruz, CA 95060
831-420-5800
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WHAT'S NEW?
Kevin Vogel Named Interim Chief of Santa Cruz Police Department
Deputy Chief Kevin Vogel, a 23-year veteran of the department, became the Interim Chief effective September 2, 2010. Deputy Chief Vogel replaces Howard Skerry who served as chief for seven years. Deputy Chief Vogel penned an editorial outlining his vision for the agency and it can be read here.
Loud/Unruly Party Home List
The Santa Cruz Police Department is now providing the community with a list of homes flagged under the Loud/Unruly Gathering Ordinance. If you are a renter interested in learning about homes that have been flagged or a neighbor interested in what is going on in your area please click here.
View Real-Time Crime Maps of Santa Cruz!
Click here for interactive crime mapping of the City of Santa Cruz. Santa Cruz Police have partnered with crimemapping.com to provide real time crime maps for a number of crime categories. Users can search by address, date, crime type and more! The maps depict actual crimes reports - not calls-for-service. While we make every effort to ensure the accuracy of information on the maps, please note the disclaimer before use.
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