Crime

UCSB researcher charged after UCPD found child pornography found on work computer, remains employed by university

September 22, 2022 by and

Three months after his arrest, the researcher is still employed by UCSB.
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I.V. attempted kidnapper sentenced to seven years in state prison

August 27, 2022 by

The Port Hueneme resident pleaded guilty in April to attempted kidnapping and multiple counts of indecent exposure.
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Student arrested for hiding cameras in I.V. bathroom has charges dismissed, larger investigation still underway

August 25, 2022 by

The former student is still under investigation for potential charges in the future as law enforcement continues to review footage from multiple cameras.
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Armed subject inside building on Camino Pescadero

August 18, 2022 by and

UCPD and SBSO have closed the 760 block of Camino Pescadero until further notice. 
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UCPD Issues Timely Warning for Burglary Committed by Unknown Suspect

May 18, 2022 by

UCPD is currently investigating the crime.
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Student Arrested at Santa Ynez Apartments Following Threats of Violence

April 7, 2022 by

The UCSB Police Department did not confirm his current whereabouts or whether he was released from police custody.
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SBSO Investigates Robbery at I.V. 7-Eleven

March 11, 2022 by

The SBSO lifted the initial request to avoid the surrounding area until further notice, but the investigation of the incident is still ongoing.
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Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Office Arrests Suspect for Attempted Kidnapping, Sexual Battery

March 5, 2022 by and

SBSO eventually located and arrested the suspect with the help of community informants and home security video footage that captured the suspect in his vehicle.
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Law Enforcement Continues To Investigate Shooting on Del Playa

March 4, 2022 by

Schroeder said that IVFP currently believes that the shooter was initially refused entrance to the party but forced his way into the residence.
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Survivor Speaks Out About Eavesdropping and Invasion of Privacy Case

March 3, 2022 by and

Asia Juarez — who found a hidden camera in their bathroom on the morning of Feb. 15. — said she wanted to share her story because she “has nothing to be ashamed of.” 
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Suspect From Attempted Kidnapping Committed Four Assaults in One Day

March 1, 2022 by

IVFP is looking through reports from previous weeks to see if the guilty party committed previous acts of kidnapping or assault.
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Law Enforcement Investigates Attempted Kidnapping and Sexual Battery

March 1, 2022 by

After an hours-long search, law enforcement was unable to locate the individual and has now begun an investigation.
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Man Seriously Injured From Del Playa Shooting, Suspect Remains Outstanding

February 19, 2022 by

The investigation of the shooting is ongoing. The status of the victim remains unclear, and the shooter remains outstanding.
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UCSB Student, A.S. Member Arrested for Hiding Cameras in I.V. Bathroom

February 16, 2022 by and

No information is available yet on the days and times when the recording devices were in use.
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Shooting Occurs at Pacifica Suites

February 10, 2022 by and

The shooters fled the scene before law enforcement arrived.
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