Police officials warn of public health risks associated with needle exchange program
The Costa Mesa Police Department has concluded that a proposal by the Orange County Needle Exchange Program (OCNEP) to distribute syringes in the Westside of…
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Costa Mesa police officers conduct compliance checks
The Costa Mesa Police Department collaborated with the Orange County Probation Department last week to conduct compliance checks on offenders subject to Post-Release Community Supervision…
Four new officers welcomed to Costa Mesa Police Department at Monday ceremony
Costa Mesa Police Chief Rob Sharpnack welcomed four new members of the Police Department on Monday during an official badge-pinning and swearing-in ceremony outside his…
Chinese city leaders visit Costa Mesa to learn more about CERT
City and Fire Department leaders were pleased this week to host a contingent of Chinese government leaders from the city of Chengdu, who visited Costa…
Costa Mesa public safety staff honored at annual chamber barbecue lunch
Costa Mesa’s public safety employees were treated to a free lunchtime barbecue at the OC Fair & Event Center care of the Costa Mesa Chamber…
Costa Mesa Police Lt. Joyce LaPointe is latest to receive CEO Leadership Award
At the September Meet and Greet, City CEO Tom Hatch presented the CEO Leadership Award to Lt. Joyce LaPointe in recognition of her to work…
Costa Mesa police join the fight to combat human trafficking in county
Speaking to a crowd of about 150 spectators in front of City Hall, Police Chief Rob Sharpnack announced that Costa Mesa will join other law…
Chief Sharpnack welcomes newest officer to the department at swearing-in ceremony
Police Chief Rob Sharpnack on Monday Aug. 29 welcomed Nicholas Dempkowski to the force, the latest police officer to leave another department and join Costa…
Chiefs Take Part in Motor Home Madness Demolition Derby at the Fair
On Thursday Aug. 11, Costa Mesa Fire Chief Dan Stefano and Chief Rob Sharpnack participated in the Motor Home Madness Demolition Derby at the 2016…
In the Spotlight: CMPD Officer Lance Healey
Costa Mesa Police Officer Lance Healey was the recipient of June’s CEO Leadership Award. Our video team spent some time with Healey, who helps run the…
Three more officers join Costa Mesa Police Department’s rising ranks
Police Chief Rob Sharpnack praised yet another “bright spot” in the department’s rebuilding efforts as he introduced two promising new officers and one new reserve…
The ultimate sacrifice of those on the ‘Honor Roll’ will never be forgotten
By Robert N. Sharpnack Chief of Police For many Californians, the term “Honor Roll” conjures up images of academic excellence and the proud feelings associated…