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How to shop safely online
Shopping for the holidays online offers convenience by allowing you to explore items from various sellers, easily compare prices and buy from the comfort of your home.
11/26/2024
Shopping safety tips
As the holiday season approaches, an influx of shoppers is expected to frequent our popular shopping areas. With this surge, there's a heightened risk of holiday shopping-related crimes, along with increased local road traffic.
11/26/2024
Give input on homelessness
The City Council would like the community’s feedback on several new options to reduce homelessness in Carlsbad and its effects on the community.
11/08/2024
Cliffside collision in Carlsbad
On Nov. 4, 2024, at approximately 4:01 p.m., a City of Carlsbad Police Officer observed a vehicle crash into the fence surrounding the City of Carlsbad’s Fleet Maintenance Department in the 2400 block of Impala Drive.
11/04/2024 8:06 PM
Fatal traffic collision 2200 Las Palmas Drive
On Sept. 10, 2024, at 12:37 a.m., the City of Carlsbad Police Department responded to the 2200 block of Las Palmas Drive due to a traffic collision involving a vehicle and a pedestrian.
09/10/2024
Air quality update
Latest information from the San Diego County Air Pollution Control District showing air quality results are within standard ranges, but smoke advisory for tomorrow in Carlsbad due to fire on Camp Pendleton. Note the numbers below you can call with questions and concerns about air quality.
09/06/2024 6:47 PM
DUI checkpoint Sept. 6
The City of Carlsbad Police Department, in collaboration with the California Highway Patrol, will conduct a driving under the influence (DUI) Checkpoint on Friday, September 6, from 6 p.m. to 2 a.m. at an undisclosed location in the city.
09/05/2024
Investigation Leads to Arrest of Organized Retail Theft Suspect
The Carlsbad Police Department is proud to announce the successful apprehension of a suspect involved in a series of organized retail thefts from the Carlsbad Premium Outlets.
08/22/2024
Rules for e-bikes and e-motorcycles
With the rise in popularity of e-bikes and the new school year approaching, you might start to see even more e-bikes on the street. When we talk to people about e-bikes and traffic safety, we’re often asked about the difference between e-bikes and e-motorcycles.
08/19/2024 1:58 PM
Large amount of methamphetamine possession arrest
On August 16, 2024, at 9:42 p.m. police officers from the City of Carlsbad Police Department conducted a traffic enforcement stop for a vehicle code violation on Interstate 5 just north of Las Pulgas Road, Oceanside.
08/17/2024
Serious injury traffic collision
On August 15, 2024, at 8:02 p.m. the City of Carlsbad Police Department was called to the intersection of Batiquitos Drive and Daisy Avenue due to a traffic collision involving a vehicle and an electric motorcycle.
08/16/2024
Why we’re safer together in Carlsbad
At Monday’s Traffic Safety & Mobility Commission meeting, our Police Department presented traffic collision data from the second quarter of the year. So far this year, we have had zero traffic related fatalities in Carlsbad, compared to six during the same timeframe last year and five the first six
08/09/2024 1:00 PM
Join National Night Out 2024
National Night Out is an annual community-building campaign that promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie. National Night Out enhances the relationship between neighbors and the Carlsbad Police Department while bringing back a true sense of community.
07/23/2024 5:28 PM
Burglars who targeted Carlsbad are going to prison
Earlier this week the San Diego County District Attorney announced that three men who had targeted Carlsbad neighborhoods to steal high-end valuables are going to prison. Carlsbad Police arrested the three "burglary tourists" earlier this year after some very solid police work identified
07/05/2024 2:23 PM
Investigation involving Rue Des Chateaux death
On June 28, 2024, at 3:26 a.m., the City of Carlsbad Police Department responded to a report of an altercation in the 2300 block of Rue Des Chateaux.
06/28/2024 3:56 PM
Underage drinking prevention shoulder tap operation
On Wednesday, May 15, officers from the City of Carlsbad Police Department, along with agents from the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) conducted a Shoulder Tap Operation at various ABC-licensed establishments in the city.
06/20/2024 4:51 PM
Underage drinking prevention minor decoy operation
On Wednesday, May 15, officers from the City of Carlsbad Police Department, along with agents from the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) conducted a Minor Decoy Operation at various ABC-licensed establishments in the city.
06/20/2024 4:47 PM