Irvine Police Department to Conduct DUI Checkpoint
The Irvine Police Department will conduct a Driving Under the Influence (DUI) and Driver’s License Checkpoint on Saturday, August 8, from 7:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m.
News Releases
Irvine Police Department to Conduct DUI Checkpoint
The Irvine Police Department will conduct a Driving Under the Influence (DUI) and Driver’s License Checkpoint on Saturday, August 8, from 7:00 p.m. to 2:00
Officer Involved Shooting of Armed Man Under Investigation in Irvine
UPDATE – Irvine, Calif. (July 22, 2026) – The 20-year-old man who was armed with a knife has been identified as Daniel Alfons Meltvedt, 20, of
Officer Involved Shooting of Armed Man Under Investigation in Irvine
Around 11:45 a.m., the Irvine Police Department (IPD) received a call from a man on Evening Breeze who was experiencing a mental health crisis and
Irvine Police Department to Conduct DUI Checkpoint
The Irvine Police Department will hold a Driving Under the Influence (DUI) and Driver’s License Checkpoint on Saturday, July 18, from 7:00 p.m. to 2:00
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Crime Prevention and Safety
Drones and Technology Keep Irvine Safe!
Since its inception, the Irvine Police Department has utilized technology to maintain the safety of Irvine. From body-worn cameras and in-car video systems to advanced
Burglary Prevention
Preventing burglary and theft is a collective responsibility that involves both law enforcement and the community. The Irvine Police Department uses statistical data to identify
Anti-Bullying
The Irvine Police Department is committed to collaborating with community resources and our local school staff to empower students to recognize bullying and take meaningful
Copper Wire Theft Prevention
Copper theft is a growing concern in Irvine, affecting public safety, increasing repair costs, and leaving neighborhoods without power for street lighting. Thieves are targeting
Traffic Safety
E-bikes in Irvine: A User Guide for Parents and Riders
With the increased use of e-bikes on roadways, the Irvine Police Department has created an easy guide for parents and riders.
Loud and Modified Exhaust
Modifying an exhaust in California is illegal if it increases noise above the legal limit or is done in a way that bypasses certified emissions
Electric Scooter Safety Concerns
Helmet and Safety Gear Use Licensing Requirements Sidewalk Restrictions Speed & Operational Laws
Helmets Prevent Injuries and Save Lives!
Recently, a student wearing a helmet fell off his e-bike at 13 MPH. The child’s impact with the ground was strong enough to crack his
Department Events and Information
National Night Out 2026
Join us on Tuesday, August 4, 2026, at the Great Park Palm Court for National Night Out!
Town Hall Meeting
Our final Residential Burglary Town Hall Meeting will be held on Thursday, December 11, at 6:00 p.m., at the Deerfield Community Center. Learn crime prevention
Join Us at Coffee with a Cop
Thursday, December 4, 2025 from 9:30 – 10am, the community is invited to swing by Starbucks Coffee at 15433 Culver Drive where you will be
Join IPD at the Movies
Come join the Irvine Police Department for the premiere screening of Zootopia 2 at the Irvine Spectrum Regal on Tuesday, November 25, 2025 from 3:30