OC Sheriff AR 2024-25

OC SHERIFF ANNUAL REPORT | | 2024-25 P 18

For the past five decades, the Orange County Sheriff’s Harbor Patrol Bureau has safeguarded the county’s most recognizable feature – its 43 miles of coastline. Every year, Harbor Patrol deputies respond to over 12,000 calls for service from criminal violations, to marine fires, to search and rescue operations. Harbor Patrol also plays a critical role in Orange County homeland security efforts, safeguarding our community against narcotics and human trafficking. Since 2021, deputies have conducted 341 missions and intercepted more than 100 smuggling attempts. The commitment of the Harbor Patrol Bureau personnel has never wavered, and with the continued support of the community, their impact will endure.