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A Westlake Elementary teacher has been placed on paid administrative leave after "inappropriate content" was found on a school laptop in January, according to a letter sent to parents Thursday. Principal Clyde Curley told parents the computer was turned over to Santa Cruz police, who are conducting an investigation but have made no arrest. The letter does not identify the teacher. "Once it was determined that no students had been victimized or were immediately in harm's way, the police had reque...

On the eve of the first anniversary of the deaths of Santa Cruz police detective Elizabeth Butler and detective Sgt. Loran "Butch" Baker, Santa Cruz leaders and residents paid tribute to them with a candlelight vigil outside Santa Cruz City Hall. As dusk fell on the brick patio near Church and Center streets, more than 100 residents gathered for a moment of silence led by Santa Cruz Mayor Lynn Robinson "Today is about coming together as a community," Robinson said. "Butch and Elizabeth are heroe...

The SCPOA is proud to have been among the many members of "Tyler's Troops" to help this young boy. We continue to challenge all members of law enforcement to participate. Civilians as well! Let's make his birthday month unforgettable. To read more: PASCOAG, R.I. (MyFoxBoston.com) -- A Rhode Island boy celebrated his seventh birthday with help from hundreds of first responders. A caravan of more than 200 police cruisers and fire trucks from across New England picked up Tyler Seddon at his house i...

The Santa Cruz POA is issuing a challenge to all California law enforcement to make our friend Tyler’s wish come true. Please see the below link regarding Tyler’s circumstances and rise to the occasion! The Santa Cruz POA is sending a birthday card, hand signed letter from all the chiefs on department letterhead wishing him a happy birthday, SCPD Frisbee, POA & Ranger stickers, shoulder patches, BDU patches, silver badge pin, POA T-shirt, City of Santa Cruz Police Polo shirt, a police car st...

What Is MDMA? (aka Ecstasy or Molly) “Ecstasy” and "Molly" are slang terms for MDMA, short for 3,4-methylenedioxymethamphetamine, a name that’s nearly as long as the all-night parties where MDMA is often used. That's why MDMA has been called a “club drug.” It has effects similar to those of other stimulants, and it often makes the person feel like everyone is his or her friend, even when that’s not the case. MDMA is man-made—it doesn't come from a plant like marijuana or tobacco do. Other c...

Dear Supporters of the SCPOA, We encourage you to take a moment to view one of our favorite voice narrations below, by Paul Harvey, "The Policeman" depicting the internal as well as external struggles of living life "on duty". Please go to our Facebook page to show your support by liking our page. Here you will be able to stay informed on all the going on within our community. SCPOA Facebook. Thank You again for your support! The Santa Cruz Police Officers' Association

Internet and Website Safety Tips: Though there have been many scares about what can happen to children or teenagers on the internet, adults should be safe as well. There is no limit to the amount of risk adults come in contact with such as sexual predators, criminals who are seeking out your personal information on social networking sites, buying habits, frequently used sites, and many others. Here are some tips to help prevent you from being a target: -Do not share things such as email ad...