Del Rey Oaks Police Department

10/09/2026

LOST DOGS

The Del Rey Oaks Police Department has received multiple reports of two black dogs at large in the area of South Boundary Road and General Jim Moore Boulevard.

One dog has a collar, and the other does not. Both dogs are roaming together as a pair. At this time, there are no pictures of the dogs.

10/08/2026

* HAZARDOUS DUMP NOTICE! *

On October 7, 2026, a male individual was reported parked on Austin Road along South Boundary Rd. dumping property from his truck bed. The property left behind was three (3) Michelin tires. Today, Officers contacted the driver, a resident of a neighboring city, and issued a citation for violating Del Rey Oaks Municipal Code (DROMC) section 8.16.030: Litter in Public Places.

Reports of illegal dumping like this WILL BE forwarded to the County of Monterey Health Department. Tires are a major environmental hazard, including but not limited to mosquito breeding, chemical leaching, and fire hazards. The Hazardous Materials Management Service issues notices/citations and refers cases to the Office of the District Attorney for prosecution. A first offense can result in penalties ranging from $2,500 to $10,000.

10/06/2026

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and we want to highlight its importance. According to the National Breast Cancer Foundation, Inc., “1 in 8 women in the United States will develop breast cancer in her lifetime.” We encourage you to take action early by speaking with your doctor and learning how you can monitor for signs of disease. Advances in early detection and treatment methods are increasing survival rates. There are over 4 million survivors in the United States. You are not alone. Navigation can be hard, stressful, and emotional, but please visit the National Breast Cancer Foundation, Inc., for support at https://www.nationalbreastcancer.org/our-programs/.

09/29/2026

ILLEGAL DUMPING ENFORCEMENT

Thanks to our community members, the Del Rey Oaks Police Department recently located and cited a suspect responsible for illegal dumping along South Boundary Road.

No matter the size or volume, the Del Rey Oaks Police Department and Monterey County take illegal dumping very seriously. According to the County’s Illegal Dumping and Litter Abatement Task Force (IDLATF), Monterey County “removes approximately 200 tons of illegally dumped waste annually from County roads.” To learn more about how Monterey County has been deemed a Clean California Community, please visit https://regenmonterey.org/monterey-county-named-a-clean-california-community/.

We appreciate our community's help in keeping our city safe and clean. Please continue to report any suspicious activity so we can reduce littering and preserve our environment for future generations.

09/29/2026

TRAFFIC UPDATE - Carlton Drive and Canyon Del Rey Boulevard are open for through traffic!

Please remember that speeding, rolling through stop signs, and other traffic violations WILL NOT be tolerated. Officers are actively positioned in the area to monitor traffic and cite appropriate California Vehicle Code violations.

First and foremost, our community’s safety comes first. Residents and visitors are out walking, pushing strollers, and taking their dogs on a stroll. Speeding and ignoring traffic signs can pose a serious risk.

Please slow down and help us keep our streets safe!

09/18/2026

*** UPDATE ***

The suspect has been identified as 39-year-old Juan Leon-Huisa. Leon-Huisa is still at large and has multiple warrants for his arrest. Leon-Huisa has committed similar crimes in multiple cities, including Los Altos and Newark. If you know of Leon-Huisa's whereabouts, please contact the Del Rey Oaks Police Department at (831) 375-8525 (Reference DRO PD Case # 26-274).

*** SUSPECT ID NEEED ***

On September 11, 2026, the above-pictured male approached an elderly female resident of the Monterey Peninsula in front of the Wells Fargo ATM, located at 447 Canyon Del Rey Blvd, Del Rey Oaks, CA. Under the guise of helping, the suspect switched out the victim’s Wells Fargo ATM card with another victim’s card. The victim sustained a $3800.00 financial loss. The victim’s debit card was used at several ATMs and stores in the area. If you recognize or can identify the suspect, contact the Del Rey Oaks Police Department at (831) 375-8525. Reference DRO PD Case #26-274.

09/16/2026

*** SUSPECT ID NEEED ***

On September 11, 2026, the above-pictured male approached an elderly female resident of the Monterey Peninsula in front of the Wells Fargo ATM, located at 447 Canyon Del Rey Blvd, Del Rey Oaks, CA. Under the guise of helping, the suspect switched out the victim’s Wells Fargo ATM card with another victim’s card. The victim sustained a $3800.00 financial loss. The victim’s debit card was used at several ATMs and stores in the area. If you recognize or can identify the suspect, contact the Del Rey Oaks Police Department at (831) 375-8525. Reference DRO PD Case #26-274.

09/11/2026

Today, the Del Rey Oaks Police Department pauses to remember the lives lost on September 11, 2001, and to honor the courage and sacrifice of the first responders who ran toward danger to help others.

We remember the innocent lives taken that day, including the police officers, firefighters, EMTs, and countless others who made the ultimate sacrifice.

Twenty-five years later, we continue to honor their memory by standing together, serving our community, and never forgetting.

We remember. We honor. We will never forget.

09/11/2026

On 9/10/2026 DRO PD officers responded to the 500 block of Canyon Del Rey Boulevard following a report of a subject standing barefoot in the roadway and blocking traffic. Officers contacted the male who refused to provide his name to officers. The suspect was later identified as Crisantos Ramos Solano.

During the investigation, officers located various identifying documents in the suspect's possession. The documents were subsequently determined to have been stolen from multiple vehicles within the city.

The suspect was subsequently arrested. During a search incident to arrest, officers located a quantity of suspected narcotics in the suspect's possession. The substance was later tested and identified as methamphetamine.

Ramos Solano was transported to the Monterey County Jail for booking on charges including 484(a) PC – Theft from a Motor Vehicle, 10852 VC – Vehicle Tampering, 11377(a) H&S – Possession of Methamphetamine and 532(a) PC – Theft by False Pretenses.

The investigation remains ongoing. Anyone with additional information regarding this investigation, or who believes they may have been the victim of a vehicle burglary, is encouraged to contact the Del Rey Oaks Police Department at (831) 375-8525. Reference DRO PD Case # 26-271.

08/22/2026

🚨 Community Alert: Illegal Dumping on South Boundary Rd. 🚨

We are investigating an illegal dumping that occurred along South Boundary Road. We are asking for help in identifying the following suspect(s):

- On the morning of August 20, 2026, the contents of a nearly entire shed were located along the right shoulder of South Boundary Rd.

If you are driving along South Boundary Rd and see someone dumping/littering, please provide dashcam footage or report these individuals/vehicles.

Let’s protect our community and hold people accountable.