Casa Grande Police Department
Press Release from the City of Casa Grande
Casa Grande, AZ – June 3, 2025 — On the evenings of May 30 and 31, 2025, the Casa Grande Police Department conducted Operation Safe Streets, a 14-hour targeted enforcement detail focused on high-crime areas within the city. The initiative involved members of the Community Response Team, K9 Unit, Traffic Division, and Criminal Investigations Division (Drone Unit).
Operation Results:
- Traffic Stops: 96
- Civil Citations: 13
- Total Arrests: 23
- DUI Arrests: 6 (including aggravated and extreme DUI)
- Felony Offenses: Narcotics violations, weapons offenses, prohibited possession, unlawful firearm discharge, and outstanding warrants
- Firearms Recovered: 3
- Stolen Vehicles Recovered: 1
Notable Incidents:
- Vehicle Theft Arrests: A stolen Kia sedan was located at Center Park Apartments. Drone surveillance and a perimeter led to the arrest of two suspects tied to ongoing Kia/Hyundai theft investigations.
- Firearm Discharge: Officers detained a suspect at the Quality Inn Motel after he fired a round and attempted to hide. A discarded firearm was recovered, and the suspect’s criminal history includes weapons and smuggling offenses.
- Explosives Seized: A K9-initiated traffic stop resulted in the seizure of methamphetamine, three firearms, and suspected explosive devices. The AZDPS Bomb Squad responded and secured the materials for further analysis. Charges are pending.
Operation Safe Streets reflects our ongoing commitment to proactive enforcement, community safety, and crime prevention. Several investigations initiated during this detail remain active.
