Santa Clarita experienced a slight uptick in crime over the past weekend, with law enforcement reporting 28 arrests—a seven-arrest increase from the previous week. 

Officers from the California Highway Patrol (CHP) Newhall Office accounted for five of these arrests, while deputies from the Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station handled the remaining 23 cases.

Among the 28 arrests, 21 were classified as misdemeanors, while seven were felonies. The most notable incidents included nine DUI arrests, with one leading to an injury. 

A case of battery on school, park, or hospital grounds involved an 18-year-old student. A felony charge for assault with a deadly weapon (not a firearm) with great bodily injury was filed against a 24-year-old suspect.

Two cases involved individuals entering or remaining on posted property despite warnings. One person was charged with possession of drug paraphernalia. Another individual faced a reckless driving charge. 

Authorities also recorded one burglary case and one instance of willful cruelty to a child, leading to child endangerment charges. One arrest was made for being under the influence of drugs and alcohol. 

A 21-year-old male was arrested for evading police while disregarding safety. Law enforcement responded to one domestic violence case. A suspect with two or more prior convictions faced drug possession charges. Two separate battery cases occurred, along with a shoplifting arrest. A court order violation with prior offenses resulted in an arrest. 

Another individual was charged with disobeying a restraining order. Two separate arrests were made for drug possession and paraphernalia, with one involving a suspect already facing prison or jail time. A 63-year-old male was arrested for driving without a valid license.

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