July 13, 2024 – San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department officials report that from July 1 to July 7, 2024, the Sheriff's Department conducted Operation Safe and Sane, focusing on enforcing laws against illegal fireworks throughout the county during the Fourth of July holiday. The Sheriff's Specialized Enforcement Division, Sheriff's Arson/Bomb Squad, station deputies, and fire department partners carried out a zero-tolerance illegal firework suppression operation.

The operation resulted in 1,293 service calls, including proactive patrol-initiated calls. Additionally, 134 citations were issued, seven arrests were made, and over 1,500 pounds of fireworks were recovered.



Anyone with information regarding illegal fireworks is urged to contact their local police department.  Callers wishing to remain anonymous should contact We-tip at 1-800-78-CRIME (27463) or go to www.wetip.com.

DATE/TIME:  July 1, 2024, through July 7, 2024
INCIDENT:   Operation Safe and Sane
LOCATION: San Bernardino County
Refer:  Gloria Huerta or Mara Rodriguez
Station:  Public Affairs Division
Phone No. 909-387-3700

Source & photos: San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department