Irvine Police Department

#IRVINEPDPIO – We continue to work closely with our partners at the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the Orange County Fire Authority as we investigate the circumstances on Cartwheel. The incident began after a juvenile at the residence mixed unknown chemicals. The specific substances involved, along with the surrounding circumstances, are being carefully and methodically evaluated by subject matter experts from multiple disciplines. Our top priority remains the safety of our community and preserving the integrity of the investigation. There are still no evacuations and no known danger to the public.

#IRVINEPDPIO - On Monday, a landlord called and reported suspicious circumstances at a residence on Cartwheel, near Iluna. The Orange County Fire Authority responded to assist. Items were found in the home that required further investigation. The FBI responded and assumed the investigation. At this time, there is no known threat to the community, and there are no evacuations. Any media inquiries should be directed to the FBI. #irvine #irvinepd #FBI

OCFA & @IrvinePolice are on scene of an apartment fire off Bearpaw in the City of Irvine. The fire is under control. One adult was transported to the hospital in critical condition. The fire was contained to the unit of origin, and the cause is under investigation.

#IRVINEPDPIO - Incident Update. #irvine

#IRVINEPDPIO - UPDATE - 6:30 p.m. - Officers are deploying an irritant into the home to encourage the man to come out peacefully. We are advising people nearby to go inside and close their windows and doors. Thank you for your patience as we work to resolve this situation.

#IRVINEPDPIO - UPDATE - 5:40 p.m. - We continue to try to communicate with the suspect via a loudspeaker. We just deployed loud distraction devices near the home. Officers are making every effort possible to resolve this matter peacefully and safely.

#IRVINEPDPIO - 4:30 p.m. - Our officers safely rescued four people in the home who were unable to leave. One suspect is believed to be inside the home and is possibly armed with a machete. We are working on a peaceful resolution.

#IRVINEPDPIO - Update 4:00 p.m. - At this time, we are working to resolve this incident safely. Multiple roads around the location are closed. Please stay out of the area if possible. The IPD PIO is on scene at Magnet and Terrapin. We request the media to stage there. #irvine

#IRVINEPDPIO - We have a large police presence in the area of Terrapin and Cadence as we investigate a family dispute. Any residents impacted by our activity will be contacted by a police officer.

8:40 p.m. - The fire is out! Thank you @OCFireAuthority for your hard work!

#IRVINEPDPIO - The Orange County Fire Authority is working to extinguish a house fire on Mountain Ash, in Woodbridge. At this time, the fire is contained to a single home. Residents in the area may see and smell smoke. Please close your windows and doors. #irvine #irvinepolice @OCFireAuthority

#IRVINEPDPIO - A demonstration is planned at Mason Regional Park today from 1-3 p.m. Harvard Ave., University Dr., and Culver Dr. border the park. We anticipate increased traffic around the park and suggest avoiding the area if possible. Thank you!

#IRVINEPDPIO - The Irvine Police Department (IPD) arrested Ruediger Luzian Aldred Smith, also known as “Rudy Smith”, 63, of Irvine, for sexually abusing a child. On January 30, 2026, IPD was called to investigate alleged sexual abuse that occurred at an apartment on Cardiff. The female child victim reported being sexually abused by him over the course of two years while under his care. On February 3, 2026, Smith was arrested by IPD Detectives and booked at the Orange County Jail. Smith is suspected of having unsupervised contact with multiple children, and Detectives believe there may be additional victims. Anyone with information about Smith is urged to contact Detective Steen at rsteen@cityofirvine.org. #irvinepd

#IRVINEPDPIO - *UPDATE* 2/2/26 at 1:40 p.m.- Southbound 133 at Pavona is now open.

#IRVINEPDPIO - Southbound 133 will be blocked at Pavona to Lake Forest Drive for about two hours due to a traffic collision. Please use an alternative route.

#FELONYFRIDAY - Reminder: Yoga studios are for finding balance, not taking it. Recently, a credit card was stolen from a locker at a yoga studio on Barranca. We are asking for your help identifying this woman, who was captured on surveillance video using the stolen credit card to purchase items at TJ Maxx in Tustin. If you can help us bring this case into balance, clear your mind and contact Detective Drake at Jdrake@cityofirvine.org. If you are visiting a gym or yoga studio, make sure to lock your chakras and your locker. #irvinepd #police #wanted

#IRVINEPDPIO - We are investigating a major traffic collision at the intersection of Research and Scientific. Please avoid the area due to multiple lane closures. Witnesses are asked to call (949) 724-7000. #irvine

#IRVINEPDPIO - JOINT NEWS RELEASE with @NewportBeachPD. The Newport Beach Police Department (NBPD) and Irvine Police Department (IPD) have arrested three adult men believed to be linked to a transnational organized residential burglary crime ring. Over the past few months, a burglary crew has been suspected of committing several residential burglaries in Newport Beach. The same men are suspected of traveling from Los Angeles County to the Shady Canyon area of Irvine on January 10 and conspiring to burglarize a residence. While being surveilled by Detectives, the suspects jumped over a fence while carrying backpacks. Detectives believe the suspects’ plans were disrupted before a burglary occurred. The suspects then traveled to the Turtle Rock area, where prior burglaries had occurred. There, they were seen walking into an open space and crouching in nearby bushes before fleeing the area at a high rate of speed in a vehicle. After the Newport Beach Police Department developed a strong lead, NBPD detectives partnered with IPD detectives to identify those involved. Following extensive surveillance and evidence gathering, the joint investigation led to the arrest of three suspects today. Detectives are continuing the investigation and are looking for an additional suspect. The successful arrest of these suspects sends a clear message that criminal activity will not be tolerated in Irvine or Newport Beach. Through close coordination, information sharing, and joint investigative efforts, the Irvine Police Department and Newport Beach Police Department continue to work as partners to prevent crime and keep residents safe. Suspects arrested and booked at Orange County Jail on burglary charges: *John Brayan Soliz-Reinoso, 32, of Reseda *Francisco Alegria, 32, of Reseda *Daniel Mejias-Reinoso, 22, of Northridge Detectives ask other victims, witnesses, or anyone with additional footage of the incidents to contact: Irvine Police Detective Mike Ward by emailing mward@cityofirvine.org Newport Beach Police Detective Joshua Granger by emailing jgranger@nbpd.org #dontcommitcrimeinirvine #irvine #newportbeach

#IRVINEPDPIO 1/26/2026, 9:40 p.m. We were investigating a disturbance in the 1700 block of Crested Bird. There was a significant police presence in the area as we worked to arrest the suspect safely. Most public safety personnel will be leaving the area, while some units will remain to investigate further. #irvine

#IRVINEPDPIO - *UPDATE* 1/26/26 at 6:00 p.m.- the purse theft suspect was located by detectives and taken into custody.