San Diego Sheriff’s Office returns to Facebook

A badge for a San Diego sheriff’s deputy. (File photo courtesy San Diego County Sheriff’s Office) The San Diego County Sheriff’s Office announced Thursday that the agency has returned to the social media platform Facebook after a decade-long hiatus, marking a “renewed commitment” to open communication with county residents. The return to the social media platform coincides with the sheriff’s department celebrating its 175th anniversary in an effort to reconnect with the public while bolstering its online presence, according to the agency. “In 2025, we are celebrating the 175th anniversary of the San Diego County Sheriff’s Office. What better way to strengthen our commitment to transparency, outreach and public safety than by reconnecting with the community on Facebook,” Sheriff Kelly Martinez said. “We look forward to more positive dialogue and community engagement on social media.” People can now follow the sheriff’s office on Facebook to receive updates on safety issues, community events, emergency alerts and key initiatives. The agency said they will also use the social media platform to inform the public and media about emergency incidents such as wildfire evacuations, missing person searches and crime trends. “Our return to Facebook is about more than just a social media presence
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