California Department of Insurance, Scams

16 arrested in alleged auto insurance fraud scheme; California officials warn of ‘vehicle hostage’ scams
Investigators discovered that a non-sworn employee of the California Highway Patrol, Rosa Isela Santistevan, 56, of Irvine, allegedly was selling traffic collision reports.
California Officials Warn of Tow Truck Scam Targeting Crash Victims
An organized ring in the Inland Empire is accused of towing vehicles to a body shop and demanding excessive fees for release.
California Drivers Warned of Spike in Vehicle Hostage Scams
The California Department of Insurance has issued a public service announcement warning drivers across the state of a rise in vehicle hostage scams. According to the department, some tow truck companies are targeting car accident victims by towing their vehicles—often without clear consent—and then demanding excessive fees for their release.
California drivers warned about predatory towing scam sweeping across state
They say that tow truck companies are targeting drivers involved in collisions, picking up their cars and then holding them hostage for large amounts of money.
State officials warn of predatory towing scam targeting drivers just in collisions
Lauren Pozen details a new scam targeting drivers who were just involved in crashes that need their cars towed and what you should do if the same thing happens to you.
Vehicle hostage scams on the rise in Southern California, officials warn: What you need to know
LOS ANGELES - The California Department of Insurance is warning drivers about a rise in scams involving tow truck companies in Southern California. The scammers target car accident victims, holding their vehicles hostage for cash,
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Motorcyclist killed after driving off highway in Rancho Mission Viejo
A motorcyclist was killed Saturday when a bike went off Ortega Highway (74) in Rancho Mission Viejo, northeast of San Juan ...
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Motorcyclist Killed After Going off Highway 74 near Capistrano
A motorcyclist was killed Saturday when the vehicle went off Ortega Highway (74) in Rancho Mission Viejo, northeast of San Juan Capistrano. The crash was reported to the California Highway Patrol at 2 ...
California sheriff uses 'To Catch A Predator' playbook to squash blue state crime
A veteran California sheriff and governor hopeful is highlighting one of his biggest career wins happening through a ...
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Hidden gem showcasing CHP’s rich history tucked away at academy grounds
At various times throughout the year, the California Highway Patrol Academy runs a new class of cadets, preparing them for a career in law enforcement at its west Sacramento facility. However ...
Man found dead along Highway 99 shoulder in Sacramento County identified
The California Highway Patrol says the agency is still looking into the 32-year-old’s death and if foul play was a factor.
Video captures motorcyclist injured by hit-and-run driver on Southern California freeway
Dashcam video captured a motorcyclist being struck by a hit-and-run driver in San Bernardino County. On Tuesday, the witness ...
Bicyclist killed on Pacific Coast Highway near Sycamore Canyon Road
A fatality was reported on Pacific Coast Highway in Ventura County Saturday, closing lanes for a time near Sycamore Canyon Road.
At least 3 arrested in Sacramento after attempted burglary, chase on Highway 50
Three people are in custody after a high-speed chase ended at the Comfort Inn and Suites hotel following an attempted ...
Rollover crash on Highway 99 sends at least 1 to hospital
At least one person was hospitalized following a rollover crash on southbound Highway 99 Thursday afternoon. The incident occurred on the southbound side, just ...
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Recruiting California Highway Patrol officers
Officer Jim Bettencourt speaks about the process of applying to join the California Highway Patrol and recruitment efforts.