Malibu Search Rescue

Official - Malibu Search and Rescue Team - Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department Lost Hills/Malibu Station Dial 911 for emerg. media@malibusar for inquiries.

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At approximately 7:30 am on Saturday, @MalibuSAR, @LACOFD, @CHPWestValley and @McCormick_EMS responded to a vehicle 300 feet over the side of Mulholland Highway in #Malibu. The male driver was outside the vehicle yelling for help, while the female passenger was pinned inside the

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Never forgot those who paid the ultimate sacrifice for all of us and our freedom. 🇺🇸

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Our hearts break at the passing of @LASDHQ Deputy Robert Bolanos. Deputy Bolanos died after a lengthy illness. Rest in peace brother. #TYFYS 🇺🇸

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A female adult hiker suffered a severe ankle injury while hiking at Escondido Falls in #Malibu yesterday. Great teamwork by @MalibuSAR, @LACOFD and @McCormick_EMS in rescuing the woman. @lacofd_div7 @LHSLASD @LASDHQ @LASDSAR

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He was assessed and taken by ambulance to a hospital for treatment of his injuries. Great teamwork by SAR, Fire, CHP, @LHSLASD and @McCormick_EMS. #Teamwork at its finest. #savinglives #sar #searchandrescue

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“Always expect the unexpected”. The mantra drilled into our heads during trainings. Today, a search for a missing person in #Agoura resulted in our team being alerted to a different person who was injured over the side in a concrete water channel right off the 101 Freeway.

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@MalibuSAR rescuers notified @LACOFD and @CHPWestValley while rescuers began a technical rescue to reach the 26 year old male. The man, who suffered back and wrist injuries, was stabilized by SAR personnel and fire medics before he was raised in a rescue basket to the freeway.

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Deputy Vargas is survived by his wife, parents, siblings, and extended family.

We honor his service and legacy. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family, friends, and colleagues during this incredibly difficult time.

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The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department mourns the loss of Deputy Levi Vargas, who passed away on Saturday, March 28, 2026, at the age of 30.

Deputy Vargas joined the Department in 2015 as a Custody Assistant and later graduated from Academy Class 413. He served in several

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assignments throughout his career, most recently at San Dimas Station. He was known among his colleagues and friends for his professionalism, commitment, and compassion to our communities.

His loss is deeply felt across our Department, and he will be greatly missed.

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Yesterday our team passed the annual recertification test with the @MtnRescueAssoc for technical rock rescue. Congrats to all involved. #practicemakesperfect #SAR #searchandrescue #savinglives

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Our very own Dan Farrell was recognized at the 2026 Reserve Dinner with a @LASDHQ #Lifesaving Award. Well deserved. #TYFYS Dan, you exemplify what it means to be a reserve. We are fortunate to have you as a member of @MalibuSAR

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All of the @LASDSAR Search and Rescue Teams were recognized at the 2026 Reserve Dinner with a @LASDHQ Commendation for work on the #EatonFire and #PalisadesFire #TYFYS 🇺🇸

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Please join us for our station’s Open House on May 2nd. It’s a fun and informative experience for everyone, especially kids.

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Sunday morning, an 18 year old female suffered an ankle injury on the #escondidofallstrail in #Malibu. A joint effort by @MalibuSAR @LACOFD and @MRCAParks led to a successful evacuation of the injured woman @LASDHQ @LASDSAR @LHSLASD

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Happy New Year, from our team to our community. Available 24/7/365 to save lives. #sar #searchandrescue #SavingLives
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