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DATE / TIME: December 30, 2006
CRIME / INCIDENT: Shoot at an inhabited dwelling
LOCATION: Parallel St., City of Shasta Lake
VICTIM: Eric Michael Manley
SUSPECT: Joshua David North, 24 yrs.
The Shasta County Sheriff's Office, Major Crimes Unit, along with the assistance of the Redding Police Department, arrested Joshua Norton on today's date for shooting a weapon into Manley's Parallel Street residence and vehicle. This crime occurred on or about October 24, 2006.
This is the second arrest in this case, as Norton's cousin, Brandon Scott Smith was arrested on 11/28/06 for the same charge.
Brandon Scott Smith remains in jail with bail set at $500,000.
Joshua Norton was booked into the Shasta County Jail with bail set at $750,000.
DATE / TIME: December 29, 2006
CRIME / INCIDENT: In Custody Death
LOCATION: 1655 West St. Redding
VICTIM: James Loren Hesson, DOB 6/8/69
The autopsy on James Hesston revealed the immediate cause of death was ligature strangulation.
DATE / TIME: December 28, 2006
CRIME / INCIDENT: Kidnapping, Assault w/firearm
LOCATION: 20922 Heston Way, Bella Vista
VICTIM: Confidential
SUSPECT: Sergio A Ontiveros Talamantes
On 12/27/2006 at approximately 2357 hrs., Deputies responded to the listed address on a report of a kidnapping. It was reported that Talamantes, who is the victim's estranged boyfriend, arrived at the residence unannounced and physically forced the victim into his vehicle at gunpoint and fled the area. Deputies reponded to the area and subsequently located Talamantes' vehicle on Heston Way and Old Alturas Road. Talamantes was taken into custody without further incident. The victim was found to have minimal injuries from the assault. A loaded .38 caliber revolver, ammunition and a set of handcuffs were located during the investigation.
Talamantes was transported to the Shasta County Jail and booked on the listed charges. His bail is currently set at $100,000.
DATE / TIME: December 28, 2006
CRIME / INCIDENT: Minor Decoy Operation
LOCATION: Shasta County & City of Anderson
On December 28, 2006, members from the Shasta County Sheriff's Office and Alcohol Beverage Control conducted a "minor decoy" operation in the City of Anderson and the unicorporated area of Shasta County. The above decoy operations are funded through a grant from ABC. During this operation, several businesses were visited and two of the businesses, Luigi's of Anderson and Casa Ramos Mexican Restaurant of Anderson, sold alcohol to the minor decoy. The Shasta County Sheriff's Office would like to thank the California Department of Alcohol Beverage Control for funding this program and local area ABC licensed businesses for checking ID's and refusing to sell to the "decoy".
DATE / TIME: December 25, 2006
CRIME / INCIDENT: Unauthorized Possession of a Machine Gun
LOCATION: Marquette St., Burney
VICTIM: State of California
SUSPECT: Shawn Mock, 44 yrs.,
On December 25, 2006 at approximately 2226 hrs., Deputy Stephen Harper, from Shasta County Sheriff's Burney Station, conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle being driven by Shawn Mock for vehicle code violation. It was determined that Mock had an outstanding warrant for his arrest for domestic violence. Mock was arrested on his warrant. During a subsequent search of the vehicle Mock was driving, deputies located a Thompson, M1A1, .45 caliber, submachine gun in the vehicle, along with magazines and ammunition for the weapon. Mock was booked into the Shasta County Jail for the warrant and the weapons violations.
DATE / TIME: December 16, 2006
CRIME / INCIDENT: Minor Decoy Operation
LOCATION: Shasta County & City of Anderson
On December 16, 2006 between 1100 and 1400 hrs., members from the Shasta County Sheriff's Office ABC Unit conducted a "Minor Decoy" operation in the unicorporated area of Shasta County and Anderson. The above Minor Decoy operations are funded through a grant from ABC. During this operation several businesses were visited and two of the businesses, El Mariachi's Mexican Restaurant of Anderson and Peacock Chinese Restaurant of Anderson , sold alcohol to the Minor Decoy. The Shasta County Sheriff's Office would like to take a moment and thank the Califonria Department of Alcohol Beverage Control for funding this program and local area ABC licensed businesses for checking ID's and refusing to sell to the "Decoy".
DATE / TIME: December 6, 2006
CRIME / INCIDENT: Lottery Scam
LOCATION: Shasta County
The Shasta County Sheriff's Office is advising citizens to be aware of lottery scams during the holiday season. These scams are dealing with out of country solicitors.
Victims will be contacted by mail or phone and told they are the winner of a large cash prize and to collect you will need to wire money to cover the tax on your winning or pay a processing fee.
If you receive these types of solicitations please contact you local law enforcement prior to sending any money.
The Shasta County Sheriff's Office would like to wish everyone a Happy Holiday Season and a Happy New Year.
DATE / TIME: December 4, 2006
CRIME / INCIDENT: Vehicle Theft
LOCATION: City of Shasta Lake
SUSPECT: Benjamin Joseph Green, 47 yrs.
On 12/4/06 at approximately 0850 hrs., a Sheriff's Deputy located a stolen compact pickup truck in the south end of the City of Shasta Lake. The vehicle was found stuck on an embankment, still idling, although no occupants were located. Deputies took inventory of the suspect stolen property inside the truck.
At approximately 1510 hrs., deputies received a report of a stolen semi-truck tractor trailer from the industrial park in the City of Shasta Lake. Upon arrival, a business owner had detained the suspect driver of the semi-truck, after he struck a parked vehicle, a building, and an electric transformer.
Deputies arrested Benjamin Joseph Green of Redding and transported him to the Shasta County Jail, where he is being held on felony probation violation without bail. Pending charges of receiving stolen property, vehicle theft and hit & run driving will be submitted to the Shasta County District Attorney for review.
DATE / TIME: November 28, 2006
CRIME / INCIDENT: Shooting into a dwelling
LOCATION: Paralle St., City of Shasta Lake
VICTIM: Eric Michael Manley
SUSPECT: Brandon Scott Smith
The Shasta County Sheriff's Office, Major Crimes Unit, arrested Brandon Smith on today's date for terrorist threats and shooting a weapon into Manley's Paralle Street residence and vehicle. These crimes occurred on or about October 24, 2006. Investigators from the Major Crimes Unit investigated the case and learned that the shooting was over a long-standing feud between Smith and Manley.
Search warrants were executed at Smith's residence. Evidence located during the service of the search warrant included evidence related to the shooting. Also located during the search were narcotics, firearms and a marijuana growing operation.
The narcotics violations were investigated by SINTF who assisted in the investigation.
DATE / TIME: November 18, 2006
CRIME / INCIDENT: Assault with a Deadly Weapon
LOCATION: Shasta County
VICTIM: #1 Juvenile Male #2 Juvenile Male
SUSPECT: Unknown Juvenile Male
On November 18, 2006 Deputies from the Shasta County Sheriff's Office were dispatched to Mercy Hospital to a report of two juvenile males being treated for stab wounds. Victim #1 was treated for stab wounds to the back and is now in guarded but stable condition. Victim #2 was treated for laceration to the hand and released.
Investigation revealed that a party was held at a residence in Shasta County. At this party were approximately 10 to 15 juveniles consuming alcohol. The parent and owner of this residence were out of town for the weekend. In the early morning hours (approximately 0730 hrs.) an altercation occurred between the victim's and the suspect. At that time the suspect pulled out a knife and stabbed victim #1 several times in the back. The suspect was described as a Native American juvenile, 6' tall and weighing approximately 200 pounds. The suspect drove away from the residence in a Ford long bed pickup white in color with blue unknown construction logos and a lumber rack. At this time all witnesses are denying knowing the identity of the suspect.
DATE / TIME: November 17, 2006
CRIME / INCIDENT: Human Remains Found
LOCATION: Sims Rd., No. of Lakehead
VICTIM: Unknown
On November 17, 2006 at about 1530 hrs., a human skull was found by fishermen on the banks of the Sacramento River north of Dog Creek. The skull and part of the lower jaw was recovered by the Shasta County Coroner's Office. The remains will be sent to a Forensic Anthropologist to determine age, race, and gender.
DATE / TIME: November 17, 2006
CRIME / INCIDENT: Human Remains Found
LOCATION: Sims Rd., No. of Lakehead
VICTIM: Unknown
On November 17, 2006 at approximately 1522 hrs., fishermen reported to SHACOM what appeared to the remains of a human skull in the area of Simms Rd., near the Sacramento River. Shasta County Sheriff's Office Personnel and Coroners Office responded to the area
Upon arrival of the Shasta County Sheriff's Office Major Crimes Unit and Coroners Office the remains appear to be Ancestral Native American. More informantion will be released as it becomes available.
DATE / TIME: November 17, 2006
CRIME / INCIDENT: Bank Robbery
LOCATION: Deschutes Rd., Palo Cedro
VICTIM: Tri Counties Bank
SUSPECT: Michael Calvin Wanless, 54 yrs.
On November 16, 2006 at approximately 1649 hrs., Tri Counties Bank in Palo Cedro was robbed at knifepoint. A lone white male, 40-50 years of age entered the bank during business hours, brandished a knife and demanded cash. The suspect fled with an undisclosed amount of money. A white older model sedan with a black roof was observed leaving the adjacent parking lot of Junction Elementary School with its lights off and driven in an erratic manner.
Through investigative leads, Michael Wanless was identified as a person of interest. Wanless was out on bail for the robbery of the Westwood Manor North Valley Bank in 2003. The weapon used in the robbery was also a knife. Through research of video surveillance from local businesses in the Palo Cedro area, Wanless was observed at a business 1/4 mile away, minutes before the robbery. Wanless was observed on video operating a vehicle similar to the one seen driving erratically after the robbery.
On 11/16/06, Wanless was discovered at a local motel in Redding. The vehicle believed to have been used in the robbery on 11/13/06 was found at the motel. A search incident to a search warrant was conducted and evidence related to the robbery was found in Wanless's vehicle. He was also in possession of a large sum of cash, possessed a knife similar to the one used in the robbery and appeared to be wearing the same pants observed in the bank video. Wanless was booked on drug charges from the contact at the motel on 11/16/06 and arrested on today's date for the robbery of the Tri Counties Bank in Palo Cedro.
DATE / TIME: November 16, 2006
CRIME / INCIDENT: Fatal Vehicle Accident
VICTIM: Deborah Lynn Criss
On November 16, 2006 at approximately 1034 hrs., a single vehicle accident occurrred. The vehicle was southbound on I-5 at O'Brien. A postmortem examination is tentatively scheduled for November 20, 2006.
The accident is currently under investigation by the California Highway Patrol.
DATE: November 8, 2006
INCIDENT: Traffic Collision
LOCATION: Shasta Dam Blvd. at Median Ave.
VICTIM: Nadine Schwanke
SUSPECT: Neil Eric Berg
On November 8, 2006 at approximately 0830 hrs., a postmortem examination was conducted on the decedent by Forensic Pathologist Dr. Susan Comfort. At the completion of the postmortem examination, Dr. Comfort did issue a cause of death as blunt force injuries.
DATE: November 7, 2006
INCIDENT: Traffic Collision
LOCATION: Shasta Dam Blvd. at Median Ave.
VICTIM: Nadine Schwanke
SUSPECT: Neil Eric Berg
On November 7, 2006 at approximately 0700 hrs., Nadine Schwanke was struck by a car. Schwanke was transported to Mercy Medical Center for treatment of her injuries. Schwanke died at 1750 hrs., in ICU. An autopsy is scheduled for November 8, 2006.
The accident is under investigation by the Shasta County Sheriff's Office City of Shasta Lake.
DATE: November 7, 2006
INCIDENT: Traffic Collision
LOCATION: Shasta Dam Blvd. at Median Ave.
VICTIM: Nadine Schwanke
SUSPECT: Neil Eric Berg
Nadine Schwanke was crossing Shasta Dam Blvd. southbound in the crosswalk at the intersection of Median Ave. when she was struck by a Blue 1983 Chevrolet Monte Carlo driven by Neil Berg. Berg was driving his vehicle eastbound on Shasta Dam Blvd.
Nadine Schwanke was taken to Mercy Medical Center in critical condition. The investigation is continuing.
DATE: November 2, 2006
INCIDENT: Shasta Lake Law Enforcement Vehicle
LOCATION: City of Shasta Lake
On 11/6/06 at 2:00 P.M. Sheriff Tom Bosenko, members of the Shasta Lake City Council and City Manager, Carol Martin will be meeting in front of the City of Shasta Lake fountain in order to reveal the first look at the new City of Shasta Lake Sheriff's patrol vehicle. This vehicle was purchased with asset forfeiture money from illegal drug sales that took place in the City of Shasta Lake. Please join us and get a first look at this crime fighting vehicle.
DATE: October 29, 2006
INCIDENT: Missing Person Search
LOCATION: Fenders Ferry Rd.
VICTIM: Ken Morrow, 88 yrs.
On 10/29/06 Ken Morrow age 88 and his wife Sarah age 87 went on a drive in the area of Fenders Ferry Rd., Susanville Canyon Chirp Chatter, near Chirp Chatter Campground. They became lost and followed a 4 wheel drive road out, to the end, near Fort Creek. Their vehicle became disabled and they had to spend the night. Ken Morrow attempted to walk out to get help. Sarah Morrow was located at approximately 0821 hrs., by a local fisherman. The search for Ken Morrow was launched at 1315 hrs. Ken Morrow was located by Search and Rescue Dirt Riders, Jeep Patrol and Man Trackers, approximately 7.1 miles from his disabled vehicle. Ken Morrow was found to be in excellent condition and returned home safely.
DATE: October 27, 2006
INCIDENT: Sewell Death Investigation
LOCATION: Rio and Mahan Streets, Redding
The autopsy for Rick James Sewell is scheduled for Tuesday October 31, 2006 at 0830 hrs.
DATE: October 23, 2006
INCIDENT: Body Found in Sacramento River
VICTIM: Marcelyn Woods, 61 yrs.
On 10/23/06 at approximately 0845 hrs., an autopsy was conducted by Forensic Pathologist, Dr. Susan Comfort. The cause of death will be listed as pending further studies releated to toxicological testing.
DATE: October 23, 2006
INCIDENT: Body Found in Sacramento River
VICTIM: Marcelyn Woods, 61 yrs.
On 10/22/06 at approximtely 1030 hrs., a body was found int he Sacramento River by a fisherman. The body was recovered approximately one quarter mile east of the Market Street Bridge on the north shoreline. The decedent was identified as Marcelyn Kath Woods. An autopsy is scheduled for 10/23/06
DATE: October 12, 2006
INCIDENT: Human remains
VICTIM: John Doe
On 10/18/06 a search in the area where the jaw bone was found Saturday was conducted by Sheriff's personnel today. Additional remains were found. Case pending identification of remains, notification of next of kin, and determining the cause of death.
Press Release
October 10, 2006
On 10/10/06 at the regular Shasta County Board of Supervisors meeting, the Asphalt Cowboys presented Sheriff Tom Bosenko with a donation of $4,000 to be used to assist the Sheriff's K-9 Program. Kit Hamblin, trustee for an estate, also brought forward a donation of $20,000 to be given to the Sheriff's K-9 Program. The Sheriff's K-9 Program will soon be losing two of their five dogs due to age and injury in addition to a third dog who retired earlier this year. The purchase and training of the dogs will take place over the next few months. The dogs will be trained and become proficient in officer protection, assists the officers in locating suspects, and narcotic detection, which helps the Sheriff's Office in their efforts in dealing with drug activity in the community. These donations will help with the purchase of replacement dogs and the cost associated with maintaining the K-9 program (vehicle and handler equipment, care, training, and veterinary expenses).
Additionally, Kit Hamblin, trustee for an estate, brought forward a $20,000 donation designated for the Sheriff's Office's Special Weapons and Tactical (SWAT) Team. The Sheriff's Office SWAT Team is in need of a variety of equipment and items to improve the previously donated SWAT van. These improvements would allow the van to operate independently in the field, as well as being utilized as a command post when needed. The equipment items include night vision scopes and goggles that improve the team's ability to operate more efficiently and safely during nighttime deployment.
DATE / TIME: October 6, 2006 1455 hrs.
CRIME / INCIDENT: Attempt Kidnapping/Child Abduction
LOCATION: Front St., City of Shasta Lake (near community center)
VICTIM: Male Juvenile, 8 yrs.
SUSPECT: WMA, thin build, 30's - 40's, short brown hair with partial balding, mustache, goatee, necklace with dollar sign emblem, dark t-shirt with "Tupac" caricature on front, blue jean pants, black shoes, "tyribal band" tattoo around left bicep, scar through eyebrow above right or left eye.
SUSPECT VEHICLE: 80's-90's Ford, possible model Crown Victoria 4 door sedan (square body style), faded red to maroon color with possible white roof, unk. license plate, tinted windows, unk. sticker in upper right corner or rear window.
On 10/06/06 at approximately 1455 hrs., an attempted abduction took place of an 8-year-old male on Front Street in the City of Shasta Lake. The responsible and his vehicle were last seen driving on Shasta Dam Blvd. in the direction of Interstate 5. The investigtion is ongoing at this time. The attached composite drawing depicts the responsible wearing the chain necklace and "Tupac" caricature shirt.
Anyone with information or knowledge as to the location of the responsible or his vehicle can call the Shasta County Sheriff's Office Records Dvision at 530-245-6025
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DATE / TIME: September 29, 2006
CRIME / INCIDENT: Resist Arrest, Felon in Poss. of Firearm, Felon in Poss. of Stolen Firearm, Possession of Concealed Weapon, Possession of Stolen Property, Violation of Parole
LOCATION: 15472 Wonderland Blvd.
VICTIM: State of California
SUSPECT: Roger Price, WMA, 33 yrs.
On 9/29/06 at approximately 2041 hrs., the Sheriff's Office received information that Price was at the above address. Price was wanted for a parole violation and leading CHP on a vehicle pursuit earlier this week. This office also gained information that Price was possibly armed with a handgun. Deputies and an RPD K-9 unit arrived at the residence, and were confronted by Price in the front yard. Price ran from deputies, but was taken into custody behind the residence after a short foot pursuit. Price was found to have an empty holster in his front waistband. A loaded small caliber handgun was found on the ground where Price was taken into custody. A check of the handgun revealed it was stolen (SCSO case 94-36171). The Sheriff's Office was assisted on this incident by a Redding Police K-9 unit and the Anderson Police Department.
DATE / TIME: September 28, 2006
CRIME / INCIDENT: Press Release
Shasta County Sheriff, Tom Bosenko, states that the administrative investigation of an incident on September 13, 2006, has been completed. A female inmate was placed in a cell with two male inmates by a female corrections officer.
This matter was determined to be an error in violation of policy but not intentional. The responsible employee no longer works for the county.
"Be assured officer, inmate and public safety is my highest priority."
Contact person: Tom Bosenko, Sheriff-Coroner 530-245-6165
DATE / TIME: September 23, 2006
CRIME / INCIDENT: Assault on Peace Officer
LOCATION: 30170 Hotsprings Rd. Big Bend
VICTIM(S): Dep. Jesse Gunsauls & Dep. Marc StClair
SUSPECT: Dan Christainsen, WMA, 62 yrs.
On 9/21/06 at approximately 2007 hrs., Deputies from the Burney Station responded to Hot Springs Road in Big Bend. Dan Christiansen reported, there were subjects on his property trying to shoot him. Deputies had responded to an assault earlier in the week, where Christiansen had been involved in an altercation with a tenant on his property. The other involved party was unable to be located. Christiansen continued to contact the Sheriff's Office stating the subjects were on his property. Deputies were unable to locate the subjects Christiansen stated that were on his property. Local residents stated the subjects Christiansen claimed were threatening him were never there and had moved off Christiansen's property.
When Deputies arrived at Christiansen's home at 2017 hrs., Christiansen shot several rounds from a shotgun towards them as they exited their vehicle. As the deputies retreated to the cover of their vehicle Christiansen acknowledge he knew they were law enforcement and continued to fire rounds in the deputies direction from his residence.
Sheriff's Hostage negotiator teams attempted to get Christiansen to communicate with them from Redding Police Departments Emergency Response Vehicle. After more than four hours of negotiation and more rounds being fired from Christiansen's residence, Christiansen was taken into custody by the Sheriff's SWAT Team after chemical agents forced him from his residence. Several weapons and items of evidence were collected from the residence.
Christiansen was booked into the Shasta County Jail for assault on a peace officer with a firearm.
DATE / TIME: September 22, 2006
CRIME / INCIDENT: Recognition by the Ca. ABC
LOCATION: Shasta County
On 9/22/06, the Shasta County Sheriff's Office received special recognition from the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control for participation in the State's Minor Decoy Program. Sergeant Foster of the Shasta County Sheriff's Office was also recongnized for his participation in the program as the lead investigator. Sgt. Foster was instrumental in the organization and implementation of 22 decoy operations in Shasta County. These operations took place over an 18 month period and consisted of 17 minor decoy operations and 5 shoulder tap operations. The grant cycle ran from October 2004 to June 2006. During this period, 211 premises were visited and 14 citations issued. This equates to a percentage of just over 6%, well below the state average of 15%. Businesses that turned away minors attempting to purchase alcohol and individuals who refused to purchase alcohol for minors during shoulder tap operations are to be commended for their diligence in preventing underage drinking.
DATE / TIME: September 18, 2006
CRIME / INCIDENT: Fatal Vehicle Accident
LOCATION: Churn Creek Rd., & Bodenhamer
VICTIM: Ivan Scott Sandhofner
On 9/18/06 at approximately 0201 hrs., a fatal vehicle accident occurred at Churn Creek Rd., and Bodenhamer Blvd. The decedent has been identified as Ivan Scott Sandhofner, 22 of Redding. The postmortem examination is tentatively set for September 19, 2006.
DATE / TIME: September 13, 2006
CRIME / INCIDENT: Sexual Assault
LOCATION: Shasta County Jail
The Shasta County Sheriff's Office in conjunction with the Redding Police Department is investigating a sexual assault that took place on the booking level of the Shasta County Jail. Jail staff became aware that a female arrestee had been inadvertently placed into an observation cell with two male arrestees. The error was discovered approximately 15 minutes later and the female was removed from the observation cell.
Upon talking to the female arrestee, it was discovered that while in the observation cell she was sexually assaulted by one of the male arrestees. A criminal investigation into the sexual assault is being conducted jointly by the Redding Police Department and the Shasta County Sheriff's Office. The Sheriff's Office is additionally conducting an Administrative Investigation into the incorrect cell assignment of the female prisoner with a male prisoner. For information regarding the investigation, please contact Capt. Dave Compomizzo. For information regarding Jail policies and procedures please contact Capt. Don VanBuskirk at 530-245-6123
DATE / TIME: September 13, 2006
CRIME / INCIDENT: Outside Agency Assist
LOCATION: Alpine County, California
SUSPECT: John Courtney Cole, WMAOn 9/10/06 Detectives from Alpine County Sheriff's Office asked for our assistance in locating an attempt murder suspect, John Cole who was believed to be hiding in the Shasta County area. Detectives from the Shasta County Sheriff's Office, Major Crimes Unit assisted Alpine County Sheriff's Office in locating John Cole. Cole was arrested on 9/13/06 in the early morning hours by Detectives from Alpine County Sheriff's Office along with the assistance of the Redding Police Department and the Shasta County Sheriff's Office, Patrol Division.
All inquiries can be answered by Detective Spencer Cole of the Alpine County Sheriff's Office at 530-694-2231.
DATE / TIME: September 12, 2006, 1200 hrs.
Coroner's Case #: C06-1051, C06-1052
Incident: Homicide / Suicide
Victim: Debra Grace Dean 55 year old Shasta Lake Resident; Robert Lynn Dean Sr. 63 year old Shasta Lake Resident.SYNOPSIS: On September 12, 2006 postmortem examinations were conducted on both Debra Dean and Robert Dean Sr., by Forensic Pathologist, Dr. Susan Comfort. The cause of death for Debra Dean was a rifle wound of head and the cause of death for Robert Dean was an intraoral shotgun wound of the head.
DATE / TIME: September 11, 2006, 1400 hours
Coroner's Case #: C06-1051, C06-1052
Incident: Homicide / Suicide
Victim: Debra Grace Dean 55 year old Shasta Lake Resident; Robert Lynn Dean Sr. 63 year old Shasta Lake Resident.SYNOPSIS: On Monday, September 11, 2006 Debra and Robert Dean were found deceased in their home in Shasta Lake. Debra's death appears to be a homicide and Robert's death appears to be a suicide. The case is currently under investigation by the Major Crimes Unit of the Shasta County Sheriff's Office. A postmortem examination is tentatively scheduled for Tuesday, September 12, 2006.
DATE / TIME: September 11, 2006
CRIME / INCIDENT: Death/Homicide
LOCATION: 2103 Ashby Rd, City of Shasta Lake
VICTIM(S): Names not released - Pending notification of next of kin.White Male,63 years of age/White Female,55 years of age
At approximately 0320 hours today's date, SHASCOM Dispatch received a call from the son of the male victim who left a suicide threat. The son resides in Southern California and indicated that a few hours earlier, the male victim had left a phone message at the son's residence indicating the intent to end the life of he and his wife.
Sheriff's Deputies responded to the victim's residence at 2103 Ashby Road and found it secured. Officers could get no response from inside the residence. Upon forcing their way inside, Deputies discovered the body of a female and male in the residence. The bodies were found in separate rooms. Both appeared to be the victim of gunshot wounds.
It appears no one else resided in the residence. This case appears to be a possible homicide/suicide, however investigators want to make sure that the deaths are not the result of foul play.
DATE / TIME: September 8, 2006
CRIME / INCIDENT: Accident
LOCATION: Oak Run
VICTIM: Gene Pease
On 9/8/06 at approximately 1027 hrs., Gene Pease died in a unwitnessed tractor accident. The autopsy is set for Monday September 11, 2006.
DATE / TIME: September 7, 2006
CRIME / INCIDENT: Water Rescue
LOCATION: ACID Canal
VICTIM: Christopher Nicholson, WMA, 21 yrs.
On 9/6/06 at approximately 1836 hrs., Deputies Brian Jackson and Rob Sandbloom received a call of a victim in the ACID Canal. Deputies located Christopher Nicholson clinging to the Bridge at Lloyd Lane.
It was obvious to the deputies that Nicholson was in imminent danger of drowning. The victim was barely hanging on and exhausted. With total disregard for their own safety, Deputy Dandbloom scrambled down the bank to grab hold of Nicholson. With the assistance of Deputy Jackson, they were able to pull Nicholson to safety.
Nicholson was intoxicated and was subsequently arrested for public intoxication and booked into the Shasta County Jail.
DATE / TIME: August 31, 2006
CRIME / INCIDENT: Residential Prowler
LOCATION: First St. & Dovie Ln. Cottonwood
SUSPECT: WM, late teens early 20's short or shaved hair, 5'7" to 5'11", thin to medium build
On 8/20/06, during the morning hours, two incidents of a prowler were reported to the Sheriff's Office in the Cottonwood area. One incident occurred at approximately 0020 hours in which a male, asleep in bed was awakened by a prowler in his bedroom. The prowler fled the residence. In a separate incident at 0500 hours, a female sleeper was awakened in her bedroom by a prowler, matching the description from the first incident. The prowler had attempted to remove the covers from the sleeping female while in bed. The prowler fled upon the female waking up, in both cases the prowler entered the residence through unlocked rear doors. Dovie Lane and First St. are one block away from each other. It is believed the same person is responsible for both incidents. Northing was reported missing from either residence. Residents are being advised to secure their residences at night and to report any suspicious subject to law enforcement.
Recently similar incidents have occurred in the City of Anderson, with a suspect matching the description of the Cottonwood Crimes.
Anyone with information regarding the identity of the responsible should contact SHASCOM Dispatch at 530-245-6540. The below sketch of the suspect has been released in this case.
DATE / TIME: August 30, 2006
CRIME / INCIDENT: Marijuana Eradication
LOCATION: Shasta County
VICTIM: State of California
Between August 28, 2006 and August 30, 2006 the Shasta County Sheriff's Office, Marijuana Eradication Team with assistance from the Shasta County Sheriff 's Office Special Weapons and Tactics Team (SWAT) and the California Department of Justice Campaign Against Marijuana Planting (CAMP) conducted marijuana eradication operations in the Fenders Ferry Road and Rainbow Lake areas of Shasta County.
In the Fenders Ferry Road area a total of 18,591 marijuana plants were eradicated. In the Rainbow Lake area a total of 21,704 marijuana plants were eradicated. Camps were located in both areas indicating the various grows to be associated with the Mexican National Drug Cartel activity. The grows in the Fenders Ferry Road area were on U.S. Forest Service land. The grows in the Rainbow Lake area were on private timber company land.
These three days of operations bring the year to date total for the Shasta County Sheriff's Office Marijuana Eradication Team to over 240,000 marijuana plants eradicated. If allowed to grow to full maturity these plants would have a street value of over $720,000,000.00.
If you have any questions or need further information contact, Sgt. Todd Larson at 722-9161
DATE / TIME: August 29, 2006
CRIME / INCIDENT: Missing Person at Risk
LOCATION: Sims Flat Campground
VICTIM: David Clark Knowles
On 8/17/06, David Knowles drove to the Sims Flat Campground from his home in Orland, California. Knowles met two of his friends at this campground. At dusk Knowles left the campsite to use one of the restroom facilities. Knowles left his vehicle and personal belongings behind. Knowles has not been seen or heard from since leaving to use the restroom. A missing person report was filed and an investigation began. Several witnesses and family members have been contacted as part of this ongoing investigation. A search was conducted of the campground and surrounding areas on 8/23/06 and 8/28/06 using search crews as well as search canines. Divers were used in the Sacramento River. To this date no investigative leads have developed. Anyone with information or knowledge of Knowle's location is requested to contact the Sheriff's Investigation Unit at 530-245-6135 or Sheriff's Records at 530-245-6025. Family members of David Knowles have offered a $500.00 reward for any information leading to the location of David Knowles.
DATE / TIME: August 29, 2006
CRIME / INCIDENT: Victim Identification
VICTIM: Ashlee Irene Rodrigues, 22 yrs.
On 8/29/06, a postmortem examination was conducted on the decedent, cause of death was determined to be consistent with drowning. No trauma was noted on the decedent. The decedent was identified as Ashlee Irene Rodrigues. Toxicological testing will be conducted.
DATE / TIME: August 28, 2006
CRIME / INCIDENT: Victim Recovery
LOCATION: Eastside of Slaughterhouse Island
VICTIM: White Female Adult
On 8/28/06, at approximately 0700 hrs., Shasta County Boating Safety Office was notified that a body had been located in the water near Slaughterhouse Island by a passing boater. The subject is believed to be the victim of the boating accident that occurred on July 14, 2006. The body was recovered and released to the Shasta County Coroner's Office.
Victim identification is pending.
DATE / TIME: August 25, 2006
CRIME / INCIDENT: Industrial Accident
VICTIM: Larry Scott Franck, 35 yrs.
On 8/25/06, at approximately 1525 hrs., the Shasta County Coroner's Office was advised of an industrial death. The subject, an employee of American Concrete Pumping, apparently got caught in a conveyor belt. The subject was transported to Mercy Medical Center where he was pronounced dead at 1407 hrs. A post mortem examination is scheduled for Monday August 28, 2006.
The accident is currently under investigation
DATE / TIME: August 23, 2006
CRIME / INCIDENT: Missing Person
LOCATION: Simms Flat Campground
VICTIM: David Clark Knowles, WMA, 43 yrs.
On 8/17/06, David Knowles drove to the Simms Flat Campground above Lakehead off I-5 to meet friends who were staying at the campground. Knowles was going to stay at the campground for the weekend. During the evening hours on the 17th, Knowles walked away from the campsite to use the restroom facilities. Knowles never returned. His vehicle and personal effects were left behind. Friends from the Willows area came to the campground and attempted to locate Knowles on 8/19/06 after hearing that he was missing. Knowles belongings, which included his vehicle, were taken back to Willows area by his fiancee on 8/19/06. The Sheriff's Office was notified on the evening of the 19th of Knowle's disappearance. Knowles was last seen wearing plaid shorts, black tank top and unknown color baseball style cap. He is described as a white male, 43 yrs., of age, 5' 7", 170 lbs, green eyes and bald. He has a scar from an open heart surgery on his chest. The Sheriff's Office is presently attempting to locate witnesses and those who were last with Knowles in an attempt to determine the circumstances surrounding his disappearance. On today's date, Sheriff's Search and Rescue Personnel to include K-9 and Trackers are back in the area of the campground searching for Knowles. Anyone with information or knowledge of Knowle's location is requested to contact the Sheriff's Investigation Unit at 530-245-6135 or Sheriff's records at 530-245-6025.
DATE / TIME: August 20, 2006
CRIME / INCIDENT: Residential Prowler
LOCATION: First St. & Dovie Ln. Cottonwood
SUSPECT: WMA, 20's. shaved head, blu jean shorts, unk height and weight
On 8/20/06, during the morning hours, two incidents of a prowler were reported to the Sheriff's Office in the Cottonwood area. One incident occurred at approximately 0020 hours in which a male, asleep in bed was awakened by a prowler in his bedroom. The prowler fled the residence. In a seperate incident at 0500 hours, a female sleeper was awakened in her bedroom by a prowler matching the description from the first incident. The prowler had attempted to remove the covers from the sleeping female while in bed. The prowler fled upon the female waking up. In both cases the prowler entered the residence through unlocked rear doors. Dovie Lane and First St. are one block away. It is believed the same person is responsible for both incidents. Northing was reported missing from either residence. Residents are being advised to secure their residences at night and to report any suspicious subjects to law enforcement. Anyone with information regarding the identity of the responsible should contact SHASCOM Dispatch at 530-245-6540.
DATE / TIME: August 17, 2006
Sheriff-Coroner Tom Bosenko has selected Lieutenant Gregory Wrigley to be his Undersheriff. This selection comes one week after he was appointed to the office. Sheriff Bosenko solicited applications from within the ranks of the Sheriff's Office. Three command personnel applied for the position - Captain Dave Dean, Captain Don VanBuskirk and Lieutenant Greg Wrigley. A review of applications, written products and files was conducted. The decision process was challenging. All applicants are qualified and bring individual strengths to the position. Sheriff Bosenko looked for the best fit for the organization, the county, and working relationship with him as Sheriff-Coroner. This is an exciting time for the Sheriff's Office to move to new levels of progressive, professional law enforcement and delivery of services to our communities and citizens.
Sheriff Bosenko will seek to have the position filled quickly to provide transitional time with Undersheriff Larry Schaller. Undersheriff Schaller will be retiring by the year's end.
Larry Schaller has served the best interest of the Sheriff's Office, the county, and the citizens of Shasta County for the past 16 years. During the past eight months, Undersheriff Schaller has been the Acting Sheriff. He has carried out the responsibilities of Sheriff in a professional manner and provided and atmosphere for a smooth and seamless transition to Sheriff Bosenko.
Greg Wrigley has over 26 years of law enforcement experience. He is currently the commander of the Burney Station, which is the largest geographical station in the Sheriff's Office. He has served as the commander of the SWAT team for the past 5 1/2 years. He served on the transition team for the main jail that opened in 1984, as a firearms instructor, baton instructor, dive team member, K-9 officer, and self-defense instructor. Greg Wrigley has an AA degree from the Los Angeles College (in 1978), graduated from the National Park Service Academy in 1979 and POST (Peace Officer Standards and Training) Academy in 1980. Most recently he graduated from the FBI National Academy in 2003.
Greg has also been involved with the Sheriff's Office Citizens Patrol and Citizens Patrol Academy, chairman of the Sheriff's Office Community Oriented Policing and Problem Solving Committee, project director and author of the Community Safety Plan, and author of the current Patrol Standards for the department.
Greg is a firm believer that law enforcement officers should be involved in the communities they serve. As such, he is a member of Burney Rotary, the Sheriff's Office Eastern Flying Posse, the Intermountain Action Growth and Education Group (IMAGE), the Intermountain Area Domestic Violence Coordinating Council and more. He has been married to his wife, Jodi, for 23 years and has one son, Kevin. Greg enjoys flying his single engine plane, fly fishing, motorcycle riding and community involvement.
DATE / TIME: August 16, 2006
CRIME / INCIDENT: Motor Cycle Accident
LOCATION: Hilltop Dr.
VICTIM(S): Joshua Thomas Ross, 22 yrs
On 8/16/06, at approximately 0204 hrs., a motor cycle accident was reported to the Redding Police Department. The accident occurred on Hilltop when he struck a tree. The subject died at the scene. A post mortem examination is tentatively scheduled later today. The accident is under investigation by the Redding Police Department.
DATE / TIME: August 10, 2006
CRIME / INCIDENT: Missing Juvenile
LOCATION: Burney
VICTIM(S): Danel Brumbaugh
On 8/10/06, the Shasta County Sheriff's Office in Burney was notified of a missing three year old female, that walked away from her residence in the morning hours. Deputies from the Shasta County Sheriff's in Burney, California Highway Patrol Officers in Burney, and the Burney Fire Department volunteers started a search of the area.
The search escalated and the Shasta County Sheriff's Office overhead team was called in to coordinate a large scale search. Additional resources were called in to assist, which included the following: The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection crews, a CDF Helicopter, the Shasta County Sheriff's Office Search and Rescue Volunteers, the Shasta County Sheriff's SWAT team, and the Burney Citizens Volunteer Patrol. The total number of searchers was approximately 100, including volunteers from the town of Burney.
The total effort resulted in the return of the victim, Danel Brumbaugh, to her mother at approximately 1900 hrs.
DATE / TIME: August 3, 2006
CRIME / INCIDENT: Burglary/Vandalism
LOCATION: Montgomery Creek
VICTIM(S): Montgomery Creek School &
Halcumb Cemetery District
SUSPECT(S): #1 WMJ, 14 yrs.,
#2 WMJ, 15 yrs.,
On 8/3/06 at approximately 0800 hrs., employees of the Montgomery Creek School District arrived at work and found that the school had several classroom broken into, to include the computer room and offices that had been vandalized and ransacked. Approximately 25-30 computers were destroyed or damaged with spray paint and fire extinguisher powder. There were also numerous windows broken inside the building and spray paint on most of the interior walls. An early estimate of the damages will be in excess of $60,000.00. The primary deputy, Deputy Cary Erickson was able to determine the point of entry and that the suspects had cut themselves while climbing through a broken window. After consolidating the information gathered at the scene and comparing it with possible suspects, Deputies attempted to contact one of the responsibles on Hillcrest Dr. An occupant at the residence advised the suspect was not there, a relative had taken him to the Hill Country Clinic in Round Mountain to get a cut to his hand repaired. Both responsibles were located at the clinic and taken into custody without incident. Once confronted with the evidence, both juveniles admitted to breaking into the school and vandalizing it as well as the Halcumb Cemetery.
Both juveniles were booked into the Shasta County Juvenile Detention Facility for burglary and vandalism.
DATE / TIME: July 31, 2006
CRIME / INCIDENT: Victim Recovery
LOCATION: Potter Creek, Shasta Lake
VICTIM: White Male Adult
On 7/31/06 at 1235 hrs., Shasta County Boating Safety Office was notified that a body had been located near Potter Creek by a passing boater. The subject is believed to be the victim of the boating accident that occurred on May 1, 2006. The body was recovered and released to the Shasta County Coroner's Office.
Victim identification is pending.
DATE / TIME: July 25, 2006
CRIME / INCIDENT: Missing Person
LOCATION: Slaughterhouse Island
VICTIM: Ashlee Rodriguez DOB: 9/27/83
On 7/25/06 at 0700 hours the Shasta County Sheriff's Office Dive Team resumed their dive efforts on the east side of Slaughterhouse Island. The dive team utilized an underwater camera to assist in their search efforts. The search continued for over twelve hours with negative results.
Any further search efforts have been suspended at this time.
DATE / TIME: July 24, 2006
CRIME / INCIDENT: Missing Person
LOCATION: Slaughterhouse Island
VICTIM: Ashlee Rodriguez DOB: 9/27/83
On 7/24/06 at 0700 hours cadaver dogs obtained through the Office of Emergency Services, OES, from the Shasta and Butte County areas returned to the east side of Slaughterhouse Island. This was the second time the cadaver dogs were utilized. The dogs located an area of interest in close proximity to the area they had originally searched.
On 7/25/06 at 0700 hrs., the Shasta County Sheriff's Office Dive Team will return to the area and resume their dive efforts. The dive team will use the underwater camera to assist in their search.
Mid-Year Report Jan.-June 2006
Crime 2006 2005 % chg
Homicide 7 1 + 600%
Rape 7 15 -53%
Robbery 6 5 +20%
Agg.Assault 96 114 -16%
Total 116 135 -14%
Assaults 192 251 -24%
Dom.Vio. 115 140 -18%
Total 423 526 -20%
Arson 3 14 -79%
Burglary 204 216 -6%
Auto Theft 41 23 +78%
Larceny 214 352 -39%
Total 462 605 -24%
DATE / TIME: July 21, 2006
CRIME / INCIDENT: Fatal Gunshot Wound
LOCATION: 3803 Woodlawn St. Redding
VICTIM: Corinne Annette Sewell, 47 yrs.
A post mortem examination conducted today reveled Sewell died from a single gunshot wound. For further information regarding the investigation contact the Redding Police Department at 530-225-4200
DATE / TIME: July 21, 2006
CRIME / INCIDENT: Rape / Elder Abuse
LOCATION: City of Shasta Lake
VICTIM: Female Adult
SUSPECT: Kenneth Hudson Jennings
On 7/21/06 at approximately 1730 hrs., the Shasta County Sheriff's Office received a 911 call from a reisdence in the City of Shasta Lake. The caller reported that a sexual assault had just occurred with the suspect still on scene. Deputies from the Sheriff's Office, along with a Major Crimes Detective, responded and located the victim and the suspect inside of the residence. Kenneth Jennings was arrested for the above listed charges. Jennings provided a statement to Detective and was later booked into the Shasta County Jail.
DATE / TIME: July 19, 2006
CRIME / INCIDENT: Missing Person
LOCATION: Slaughterhouse Island
VICTIM: Ashlee Rodriguez DOB: 9/27/83
On 7/19/06 at 0700 hours the Shasta County Sheriff's Office Dive team resumed their dive efforts on the east side of Slaughterhouse Island. The dive team utilized an underwater camera and sonar units to assist in their search efforts. The search continued for over twelve hours with negative results.
The search is once again suspended at this time pending further evidence of Ashlee's whereabouts.
DATE / TIME: July 18, 2006
CRIME / INCIDENT: Missing Person
LOCATION: Slaughterhouse Island
VICTIM: Ashlee Rodriguez DOB: 9/27/83
On 7/18/06 at 0700 hours the Shasta County Sheriff's Office Boating Safety Unit will continue their search for Ashlee Rodriguez. Deputies will use three trained cadaver search dogs, obtained through Office of Emergency Services (OES). These dogs will hopefully help narrow the search and provide a more acurate location of the missing person. Regardless of that outcome, continued dive efforts are planned for Wednesday 7/19/06 utilizing divers and other underwater detection equipment.
DATE / TIME: July 16, 2006
CRIME / INCIDENT: Missing Person
LOCATION: Slaughterhouse Island
VICTIM: Ashlee Rodriguez DOB: 9/27/83
Effective 7/16/06 at 1600 hours the search for Ashlee Rodriquez was supended. Shasta County Sheriff's Office dive team conducted a search of the area with negative results.
DATE / TIME: July 14, 2006
CRIME / INCIDENT: Missing Person
LOCATION: Slaughterhouse Island
VICTIM: Ashlee Rodriguez DOB: 9/27/83
The search for Ashlee Rodriguez is ongoing. Search efforts will be suspended at approximately 1700 hours today and resume at 0800 hours on 7/15/2006. The Sheriff's office dive team will continue to use divers to search the water as well as the remotely operated vessel (ROV). The ROV will allow searchers to explore deeper waters and remain under water for longer periods of time. The Rodriguez family has been notified and subsequently responded to the Redding area.
DATE / TIME: July 14, 2006
CRIME / INCIDENT: Missing Person
LOCATION: Slaughterhouse Island
VICTIM: Ashlee Rodriguez DOB: 9/27/83
On July 14, 2006 at approximately 2310 hours, the missing person was riding as a passenger in a ski boat and fell into the water from the bow of the boat. The boat was traveling southbound in the Sacramento River arm of Shasta Lake and was on the east side of Slaughterhouse Island when Ashlee, who was sitting in the bow of the boat, suddenly fell over the right side and into the water. The remaining occupants of the boat conducted an area search and were unable to locate her. The Sheriff's Office and Fire Department were notified and responded to the area to search for the victim. A search of the water and the shore of Slaughterhouse Island was conducted with negative results.
Starting Saturday morning July 15, 2006, CHP Air-14 was utilized to search Slaughterhouse Isalnd and the waters to the east. The Shasta County Sheriff's Office Dive Team responded and will continue to search throughout the day.
The investigation is ongoing at this time.
DATE / TIME: July 13, 2006
CRIME / INCIDENT: Marijuana Eradication
LOCATION: Curl Ridge, Salt Creek Mt.
VICTIM: State of California
On July 10, 11, and 12 of 2006 the Shasta County Sheriff's Office Marijuana Eradication Team (MET) along with the assistance of the Shasta County Sheriff's Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) Team, North State Initiative California Multi-Jurisdictional Methamphetamine Enforcement Team (NSI CAL-MMET), Redding Police Department Special Weapons and Tactics Team, Shasta Interagency Narcotic Task Force (SINTF, United States Forest Service (USFS), State of California Bureau of Narcotic Enforcement (BNE), California Department of Justice Campaign Against Marijuana Planting (CAMP) and the California National Guard conducted a large scale marijuana eradication operation in the above listed area of Shasta County.
A total of 29,617 marijuana plants were eradicated. At this time of the marijuana growing season the plants were still in a immature state. If the marijuana plants had reached maturity it would have had an estimated street value of $118,500,000.00.
DATE / TIME: July 9, 2006
CRIME / INCIDENT: Fatal Vehicle Accident
LOCATION: Buckhorn Summit
VICTIM: Billy Wayne Williams
On July 9, 2006 at approximately 1004 hrs., a vehicle accident was reported to the California Highway Patrol. The accident occurred just east of Buckhorn Summit. The decedent was riding a motorcycle westbound when an eastbound vehicle struck the motorcycle.
A post mortem examination is scheduled for 7/10/06. The accident is being investigated by the California Highway Patrol.
DATE / TIME: July 5, 2006
CRIME / INCIDENT: Rape and Kidnap
LOCATION: Clear Creek
VICTIM: Confidential
SUSPECT: Unidentified
A color composite sketch of the suspect is now available, by email for distribution/posting. Please contact Detective Gardner and provide you name/ news agency and email address to receive a copy of the color composite sketch.
This case is under active investigation and anyone with information is encouraged to contact the Shasta County Sheriff's Office.
DATE / TIME: July 5, 2006
CRIME / INCIDENT: Fatal Vehicle Accident
VICTIM: Trevor James McSweeney, 21 yrs.
On July 5, 2006 at approximately 0230 hrs., a single vehicle accident occurred on Deschutes Road north of Rustic Oak Lane. The single vehicle accident occurred when the Toyota Tacoma truck drifted off the roadway and struck a tree. The driver of the vehicle died on impact. The accident is being investigated by the California Highway Patrol.
DATE / TIME: June 30, 2006
CRIME / INCIDENT: S.A.G.E.
LOCATION: Burney Inter-mountain area
On 6/30/06 between 1400 and 2000 hrs., members of the Shasta Anti-Gang Enforcement (S.A.G.E.) unit conducted an operation in and around the Burney and Inter-mountain area. During this operation 45 persons were contacted, 19 searches were done, and 4 arrests were made. S.A.G.E. is made up of a variety of local, state and federal agencies dedicated to reduction of gang activity in our county. The continued support from both Law Enforcement heads, and the community has made this a successful unit. Tonight several subjects were arrested. Several contacts and searches revealed a significant amount of intelligence regarding some local gang activity. Media has an open invitation to come and ride-a-long during any S.A.G.E. operation. If you any questions please contact Captain Tom Bosenko or Sergeant Jeff Foster.
DATE / TIME: June 30, 2006
CRIME / INCIDENT: Assault / Stolen Vehicle
LOCATION: Sunrise Dr., Mt. Gate
VICTIM: WFA, 44 yrs.
SUSPECT: Kennth Patcik Linn, 22 yrs.
April Dawn Short, 23 yrs.
Tiffany Lee Ford, 23 yrs.
On 6/30/06 in the evening hours Sheriff's Investigators arrested two subjects who were contacted in relationship to this investigation. Those two subject were Kenneth Linn and April Short. Kenneth Linn was discovered driving the victim's vehicle and arrested for the possession of the stolen vehicle and parole violations. April Short was contacted in relation to information found inside the victim's vehicle. April Short was contacted at a residence in the City of Redding and taken into custody on outstanding warrants. In a subsequent interview with April Short she implicated herself and a third suspect, Tiffany Ford.
Investigators are still unsure of Kenneth Linn's involvement with the actual assault. A B.O.L.O. was initiated for Tiffany Ford who was found shoplifting at Macy's in Redding during the evening hours of 6/30/06. She was taken into custody and implicated herself in the assault and vehicle theft. All three subjects are presently housed at the Shasta County Jail.
DATE / TIME: June 29, 2006
CRIME / INCIDENT: Rape, Kidnapping
LOCATION: Clear Creek near Clear Creek Rd.
VICTIM: Confidential 23 yrs., old female
SUSPECT: WMA, tall w/bln hair, grn eyes, NFI
On 6/29/06 at approximately 1908 hrs. the California Highway Patrol was contacted by the victim in the area of Westwood Village and Circle K mini mart. The victim told CHP she had been kidnapped the night before and sexually assaulted near Clear Creek. Deputies from the Sheriff's Office arrived on scene and began an investigation of the incident. The victim told deputies she was abducted by an unknown white male somewhere on Happy Valley Road. This occurred at an unknown time last night. The male drove the victim in her vehicle to the area of Clear Creek Road near several popular swimming areas. At some point the male knocked the victim unconscious and she was tied up. The victim was then sexually assaulted by the male near the creek area. The victim was tied up in the area of the creek most of the day before she was able to get free. The victim contacted a citizen on Clear Creek Road, who gave her a ride to the Circle K mini mart. CHP was on scene on an unrelated matter and was contacted by the victim. The area of Clear Creek was checked for the suspect with negative results. Evidence of the assault was recovered at the scene, but further information will be kept confidential due to the on going investigation. The victim was transported to Redding Medical Center for minor injuries. The Major Crimes Unit will be conducting further investigation on this case.
DATE / TIME: June 29, 2006
CRIME / INCIDENT: Death/Suicide
LOCATION: Shasta County Jail
VICTIM: Robert Alfred Ybarra, 51 yrs.
On 6/29/06 at approximately 0840 hrs., Forensic Pathologist, Dr. Susan Comfort conducted a post mortem examination on the decedent. Dr. Comfort issued a cause of death of hanging. Present during the post mortem examination were representatives from the Redding Police Department, Shasta County Distrit Attorney's Office and the Shasta County Grand jury.
DATE / TIME: June 28, 2006
CRIME / INCIDENT: Death/Suicide
LOCATION: Shasta County Jail
VICTIM: Robert Alfred Ybarra, 51 yrs.
On 6/28/06 at approximately 0950 hrs. Ybarra was found hanging in his cell at the shasta County Jail on West St., in the City of Redding. The Redding Police Department and the Shasta County District Attorney's Office are investigating the incident. An autopsy is scheduled for June 29, 2006.
DATE / TIME: June 28, 2006
CRIME / INCIDENT: Marijuana Eradication
LOCATION: Shasta County
VICTIM: State of California
On 6/28/06 at approximately 0700 hrs., the Shasta County Sheriff's Office Marijuana Eradication Team (MET) in a joint operation with Shasta County Sheriff's Office Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) Team, North State Initiative California Multi-Jurisdictional Methamphetamine Enforcement Team (NSI CAL-MMET), National Parks Service (NPS), Bureau of Narcotic Enforcement (BNE), and the California Department of Fish and Game conducted a marijuana eradication operation in the Winnibulli Mountain area of Shasta County. This is a very remote region of Shasta County in the Fenders Ferry Road area.
This area consisted of a large marijuana garden complex encompassing numerous ridges. A total of 11,243 marijuana plants were eradicated. The operation was concluded at approximately 1630 hrs., on today's date.
DATE / TIME: June 20, 2006
CRIME / INCIDENT: Marijuana Eradication
LOCATION: Clear Creek Restoration Area
VICTIM: State of California
On 6/20/06 at approximately 1100 hrs., members of the Shasta County Sheriff's Office Marijuana Eradication Team (MET) along with Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Special Agent Burns, conducted a marijuana eradication operation in the Clear Creek Restoration Area off of Clear Creek Road.
While conducting surveillance and continuous monitoring of the area a marijuana cultivation was located. The marijuana plants were eradicated and destroyed. No suspects were located.
DATE / TIME: June 20, 2006
CRIME / INCIDENT: Marijuana Eradication
LOCATION: Shasta County
VICTIM: State of California
On 6/20/06 at approximately 0700 hours the Shasta County Sheriff's Office Marijuana Eradication Team (MET) in a joint operation with Shasta County Sheriff's Office Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) Team, North State Initiative California Multi-Jurisdictional Methamphetamine Enforcement Team (NSI CAL-MMET), Shasta Interagency Narcotic Task Force (SINTF), National Parks Service (NPS), Bureau of Land Management (BLM), Burequ of Narcotic Enforcement (BNE), Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) and the Calfiornia Department of Fish and Game conducted a marijuana eradication operation near Shasta Dam.
A total of seven garden sites were eradicated with a total of 15, 648 marijuana plants. The operation was concluded at approximately 1730 hrs., today's date.
DATE / TIME: June 17, 2006
CRIME / INCIDENT: Burglary
LOCATION: 20265 Tamarack Ave.
VICTIM: Pit River Casino
SUSPECT(S): Hishkama Wilson, 32 yrs.
Warren Michael Walker, 33 yrs.
Christina Marie Shepard 29 yrs.,
On 6/17/06, Investigators from the Burney substation and the Major Crimes Unit arrested Christina Shepard for her involvement in the commercial burglary of the Pit River Casino.
The Investigation is continuing.
DATE / TIME: June 16, 2006
CRIME / INCIDENT: Burglary
LOCATION: 20265 Tamarack Ave.
VICTIM: Pit River Casino
SUSPECT(S): Hishkama Wilson, 32 yrs.
Warren Michael Walker, 33 yrs.
On 6/4/06, Sheriff's Investigators received information from a witness that identified Warren Walker as a suspect in this case. Walker was contacted at this residence in Burney wherein a search was conducted of his residence. Several thousand dollars believed to have been taken in this theft was located in Walker's residence during the search. Walker was interviewed regarding his involvement in this case and implicated himself as the male observed on surveillance footage of the casino burglary on 5/29/06.
Investigators returned to the Burney area 6/16/06 and discovered a large portion of the money believed to have been taken during the burglary. The investigation is continuing and Investigators are attempting to identify other responsibles including the female observed in surveillance footage.
DATE / TIME: June 12, 1225
CRIME / INCIDENT: Obstructing an Officer
LOCATION: Pine Grove at Virginia Ave.
VICTIM: State of California
SUSPECT(S): Christopher Lara, WMA, 46 yrs.
On 6/12/06 at approximately 1225 hrs., deputies with the Shasta County Sheriff's Office responded to the intersection of Virginia Ave. and Pine Grove in the City of Shasta Lake. This was in regards to a report to SHASCOM of an individual standing near a motorcycle and acting suspiciously. This individual was reported to be yelling incoherently with no one else around. Deputy Ray Highes arrived and made contact with the individual, later identified as Christopher Lara. During this initial contact, Larra appeared to be under the infuence of a controlled substance and was incoherent. Deputy Hughes attempted to search Lara for weapons during which Lara fled on foot south on Virginia Avenue.
Responding officers arrived in the area and began searching for Lara. Within minutes, Lara was located at the front door of a residence on Marilyn Avenue, just east of where he had fled. Lara was approached by Sgt. Sheila Ashmum who attempted to gain compliance from Lara and take him into custody. Lara jumpted a chain link fence at which time Sgt. Ashmun deployed her taser, striking Lara through the chain link fence. During this time, Lara began showing sings of distress and in need of medical attention. Medical assistsance was summoned and Lara's condition continued to decline. Lara was taken to Mercy Hospital by LSU where he is showing signs of improvement. He is presently at Mercy Hosptial.
DATE / TIME: June 8, 2006
CRIME / INCIDENT: Burglary
LOCATION: 20265 Tamarack Ave. Burney
VICTIM: Pit River Casino
SUSPECT(S): Hishkama Wilson (in custody)
Suspect #2: male, med. height, thin to med. build
Suspect #3: female, short to med. height, med to heavy build
Sheriff's Investigators are continuing to investigate the burglary that occurred at the Pit River Casino in Burney on 5/29/06. Video surveillance equipment in the Casino captured images of two of the suspect that have not been identified. Both of these subject had made efforts to disguise themselves and conceal their faces. In watching surveillance video, one of the subject is believed to be female and the other male. The male's face is covered with a mask/hood that depicts skull and crossbones on the front of it. The female is wearing a face mask/covering with only eyeholes and has the hood from her shirt pulled over her head. The Sheriff's Office is releasing a set of still photos captured from the surveillance video and is asking for the publics assistance in trying to identify these individuals. Anyone with information can call the Sheriff's Office Records Unit at 530-245-6025 or Secret Witness at 530-243-2319. There is a reward posted through Secret Witness of up to $10,000.00 for persons providing information that aids in this investigation. For copies of the photos, please contact Capt. Dave Compomizzo at the Sheriff's Major Crimes Unit in Redding during business hours at 530-245-6004 or pager 229-6199.
DATE / TIME: June 3, 2006
CRIME / INCIDENT: Missing Hiker
LOCATION: Pacific Crest Trail, Burney
VICTIM: Jane Hedve Brenenstahl, WFA, 7/23/57
On 6/3/06 at approximately 1245 hrs., Jane was located by a Sierra Pacific Industries employee who was assisting in the search. Jane was located on a dirt road outisde of Big Bend. Jane had become lost during her hike while attempting to stay below the snow line. She followed dirt roads and drainages for several days and finally located fresh tire tracks. She followed the tire tracks and was ultimately found by the SPI employee.
When Jane was located she was in good spirits and was metally and physically in good condition.
The Shasta County Sheriff's Office would like to thank all of those involved with this search and our specail thanks to all of the search and rescure volunteers from Shasta and Siskiyou Counties.
DATE / TIME: June 3, 2006
CRIME / INCIDENT: Missing Hiker
LOCATION: Pacific Crest Trail, Burney
VICTIM: Jane Hedve Brenenstahl, WFA, 7/23/57
The search for the missing hiker on the Pacific Crest Trail is continuing. The Shasta County Sheriff's Office in conjunction with the Siskiyou County Sheriff's Office, the California Highway Patrol, the Army National Guard, the U.S.Forest Service is continuing the search effort with the use of helicopters, canines, motorcycles, quads, jeeps, horses and search and rescue personnel from both Shasta and Siskiyou Counties.
Search and rescue mutal aid has been requested through the California Office of Emergency Services. The search began on June 1, 2006 and has been a twenty-four hour operation since that time. Searchers are continuing to conduct operations on the Pacific Crest Trail from Burney Falls State Park to Castle Crags State Park. Anyone who has hiked this section of the Pacific Crest Trail over the past week and a half and believes that they have information pertaining to the missing hiker, please call the Shasta County Sheriff's Office Records Division at (530) 245-6025
DATE / TIME: June 2, 2006
CRIME / INCIDENT: Missing Hiker
LOCATION: Pacific Crest Trail, Burney
VICTIM: Jane Hedve Brenenstahl, WFA, 7/23/57
On 6/1/06 at 1134 hrs., it was reported that the victim was missing. Ms. Brenenstahl started hiking on the Pacific Crest Trail on 5/23/06 from Burney Falls. She was last heard from on 5/24/06 via cell phone.
The Shasta County Sheriff's Office is currently searching over eighty miles of the Pacific Crest Trail. Shasta County Sheriff's Office Search and Rescue is contacting the California State Office of Emergency Services and are requesting Mutual Aid from surrounding counties in support of our search efforts.
The Shasta County Sheriff's Office is staging at the McCloud Ranger Station on Highway 89.
The search is continuing.
DATE / TIME: June 2, 2006
CRIME / INCIDENT: Drowning
LOCATION: Lake Britton
VICTIM: Ryan Lee Kelly, DOB: 10/5/75
On 6/1/06 an autopsy was conducted on Ryan Lee Kelly. It was determined Ryan Lee Kelly drowned, toxicology testing is pending.
DATE / TIME: May 31, 2006
CRIME / INCIDENT: Burglary
LOCATION: 20265 Tamarack Ave., Burney
VICTIM: Pit River Casino
SUSPECT: Hishkana Marie Wilson
AKA: Morning Star Wilson, 32 yrs.
On May 31, 2006 at apparoximately 1020 hrs., Investigators from the Shasta County Sheriff's Office Major Crimes Unit arrested Hishkana Wilson at a reisdence off of Clark Creek Rd., in the Burney area. Wilson was arrested in regards to her involvement in the burglary to the Pit River Casino .
Wilson was employed as a security officer for the casino. Wilson had worked her shift on the evening prior to the theft. Wilson was transported and booked into the Shasta County Jail for Burglary and Embezzlement. The money is still outstanding and investigators are seeking additional suspects.
DATE / TIME: May 31, 2006
CRIME / INCIDENT: Drowning
LOCATION: Lake Britton
VICTIM: Ryan Lee Kelly, DOB: 10/5/75
The drowing victim has been identified as Ryan Kelly of Burney. An autopsy has been scheduled for Friday.
DATE / TIME: Memorial Day Weekend
CRIME / INCIDENT: ABC Task Force
LOCATION: Stores in Shasta Lake and Lakehead
During the Memorial Day weekend members of the Shasta County Sheriff's Office and Alcoholic Beverage Control conducted various enforcement activities which included Minor Decoy, in which a minor goes into a licensed premise and attempts to purchase alcohol using his/her true identification. The minor visited twelve premises and was only able to purchase at Shasta Lake RV Resort. The Task Force also conducted several "Shoulder Tap" operations in the unicorporated areas of Shasta County. A "Shoulder Tap" operation consists of a minor decoy standing outside a licensed business that sells alcohol, and asks patrons to purchase alcohol for him/her. The minor always states he/she is to young to buy alcohol and asks an adult to purchase the alcohol for them. We have conducted these types of operations in Shasta County in the past. Twenty-two patrons were asked to buy for the minor at six licensed premises and all individuals refused. The Task Force also cited two individuals for minor in possession of alcohol and seized six kegs of beer from an underage driver. During the Task Force the teams also assisted in numerous alcohol patrol related incidents. The funding for this program is through an A.B.C. grant given to the Shasta County Sheriff's Office.
DATE / TIME: May 29, 2006
CRIME / INCIDENT: Fatal Plane Crash
LOCATION: Magee Peak, Burney
VICTIM: Amy Marchisotto WFJ and
Linda Sue Marchisotto, Long Beach, CA.
Two of the three plane crash victims were recovered on 5/29/06 at 1600 hrs., by Shasta County Search and Rescue with the assistance of the California Highway Patrol helicopters H14 & H16 and the U.S. Forest Service engine 31 & 35. Recovery of the remaining victim is tentatively schedule for 5/30/06 depending on weather.
DATE / TIME: May 29, 2006
CRIME / INCIDENT: Burglary
LOCATION: 20265 Tamarack Ave. Burney
VICTIM: Pit River Casino
SUSPECT: Unknown
On 5/29/06 at approximately 0820 hrs., the Shasta County Sheriff's Office responded to the Pit River Casino in regards to a burglary to the casino. Deputies discovered that unknown suspect(s) had entered into the casino in the early morning hours and took an undisclosed amount of money.
The Shasta County Sheriff's Office Major Crimes Unit also responded to the scene to investigate the incident. This incident is still under investigation.
DATE / TIME: May 29, 2006
CRIME / INCIDENT: Airplane Crash
LOCATION: Magee Peak, Burney
VICTIM: Pending Identification
On 5/29/06 at 0945 hrs., California Highway Patrol helicopter H-16 located a crased airplane on Megee Peak in the Thousand Lakes Wilderness area of Shasta County. Shasta County Sheriff's deputies and Search and Rescue members were airlifted into the area by CHP H-16 in order to conduct an assessment of the crash site. They were able to confirm three fatalities. Recovery operations were conducted, however, due to weather conditions, they were suspended. Recovery operation will resume tomorrow, weather premitting.
Release of the names of the victims is pending positive identification and notification of next of kin.
DATE / TIME: May 28, 2006
CRIME / INCIDENT: Fatal Vehicle Accident
LOCATION: Shasta County
VICTIM: Leslie E. Gourneau, 47 yrs.
White City Oregon
On 5/27/06 at approximately 2100 hrs., Gourneau's vehicle struck another from behind and then went over an embankment. Gourneau was pronounced dead at the scene. A post mortem examination is scheduled for May 30, 2006.
The accident is currently under investigation by the Redding Office of the California Highway Patrol.
DATE / TIME: May 28, 2006
CRIME / INCIDENT: Missing Aircraft
LOCATION: Eastern Shasta Co.
VICTIM: Paul A. Marchisotto
Linda Sue Marchisotto, Female Juv.
On 5/27/06 at 1330 hrs., while flying from Long Beach, CA. to Fall River Mills, CA. a Cessna 182 airplane piloted by Paul Anthony Marchisotto lost radar contact with air traffic control. The last radar contact was in the Bunchgrass Creek area of Shasta County. This are is just outside the Thousand Lakes Wilderness Area.
A joint search operation is being conducted by the Shasta County Sheriffs Office and the local wing of the Civil Air Patrol.
If anyone has information regarding this aircraft please contact the Shasta County Sheriffs Office.
DATE / TIME: May 18, 2006
CRIME / INCIDENT: Water Rescue
LOCATION: Keswick Dam Reservoir
VICTIM: Robert Lee Hicks
On 5/18/06 the Shasta County Sheriff"s Office was notified by California Highway Patrol of a possible plane crash in the Keswick Dam Reservoir. Units responded to find a single occupant who swam safely to the shore. Upon arrival of emergency medical units it was determined that no medical attention was needed. The plane was submerged in the reservoir. All agencies have been notified.
DATE / TIME: May 16, 2006
CRIME / INCIDENT: Homicide
LOCATION: Sanders Ln./ Iron Mt. Rd.
VICTIM: Pending Notification of Kin
SUSPECT: N/A
On 5/16/06 at 2321 hrs., SHASCOM was notified of a shooting that occurred off Sanders Lane in Keswick. At this time they are attempting to locate subject wanted for questioning. The victims name will be released upon notification of family members by the Coroners Office.
DATE / TIME: May 12, 2006
CRIME / INCIDENT: Threats at School
LOCATION: West Valley High School
On 5/6/06, School Resource Officer Mark Haslam met with School Principal Karl Stemmler regarding a possible threat at West Valley High School. Deputy Haslam and two other officers interviewed numerous students regarding a statement made by an individual who said that he/she would come to the school and shoot kids that he/she did not like. The interview was conducted in the classroom where the statement was made.
An extensive interview with the involved student was also conducted. Out of all the students that were interviewed, the threat was found not to be viable or credible. None of the students interviewed in the class where the statement was made could verify that any statement was made in a threatening manner. The investigation was closed at that time.
On Thursday evening several students and parents learned of the incident, and being concerned for the safety of their children, called SHASCOM as to whether or not they should send their students to school on Friday, 5/12/06. Again, Deputy Haslam responded, conducted further follow-up on the secondary information, and concluded that the information was being filtered through the school and had mushroomed into a secondary event. With the information learned on Thrusday night, the Investigations Division was notified and presented all the information.
The involved student was contacted and requested not to come to school on Friday, May 12th by school staff. Further discussion of the information was set for Friday morning with Investigation. That briefing was held at approximately 0800 hrs., and further follow-up, i.e. conducting a consensual search of the involved student's home, was planned.
At approximately 0830 hrs., television station KRCR received a telephone call from a male subject using the name of "Richard". He stated something to the effect of "You better get your cameras down to West Valley. There are three students with guns on their way to the school." KRCR called West Valley High School, advised Principal Karl Stemmler, and he initiated a school lockdown. Stemmler called law enforcement.
The Sheriff's Office, California Highway Patrol, and CHP's Helicopter H16 responded to the school. A preliminary search of the school was conducted and nothing was found. Principal Stemmler, school staff, and law enforcement discussed the information and investigation up to that point. It was concluded that with the cursory search, and information that we had, it indicated the call was a probable prank.
A consensual search of the involved student and an interview with the parents was conducted today. The parents and student were very cooperative and no indication of criminal behavior or threats was found.
West Valley High School staff should be commended for their initial response to the incident. They effectively aided law enforcement at a time of a potential crisis, and within hours of the incident, had the school back in session without a major disruption.
DATE / TIME: May 6, 2006
CRIME / INCIDENT: Shoulder Tap Operation
LOCATION: Shasta County
On 5/6/06 members of the Shasta County Sheriff's Office and Alcoholic Beverage Control conducted a "Shoulder Tap" operation in the unicorporated areas of Shasta County, and the City of Anderson. A "Shoulder Tap" operation consists of the minor decoy standing outside a licensed business that sells alcohol, and asks patrons to purchase alcohol for him/her. The minor always states he/she is to young to buy alcohol and asks an adult to purchase alcohol for them. We have conducted these types ofoperations in Shasta County in the past. Several patrons were asked to buy for the minor and all but one refused. Tonight only one adult was going to furnish alcohol for the minor decoy, but was interrupted by an off duty store clerk. The subject was also on Parole. The funding for this program is through an A.B.C. grant given to the Shasta County Sheriff's Office.
DATE / TIME: May 6, 2006 0900 hrs.
CRIME / INCIDENT: Missing Person
LOCATION: Shingletown Area
VICTIM: Robert Allen Drawhorn
On 5/6/06 Mr. Drawhorn returned home safely at approximately 0900 hrs., from his fishing trip. Mr. Drawhorn had become stuck in the snow. Therefore, the Search and Rescue Operation for Mr. Drawhorn has come to a close.
DATE / TIME: May 5, 2006
CRIME / INCIDENT: Missing Person
LOCATION: Shingletown Area
VICTIM: Robert Allen Drawhorn, WMA, DOB: 8/30/56, 6'1", 235 lbs, bro curly hair (balding), Blu eyes, LSW: dark hooded sweatshirt, blu jeans
VEHICLE: 2004 Drk Grn Chevy Blazer CA: 5NDG547
On 5/5/06 at approximately 1035 p.m., Shasta County Sheriff's Department was contacted for a report of a missing person. Drawhorn left his home at 30852 Bambi Dr., in Shingletown at approximately 0830 hrs., on 5/5/06 in the above listed vehicle. Subject was going fishing, possibly en route to Battle Creek Reservoir and has not returned.
Shasta County Sheriff's Department deployed Search and Rescus to all possible locations that Drawhorn possibly went with negative results. We have contacted Lassen and Tehama Counties for assistance in locating Drawhorn.
If you have any information concerning the above subject, please contact the Shasta County Sheriff's Department.
DATE / TIME: May 5, 2006
CRIME / INCIDENT: Death Unknown
LOCATION: Pine Cone Dr.
VICTIM: Daniel Charles Carter
DOB: 10/21/53
On 5/5/06 the body of an unidentified white male adult was found near the railroad tracks north of Pine Cone Rd. A post mortem examination is tentatively scheduled for May 8, 2006. The victim was identified through finger prints.
DATE / TIME: May 5, 2006
CRIME / INCIDENT: Death Unknown
LOCATION: Pine Cone Dr.
VICTIM: Pending Notification
On 5/5/06 at approximately 0700 hrs., a southbound Amtrak train engineer observed what they believed to be a partially clothed body lying west of the railroad tracks north of the Silverthorn siding. This area is accessed via Pine Cone Drive off of Lake Blvd. Sheriff's Deputies and Medical Personnel responded to the area and discovered a deceased partially clothed male lying near the access road on the west side of the railroad tracks. This inidividual was dressed in a soiled tan t-shirt with no other clothes on. He is described as approximately 50yrs., of age, 6 feet tall, 200 pounds, with short reddish/brown hair. He had no shoes on and appeared to have died at the location. Investigators are trying to determine the identity of the subject and are presently attempting to contact possible family members to verify this. There are no obvious signs of foul play and this does not appear to be a case of train vs. pedestrian. The case is being investigated as a suspicious death. Anybody who has observed this subject or has possible knowledge of his identification are asked to please contact the Sheriff's Office Major Crimes Unit at 530-245-6135
DATE / TIME: May 1, 2006
CRIME / INCIDENT: Missing Person
LOCATION: McCloud Arm, Shasta Lake
VICTIM: James Kenneth Cooke, 42 yrs.
On 5/1/06 at approximately 1500 hrs., the Shasta County Sheriff's Office Boating Safety Unit, responded to a boat collision on the McCloud arm of Lake Shasta.
The investigation revealed an unoccupied houseboat, traveling at full throttle, ran into a second houseboat, which was unrelated to the first.
The whereabouts of the occupant of the first houseboat is unknown and the subject has been entered as a missing person by the Sheriff's Office.
The investigation is ongoing. For additional information contact Lt. Shearman at 530-245-6075.
DATE / TIME: April 30, 2006
CRIME / INCIDENT: Homicide
LOCATION: Bear Mt. RV Resort
VICTIM: Donald Lee Zahner
SUSPECT: James Loren Hesson, 37 yrs.
On 4/30/06 at 0510 hrs., the Shasta County SWAT team and negotiators succesfully took James Hesson into custody. He was located inside his fifth wheel trailer at the RV park with his wife and two children. He was taken into custody without incident. Hesson is presently at the Shasta County Sheriff's Major Crimes Department being interviewed by investigators.
DATE / TIME: April 30, 2006
CRIME / INCIDENT: Homicide
LOCATION: Bear Mt. RV Resort
VICTIM: Pending Notification
SUSPECT: WM, middle aged
On 4/30/06 at 0013 hrs., the Shasta County Sheriff's Deputies responded to a report of a shooting inside the Bear Mountain RV Resort. Suspect is believed to still be at a residence in the park. The Sheriff's Office has deployed the SWAT team, and negotiators have been dispatched to the area to assist. The media is requested to stay out of the area to preserve the crime scene.
DATE / TIME: April 26, 2006
CRIME / INCIDENT: Robbery
LOCATION: Fall River Elementary
VICTIM: 10 yr old male
SUSPECT: WMJ
On 4/26/06 at approximately 1255 hrs., Fall River Elementary Principal, Chris Knoch reported one of her students was assaulted and robbed while on the playground. The report indicated the victim was accosted by three subjects who entered the schoolyard through a hole in the perimeter fence and took money from the victim's person further knocking him to the ground. The victim was treated for minor injuries and released from Mayer's Memorial Hospital.
Deputies from the Burney Station contacted numerous subjects throughout the week in attempts to identify the responsibles. On Monday, 5/1/06, Deputy Steve Harper spotted two off-road motorcycles fitting the description of the responsibles speeding down Reynolds Rd. in Fall River Mills. Deputy Harper was able to stop the two vehicles for vehicle code violations and determined Gary Staat and another juvenile to be in possession of a controlled substance. While interviewing the subjects it was determined the juvenile was one of the responsibles for the assault and theft on the Fall River Elementary School grounds.
A case has been filed with the District Attorney charging three additional subjects with assault, theft, conspiracy, and intimidating a witness.
DATE / TIME: April 24, 2006
CRIME / INCIDENT: Attempt Carjack
LOCATION: E. end of Fall Creek Dr.
VICTIM: Don Young
SUSPECT: Stephen Albrich, 38 yrs.
On 4/24/06 at approximately 1512 hrs., Don Young reported a man with a rifle had just attempted to carjack his vehicle. He reported the suspect left in an unknown direction after he refused to give the suspect the vehicle.
Shasta County Deputies, with the assistance of Siskiyou County Deputies and CHP, located the suspect in a vehicle approximately one mile from where the incident had occurred. The suspect attempted to flee from the deputies by driving away. He lost control of the vehicle and crashed. The suspect refused to comply with the deputies orders and had the rifle next to him on the seat of the vehicle.
The taser was utilized and the suspect was taken into custody with no injury to him or the deputies. The suspect was transported to the jail and booked for the above charges. It was later determined the vehicle he was driving was stolen from Lafayette, Ca.
DATE / TIME: April 22, 2006
CRIME / INCIDENT: Domestic Violence, False Imprisonment, Robbery and Burglary
LOCATION: 6896 Riata Dr.
VICTIM: Confidential
SUSPECT: Robert A. Rawlings
On 4/22/06 the Shasta County Sheriff's Deputies responded to report of domestic violence assault at 6896 Riata Drive. Deputies arrived on scene and met with the victim. The victim told deputies her ex-boyfriend, Robert Rawlings, somehow entered her residence without her knowledge. Rawlings physically assaulted the victim by hitting and choking her. Rawlings would not allow the victim to leave the reisdence despite repeated attempts. During the incident Rawlings took the victims credit card from her purse. After approximately thrity minutes, the victim was able to flee the residence and call 911 from a cell phone.
Deputies searched the residence and found Rawling hiding in the attic. Rawlings was taken into custody and the victim's credit card was receovered on his person.
Rawlings was booked into the Shasta County Jail on the above listed charges. The victim declined medical treatment on scene.
DATE / TIME: April 19, 2006
CRIME / INCIDENT: Assault with Deadly Weapon
LOCATION: 7857 Mallard Way
VICTIM: Damien Nunez, 30 yrs.
SUSPECT: Gary Geer, 35 yrs.
On 4/19/06 at 1756 hrs., the Sheriff's Office received a report of a stabbing victim at 7857 Mallard Way. Deputies arrived on scene and found that Damien Nunez had been stabbed once in the abdomen and once in the back, by his brother, Gary Geer. This was after an argument between the brothers over some shoes. Geer had fled the scene on foot prior to deputies arrival. Through information from a witness at the scene, it was learned that Geer was still armed with a knife when he left the scene.
A perimeter was established. Sheriff's deputies, Sheriff's K-9 Maximus and with the assistance of the CHP helicopter, a search was conducted for Geer. The reverse 911 system was also utilized in the surrounding area due to the public safety concerns posed by Geer. Geer was located approximately a mile and a half from the scene, on Antler Rd. Geer was located hiding in some brush by K-9 Maximus.
Nunez was transported to Mercy Medical Center where he was treated and later released.
Geer was transported to Shasta Regional Medical Center and was treated for minor injuries. He was later booked into the Shasta County Jail.
DATE / TIME: April 17, 2006 5 PM to 9 PM
CRIME / INCIDENT: S.A.G.E. Operation
LOCATION: Hwy 273 Anderson/Redding
On the above date and time members of the Shasta Anti-Gang Enforcement (S.A.G.E.) Unit conducted an opertaion in and around Hwy 273 from Anderson to Redding. During this operation 94 persons were contacted, 14 searches were done, and 7 arrests were made. S.A.G.E. is made up of a variety of local, state and federal agencies dedicated to reduction of gang activity in our county. The continued support from both Law Enforcement Agencies, and the community has made this a successful unit. Tonight several subjects were arrested. Two admitted "Crip"Gang members from Pomona Ca., were contacted. Both were documented by S.A.G.E. personnel as "Crip" Gang members. These two "Crips" now live in the City of Anderson. Also, Marci Isaac was arrested for possession and transportation of narcotics (meth). She was stopped on Hwy 273 near Canyon Rd., and as she was being questioned it was revealed she was out on an "OR" from the Shasta County Jail for an arrest recently in the City of Shasta Lake. During that arrest S.A.G.E. members contacted Issac and arrested her for narcotics charges. Media has an open invitation to ride-a-long during any S.A.G.E. operation.
If you have any questions please contact Captain Tom Bosenko or Sergeant Jeff Foster.
DATE / TIME: April 11, 2006
CRIME / INCIDENT: Mail Scam
Alert for possible mail scam. Several residents have received a letter from the Canada Ontario Lottery stating that they have won a prize. The letter usually includes a check from a bank with a letter that states something to the effect of "deposit this check in you account, and then you can pay the taxes on the amount being sent to you."
The victim deposits the check, and sends the taxes back to Ontario then finds out the check is not good. Therefore, the victim sends personal money back to Ontario. Or, the scam is to get the victim to send more money back to get the larger jackpot.
The check looks real, but the Bank of the West in Sacramento and San Francisco know nothing about any prizes or payouts.
Just be aware, and don't send money. If you already have and suspect a scam, contact your local law enforcement.
DATE / TIME: April 10, 2006
CRIME / INCIDENT: Burglary
LOCATION: 37435 Mt. View #3, Burney
VICTIM: Confidential
SUSPECT(S): William Garrigus, 18 yrs
Juvenile 17 yrs.
On 4/10/2006, at approximately 1313 hrs., deputies from the Shasta County Sheriff's Office/Burney Station responded to a burglary that occurred at the above location in the early morning hours. The victim left her residence at approximately 0200 hrs., to start her delivery route.
She returned at about 1300 hrs., and noticed that unknown suspect(s) had entered her apartment and removed several items from the apartment. Some of the items taken were an ATM card, Checkbook, three folders that contained information for Record Searchlight subscribers, a small safe, and prescription medications.
Deputies received information that a William Garrigus might have been involved in the burglary. The deputies responded to his apartment. Deputies conducted a probation search at the residence and located a majority of the stolen property.
Deputies eventually located Garrigus and the juvenile. Both Garrigus and the juvenile admitted involvement in the burglary. Garrigus and the juvenile were subsequently arrested. Garrigus was booked at the Shasta County Jail for Burglary and Conspiracy to Commit a Crime, the juvenile was booked into the Shasta County Juvenile Hall, for Burglary and Conspiracy to Commit a Crime.
DATE / TIME: April 10, 2006
CRIME / INCIDENT: S.A.G.E. Operations
LOCATION: City of Shasta Lake
On 4/10/2006, the Shasta Anti-Gang Enforcement Unit (S.A.G.E.) conducted an eveing operation in the City of Shasta Lake. Local, state and federal officers worked together in contacting 86 people, conducted 32 searches and arrested four people.
An adult male, (who is believed to be affiliated with an outlaw motorcycle gang) was caught tattooing a sixteen year old female. He was arrested for that violation as well as a parole violation. An adult male (who is a registered sex offender in Shasta County) was arrested for failing to provide his current address as required by the California Penal Code. A ciminal complaint will be sought against an adult male and female for the cultivation and sale of marijuana as well as being armed in the commission of a felony.
The participating officers of the S.A.G.E. Unit would like to thank the citizens of Shasta County for their continued support. Please contact Shasta County Sheriff's Sgt. Jeff Foster at 225-3709 or Redding Police Sgt. Koby Heston at 225-4297 with any questions or concerns.
DATE / TIME: April 7, 2006
CRIME / INCIDENT: Homicide
LOCATION: 22198 Basin Way Jones Valley
VICTIM: Valentine Edmund Pecsi, 51 yrs.
On 4/7/2006 an autopsy was performed on the decedent. A cause of death was issued by Forensic Pathologist, Dr. Susan Comfort of multiple stab wounds.
This case is currently under investigation by the Shasta County Sheriff's Office Major Crimes Unit.
DATE / TIME: April 5, 2006 @ 1805 hrs.
CRIME / INCIDENT: Homicide
LOCATION: 22198 Basin Way Jones Valley
VICTIM: Valentine Edmund Pecsi, 51 yrs.
SUSPECT: Micah Jeremy Lightburner, 24 yrs.
On 4/5/06 the Shasta County Coroner's Office was advised that Valentine Pecsi had expired from his injuries. Pecsi died at Mercy Medical Center. A post mortem examination is scheduled for 4/7/06.
This case is currently under investigation by the Shasta County Sheriff's Office Major Crime Unit.
DATE / TIME: April 5, 2006 @ 1254 hrs.
CRIME / INCIDENT: Homicide
LOCATION: 22198 Basin Way Jones Valley
VICTIM: Valentine Edmund Pecsi, 51 yrs.
SUSPECT: Micah Jeremy Lightburner, 24 yrs.
On 4/5/06 at approximately 1254 hrs., SHASCOM Dispatch received a 911 call of a stabbing victim at 22198 Basin Way in Jones Valley. Medical personnel along with Sheriff's Deputies responded to the residence and discovered a white male, later identified at Valentine Pecsi lying in the residence. Pecsi appeared to be the victim of a stabbing and was taken by ambulance to Mercy Hospital. Pecsi was pronounced dead after arriving at the hospital.
Investigative personnel along with Sheriff's Evidence Technicians responded to the scene and began their invesitgation. During the course of processing the scene, Lightburner was discovered hiding in a vehicle under a carport at the residence at approximately 1540 hours. Lightburner implicated himself in this homicide to investigators and is presently being treated at Shasta Regional Medical Center for injuries possibly received in the assault. Evidence technicians are still at the scene continuing with their investigation.
Anyone who has information or knowledge related to this incident is asked to contact the Shasta County Sheriff's Office Major Crimes Unit at 530-245-6135.
DATE / TIME: April 3, 2006 @ 0024 hrs.
CRIME / INCIDENT: Death Unknown
LOCATION: Sundial Bridge
VICTIM(S): Adult Male
On 4/2/06 at approximately 2020 hrs., a male was found deceased at the Sundial Bridge. The subject had been identified however; the name is being withheld pending notification of the next of kin. An autopsy is scheduled for Wednesday.
DATE / TIME: March 30, 2006 @ 0218 hrs.
CRIME / INCIDENT: Homicide
LOCATION: 6865 Amber Ridge Dr.,
VICTIM(S): Barry Alan Smith, 50 yrs.,
Deena Smith, 48 yrs.
SUSPECT: Jonathan Ralph Lee 25 yrs.,
Transient - Sacramento Area
On 3/30/06 at approximately 0218 hrs., a 911 call was placed to SHASCOM Dispatch requesting medical aid at 6865 Amber Ridge Drive in Happy Valley. Information was obtained that the suspect, Jonathan Lee assaulted his mother and stepfather at their residence on Amber Ridge and that the suspect left the residence on foot. Upon officers arrival, Barry Smith was found deceased in the residence. His wife, Deena had also received injuries from the assault and was trannsported to Mercy Medical Center where she under went surgery. Her present status is unknown however it is expected she will survive her injuries.
The Sheriff's Office Investigations Unit responded along with crime scene personnel and are presently conducting an investigation into the assaults. Initial information is that Jonathan had come to the Happy Valley Area from Sacramento hours prior to the assault and had gone to the Amber Ridge Residence. Once at the residence he obtained a Martial Arts style sword used as a display from inside the residence and attacked his mother, Deena Smith. Deena Smith was able to flee the residence, wherein Jonathan went into the parent's bedroom where Barry Smith was and began assaulting him. Barry Smith did not survive his injuries. Jonathan then fled the residence with the weapon and was taken into custody without incident at Happy Valley Road and Amber Ridge Drive approximately 1/4 mile away by responding officers.
Jonathan Lee was interviewed regarding the attacks and later booked at the Shasta County Jail for an open charge of murder and attampted murder. Barry Smith had retired from the Redding CHP Office approximnately two months ago.
DATE / TIME: March 22, 2006 5 P.M. to 9 P.M.
CRIME / INCIDENT: S.A.G.E. Operation
LOCATION: Happy Valley Area
On 3/22/06 members from the Shasta Anti-Gang Enforcement (S.A.G.E.) unit conducted an operation in and around the Happy Valley area. During this operation 45 persons were contacted, 19 searches were done, and 4 arrests were made. S.A.G.E. is made up of a variety of local, state and federal agencies dedicated to reduction of gang activity in our county. The commitment from law enforcement department heads has continued to spearhead this unit. Tonight several subjects were arrested. Media has an open invitation to come and ride-a-long during any S.A.G.E. operations.
If you have any questions please feel free to contact Captain Tom Bosenko or Sergeant Jeff Foster.
DATE / TIME: March 20, 2006 @ 1818 hrs.
CRIME / INCIDENT: Homicide
LOCATION: 19732 Sweetwater, Mountain Gate
VICTIM(S): Robert Harold Kuykendall, 62 yrs
SUSPECT: Thomas Allen Kuykendall, 33 yrs
On 3/22/06 Doctor Susan Comfort of the Shasta County Sheriff Coroner's Office, performed autopsies on both Robert Kuykendall and Thomas Kuykendall. The cause of death for Robert Kuykendall consisted of multiple stab wounds. The cause of death for Thomas Kuykendall was a single stab wound. The case will be forwarded to the District Attorney's Office for review.
DATE / TIME: March 20, 2006 @ 1818 hrs.
CRIME / INCIDENT: Armed Robbery
LOCATION: Vaughn's Market, 6289 Parallel Rd.
VICTIM(S): Lorry Livingston 43 yrs.,
Laura McNeeley, 38 yrs.
SUSPECT: Marvin Leonard Thompson, 55 yrs.
On 3/20/06 at 1818 hrs., a lone gunman held up Vaughn's Market getting away with an undetermined amount of cash. The suspect, who was armed with a large black handgun, accosted the two clerks Livingston and McNeeley and forced them to hand over the contents of the cash register. He then locked the two victims in a rear storage room where they were able to escape and call 9-1-1. Sheriff's deputies and officers from the Anderson Police Dept. searched the area but did not locate the suspect.
At 2015 hrs., the same suspect held up Mike's Food and Fuel on Oxyoke Rd., in the City of Anderson. He was stopped a short distance away by officers from the Anderson Police Dept. and taken into custody. The suspect was identified as Melvin Leonard Thompson of Anderson. Witnesses identified Thompson as the responsible party in both robberies. Thompson was transported to the Shasta County Jail and booked on two counts of Armed Robbery, as well as two counts of Kidnapping. Thompson was charged with D.U.I.
Thompson's bail has been set at $100,000.
DATE / TIME: March 20, 2006 @ 1640hrs.
CRIME / INCIDENT: Stabbing/Homicide
LOCATION: 19732 Sweetwater Trail
VICTIM(S): Robert Kuykendall DOB 8/17/44, Thomas Kuykendall DOB: 11/8/72
Two male subject that were involved in a physical altercation at the above listed residence appeared to have sustained stab wounds. Both subject were pronounced dead at the scene. Post mortem examinations are set for March 22, 2006.
Case is currently under investigation by the Shasta County Sheriff's Office Major Crimes Unit.
DATE / TIME: March 20, 2006 @ 1048 hrs
CRIME / INCIDENT: Possession and Transportation of Marijuana for Sale and Battery
LOCATION: Golden Bear Store, Round Mountain
VICTIM: State of Ca and one adult male victim
SUSPECT: Eric Shane Skoglund 39 yrs.
On 3/20/2006, at about 1048 hrs., deputies from the Shasta County Sheriff's Office, Burney Station responded to a report of a suspicious male subject attempting to sell narcotics at the Golden Bear Store in Round Mountain.
Prior to their arrival, the suspicious male, later identified as Eric Skoglund had reportedly assaulted the owner of the store by throwing hot coffee on him. Skoglund then left the store driving westbound on Hway 299. Skoglund's green van was spotted by Shasta County Sheriff's Office Deputies and was stopped at MY-T-FINE Foods in Bella Vista. Skoglund was arrested for the battery and his vehicle was searched subsequent to arrest. Deputies located about 1.7 lbs of marijuana within Skoglund's vehicle.
Skoglund was booked into the Shasta County Jail for the above listed charges.
DATE / TIME: March 20, 2006 @ 0917 hrs.
CRIME / INCIDENT: Stabbing/Homicide
LOCATION: 19732 Sweetwater, Mtn.Gate.
On 3/20/2006 at 0917 hours, Shasta County Sheriff's Deputies responded to a 911 call at 19732 Sweetwater in Mountain Gate. Upon arrival, officers discovered the body of Robert Kuykendall in his residence. Robert was the apparent victim of stab wounds.Officers, through talking with family members learned that Robert's son, Thomas Kuykendall, had also been at the residence during the time of Robert's death. Officers began conducting a search of the residence and surrounding area for Thomas, who was believed to be responsible for Robert's death. Officers discovered Thomas's body in the backyard pool of Robert's residence. Thomas also appeared to be the victim of a stabbing. Shasta County Sheriff's Investigators and Crime Scene personnel are presently at the Kuykendall residence trying to determine the chain of events. Family members who were at a residence nearby are also being interviewed.
DATE / TIME: March 15, 2006 @ 1954 hrs.
CRIME / INCIDENT: Explosion
LOCATION: 2100 Blk of Montana Ave.
On 3/15/2006 at approximately 1954 hrs., Deputies from the Shasta County Sheriff's Office responded to a report of an explosion at the 2100 block of Montana Ave., in the City of Shasta Lake. When the deputies arrived they found the remnants of a paper bag which appeared to have been burnt. They also found two shotgun shells which were taped together laying near the burnt bag in the middle of Montana Ave. It appeared that one of the shotgun shells had detonated while the other shell was still intact. A bomb tech from the Shasta County Sheriff's Department was called to the scene and collected the shells. No one was injured and there are no suspects at this time.
DATE / TIME: March 11, 2006 @ 0542 hrs.
CRIME / INCIDENT: Attempt Homicide
LOCATION: 18323 OBrien Inlet Road
VICTIM: Rick Lyn Arnold
SUSPECT: James Dewayne Barnes Jr.
On March 11, 2006 at approximately 0542 hrs., Shasta County Sheriff's Deputies responded to the above listed address regarding a stabbing victim. Officers arrived and located Richard Arnold and James Barnes inside of the residence. Richard Arnold who is the grandfather of James Barnes was found with numerous stab wounds to his person. Arnold was transported to the hospital where he remains. The grandson, James Barnes, was interviewed where he admitted that he wanted to kill his grandfather and grandmother.
No further information at this time.
DATE / TIME: March 11, 2006
CRIME / INCIDENT: Shoulder Tap Operation
LOCATION: Various stores in Shasta County
On March 11, 2006 members of the Shasta County Sheriff's Office and Alcoholic Beverage Control conducted a "Shoulder Tap" operation in the unincorporated areas of Shasta County. A "Shoulder Tap" operation consists of the minor decoy standing outside a business that sells alcohol and asks patrons to purchase alcohol for him/her. The minor always states that he/she is to young to buy alcohol and asks an adult to purchase the alcohol for them. We have conducted these types of operations in Shasta County in the past. Tonight one patron gave a beer to the Decoy at the College Knights gas station. Twelve other patrons had been asked to buy for the minor and all refused. Tonight only one adult furnished alcohol for the minor decoy. We had also conducted a "Decoy" operation earlier in the day. Eleven businesses in the Anderson area were visited by the Decoy, and none of those businesses sold any alcohol to the minor. The funding for this program is through an A.B.C. grant given to the Shasta County Sheriff's Office.
DATE / TIME: March 8, 5 PM to 10 PM
CRIME / INCIDENT: S.A.G.E. Operation
LOCATION: City of Shasta Lake
On the above date and time members of the Shasta Anti-Gang Enforcement (S.A.G.E.) Unit conducted an operation in and around the City of Shasta Lake. During this operation 72 persons were contacted, 26 searches were done, and 9 arrests were made. S.A.G.E. is made up of a variety of local, state and federal agencies dedicated to reduction of gang activity in our county. The commitment from law enforcement department heads has continued to spearhead this unit. Tonight a variety of subjects were arrested. Most of our targets were known or suspected gang members. A juvenile gang member was arrested for violation of probation. She had gang conditions on her probation and was found in possession of gang attire. Marcci Isaac was arrested for various felony drug charges, and her roommate Thomas Oneill was arrested for parole violation. Reginold Thomas was arrested for an outstanding felony drug warant out of Redding Police Department, and parole violation warrant. Andrew Jackson was also arrested for a felony warrant and various felony drug charges. We would like to again invite any media personnel to come and ride-a-long during any S.A.G.E. Operations. If you have any questions please feel free to contact Capt. Tom Bosenko or Sgt. Jeff Foster.
DATE / TIME: March 7, 2006 @ 1731 hrs.
CRIME / INCIDENT: Transportation of Controlled Substances and Possession of Stolen Property
LOCATION: McArthur Square, McArthur, CA.
VICTIM: State of California
SUSPECT: Joshua Alton Wortman, 24 yrs.
On 3/7/06 Deputies from the Shasta County Sheriff's Office/Burney Station stopped a vehicle driven by Joshua Wortman for a vehicle code violation. Wortman is on parole from the California Department of Corrections and a subsequent parole search was conducted. Deputies found Wortman to be in possession of approximately 8 grams of methamphetamine, 19 grams of marijuana, and possession of stolen property. Wortman also had a large amount of U.S. currency. The contraband and the U.S. currency were seized as evidence as part of this investigation. Wortman was booked into Shasta County Jail for numerous Health and Safety Code violations and Possession of Stolen Property.
This case is still under investigation by the Shasta County Sheriff's Office.
DATE / TIME: March 5, 2006 @ 0235 hrs.,
CRIME / INCIDENT: Traffic Collision
LOCATION: Shasta Dam Blvd @ Nell Orr St.
VICTIM: Jesse William Chivrell, 23 yrs.
On 3/5/06 at 0235 hrs., SHASCOM dispatch received a report of a single vehicle traffic collision on Shasta Dam Blvd near Nell Orr St., in Shasta Lake. Fire/Rescue personnel from the Shasta Lake Fire Protection District responded along with paramedics from American Medical Response and Deputies from the Shasta County Sheriff's Office. A Jeep Cherokee was located at the above location, with severe damage. The lone occupant of the vehicle, later identified as Jess Chivrell was extricated from the vehicle and taken to Mercy Medical Center for treatment. Chivrell suffered serious head and neck injuries.
Chivrell is currently in the Intensive Care Unit at Mercy Medical Center where he is undergoing treatment for his injuries. Preliminary investigation indicates Chivrell was not wearing a seatbelt at the time of the collision. Alcohol consumption is believed to be a factor in the collision.
The investigation into the cause of the collision is continuing.
DATE / TIME: March 3, 2006 @ 1400 hrs.
CRIME / INCIDENT: Assault with Weapon
LOCATION: 299 E @ Donn Ln., Round Mt.
VICTIM: Numerous
SUSPECT: Marcelo Patrick Banuelos, 25 yrs.
On 3/3/06 at 1320 hrs., Deputies from the Burney Station responded to 299 E in Round Mountain, on reports of an intoxicated male adult standing in the roadway and jumping on passing vehicles. The suspect was observed sitting in the middle of the roadway and as cars slowed to assist, the suspect jumped onto the hood of one car and slugged the windows. The suspect threw a rock through the window of a second vehicle, striking the driver and passenger in the face with broken glass and rock. After striking a third vehicle the suspect assaulted one of the drivers who had stopped to assist him. The suspect jumped into a friends vehicle before deputies responding from Burney arrived on scene and fled towards Redding. A BOLO for the suspect and vehicle was sent to the Redding area Sheriff's units in an attempt to locate the suspect. Shasta County Sheriff's Sergeant, Jim Beaupre, spotted the vehicle on 299E, near Bella Vista, and was able to take the suspect Marcello Banuelos into custodyBanuelos was booked into the Shasta County Jail on numerous assault and vandalism charges.
DATE / TIME: February 25, 2006 (6 PM - 9 PM)
CRIME / INCIDENT: Lakehead Town Hall Meeting
LOCATION: Lion's Club 20814 Mammoth Dr. Lakehead, Ca. 96051
On Saturday evening February 25, 2006 at 6 pm the Shasta County Sheriff's Office in cooperation with the Lion's Club and Lakehead Community Development Association are sponsoring a spaghetti dinner and informational (Public Safety Awareness Meeting) where the citizens of Lakehead and Shasta County can address their concerns and questions to the below listed agencies. The press is invited to cover this very informative meeting:
Participating Agencies:
Shasta County Sheriff's Office, O.E.S., A.V.A., Civil Division
U.S.F.S.
California Department of Fish & Game
Shasta County District Attorney's Office
Shasta County Code Enforcement
Shasta County Sheriff's Office Citizen's on Patrol Volunteers and Neighborhood Watch
California Department of Transportation
California Department of Forestry
Bureau of Reclamantion
California Highway Patrol
DATE / TIME: Feb. 24, 2006 @ 0100 hrs
CRIME / INCIDENT: Commercial Burglary
LOCATION: 1725 Cascade Blvd
VICTIM(S): Cascade Texaco
SUSPECT(S): #1 Jessie Harris 20 yrs
#2, WMJ 17 yrs.
On 2/24/06 at 0100 hrs., the Sheriff's Department received an alarm call at the Texaco gas station. Deputy Kropholler and his K-9 Maximus arrived on scene within minutes. Two males were located on the backside of the business trying to climb off the roof with stolen goods in their possession. One of the males made it to the ground and was ordered to stop. This suspect ran off as the other suspect climbed back onto the roof. The suspect on the ground was detained by K-9 Maximus after a foot pursuit. This suspect was identified as a 17 year old juvenile. Deputies used a ladder to access the roof where Jessie Harris was found hiding. Harris was taken into custody without further incident. Both suspects had beer, cigarettes, and numerous other items from the store in their possession when they were taken into custody. Both suspects had gained entry into the store through the roof top of the business. The suspects also caused several thousand dollars worth of damage to the inside of the store.
The 17 year old was treated at SRMC for minor injuries and booked into Juvenile Hall.
DATE / TIME: Feb. 19, 2006
CRIME / INCIDENT: Traffic Accident
LOCATION: Hwy 44 East of Old Station
VICTIM(S): Anita Goldberg
On 2/17/06 the Coroners Office responded to a fatal car accident on Hwy 44. Anita Goldberg, 70 yrs., was declared dead at the scene.
For further information contact the California Highway Patrol.
DATE / TIME: Feb. 17, 2006 @ 1307 hrs.
CRIME / INCIDENT: Attempted Homicide
LOCATION: 30273 Bridger Way, Oak Run
VICTIM(S): Terva Malat & Kenneth Malat
SUSPECT: Timothy Carlton
On 2/17/06 at approximately 1307 hours, Burney Station Deputies received a report of an assault victim who was being transported to the Oak Run Fire Station. Kenneth Malat was being treated for assault wounds to the head. The reporting party, his wife, Treva Malat, advised dispatch that her husband was assaulted with a stove poker by Timothy Carlton, while at Carlton's residence. The victim was transported to Mercy Medical Center for his injuries. Deputies responded to the 30273 Bridger Way, Oak Run and contacted Carlton who was found lying on the floor passed out from a self-medicated methadone overdose. Carlton was treated for the overdose and was taken to SRMC and once medically cleared he will be taken into custody for ADW, Attempted Murder and transported to the Shasta County Jail. The case will be sent to the DA for further charges.
DATE / TIME: Feb. 16, 2006 4:00 pm - 9 pm
CRIME / INCIDENT: S.A.G.E.
LOCATION: Hwy 273, Riverside Ave. and
Riverland Dr.
On the above date and time members of the Shasta Anti-Gang Enforcement (S.A.G.E.) unit conducted an operation in and around Hwy 273, and Riverland Dr. During this operation 61 person were contacted, 25 searches were done, and 6 arrests were made. S.A.G.E. is made up of a variety of local, state and federal agencies dedicated to sending one message to gang members, gangs will not be tolerated in our community! The commitment from law enforcement department heads has continued to spearhead this unit. We had a significant amount of assistance from community members that assisted us in locating targets, and collecting intelligence on wanted felons. We would like to again invite any media personnel to come and ride-along during any S.A.G.E. operations. If you have any questions please contact Captain Tom Bosenko or Sergeant Jeff Foster
DATE / TIME: February 15, 2006
CRIME / INCIDENT: Assault w/Deadly Weapon
LOCATION: 43151 Hwy 299 E, Fall River Mills
VICTIM: James Wright , 59 yrs
SUSPECT: John Patrick Mike, 46 yrs
On 2/15/2006 an employee from a local restaurant reported a male susjbect had entered the business bleeding from the head stating that he had been assaulted.
Responding units found James Wright bleeding from lacerations to his head and face and determined that the suspect may still be at the location where the assault took place. Deputies from the Burney Station located the suspect at an apartment complex in Fall River Mills and were able to take the suspect into custody without incident. The victim advised he was beat with a coffee table that was located at the scene.
Mike was booked into the Shasta County Jail for assault with a deadly weapon.
DATE / TIME: February 15, 2006
CRIME / INCIDENT: Fatal Vehicle Accident
VICTIM: Jeffrey Crawford
On 2/14/2006 toxicological results were received by the Shasta County Coroner's Office from Central Valley Toxicology Inc. The report revealed that the decedent, Jeffrey Crawford had a blood alcohol content of .34 at the time of his death. Crawford was found inside his truck in Clover Creek.
DATE / TIME: February 12, 2006
CRIME / INCIDENT: Fatal Vehicle Accident
LOCATION: N/B Wonderland Blvd. Exit
VICTIM: Valorie Lynn Orner, 32 yrs
On 2/12/2006 at about 0030 hrs., a single vehicle accident occurred at the N/B Wonderland Blvd. Freeway Exit. The vehicle struck a tree at a high rate of speed. The decedent was pronounced dead at the scene by medical personel. Next of kin have been notified. The accident is under investigation by the Redding Office of the California Highway Patrol. A post mortem examination is tentatively scheduled for February 14, 2006.
DATE / TIME: February 11, 2006
CRIME / INCIDENT: Shoulder Tap Operation
LOCATION: Various stores in Shasta County
On 2/11/2006 members of the Shasta County Sheriff's Office and Alcoholic Beverage Control conducted a "Shoulder Tap" operation in the unicorporated areas of Shasta County. Six ABC licensed businesses were visited and only one patron bought alcohol for the minor decoy. A "Shoulder Tap" operation consists of the minor decoy standing outside a business that sells alcohol, and asks patrons to purchase alcohol for him/her. The minor always states he/she is to young to buy alcohol and asks an adult to purchase the alcohol for them. We have conducted these types of operations in Shasta County in the past. Recently patrol deputies have been briefed the ABC unit that minors have been attempting to "Shoulder Tap" adults to purchase alcohol for them. Tonight only one adult purchased alcohol for the minor decoy. The funding for this program is through an A.B.C. grant given to Shasta County Sheriff's Office.
DATE / TIME: February 10, 2006
CRIME / INCIDENT: Vehicle vs. Pedestrian
LOCATION: Shasta Dam Blvd. @ Median Ave.
VICTIM: Gary Algar
On 2/9/2006 at approximately 1851 hrs., the victim was walking northbound inside a crosswalk located at the intersection of Shasta Dam Blvd. and Median Ave. While crossing the street, the victim was struck by a vehicle that was traveling westbound on Shasta Dam Blvd. The victim sustained minor injuries and was transported to Mercy Medical Center for treatment.
DATE / TIME: February 4, 2006
CRIME / INCIDENT: Destructive Device/Bomb
LOCATION: West St. @ Mulberry St.
SUSPECT: Unknown
On 2/4/2006 at approximately 1438 hrs., the City of Shasta Lake Sheriff's Deputies responded to the area of Mulberry Street and West Street for a reported grenade found in a vacant field. Upon arrival on scene, deputies located what appeared to be a green-colored World War II pineapple type hand grenade in the field. Shasta County Sheriff's Bomb Technician, Detective Evan Armstrong, was called to the scene to assess the situation. Armstrong renderred the grenade safe however, was unable to determine if it could be detonated due to the missing pin and spoon. The grenade was collected and later properly disposed of. There were no injuries involved with the incident.
DATE / TIME: January 31, 2006 1700 - 2300 hrs
CRIME / INCIDENT: S.A.G.E. Operation
LOCATION: Airport Rd/Churn Creek/Rancho Rd.
On the above date and time members of the Shasta Anti-Gang Enforcement (S.A.G.E) unit conducted an operation in and around the Airport Rd. area. During this operation 76 persons were contacted, 34 searches were done, and 7 arrests were made. S.A.G.E. is made up of a variety of local, state and federal agencies dedicated to sending one message to gang members, gangs will not be tolerated in our community. The commitment from law enforcement department heads has continued to spearhead this unit. During the above operation a wanted Felon, Danny Obar was arrested after a foot pursuit in the area of North St. and Stingy Ln. (Anderson). Also another male adult was arrrested in the east parking lot of the T/A truck stop after just "being given" some methamphetamine. He also had a felony warrant for stolen vehicle. One new gang member was identified, pending further investation. Three cars were also towed following arrests of three of the seven subjects.
If you have any questions please contact Captain Tom Bosenko or Captain Dennis Carroll.
DATE / TIME: January 31, 2006
CRIME / INCIDENT: Armed Robbery
LOCATION: 2100 Rancheria Rd.
VICTIM: Cassandra Riley, 35 yrs., Anderson
SUSPECT(S): S#1 WMA unk age, NFI
S#2 WFA, unk age, heavyset, NFI
On 1/31/06 at 2040 hrs., Cassandra Riley reported she had been robbed at gunpoint in a parking lot at Win-River Casino in Redding. Riley stated she had been driving through one of the lots when she slowed to allow another vehicle to back out of a parking space. As she brought her vehicle to a stop, her passenger side doors were opened by the two listed suspects, who got into her vehicle. The male suspect displayed what appeared to be a large caliber handgun and demanded Riley hand over her money. After obtaining an undetermined amout of money from Riley, the male suspect and his female companion left the scene on foot. Deputies from the Shasta County Sheriff's Office, along with a helicopter from the CHP, searched the immediate area without success. Riley was shaken up but was not injured during the hold-up.
The investigation is continuing.
DATE / TIME: January 30, 2006
CRIME / INCIDENT: Fetal Death
VICTIM: Jane Doe
On 1/30/2006 an autopsy was conducted on the fetus. The cause of death will be pending metabolic and toxicological studies. The fetus was determined to be female.
DATE / TIME: January 29, 2006
CRIME / INCIDENT: Minor Decoy Operation
LOCATION: Shasta County
On 1/29/2006 members of the Shasta County Sheriff's Office and Alcoholic Beverage Control conducted a Minor Decoy Operation in the unicorporated area of Shasta County and the City of Anderson. Today 23 ABC off-sale licensed premises were visited and not one sold alcohol to the minor decoy. It would appear that local off-sale ABC licensed businesses are taking a strong stance against selling alcohol to minors. This would be consistent with out office having reduced calls for service for Minors in Possession of alcohol. We would like to take a minute to thank local area businesses for their outstanding job of not selling alcohol to kids. We believe the success of the program is directly related to owners and their employees continued in "carding" minors. The funding for this program is through a A.B.C. grant given to the Shasta County Sheriff's Office.
DATE / TIME: January 27, 2006
CRIME / INCIDENT: Fetal Death
VICTIM: Baby Doe
On 1/27/2006 at approximately 1400 hrs., the Shasta County Coroner's Office was advised of a fetus being found in sewage clean out at Win River Casino. The fetus was recovered and transported to the Coroner's Office. The initial examination of the fetus suggests the fetus was in mature and non-viable. An autopsy is tentatively scheduled for Monday to determine gender and age.
DATE / TIME: January 26, 2006
CRIME / INCIDENT: Homicide
LOCATION: 20181 Hudson St., Burney
VICTIM: Stanley Michael Fisher
On 1/26/06 at 0830 hrs., a post mortem examination was conducted on Stanley Michael Fisher. Forensic Pathologist Dr. Susan Comfort was able to determine that Fisher died from a stab wound to the chest. Toxicology testing is still pending.
DATE / TIME: January 25, 2006
CRIME / INCIDENT: Fatal Vehicle Accident
LOCATION: S/B I-5 jso Loma Vista Overpass
VICTIM: Pending notification of next of kin
The victim of the fatal motorcycle vs. truck acident on 1/25/06 at 1233 hrs., was driving his motorcycle northbound in the southbound lane of I-5 and collided with a semi-truck and trailer. the victim was declared dead at the scene. A post mortem examination will be conducted this week. For further accident information contact the California Highway Patrol at 530-242-3210
DATE / TIME: January 25, 2006
CRIME / INCIDENT: Homicide
LOCATION: 20181 Hudson St. Burney
VICTIM: Stanley Michael Fisher, WMA
SUSPECT: Steven Arthur Bautista
The Sheriff's Office has continued their investigation into the stabbing of Stanley Michael Fisher. Sheriff's Office personnel spent the day in the Intermountain area interviewing witnesses. Officers were able to locate Steven Bautista, the suspect in this case, at a residence off Highway 89 in Hat Creek. Steven Bautista cooperated with investigators and was interviewed regarding this incident. Due to the statements provided by witnesses, and information received from Bautista on today's date, Bautista was not taken into custody as there is insufficient information to file charges.
The Sheriff's Office Major Crime Unit is continuing its investigation and will refer the case to the Shasta County District Attorney's Office for review upon the completion of the autopsy and the forensic examination of evidence from the scene.
DATE / TIME: January 24, 2006 @ 2030 hrs.
CRIME / INCIDENT: Homicide
LOCATION: 20181 Hudson St. Burney
VICTIM: Stanley Michael Fisher, WMA, DOB: 8/30/79
SUSPECT: Steven Arthur Bautista, MA, DOB 6/1/82, 5'5", 140 lbs, Bro eyes, blk hair
On January 24, 2006 at 2034 hrs., Sheriff's office personnel from the Burney Substation responded to an assault at the Burney Villa Apartments in Burney. Medical personnel arrived and began first aid to Stanley Fisher prior to the officer's arrival. Fisher had been in an altercation with Bautista at the Burney Villa Apartments during which time he collapsed. Fisher was transported to Mayer Memorial Hospital by ambulance where he was pronouned dead. Initial cause of death is unknown however, it appears he was a victim of stab wounds. The suspect was last seen fleeing the apartment wearing a camouflage jacket and white shorts. It is unknown if he has left the Burney area at this time. Investigators will be back in the Burney area on Wednesday, 1/25/06 conducting further investigations. Bautista is wanted for questioning regarding the incident. Anyone with information on Bautista is asked to contact the Shasta County Sheriff's Office at 530-245-6540
DATE / TIME: January 22, 2006 1600 - 2100 hrs.
CRIME / INCIDENT: Minor Decoy
LOCATION: Shasta County
On January 22, 2006 between 1600 and 2100 hours, members from the Shasta County Sheriff's Office ABC Unit conducted a "Minor Decoy" operation in the un-incorporated area of Shasta County, and the City of Shasta Lake. During this operation a Supervising Investigator from the State Department of ABC assisted. The above "Minor Decoy" operations are funded through a grant from ABC. Nine businesses were visited, and two business sold to the "Minor Decoy". The Shasta County Sheriff's Office would like to take a moment to thank the California Department of Alcohol Beverage Control for the funding, and local area ABC licensed businesses for their help in keeping alcohol out of the hands of kids. We would like to thank the seven strores that did not sell to the minor. The two stores that did sell to the minor were "Hidden Valley Market" in Jones Valley, and "Spirit Food Mart" located at 1725 Cascade Blvd.
DATE / TIME: January 22, 2006
CRIME / INCIDENT: Death Unknown
LOCATION: Jones Valley near Clikapudi
VICTIM: Unknown
On January 21, 2006 at 1430 hrs., a hiker in the area of Jones Valley near the Clikapudi drainage found skeletonize human remains. The remains were recovered January 22, 2006 at approximately 1020 hrs. The case is under investigation to determine the cause of death and the identification of the deceased.
DATE / TIME: January 22, 2006
CRIME / INCIDENT: Death Unknown
LOCATION: Jones Valley near Clikapudi
VICTIM: Unknown
On January 21, 2006 in the late afternoon a day hiker came across the skeletal remains of what appeared to be a human. The reporting party contacted the Sheriff's Office and directed officers into the location where the remains were discovered. Officers confirmed the remains were in fact human. Due to the time of day the lighting, the Sheriff's Office left the area and returned on today's date with Evidence Technicians, Investigators and the Coroners Office. The area the remains were discovered was a drainage that flowed into the Clikpudi Creek Cove of Shasta Lake. It is near the Clikapudi Trail, a commonly used area however not near a common walking area in vegetation not easily seen. The remains were approximately 1/2 mile from the Jones Valley Road
The remains appeared to have been at the loation for several months. There is no obvious indication of foul play, however an examination by the coroner will need to take place prior to the determination of a cause of death. It is unknown if the remains are male or female and no identification was found. Clothing located near the remains consisted of a pair of denim shorts and light colored polo shirt.
This is the same area that was burned during the Jones Fire. Nothing indicated this death was related to the fire. Anyone with information or knowledge of the identity of the remains or circumstances surrounding this death is encouraged to call the Shasta County Sheriff's Office Investigations at (530) 245-6135.
DATE / TIME: January 20, 2006
CRIME / INCIDENT: Robbery, Assault with firearm on person
LOCATION: 20116 Accident Lane
VICTIM(S): Oscar Gordillo, HMA
Julian Hernandez Vasques, HMA
Juan Rivera Vasquez, HMA
Christino Silva, HMA
SUSPECT(S): Guillermo Gonzales Mejia, HMA, DOB: 3/30/75, AL/A093115980
Juan Carlos Islas Miranda, HMA, DOB 3/30/75
AL/A094217095
Cornelio Gonzales Meneses, HMA, DOB: 7/9/84
AL/A093279856
On January 20, 2006 at approximately 2335 hrs., the above listed victims reported to the Shasta County Sheriff's Office that they had been assaulted with firearms and were robbed of their pay checks which had just been received from Lassen Canyon Nursery, Inc. The suspects are known to the victims as they worked together and shared a common residence. After the robbery the suspects fled in two vehicles.
1. Sil/Gry early 90's Honda Accord 4-door, Ca. plates
2. Red/Bur Ford Arrowstar Van w/cream color passenger door, CA. plates.
New information revealed the suspects and vehicles could be in the Corning, Ca. area with suspect #2's brother (NFI). There is also information that the suspect may travel to Fresno County.
The victims were all treated and released by the hospital for their injuries.
This office did not put out a Code 20 or press release before now due to information that the suspects might pick up pay checks on 1/22/06. Any questions contact Detective Steve Grashoff at (530)-245-6025
DATE / TIME: January 20, 2006
CRIME / INCIDENT: Burglary
LOCATION: Pembrook @ Westminster
SUSPECT(S): Tyler Joe Collins WMA
Wesley Dean Kennedy WMA, City of Shasta Lake
SUSPECT VEHICE: 87 Blu Ford F150 pickup
CA: 2L61289
On January 19, 2006, at approximately 2211 hours., Shasta County Sheriff's Deputies were conducting a patrol check in the area of Windsor Estates, in the new construction area in the City of Shasta Lake. A suspicious vehicle was observed backed into an open garage area of a house under construction. The subjects were contacted and found to be burglarizing the residence for construction materials. Both subjects were arrested for Burglary and Possession of Burglary tools. During a search of the suspect's vehicle a loaded concealed firearm was found, Collins was also booked for possession of a concealed firearm. Kennedy was found to have a Felony Warrant for possession of methamphetamine, a hypodermic needle was found when a search of his person was conducted.
Further investigation led the deputies to a location on La Mesa in the City of Shasta Lake. During a search of that location, numerous construction tools/equipment as well as building materials were found and believed to be stolen from local construction sites. The equipment found was booked into the Shasta County Evidence locker.
Shasta County Sheriffs Investigation Division will investigate further. Anyone with information regarding the suspects, the listed vehicle or stolen construction equipment/property are urged to contact Detective Wes Collette at the Shasta County Sheriff's Investigation Division at 530-245-6135.
DATE / TIME: January 13, 2006
NEWS RELEASE
On January 11, 2006, while attending the Campaign Against Marijuana Planting (CAMP) annual training/planning conference in South Lake Tahoe, the Shasta County Sheriff's Office Marijuana Eradication Team (MET) and the North State Initiative California Multi-Jurisdictional Methamphetamine Enforcement Team (NSI CAL-MMET) received awards and special recognition from CAMP and the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) for outstanding marijuana eradication and investigative efforts during 2005, in which Shasta County led the state with the seizure of over 218,000 marijuana plants.
Headed by the California Department of Justice, Bureau of Narcotic Enforcement, the CAMP program holds its conference in January each year to provide a forum for information sharing, training, team building/recongnition, and in preparation for the next marijuana growing season.
NSI CAL-MMET's investigation into Mexican National Drug Trafficking Organization (DTO) responsible for the large scale cultivation/distribution of marijuana on public, commercial, and private lands was truly a cooperative effort that would not have been possible without assistance from the Bureau of Narcotic Enforcement (BNE), Bureau of Land Management (BLM), Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), Shasta County MET, the Shasta Interagency Narcotic Task Force (SINTF), the Tehama/Glenn Methamphetamine Enforcement Team (TAGMET), the California Highway Patrol (CHP), CAMP, the United State Forrest Service (USFS), and the National Park Service (NPS).
NSI CAL-MMET's multi-jurisdictional investigation ultimately led to the disruption of Mexican National DTO's Operating in the North State with the arrest of fourteen individuals. Seizures attributed to the investigation included over 105,000 marijuana plants, 135 pounds of processed marijuana, 342 grams of methamphetamine, and seven firearms, including SKS and AK47 style assault rifles located in marijuana gardens.
For further information contact Shasta County Sheriff's Lt. Tim McDonald at 530-510-8825 or for information regarding CAMP, please contact BNE Senior Special Agent in Charge Jim Parker at 530-224-4750.
DATE / TIME: January 11, 2006
CRIME/INCIDENT: Felony Evading
LOCATION: North St. @ Douglas St. Anderson
VICTIM: State of California
SUSPECT: Nicholas J. Marquez, WMA, 18 yrs.
On 1/11/06 at approximately 0100 hrs., deputies attempted a traffic stop on a vehicle driven by Nicholas Marquez for vehicle code violations. Marquez failed to yield and a pursuit was initiated on Lake Blvd. near Oasis Rd., in Redding. The pursuit continued southbound on to Old Oregon Trail from Highway 299. The pursuit continued southbound on to Airport Rd., where the Redding Police Department attempted to use a spike strip to stop the fleeing vehicle. The pursuit continued southbound on to North St. from Airport Rd. Another attempt to use a spike strip was made by the Anderson Police Department at the North St. Bridge, but this was not successful either. The pursuit ended when Marquez collided with two parked vehicles and a power pole on North St. near Douglas St. in Anderson.
Marquez was transported to Mercy Medical Center for treatment of minor injuries. He was later released and booked into the Shasta County Jail.
DATE / TIME: January 10, 2006
CRIME/INCIDENT: S.A.G.E. Operation
LOCATION: City of Shasta Lake
On 1/10/06 from 1700 hrs., to 2300 hrs., member of the Shasta Anti-Gang Enforcement (S.A.G.E.) Unit conducted an operation in and around the City of Shasta Lake. During this operation 108 persons were contacted, 45 seraches were done, and 9 arrests were made. S.A.G.E. is made up of a variety of local, state and federal agencies dedicated to sending one message to gang members, gangs will not be tolerated in our community. The commitment from law enforcement department heads has continued to spearhead this unit.
During the above operation 1/4 oz of marijuana was found inside the "Wonderland Tavern Bar". A citation was issued to the patron who claimed the marijuana, who had also been smoking it on the bar premises. 1 oz of marijuana was also seized at the Shasta Dam overlook. One person was cited for that marijuana. In both cases the suspects cited claimed the marijuana was not for medical use. In the case of the Wonderland Tavern the report will be forwarded to the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control for review of a limited license suspension. If you have any questions please feel free to contact Captain Tom Bosenko, or Captain Denis Carroll.
DATE / TIME: January 6, 2006 @ 0730 hrs.
CRIME/INCIDENT: Fatal Vehicle Accident
LOCATION: Oak Run Rd. to Fern Rd.
VICTIM(S): Jeffrey Allan Crawford, 49 yrs
On 1/5/06 an autopsy was conducted on the decedent to determine the cause of death. At the completion of the autopsy Dr. Comfort did issue a cause of death of drowning due to blunt force injuries.
The accident is under investigation by the California Highway Patrol.
DATE / TIME: January 6, 2006 @ 0730 hrs.
CRIME/INCIDENT: Fatal Vehicle Accident
LOCATION: Oak Run Rd. to Fern Rd.
VICTIM(S): Jeffrey Allan Crawford, 49 yrs
On 1/5/06 an autopsy was conducted on the decedent to determine the cause of death. At the completion of the autopsy Dr. Comfort did issue a cause of death of drowning due to blunt force injuries.
The accident is under investigation by the California Highway Patrol.
DATE / TIME: January 6, 2006 @ 0105 hrs.
CRIME/INCIDENT: Homicide / Attempted Murder
LOCATION: 13658 Volbrecht Way, Oak Run
VICTIM(S): #1 Ila Lavine Millner (mother) 44 yrs
#2 Male Juvenile, (son) 16 yrs.
SUSPECT: James William Millner Jr. (father) 48 yrs.
On 1/6/06 at 0105 hrs., SHASCOM Dispatch received a report of a shooting at a residence at 13658 Volbrecht Way in Oak Run. Officers with the Shasta County Sheriff's Office proceeded enroute to Oak Run and while driving on Silver Bridge Road just north of Hwy 44 (Palo Cedro), intercepted two vehicles driving towards Redding. One of the vehicles contained the 16 yrs old victim and a friend who were enroute to the hospital to seek treatment for bullet wounds to the 16 yrs old. The second vehicle contained the suspect James Millner, Jr., who was following the victim and his friend. James Millner was taken into custody at this loctaion for the shooting. The 16 yr. old victim was transported to Mercy Hospital for treatment.
Officers continued to the Millner residence where the 911 call originated and at this location discovered Ila Millner, the wife of James, deceased in the residence. The 16 yrs old son underwent surgery at Mercy Medical Center. His condition is stable and he is resting from surgery for a single gunshot wound to the abdomen. Officers are presently at the Millner residence and will be conducting crime scene work at that location throughout the day. The two vehicles were impounded and will be examined. Family members who witnessed the shooting or were at the residence are presently being interviewed by Major Crimes Investigators. James Millner is presently in custody and being interviewed by investigators. He will then be booked into the Shasta County Jail on charges of Murder and Attempted Murder.
DATE / TIME: January 4, 2006 @ 1750 hrs
CRIME/INCIDENT: Fatal Vehicle Accident
LOCATION: Oak Run Rd. to Fern Rd.
VICTIM: Jeffrey Allan Crawford 49 yrs.
On 1/4/06 at approximately 1120 hrs., a single vehicle accident was discovered and reported. The accident was at Oak Run to Fern Rd. at Clover Creek. The vehicle left the roadway and landed in the creek. Due to the swift water in the creek the Shasta County Sheriff's Office swift water rescue team was called out to assist in the recovery of the decendent. An autopsy is tentatively scheduled for January 9, 2006
The accident is under investigation by the California Highway Patrol.
DATE / TIME: January 4, 2006 @ 1645 hrs.,
CRIME/INCIDENT: 245 PC
LOCATION: Shelter Oak Lane, Cottonwood
VICTIM: Mildred Romans
SUSPECT: Unknown
Deputies responded to a report of a shooting on Shelter Oaks Lane, Cottonwood. The victim reported on a male adult shot her vehicle and another threatened her with a knife. The victim fled without injury. Shasta County Sheriff's SWAT Team responded to the location and searched the residence and area for the suspects. The residence was vacant and the suspects were not located. The investigation is ongoing. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Shasta County Sheriff's Office.
Tom Bosenko,
Sheriff-Coroner
1525
Court Street, Redding, California 96001
(530) 245-6165
Fax (530) 245-6054
sheriff@co.shasta.ca.us
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