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Sacramento Solano

Grand Jury Reportedly Indicts Vallejo Man for Alleged Illegal Possession of Firearm

SACRAMENTO, CA — “A federal grand jury returned a one-count indictment today against Dequan Lamar Mitchell, 22, of Vallejo, charging him with being a felon in possession of a firearm,

Tulare

Juvenile Arrested at Visalia Mall for Displaying Replica Firearm

VISALIA, CA – “Teen Arrested at Visalia Mall After Report of Firearm Just after 2:30 p.m., Visalia Mall security was notified of a 15-year-old male who was possibly carrying a

Tulare

Visalia Police Seize Methamphetamine and Arrest Suspect Following Struggle

VISALIA, CA – On the morning of February 12, 2026, members of the Visalia Police Department’s HOPE Team and patrol officers responded to a report of potential narcotics activity in

Tulare

Porterville Resident Arrested on Multiple Felony Sexual Offense Charges

PORTERVILLE, CA – In December 2025, officers with the Porterville Police Department initiated an investigation following reports of a sexual relationship between an adult male and a juvenile female victim.

Santa Cruz

Watsonville Traffic Stop Leads to Felony Gun Arrest

SANTA CRUZ, CA – “🚨Unregistered Handgun Removed from the Streets!🚨 Early this morning, a CHP officer conducted a traffic stop in Watsonville, leading to a significant discovery. Inside the vehicle,

Santa Cruz

CHP Arrests Two for Child Endangerment and DUI on Highway 1

SANTA CRUZ, CA – “🚨 Parents Arrested for Child Endangerment 🚨 On Saturday evening, CHP officers observed a troubling situation on HWY 1 when they noticed a vehicle blocking the

San Luis Obispo

San Luis Obispo Man Arrested Following SWAT Activation

SAN LUIS OBISPO, CA – On Friday, February 6, 2026, officers with the San Luis Obispo Police Department were dispatched to an apartment located in the 900 block of Monterey

San Francisco

SFPD Investigates Fatal Shooting on Harrison Street

SAN FRANCISCO, CA – The San Francisco Police Department’s Homicide Detail has launched an investigation following a fatal shooting in the city’s Southern District. On February 9, 2026, at approximately

Monterey

Midnight Patrol Thwarts Burglary Crew: Trio in Custody

Carmel, CA – “** Update ** A few burglaries have been linked to these subjects now. Thanks for the calls Carmel!*** While you were sleeping (hopefully) your midnight patrol team

Sacramento

Felony DV Suspect Arrested after Hours-Long Armed Standoff

  “On Thursday morning, just before 11 a.m.,  Sacramento Sheriff’s deputies responded to a domestic violence incident on the 4300 block of McRoberts Drive in Mather. The suspect, 64-year-old Rickey

Alameda

One Home Invasion Suspect in Custody, Second Suspect Sought

– By Jim Emerson BERKELEY, CA  — Police detectives are still searching for a second suspect involved in a home invasion and shooting last month. One suspect arrested on February

Alameda

Transient Arrested Again After Violent Shell Gas Station Robbery Attempt in Berkeley

– By Jim Emerson BERKELEY, CA — A transient troublemaker in-and-out of jail frequently was arrested again this month in Berkeley. Ronald Smith, 32, remains in custody at Alameda County

Madera

Madera Man Allegedly Caught with Large Cache of Firearms, Ammunition

MADERA, CA — “Earlier this afternoon, the Madera Police Department received a report of gunshots fired in the 1700 block of Storey Road. Officers responded to the scene and encountered

Shasta

Redding Man Accused of Driving Drunk and Intentionally Striking Multiple Pedestrians

REDDING, CA — “On February 8, 2026, at about 3:00 p.m., Redding Police Department officers responded to a residential neighborhood on Reservoir Lane in Redding following reports that a vehicle

Breaking News Sonoma

Santa Rosa Man Arrested for the Alleged Illegal Manufacturing of Firearms

SANTA ROSA, CA — “Recently, detectives with the Santa Rosa Police Department (SRPD) Property Crimes Investigations Team (PCI) have been investigating Joshua Penuelas, a 22-year-old resident of Cloverdale, for suspected

Marin

$160K Recovered After Investigation Links Bank Insider to Marin County Robberies

– By Jim Emerson NOVATO, CA — Multiple investigations coalesced in arrests of three suspects implicated in robberies of bank customers who withdrew large sums of cash. One of the

Butte

Traffic Stop in Chico Leads to Firearm & Drug Arrest

CHICO, CA — “On February 8, 2026, at approximately 8:26 p.m., a Butte County Sheriff’s Office (BCSO) deputy conducted a traffic enforcement stop near the intersection of Warner Street and

Tuolumne

Transient Man Arrested in Connection with Illegal, Hazardous Garbage Dump in Jamestown

JAMESTOWN, CA — “On September 29, 2025, at around 8 am, the Tuolumne County Sheriff’s Office received a call about a transient camp belonging to Luke Thomas Seagraves behind the

Fresno

Statewide VICE Trafficking Prevention Operation Leads to Two Arrests in Fresno County

FRESNO, CA — “On Wednesday, January 18,2026, as part of National Human Trafficking Prevention Month, the Fresno Police Department participated in a statewide VICE operation targeting human traffickers, sex purchasers,

Breaking News Sacramento

Mail Theft Suspect Nabbed in Folsom

FOLSOM, CA  — FEBRUARY 20TH 2026 “Just before 3:30 a.m. on February 6, Folsom Police officers responded to the 1900 block of Horseshoe Glen Circle for a report of a

Santa Cruz

Authorities Seek Silver Toyota 4Runner in January Hit-and-Run

WATSONVILLE, CA-The Watsonville Police Department is seeking public assistance to identify a vehicle and driver involved in a hit-and-run collision that occurred in late January. According to official reports, the

Breaking News San Diego

SDPD Shuts Down Illegal Gambling Operation in Teralta West

SAN DIEGO, CA — FEBRUARY 5TH 2026 “On February 4, 2026, SDPD executed a search warrant in the Teralta West neighborhood following an investigation into an illegal gambling operation linked

San Bernardino

Apple Valley Cold Case: Suspect Arrested for 2016 Murder

APPLE VALLEY, CA– The San Bernardino County Sheriff-Coroner Department has announced an arrest in connection with a homicide investigation dating back to 2016. On February 3, 2026, investigators arrested 27-year-old

Lassen

Lassen County Authorities Investigate Reported Gunfire near Elementary School

SUSANVILLE, CA — Lassen County authorities have reportedly opened an investigation into shots fired near an elementary school last month. According to a press release, deputies with the Lassen County

Breaking News San Mateo

Convicted Felon Allegedly Caught with Firearm During Traffic Stop in San Mateo

SAN MATEO, CA — “On February 7, 2026, at approximately 5:20pm, an SMPD officer conducted a traffic stop in the area of S. Norfolk St. and Royal Ave. on a

Santa Clara

Milpitas Police Arrest Suspect in Connection with Nov. 2025 Mail Theft

MILPITAS, CA — “Back in November 2025, Milpitas police officers investigated a mailroom theft at the 1800-Block of S. Milpitas Blvd after two suspects were caught on surveillance cameras stealing

Monterey

Monterey County Sheriff’s Office Investigates Human Remains Found in Carmel Valley

MONTEREY COUNTY, CA  — The Monterey County Sheriff’s Office has initiated an investigation following the discovery of human remains in an unincorporated section of Carmel Valley. On January 29, 2026,

Inyo

Bishop CHP Arrests Suspect Following 9-1-1 Misuse; Firearms and Controlled Substances Seized

BISHOP, CA — FEBRUARY 5TH 2026 “On February 4,2026, the Bishop Communication Center received numerous misused 9-1-1 calls for a nonemergency related event. The suspect was located later that day

Breaking News Sacramento

Felon with Firearm Arrested by Sacramento Gang Suppression Unit

SACRAMENTO COUNTY, CA  — FEBRUARY 7TH 2026 “On Thursday evening, Sheriff’s Gang Suppression Unit Detectives attempted to stop 32-year-old Albert Green, for a vehicle code violation, but Green refused to

Ventura

Grocery Store Tequila Thief Arrested in Thousand Oaks

– By F. Scott Faulkner THOUSAND OAKS, CA   — February 4, 2026 A shoplifting attempt at a Thousand Oaks grocery store turned violent when a suspect allegedly shoved an employee

Santa Barbara

Million-dollar Bail for Sexual Abuse Suspect in Santa Maria

– By F. Scott Faulkner SANTA MARIA, CA  — January 30, 2026  Ernest James Lattimer, 79, of Santa Maria is accused of sexually abusing children for years inside a home-based

Santa Barbara

Birnam Wood Golf Course Battery Incident Ends in Arrest

– By F. Scott Faulkner SANTA BARBARA, CA  — January 30, 2026 A 70-year-old Carpinteria man who reportedly threatened people with a weapon at a Birnam Wood Golf Club in

Tulare

Visalia Police Detain Suspect Following Linked Hit-and-Run and Assault on South Lovers Lane

VISALIA, CA — FEBRUARY 4TH 2026 UPDATED PRESS RELEASE:  “The Visalia Police Department has identified the victim and suspect in the fatal assault that occurred yesterday at an apartment complex

Breaking News Stanislaus

Stanislaus County Authorities Arrest 73 in Annual Multi-Agency Human Trafficking Operation

STANISLAUS COUNTY, CA  — In a decisive blow against local exploitation, the Stanislaus County Sheriff’s Office Human Exploitation and Trafficking (H.E.A.T.) Task Force has announced the conclusion of “Operation Reclaim

Santa Cruz

Two Juveniles Arrested in Connection With January Shooting and Attempted Murder

WATSONVILLE,CA-“Two 17-year-olds have been arrested in connection with an attempted murder following an operation this morning. Detectives, with the help of our local law enforcement partners, served several search warrants

San Bernardino

San Bernardino County Authorities Conduct Targeted Crime Suppression Under Operation Consequences

SAN BERNARDINO, CA — Between January 26, 2026, and February 1, 2026, the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department conducted a series of law enforcement actions under the designation Operation Consequences.

Butte

Magalia Man Arrested for Alleged Felony Meth Possession During Traffic Stop

MAGALIA, CA — “On February 2, 2026, at approximately 11:40 p.m., a Butte County Sheriff’s Office (BCSO) deputy on patrol in Magalia conducted a traffic stop on a white Chevrolet

Los Angeles

Glendale Special Education Assistant Arrested on Suspicion of Child Sex Abuse

GLENDALE, CA — “On December 19, 2025, Glendale Police Department officers responded to a report involving a student who disclosed sexual abuse by an agency-contracted special education assistant at a

Madera

Madera County Man Arrested on Suspicion of Attempted Carjacking

MADERA, CA — “Tonight, Officer Barajas was flagged down by the victim of an attempted carjacking that had just occurred in the area of Yosemite Ave. and N. B St.

Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Deputy Arrested after Embezzlement Allegations

– By F. Scott Faulkner SANTA BARBARA COUNTY, CA  — FEBRUARY 3RD 2026 A Santa Barbara Sheriff’s Department custody sergeant is accused of stealing thousands of dollars in public funds.

Santa Barbara

Alert Customer Helps Cops Thwart Home Depot Burglary

– By F. Scott Faulkner GOLETA, CA — JANUARY 29TH 2026 Suspicious behavior in the parking lot of a Home Depot prompted a sheriff’s response that led to the arrest

Breaking News Santa Barbara

SBPD Arrests Parolee After Downtown Parking Lot Dispute Escalates to Assault

– By F. Scott Faulkner SANTA BARBARA, CA  — February 4, 2026 A heated argument in a downtown Santa Barbara parking lot escalated into violence on the night of February

Alameda

Fugitive Arrested for Attempted Murder of a San Francisco Officer

– By Jim Emerson OAKLAND, CA — A fugitive pursued from San Francisco to Oakland remains in custody at Alameda County Santa Rita Jail. Joseph C. Willis, 26, of San

Los Angeles

Juvenile Suspects Arrested in Connection with Alleged Armed Robbery in Culver City

CULVER CITY, CA — “On February 1, 2026, Culver City Police officers arrested three juvenile suspects in connection with a robbery that occurred near the southeast corner of Sepulveda Boulevard

San Joaquin

San Joaquin Deputies Credit K9 Jet for Locating Hiding in Crawl Space Under Home

SAN JOAQUIN COUNTY, CA — “Deputies responded to a burglary in progress after a homeowner called to report his back door had been vandalized and he could hear someone inside.

Sonoma

Multiple Suspects Arrested After Man Allegedly Tries to Sell Unregistered Rifle

HEALDSBURG, CA — “On Saturday January 17th, Healdsburg Police Officers received information that there was a subject attempting to sell an AK-47 style rifle. Through investigative means Officers set up

Yolo

Yolo County Deputy Recovers Stolen Handgun Following Motorcycle Traffic Stop

DUNNIGAN, CA — FEBRUARY 2ND 2026 “On January 30 at approximately 10:02 p.m., a Yolo County Sheriff’s Deputy conducted a traffic stop on a motorcycle traveling northbound on Interstate 5

Tulare

Five Arrested in Visalia Human Trafficking Enforcement Operation

VISALIA, CA  — Detectives from the Tulare County Sheriff’s Office and the Porterville Police Department conducted a two-day human sex trafficking operation in the Visalia area on January 30 and

Santa Cruz

Juvenile Taken into Custody Following Recovery of Unserialized Handgun and Drugs

SANTA CRUZ, CA — JANUARY 31ST 2026 “Last night in Santa Cruz, a traffic stop by a CHP officer revealed more than what meets the eye. The 21-year-old driver was

San Diego

Suspect Arrested in Oceanside Area Hit-and-Run Involving 13-Year-Old

OCEANSIDE, CA — JANUARY 31ST 2026 “UPDATE: SUSPECT HAS BEEN ARRESTED ************************** On Friday, January 30, 2026, at approximately 7:40 p.m., officers with the Oceanside Police Department responded to the

San Bernardino

Law Enforcement Conducts Retail Theft Suppression Operation in Rancho Cucamonga

RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA — Investigators from multiple law enforcement agencies conducted a retail theft suppression operation in Rancho Cucamonga between January 17, 2026, and January 30, 2026. Known as “Operation

Riverside

Two Arrested in Murrieta Homicide Investigation

MURRIETA, CA — The Murrieta Police Department has announced the arrest of two individuals in connection with a homicide investigation that began earlier this year. On January 13, 2026, at

Marin News

Four Suspects Arrested in Novato: Allegedly Ransacked a Vacant House and Vandalized Vehicles

– By Jim Emerson NOVATO, CA — Three men and a 17-year-old male allegedly ransacked a vacant house in Novato, and vandalized nearby vehicles with spray paint. The four suspects

Sacramento

Two Arrested for Identity Theft at Folsom Area Car Dealership

FOLSOM, CA  — FEBRUARY 4TH 2026 “On February 3, Folsom Police officers responded to a local car dealership following a report of two individuals attempting to purchase a vehicle using

Placer

Homicide Investigation – 1200 block of Hillwood Loop in Lincoln

LINCOLN, CA  –FEBRUARY 4TH 2026 “Release Number 2026-01 On February 3, 2026, shortly before 6:00 p.m., the Lincoln Police Department received a 911 call from a male individual reporting that

Contra Costa

Man Arrested Accused of Fatal Hit-and-Run in Antioch

– By Jim Emerson ANTIOCH, CA  — Jamir B. Wilson, a 26-year-old man with ties to Antioch and Pittsburg, faces charges involving a hit-and-run accident causing death. Wilson was placed

San Joaquin Yuba

Stockton Family Reportedly Pleads Guilty in Heroin Trafficking Case

YUBA COUNTY, CA — JANUARY 28TH 2026 “A multi-agency investigation led by the Yuba County Sheriff’s Office and the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) has resulted in guilty pleas from three

Kern

Large Amounts of Cannabis, Psychedelic Mushrooms Reportedly Seized in Drug Raid

BAKERSFIELD, CA — JANUARY 26TH 2026 “DEA agents, along with detectives from the California Highway Patrol and Bakersfield Police Department assigned to the DEA Task Force, conducted a coordinated investigation

Tuolumne

Tuolumne County Authorities Arrest Suspect for Alleged Fentanyl Sales

JAMESTOWN, CA — JANUARY 30TH 2026 “The Tuolumne Narcotics Team (TNT) has been conducting a long-term investigation into David Junior Castanon, who operates under the alias “Rico Smoove”, for the

Placer

Roseville Theft Suspect Outrun by Marathon-Running Officer

ROSEVILLE, CA  — “On February 2, officers responded to a theft from a business on Fairway Drive. With help from our Real Time Crime Center, the suspect vehicle was quickly

Placer

Fentanyl Dealer Convicted of Murder for the Death of a Local Man

ROSEVILLE, CA  – FEBRUARY 3RD 2026 “Today, the Placer County District Attorney’s Office announced that 44-year-old Brandon Garner was convicted of second-degree murder as it relates to a local fentanyl

Contra Costa

Shooting Suspect Held in Lieu of $1 Million Bond for Attempted Murder in Antioch

– By Jim Emerson ANTIOCH, CA — Police investigating a shooting in Antioch arrested 43-year-old Jonta L. Davenport, of Oakley, for attempted murder. Davenport was apprehended and booked into the

Sacramento

“Punjabi Devils” Founder Pleaded Guilty to Firearms Dealing

SACRAMENTO,CA — FEBRUARY 2ND 2026 “Jashanpreet Singh, 27, of Lodi, pleaded guilty today to unlawfully dealing firearms and unlawfully possessing a machine gun, U.S. Attorney Eric Grant announced. According to

Solano

Man Accused of Driving Drunk, Crashing into Two-Story Home

FAIRFIELD, CA — “On January 31 at around 6:24 pm, Dispatch received notice that a vehicle had collided into a two-story home in the 5300 block of Fields Court. The

Los Angeles

Multiple Suspects Identified, Evidence Recovered in Transnational Organized Crime Investigation

LOS ANGELES, CA — “On January 21, 2026, Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) Detectives assigned to Rampart Division and with assistance from LAPD Wilshire Division Detectives, the Glendale Police Department,

Orange

Riverside Man Accused of Driving Drunk, Causing Collision That Resulted in Death of Pregnant Woman

ANAHEIM, CA — “Anaheim Police officers have arrested Daniel Ramos, a 24-year-old resident of Riverside, on suspicion of felony driving under the influence and vehicular manslaughter in connection with a

Sutter

Meth Arrest in Yuba City: K-9 Sniff Leads to Drug Seizure

YUBA CITY, CA  — Sutter County deputies conducted a traffic stop on January 28, 2026, near the intersection of La Grande and Mariposa in Yuba City. The stop was initiated

San Diego

Juvenile Arrested for Attempted Murder Following Oceanside Stabbing

OCEANSIDE, CA — Officers with the Oceanside Police Department responded to reports of a stabbing on January 29, 2026, in the vicinity of Seagaze Drive and Cleveland Street. The incident

San Bernardino

Barstow CHP Arrests Driver for DUI Following Reckless Driving Report

BARSTOW, CA – JANUARY 30TH 2026 “A CHP Barstow Area officer operating a Specially Marked Patrol Vehicle responded to a report of a reckless driver (CVC 23103) and located the

Riverside

Two Arrested in Palm Springs for Fraudulent Solicitation Scheme

PALM SPRINGS, CA — Officers with the Palm Springs Police Department (PSPD) arrested two individuals on January 28, 2026, following reports of a fraudulent solicitation scheme at the intersection of

Sacramento

Loaded Firearm and Narcotics Seized During Traffic Stop Near Stockton Boulevard; Suspect Detained

SOUTH SACRAMENTO, CA  — “Central Division Patrol Deputies conducted a traffic stop near Stockton Boulevard and Fruitridge Road in South Sacramento Feb. 2 for a vehicle code violation. The driver,

Sacramento

Man Arrested with Rifle on Rancho Cordova RT Bus

RANCHO CORDOVA, CA  — “On Friday afternoon, (Jan. 30) Deputies assigned to Sacramento Regional Transit District responded to Routier Road and Ellenwood Drive in Rancho Cordova, after a tip came

Placer

Mail Theft Suspects Caught in Rocklin

ROCKLIN, CA  — FEBRUARY 2ND 2026 “On Saturday afternoon, officers investigated a shoplifting incident at Ulta. The suspects were identified as having been involved in prior shoplifting incidents, proving that

Sacramento

Retail Theft “Blitz” Nets Three in Folsom

FOLSOM, CA  — “On Wednesday, January 28, the Folsom Police Department Special Investigations Unit, working in collaboration with patrol operations and a national retailer located in our city, conducted an

Tulare

Visalia Resident Arrested Following Hammer Assault and Brief Police Pursuit

VISALIA, CA — Officers from the Visalia Police Department responded to a report of an assault with a deadly weapon in the 1700 block of South Central Street at approximately

Tulare

Multi-Agency Investigation Dismantles Organized Mail and Identity Theft Ring

TULARE, CA — The Tulare Police Department Street Crimes Unit has announced the arrest of three individuals following a multi-month investigation into an organized mail and identity theft operation. The

Stanislaus

High-Tech Heist Fails: Stolen Tesla Tracked and Recovered in Modesto

ELK GROVE, CA – JANUARY 28TH 2026 “Last night, the @chp_modesto arrested this individual after they stole someone’s Tesla in Elk Grove. Thieves, stealing a Tesla a is not very

Santa Cruz

Investigation Links Found Firearm to December Campus Assault

SANTA CRUZ, CA – JANUARY 28TH 2026 “Update: Aptos High School Campus Incident The Santa Cruz County Sheriff’s Office is providing the following update regarding the ongoing investigation involving Aptos

Riverside

Road Rage Response: High-Risk Stop Leads to Weapons Recovery at Mountain Gate Park

CORONA, CA – January 29th 2026 “Corona,Ca- On January 24, 2026 Corona Police officers responded to Mountain Gate Park regarding a brandishing a weapon call stemming from a road rage

Sacramento

Arrest Made in Capital Public Radio Embezzlement Case

SACRAMENTO COUNTY, CA  — JANUARY 29TH 2026 “On January 2, 2024, Sacramento County Sheriff’s Office Property Crimes detectives were notified of possible embezzlement involving Capital Public Radio (CapRadio). A routine

Alameda

Former School Principal Arrested, Charged with Stealing from Teachers

– By Jim Emerson OAKLAND,CA — A former school principal faces multiple charges for theft of wages from teachers, and other school employees in Castro Valley and Newark. Victor L.

Butte

4 Chico Residents Charged with Sexually Abusing Underage Girl

CHICO, CA — JANUARY 29TH 2026 “Chico residents Destiny Ferrini, Kyle Grinnell, Tycoreyan James, and Zachary Johnson are all in custody at the Butte County Jail on felony charges relating

Shasta

Shasta County Sex Offender Arrested for Alleged Possession of Weapon, Violation of Probation

REDDING, CA — “On Wednesday, January 28th, 2026, the Sheriff’s Office AB109/SAFE team, along with detectives from the Major Crimes Unit and officers from the Shasta County Probation Department, conducted

Orange

Anaheim Woman Accused of Murdering, Decapitating Boyfriend and Fleeing to Mexico Has Been Arrested

SANTA ANA, CA — An Anaheim woman accused of killing and decapitating her partner and fleeing to Mexico has been apprehended and returned to the United States to face charges,

Sacramento

Primary Player in Drug Ring Busted

January 30, 2026 Sacramento, CA — “Last June, Sacramento Police Department arrested a suspect for the sale of fentanyl. This arrest launched a larger investigation by SPD’s East Problem Oriented

San Francisco

Suspect Apprehended in Connection with January 15 Fatal Shooting on San Bruno Avenue

SAN FRANCISCO, CA — On January 15, 2026, at approximately 9:42 p.m., San Francisco Police Department officers arrived at the intersection of 16th Street and San Bruno Avenue following reports

News Placer

Beauty Store Bandit Sentenced to nearly 10 years

“ROSEVILLE, Calif. — On Jan. 22, 2026, the Honorable Judge Gazzaniga sentenced Andrew Morando, 23, to nine years and eight months in the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation for

San Bernardino

Lucerne Woman Arrested on Murder Charges Following Fatal Stabbing Incident on East End Road

LUCERNE, CA — On January 27, 2026, at approximately 9:26 p.m., deputies from the Victor Valley station responded to a report of a stabbing in the 40000 block of East

Monterey

Suspect in Foot Pursuit Arrested After Throwing Stolen Puppy at Deputy

SALINAS, CA — A recent pursuit just outside Salinas city limits ended in the arrest of a wanted man. At approximately 5:30 p.m. on January 26, 2026, Monterey County Sheriff’s

Calaveras

Valley Springs Man, 74, Arrested for Allegedly Making Criminal Threat Against Elementary School

VALLEY SPRINGS, CA — “The Calaveras County Sheriff’s Office is providing an update regarding the reported threat made against Jenny Lind Elementary School involving the school’s public address (PA) system.

Merced

Suspect Identified in Fatal Shooting in Merced; Felony Arrest Warrant Issued

MERCED, CA — “The Merced Police Department has identified the suspect in a homicide investigation as Moises Reyes. Reyes is wanted in connection with the fatal shooting of an 18-year-old

San Joaquin

Man Reportedly Arrested in Connection with “Afternoon Crime Spree” in Escalon

ESCALON, CA — “On January 22, our dispatch center received a report of a restraining order violation after a suspect returned to the victim’s residence intoxicated and demanded entry, despite

Imperial

GPS Tracking Leads to Arrest of Two Suspects Following Stolen Vehicle Pursuit in El Centro

EL CENTRO, CA – “Last night, El Centro Police Officers responded to a report of a silver Chevrolet Silverado that had just been stolen. Officers contacted the victim, who advised

San Benito

Multi-Agency Pursuit and Shooting Incidents End with Suspect Fatality in San Jose

SAN BENITO, CA – On January 21, 2026, multiple law enforcement agencies were involved in a series of shooting incidents and a multi-city pursuit following an armed carjacking. The incident

Monterey

Probationer and Parolee Arrested After Loaded Firearm Discovered During Traffic Stop

SALINAS, CA – “While on patrol in the area of East Market Street and Eucalyptus Drive, an officer observed a gray GMC Yukon commit a California Vehicle Code violation and

Mono

Two Arrested in Coleville Following Search Warrant and Embezzlement Investigation

COLEVILLE, CA – On January 16, 2026, the Mono County Sheriff’s Office executed a search warrant at a residence located in Coleville, California. The law enforcement action was part of

Napa

Felon Arrested After Napa Police Recover Unregistered Firearms During Patrol

NAPA, CA – “On 1/21/2026, While on patrol, a Napa Police officer observed a vehicle with a headlight out. Before a traffic stop could be initiated, the vehicle parked and

Amador

Two Arrested Following Sutter Creek Traffic Stop for DUI and Resisting Officers

SUTTER CREEK, CA  -“CAR STOP YIELDS MULTIPLE ARRESTS At approximately 7 pm yesterday, SCPD conducted a traffic stop on a white Buick SUV for a traffic violation. The driver, a

Tehama

Red Bluff Search Warrant Leads to Arrest and Seizure of Narcotics and Stolen Property

TAHEMA, CA – “🚨Press Release🚨 Tehama County Major Crimes Task Force Arrest On January 21, 2026, the Tehama County Major Crimes Task Force served a search warrant in the 1500

Tehama

Red Bluff Police Apprehend Suspect Following Pursuit and DUI Collision

RED BLUFF, CA – On January 24, 2026, at approximately 7:28 p.m., an officer with the Red Bluff Police Department initiated a vehicle pursuit following an attempted traffic stop in

Lake

Kelseyville Resident Charged with First-Degree Murder Following Death of Assault Victim

KELSEYVILLE, CA – The Lake County Sheriff’s Office has confirmed the death of 44-year-old Ayano Bonson following an incident in Kelseyville that occurred on January 16, 2026. According to official

Plumas

Plumas County Traffic Stop Leads to Narcotics and Firearm Seizure

PORTOLA, CA – “🚔 Arrest Made Following Traffic Stop and Probation Search along Highway 70 outside of Portola On the evening of January 16, 2026, a Plumas County patrol sergeant

News

Quadruple Homicide Deemed a Murder-Suicide

Sacramento, CA — “Just after 8:30 a.m. on Tuesday, January 27, 2026, Rancho Cordova Police officers responded to a report of possible gunshots in the 5400 block of Mill Water

Sacramento

Juvenile Arrested with AR-15

Sacramento, CA Jan. 29,m 2026 “A 17-year-old suspect threatened another juvenile during a video call while displaying a firearm and making statements about harming the victim. The victim believed the

Siskiyou

Siskiyou County Man Arrested for Alleged Transportation for Sale of Over 1,300 Pounds of Cannabis

SISKIYOU COUNTY, CA — JANUARY 27TH 2026 “Siskiyou County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 55 year old Shel Saunders of Fort Bragg, CA after he was found to be transporting 1,363 pounds

Butte

Butte County Man Convicted of Attempted Rape During Home Invasion

BUTTE COUNTY, CA —  JANUARY 22ND 2026 “A Butte County jury today found a Chico man guilty of attempted rape during a home invasion, assault with a deadly weapon, and

Glenn

SWAT Reportedly Discovers Barricaded Suspect Deceased

WILLOWS, CA — JANUARY 2ND 2026 “The Glenn County Sheriff’s Office responded to a call for a possible burglary located at an apartment complex on South Tehama Street in Willows

Lassen

Susanville Man, Incarcerated in Nevada, Sentenced for Attempted Murder Committed in California

LASSEN COUNTY, CA — JANUARY 22ND 2026 “COREY JAY CUTLER, 31, of Susanville, was sentenced today to an indeterminate term of life in prison. As previously shared, Cutler was found

Contra Costa

Man Arrested Following a Bizarre Disturbance in Antioch

– By Jim Emerson ANTIOCH, CA — 35 year old Jesse R. Cheroti was recently arrested for allegedly causing a bizarre disturbance outside an Antioch resident’s home. Cheroti was booked

Alameda

Two Suspects Charged for 3 Murders Outside an Oakland Liquor Store

– By Jim Emerson OAKLAND, CA — Homicide detectives arrested two suspects in connection with three fatal shootings outside an Oakland liquor store. Angelo L. Pharr, 37 of Stockton, was