Here are some selected incident reports from the Glenn County Sheriff’s Office.
Thursday, Nov. 11:
10:05 a.m., Eric Pippin, a landscaper, reported a burglary to an outbuilding at 4671 County Road FF, west of Orland. The property owner was out of state. Deputy Rasmussen responded and learned that sometime in the previous two weeks, unknown persons entered a locked shed and stole a large safe and the contents inside, and other items. Additional items were moved outside the building, but were not taken from the property. Also, a vehicle inside a locked barn was broken into by breaking out the passenger-side window, but it did not appear that anything had been taken. The loss was estimated at about $2,100. If additional items are found missing when the property owner, Wayne Birk, returns, he indicated he will contact Deputy Rasmussen.
10:38 a.m., staff at the Willows Care Center reported the expected death of Gary Reed, 75. He suffered from a pre-existing illness, and was entered into hospice care on Nov. 5. His next of kin, Debra Reed of Orland, was notified at the time of death. The decedent was released to the care of Sweet-Olsen Family Mortuary of Orland.
4:44 p.m., Deputy Ramirez contacted Arturo Barba at 459 North Butte Street, Willows. The deputy had prior knowledge that Barba had an outstanding felony warrant out of Glenn County, and this was confirmed by Glenn County Communications. Barba was arrested and transported to the Glenn County Jail for booking.
7:34 p.m., Deputy Turner conducted a traffic stop on a 2009 Ford Explorer on Sixth Avenue at Walsh Avenue, Capay District, for vehicle code violations. The deputy contacted the driver, Sabina Alvarado, who allegedly admitted she had been drinking and probably drank too much. California Highway Patrol officers responded to conduct a DUI evaluation. Alvarado was subsequently arrested for allegedly driving while under the influence.
8:57 p.m., while a Glenn County Sheriff’s vehicle was traveling on County Road 306, north of the Glenn-Colusa county line, a black bear jumped off an embankment at a run and struck the rear area of the vehicle’s driver’s door. The unit sustained minor damage. The bear ran into Stony Creek.
Friday, Nov. 12:
9:04 a.m., Leonel Gutierrez Chavez went to the Glenn County Sheriff’s Office lobby to report vandalism to his residence. Deputies contacted Chavez, who reported his son, Leonel Gutierrez Rodriguez, broke a window to his residence, which resulted in about $100 in damage. Chavez wanted to pursue the matter criminally and signed a private person’s arrest form against Rodriguez. Deputies responded to Chavez’s residence, at 661 County Road Y, Afton, and located Rodriguez, who admitted to the crime. Rodriguez was arrested without incident and was booked into the Glenn County Jail.
9:21 p.m., deputies responded to 725 South Tehama Street, Willows, to conduct a welfare check on Katherine Powell due to her knocking on her neighbors’ doors. Deputies arrived on scene and contacted Powell, who appeared to be intoxicated. Powell was unable to walk by herself and had slurred speech. Powell was allegedly refusing to obey lawful orders by the deputies and was subsequently placed under arrest for allegedly being drunk in public. Powell was transported to the Glenn County Jail, where she was later released without charges after she was sober.
Saturday, Nov. 13:
9:38 a.m., staff from Glenn Medical Center reported the expected death of Bernard Hardesty, 92, of Chico. The decedent suffered from pre-existing illnesses and was entered into comfort care on Nov. 8. Next of kin, Kathleen Nave (daughter), was notified at the time of death. The decedent will be released to the care of Brusie’s Funeral Home of Chico, who was to be contacted by GMC staff.
4:17 p.m., deputies were dispatched to a report of a shoplift at the Willows Walmart. Upon arrival, deputies contacted the reporting party and initiated an on-scene investigation. It was determined Brittnie Fonseca of Corning allegedly attempted to steal a total of $1,327.82 worth of merchandise. Walmart employees were able to stop Fonseca before she exited and recovered all of the merchandise. While on-scene, Glenn County Communications reported Fonseca had a total of five outstanding warrants issued for her arrest out of multiple counites. Fonseca was subsequently placed under arrest for felony shoplifting, grand theft and her outstanding warrants, and booked into the Glenn County Jail.
4:23 p.m., deputies were dispatched to the 300 block of North Sacramento Street in Willows for a report of a possible domestic disturbance. Sergeant Draper arrived and contacted Melissa Parrish and Michael Fernandes on the sidewalk. After investigation, it was determined Parrish had caused a verbal disturbance outside of Kayla Hurt-Bassetti’s residence due to not being welcome there. Parrish was admonished for trespassing at Hurt-Bassetti’s request. While on scene, Parrish displayed objective symptoms of allegedly being under the influence of alcohol. Parrish had slurred speech, red watery eyes, and an unsteady gait. During a Horizontal Gaze Nystagmus evaluation, Parrish had distinct and sustained nystagmus (uncontrolled repetitive movements of the eyes) prior to 30 degrees angle of onset. A preliminary pulmonary screen (PAS) showed Parrish had a blood alcohol content of 0.200 percent (more than twice the legal amount for drinking and driving). Parrish was taken into custody for alleged public intoxication and booked into Glenn County Jail, to be released when sober.
5:50 p.m., Arthur Zazueta contacted the sheriff’s office, reporting Michael Deniz was at the Cali Smoke Shop on North Humboldt Avenue, acting suspicious. Zazueta alleged Deniz threatened he was going to kill them. Deputy Tuma was dispatched. After an on-scene investigation, Deniz was placed under arrest for allegedly making criminal threats and was transported to the Glenn County Jail, where he was released to jail staff for booking.
10:56 p.m., deputies responded to Glenn Medical Center on a report of an assault. Deputies arrived on scene and contacted Michael Walton, who was being treated for his injuries. Deputies initiated an investigation, which led deputies to 685 Main Street, Artois. Deputies contacted Marco Lomeli, who was subsequently placed under arrest for alleged felony assault.
11:19 p.m., deputies responded to 6772 Highway 32, Orland, for a report of a man trying to fight people at a birthday party. Upon arrival, Deputy Chavez contacted Amber Smith, who alleged that Miguel Tambriz-Lopez had arrived at the party intoxicated and when he was asked to leave, Tambriz-Lopez became aggressive and was seen walking in the roadway. Deputy Chavez contacted Tambriz-Lopez, who allegedly displayed objective signs and symptoms of being under the influence of alcohol, including slurred speech, red watery eyes, and an unsteady stance. Deputy Chavez determined Tambriz-Lopez was unable to care for himself due to his level of intoxication, and was subsequently placed under arrest for alleged public intoxication. Tambriz-Lopez was transported to the Glenn County Jail. While at the jail, Tambriz-Lopez submitted to a preliminary alcohol screening (PAS), which displayed he had a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of .138 percent, almost twice the legal amount for drinking and driving. Tambriz-Lopez was to be released when sober.
Sunday, Nov. 14:
12:04 a.m., Tony Xiong with the Willows Care Center contacted the sheriff’s office, reporting the expected death of Francis Hardisty, 80, of Anderson. Deputy Tuma was dispatched. The Decedent was pronounced deceased at approximately 11:40 p.m. on Nov. 13. The decedent suffered from a pre-existing medical condition. Next of kin, Sarah Hardisty, of Kelsyville, was notified of the decedent’s death and was contacted by Deputy Tuma. F.D. Sweet and Son Mortuary of Willows was contacted and the decedent was released to their care.
6:31 a.m., staff from Glenn Medical Center reported the expected death of Dorothy Wutzke, 83, of Willows. The decedent suffered from pre-existing illness and was entered into comfort care on April 24, 2020. Next of kin, Adolph Wutzke, was notified at the time of death. The decedent was released to the care of F.D. Sweet and Sons Mortuary.
8:13 a.m., an employee with Butte Home Health & Hospice reported the expected death of John Fogarty, 74, of Orland. The decedent suffered from pre-existing illnesses and was entered into hospice care on Nov. 11. Next of kin, Deborah Fogarty (wife), was notified of the death and deputies confirmed the notification. The decedent was to be released to the care of Sweet-Olsen Family Mortuary of Orland.
9:15 a.m., deputies were dispatched to a traffic collision in front of 681 North Butte Street, Willows. Suzanne Sanchez reported Anthony Francis collided with her parked Toyota 4Runner in a blue Buick Le Sabre. Deputies arrived and contacted Sanchez, who said Francis initially left the scene, but returned and exchanged information. Francis was not present when deputies arrived. Sanchez said that Francis did not have a copy of current insurance and wished to have the collision documented. Deputies observed damage to the driver’s side of the front bumper. Sanchez was provided with information and photographs of the Toyota were taken. No further assistance was requested.
6:51 p.m., Erick Gonzalez-Madera contacted the Glenn County Sheriff’s Office to report his wife left their residence at 334 North Sonoma Street, Willows, with their children after an argument. Deputy Chavez responded and contacted Gonzalez-Madera, who was standing in the grassy area next to street parking in front of his apartment complex. Gonzalez-Madera said his wife, Claudia Medina, had left after an argument regarding his drinking. Deputy Chavez determined Gonzalez-Madera was unable to care for himself due to his alleged level of intoxication, and was subsequently placed under arrest for alleged public intoxication. Gonzalez-Madera was transported to the Glenn County Jail. While at the jail, Gonzalez-Madera submitted to a preliminary alcohol screening (PAS), which displayed he had a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of .192 percent (more than twice the legal amount for drinking and driving. Gonzalez-Madera was to be released when sober. Deputy Chavez later contacted Medina, who said the incident was only an argument over Gonzalez-Madera’s level of intoxication and she left with her children to stay with her sister.
Monday, Nov. 15:
1:18 a.m., deputies contacted Ronald Triano, 59, at 4444 Commerce Lane, Orland. Deputies were aware Triano had an outstanding warrant for his arrest out of Glenn County. Glenn County Communications confirmed the warrant. Triano was placed under arrest and transported to the Glenn County Jail, where he was released to jail staff for booking.
8:33 a.m., David Corriea reported a cold theft of fuel that occurred at 2511 Highway 45 in Glenn. Deputy Ramirez responded and initiated an investigation. Deputy Ramirez discovered 700 gallons of gasoline had been stolen from two large fuel tanks on the property. Corriea was unable to provide any possible suspects.
9:42 a.m., Glenn County Child Welfare Services requested a deputy assist them in speaking with an eight-year-old Willows child who was possibly the victim of physical abuse. Deputy Lourenzo responded and spoke with the child. After an on-scene investigation, the allegations of physical abuse were substantiated and two children were taken into protective custody. The children were ultimately released to the care and custody of Glenn County Child Welfare Services.
11:05 a.m., Walter Mokler reported the theft of an engine hoist from 127 South Tehama Street, Willows. Deputy Lourenzo responded and took a report. Mokler reported the item was stolen from the bed of a pickup sometime during the night of Nov. 14. He valued the item at about $250. No suspect information was provided. Case is open pending identification of suspects.
12:10 p.m., Carolyn McGarr reported a burglary that occurred at the Willows Thrift Store at 239 West Sycamore Street, Willows. Deputy Lourenzo responded and contacted McGarr, who said someone unlawfully entered the business and stole about $200 in cash from their register. No suspect information was provided. The case is ongoing pending identification of suspects.
Tuesday, Nov. 16:
1:48 p.m., Art Leonard requested to speak to a deputy regarding ongoing trespassing issues at the Orland First Assembly of God Church located at 6268 County Road 12. Deputy Ramirez met with Leonard, who showed video footage of a small blue four-door hatchback vehicle spinning out on the property at about 8 a.m. The vehicle’s license plate was not visible. Leonard requested documentation for the incident.
Wednesday, Nov. 17:
11:14 a.m., deputies responded to the Willows Pharmacy for a report of an unresponsive newborn baby. Deputies arrived and discovered Sarah Johnson had given birth to a boy in the Walmart parking lot. The newborn was not responsive at birth. Johnson and her driver had attempted to find a hospital and ended up in the parking lot of the Willows Pharmacy at 226 North Butte Street. Johnson was ultimately transported to Enloe Medical Center and the newborn was transported to the Glenn Medical Center. After efforts were exhausted to resuscitate the newborn, he was pronounced dead at 12:20 p.m. Deputies conducted a coroner’s investigation and the decedent was ultimately released to F.D. Sweet and Son Mortuary.
Thursday, Nov. 18:
2:10 p.m., deputies contacted Marcos Gonzales of Artois at 315 South Tehama Street. They had prior knowledge that he had an active felony warrant for his arrest. Deputies arrested Gonzales without incident. He was transported and booked into the Glenn County Jail. His total bail was set at $100,000.
3:11 p.m., Bruce Klempner of Willows requested to speak with a deputy regarding a scam. Deputy Lourenzo contacted Klempner, who said an unknown individual scammed him out of about $6,400 after requesting he deposit fraudulent checks and return the money using gift cards. A report was taken and Deputy Lourenzo provided Klempner with options.
3:39 p.m., staff from the Willows Care Center reported the expected death of Alan Scott, 59, of Chico. The decedent entered hospice care on July 8. He suffered from preexisting health conditions. Next of kin, William Scott, was notified of the decedent’s death. The decedent was released to the care and custody of F.D. Sweet & Son Mortuary, Willows.
3:54 p.m., Deputy Lourenzo responded to the Inkwell, 323 North Tehama Street, Willows, for a report of a traffic collision. Upon arrival, Deputy Lourenzo contacted property owner Paul Erlendson, Naima Hanif (driver), and Navid Khan (passenger). Hanif reported as she was parking her 2021 Tesla near the business, the vehicle accelerated and propelled forward, colliding with the exterior wall of the building. The building suffered an amount of damage totaling an unknown monetary value. Erlendson and Hanif exchanged personal and insurance information prior to Deputy Lourenzo arriving on scene. Both parties were provided with information.
7:48 p.m., Deputy Ayres contacted Shawn Mack and Amber Mack, who were occupants of a Honda Civic that was parked on County Road 8, east of Highway 99. The deputy was aware that the Civic was recently impounded by the Anderson Police Department due to Shawn Mack being arrested for allegedly selling drugs. The deputy observed suspicious activity and Shawn Mack was believed to be on parole. He was detained. He was determined to be on searchable probation out of Modoc County. He allegedly admitted to having heroin in the vehicle. A search of Shawn Mack and his vehicle was conducted. Deputies located methamphetamine, heroin and a loaded meth pipe in the car. These items were confiscated for destruction and Shawn Mack advised he would be on his way.
9:51 p.m., Deputy Ayres responded to a single-vehicle rollover in the area of County Roads 24 and U. The deputy assisted until no longer needed. The scene was turned over to the CHP. (See Nov. 19 Glenn County Observer story, “Willows man suffers major injuries in rollover”.)
Friday, Nov. 19:
10:12 a.m., deputies contacted Seth Dominguez-Feathers at 600 North Humboldt Avenue, near apt. #122. Deputies had prior knowledge Dominguez-Feathers had an outstanding misdemeanor warrant issued for his arrest, out of Glenn County. Deputies confirmed the warrant via Glenn County Communications and arrested Dominguez-Feathers without incident. Dominguez-Feathers was transported and booked into the Glenn County Jail. His bail was set at $22,000.
11:50 a.m., deputies observed Joseph Salyer outside of the back yard of 604 Fifth Street, Willows. Deputies had prior knowledge Salyer had outstanding warrants issued for his arrest from outside agencies. Deputies contacted and detained Salyer while Glenn County Communications confirmed his warrants. Salyer allegedly admitted to having methamphetamine and drug paraphernalia on his person. Deputies located a small plastic bag, with a usable amount of suspected methamphetamine, and a glass pipe containing white residue on Salyer’s person. Salyer was arrested and transported to the Glenn County Jail, where he was booked for fresh charges and three outstanding warrants.
8 p.m., the CHP contacted the Glenn County Sheriff’s Office to request assistance with a vehicle accident. Deputy Chavez responded and contacted Doriana Dyck, who said she was driving her 2017 Volkswagen east on County Road 60, just east of Highway 99. Dyck said she lost control of the vehicle and the vehicle went down an embankment into a ditch. Dyck said there were no other vehicles involved and declined medical assistance. Deputy Chavez assisted until no longer needed.
9:16 p.m., deputies responded to the Willows Walmart regarding a cold shoplifting incident that occurred and involved an employee stealing $36.27 worth of merchandise. Deputies arrived on scene and met with loss prevention employee Ryan Coker, who alleged Walmart’s employee, Michael Williams, stole several items over a course of several weeks and they wished to pursue criminal charges.
Saturday, Nov. 20:
7:15 a.m., Deputy Thompson was dispatched to a report of an assault. Deputies responded to 600 North Humboldt Avenue, apt. #188, Willows, and contacted Patricia Saxton. Saxton alleged she was assaulted by her nephew, Antoine Bostic. The deputy contacted Bostic inside the residence. After investigation, Bostic was arrested for alleged elder abuse and booked in the Glenn County Jail.
6:57 p.m., Deputy Tuma contacted Jose Griego, 44, walking in the roadway on Villa Street near Sunset Drive in Willows. Deputy Tuma noted Griego was stumbling as he walked, had trouble maintaining his balance, and could smell the odor of alcohol coming from Griego’s person. Griego allegedly admitted to drinking alcohol and being drunk. While out with Griego, Glenn County Communications said they received a report of Griego acting erratic and kicking trash cans. Deputy Tuma determined Griego was too intoxicated to take care for himself and placed him under arrest for alleged public intoxication. Griego was transported to the Glenn County Jail, where he was released to jail staff for booking. He was to be released when sober.
Sunday, Nov. 21:
3:03 a.m., while on routine patrol, Deputy Chavez observed a vehicle commit a moving violation. Deputy Chavez conducted a traffic stop at Highway 32 and County Road Q and contacted the driver, Dennis Rivera-Reyes. Rivera-Reyes allegedly showed obvious signs of being under the influence of alcohol, including red watery eyes and slurred speech. Deputy Chavez conducted field sobriety test and determined Rivera Reyes was allegedly under the influence of alcohol. Rivera Reyes was arrested and transported to the Glenn County Jail, where he was booked by jail staff.
6:53 a.m., staff from Butte Home Health & Hospice reported the expected death of Dawnmarie Harwell, 66, of Orland. The decedent suffered from pre-existing illnesses and was entered into hospice care on Aug. 2. Next of kin, Bart Harwell (husband), was notified at the time of death. The decedent was to be released to the care of Sweet-Olsen Family Mortuary of Orland.
11:20 a.m., while on patrol, Deputy Thompson located an orange 1978 Ford van in the parking lot of the Ord Bend Boat Launch. A records check showed the vehicle had been reported stolen from Chico on Oct. 26. The vehicle was unoccupied, and the CHP later responded for the recovery. The deputy stood by until no longer needed.
1:52 p.m., deputies were dispatched to 4081 County Road 203, Hamilton City, for a report of a physical altercation that just occurred. Upon arrival, deputies contacted Diana Haney, Jason Quiles, and a 13-year-old child and conducted an on-scene investigation. Quiles reported Shelby Haney approached him aggressively while holding a baseball bat. Quiles believed Shelby was going to strike him with the bat and elected to pursue the matter criminally and placed Haney under private person’s arrest. Deputies located Shelby, who admitted to approaching Quiles while holding the bat. Deputies placed Shelby under arrest and transported him to the Glenn County Jail.
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