Month: January 2022

Here are the latest incident reports from the Orland Police Department.

Monday, Jan. 3:

12:53 a.m., Orland police officers responded to Fourth Avenue at Cutting Avenue to assist Glenn County Sheriff’s deputies on a traffic stop. Officers assisted until no longer needed.

2 a.m., Orland police officers responded to the 6200 block of County Road 20 to assist Glenn County Sheriff’s deputies with an out of control juvenile due to a mental illness. Officers assisted until no longer needed.

4:10 a.m. to 4:25 a.m., an Orland police officer issued the following citations: the 400 block of Fifth Street on a gray 2005 Ford Taurus for expired registration, a white 1997 Nissan Pathfinder for expired registration, a red 2005 Nissan Sentra for expired registration, and a blue 2003 GMC pick-up for improper parking in a diagonal parking space; and the 500 block of Shasta Street on a white 1995 Ford Fleetwood Bounder motorhome for parking on the wrong side of the roadway with expired registration.

4:38 a.m., on East Walker Street at Linwood Drive, an Orland police officer initiated a traffic enforcement stop on a black 2016 Ford Edge. Shawnee Little, 20, of Chico, was cited for allegedly speeding.

9:07 a.m., at Les Schwab Tires, 1306 Sixth Street, an Orland police officer initiated a traffic enforcement stop on a white Toyota Corolla for a moving violation. Following an investigation, Marcus Jackson Jr., 21, of Sacramento, was arrested and booked on charges alleging possession of a stolen vehicle, possession of a loaded firearm, possession of a concealed firearm inside a vehicle, and having a false license plate on a vehicle. The passenger, Ellis Heidelberg, 20, of Sacramento, was arrested and booked for alleged possession of a loaded firearm in a vehicle.

12:13 p.m., Orland police officers were dispatched to the Paigewood Village Apartments, 745 Paigewood Drive, to meet with Child Protective Services regarding a child abuse complaint. Following an investigation, Saul Perez, 33, of Orland, was arrested and booked for alleged child abuse.

2:39 p.m., Orland police officers were dispatched to Walgreens, 828 Newville Road, for a report of shoplifting. Officers contacted Lolita Jacobson, 41, who matched the description provided. Jacobson was issued a trespassing admonishment from Walgreens at the store’s request.

3:20 p.m., Orland police officers responded to Vinsonhaler Park, 100 Shasta Street, for a report of a non-injury traffic collision. Officers contacted a 16-year-old boy, who reported that a woman backed into his 2012 Honda Civic.

8:14 p.m., Orland police officers responded to 745 Paigewood Drive for a report of a civil matter. Officers contacted Saul Perez, 33, who reported his wife wanted to kick him out of his house. Both parties were counseled and they were provided with information. (See the log entry for 12:13 p.m., above.)

10:38 p.m., Orland police officers were dispatched to the Pilot Travel Center, 4444 Commerce Lane, for a report of a person refusing to leave. Officers contacted Alexander Bertolero, 26, of Jackson, who agreed to leave.

Tuesday, Jan. 4:

8:21 a.m., Lavonda Tracy, 59, reported the rear driver’s side window on her red 2012 Dodge Ram was broken in the 800 block of East Street.

9:29 a.m., Orland police officers responded to Main Street (presumably in Hamilton City, although it could have been in Artois) to assist Glenn County Sheriff’s deputies with a report of a person brandishing a handgun. Officers assisted until no longer needed.

10:25 a.m., Orland police officers responded to the 500 block of Walker Street for a report of a traffic collision. Officers located a 2002 Chevy 3500 that left the roadway and collided with a light pole. The 63-year-old male driver was suffering from a medical emergency and was transported by ambulance to the hospital.

1 p.m., on Third Street at Monterey Street, an Orland police officer issued a parking citation to a 2015 Chevy 1500 for improper parking.

1:50 p.m., at 904 Newville Road, an Orland police officer initiated a traffic enforcement stop on a white Ferrari 488 Spyder. The driver, Savage (the only name given in the log item), 40, of Orland, was cited on charges alleging making an unsafe turn, failing to signal a turn and having no rear license plate.

3:19 p.m., Orland police officers responded to Lely Park, 975 East South Street, for a report of a physical disturbance. Kent Molen, 56, of Orland, reported an unknown male assaulted him. Molen declined to be a victim and the other person had already departed the scene.

7:03 p.m., Orland police officers responded to the report of a gold Hyundai Accent driving recklessly on East Walker Street at Papst Avenue. Officers conducted an area check but were unable to locate the vehicle.

9:07 p.m., Orland police officers were dispatched to the report of a non-injury traffic collision on Third Street at Shasta Street. Virma Castillo, 43, reported she was in a parked 2008 Honda Pilot when a 2000 Toyota Camry driven by William Inzunza, 19, collided with her vehicle. Officers helped both parties exchange information.

9:36 p.m., Orland police officers responded to a possible burglary that had occurred at Air Rite Heating and Air Conditioning, 720 Fourth Street. The reporting party stated that a neighboring business’s back door was open and the doorknob was missing. Officers searched inside of the storage room and found no one inside. An employee was contacted and the incident was documented.

Wednesday, Jan. 5:

8:08 a.m., Orland police officers responded to a report of a disturbance at 241 East Colusa Street. Philip Jones, 45, said he found a cell phone, then spoke with his neighbor and determined who it belonged to. The matter was resolved.

8:28 a.m., Julianne Champagne, 40, reported her juvenile son was being harassed and bullied at C.K. Price School, 1212 Marin Street. Officers contacted school administration and the matter was handled internally.

11:53 a.m., Chelsea Heavrin, 26, alleged Jose Marmolejo, 28, was violating a restraining order. After further investigation, officers determined there was no restraining order and provided Heavrin with information.

12:20 p.m., at Orland High School, an Orland police officer issued a parking citation to a 2015 Chevy 1500 for improper parking.

12:20 p.m., at Orland High School, an Orland police officer a parking citation to a 2002 GMC 2500 for improper parking.

1:45 p.m., in the 400 block of Second Street, an Orland police officer towed and stored a 1993 Honda Accord that had been marked for abatement.

Thursday, Jan. 6:

6:35 a.m., Orland police officers were dispatched to a report of a suspicious person in a black hoodie near her neighbor’s door at 408 First Street. Officers searched the area but were unable to locate anybody matching the description.

11 a.m., on Tehama Street at Seventh Street, an Orland police officer contacted Anthony Salzmann, 62, of Chico. Following an investigation, Salzmann was arrested and booked on charges alleging possession of narcotics, possession of paraphernalia, and possession of burglary tools, and an Oregon felony warrant.

11:17 a.m., Orland police officers responded to a report of an out-of-control juvenile. Officers contacted a woman who reported her 12-year-old daughter was being defiant and refusing to go to school. The woman was provided with information.

4:35 p.m., Pablo Maldonado, 37, of Chico, reported he dropped his wallet in front of Orland Hardware, 820 Fifth Street. The wallet was found and returned to Maldonado.

Friday, Jan. 7:

8 a.m., Orland police officers were dispatched to 4 East Yolo Street for a report that the front door of the residence has been open for several days. Officers found an open door with no signs of forced entry, The residence was searched and no one was found. The door was secured.

9:48 a.m., on Walker Street at First Street, an Orland police officer initiated a traffic enforcement stop on a gray Toyota Prius. Gregory Hosler, 64, of Magalia, was cited for allegedly failing to stop at a posted stop sign.

9:59 a.m., Richard Witcomb reported he believes his keys were stolen while he was at the ATM at Sav-Mor market, 32 East Walker Street. Witcomb requested the incident be documented in case his car is stolen.

10:12 a.m., Orland police officers were dispatched to a report of loud music in the area of 604 Second Street. Officers checked the neighborhood but were unable to hear any music.

11:09 a.m., Orland police officers responded to Glenn Medical Center in Willows to contact a victim of a domestic violence incident who was being treated for injuries. Officers determined the incident did not occur in the city and assisted the Glenn County Sheriff’s Office until no longer needed.

12:09 p.m., Orland police officers responded to a report of a reckless driver near Orland High School. Officers attempted to contact the 16-year-old boy, who was identified as the driver of the vehicle, but they were unsuccessful. Officers contacted a woman, who was told of the complaint and told to contact the Orland Police Department when her son returned home.

4:52 p.m., in the 700 block of Fifth Street, an Orland police officer contacted Leopoldo Madrigal, 38, of Orland, after seeing him drive and park a white Honda Accord. Madrigal was cited for allegedly driving while unlicensed.

7:11 p.m., Orland police officers responded to a report of a burglary alarm at the Alta Schmidt Museum, 936 Fourth Street. Officers found the business secured with no signs of forced entry.

9:15 p.m., Orland police officers responded to a report of someone yelling at the Orlanda Inn Motel 827 Newville Road. Officers contacted the tenants and determined the TV/radio was on loud. No police assistance was needed.

11:08 p.m., Orland police officers responded to a report of a disturbance at 315 Eighth Street. Raschell Wammack, 47, of Orland, alleged her roommate’s friend, Ronald Triano, 59, was harassing her and she requested he be asked to leave. Officers determined the roommate, Lolita Burd, 54, was allowing Triano to visit. Wammack was advised of her legal options.

11:31 p.m., Orland police officers responded to a report of a non-injury traffic collision at the Pilot Travel Center. Landon Pittman, 44, of Phoenix, Ariz., stated he was backing his 2021 Freightliner semi-truck and trailer when he collided with a parked 2017 Kenworth semi-truck and trailer operated by Harbir Singh, 25, of Mountain House. Officers assisted with an information exchange.

Saturday, Jan. 8:

8:34 a.m., in the 1000 block of Newville Road, an Orland police officer towed and stored a silver 2010 Chrysler Sebring that had been marked for abatement.

10:55 a.m., Orland police officers responded to a non-injury traffic collision on Walker Street at Sixth Street. Officers arrived and found that both parties were exchanging information. Officers stood by until the information exchange was completed.

11:23 a.m., Blane Hamilton, 67, reported unknown people spray painted the side of his building at 527 Fifth Street. Hamilton requested documentation only.

11:35 a.m., Nathanial Monck, 28, of Orland, reported the theft of license plates from his parked 2014 Subaru Crosstek at 566 Lynn Drive.

11:43 a.m., Irene Landeros, 41, reported the neighbor kids were knocking on her door at 226 East Tehama Street. Officers contacted the children and advised them to stop.

2 p.m., in the 600 block of Second Street, an Orland police officer observed a vehicle that displayed false registration tabs. The false sticker was removed from the license plate and an investigation was initiated.

2:21 p.m., Lorraine Steele, 60, turned in a found wallet. Officers were able to contact the owner of the wallet and returned it to him.

3:36 p.m., Orland police officers contacted Heather Michaels, 30, and Benjamin Strusz, 36, both of Oregon, behind the Speedway station at 1021 South Street. Following an investigation, Strusz and Michaels were arrested and booked on charges alleging possession of methamphetamine, possession of drug paraphernalia, and possession of tear gas by a felon.

4:19 p.m., Orland police officers were dispatched to a hit and run which occurred on private property. Andrew Porras, 31, of Miami, Fla., reported a vehicle backed into his in the parking lot of CVS, 869 Newville Road. Porras was provided with information and the incident was documented.

5:15 p.m., Orland police officers were dispatched to a report of fireworks in the area of 312 Mellane Circle. Officers checked the area but were unable to locate anyone lighting off fireworks.

6:50 p.m., Orland police officers were dispatched to contact Nicole Smith, 68, regarding a civil issue at the Orlanda Inn Motel, 827 Newville Road. Officers provided Smith with information and the incident was documented.

Sunday, Jan. 9:

1:01 a.m., Orland police officers responded to Walker Street at Third Street for a report of a possible intoxicated driver in a red 2005 Honda Accord. Officers located and stopped the Honda. Following an investigation, Jeimi Saligan, 37, of Orland, was arrested and booked for allegedly driving while under the influence of alcohol.

2:19 a.m., Orland police officers responded to a report of a woman who had fallen at WestHaven Assisted Living, 1440 Fairview Street. Officers provided assistance until no longer needed.

5:41 p.m., Orland police officers were dispatched to 426 Fourth Street for a civil problem regarding a child custody issue. Officers contacted Augustine Solis, 41, and Ashley Mcgee, 38, both of Orland. Officers provided both parties with information and the child was turned over to his father.

6:47 p.m., Orland police officers were dispatched to a report of a male riding a dirt bike and speeding up and down Fairview Street. Officers searched the area but were unable to locate the dirt bike.

Monday, Jan. 10:

5:36 a.m., Orland police officers were dispatched to a report of a suspicious vehicle that had been parked occupied for over an hour in the area of Third Street at Shasta Street. Officers checked the area but were unable to locate the vehicle.

12:40 p.m. to 12:50 p.m., in the 1100 block of Eighth Street, an Orland police officer issued the following citations: a parking citation to a 2021 Chevy 1500 for improper parking; a parking citation to a 1969 Chevy 1500 for improper parking; and an abatement notice to a 2008 Honda Civic.

2:20 p.m., at Walgreens, 828 Newville Road, an Orland police officer conducted a traffic enforcement stop on a silver 2015 Kia Optima. Ted Arnold, 81, of Elk Creek, was cited for alleged expired registration and no proof of insurance.

2:47 p.m., Orland police officers responded to the report of domestic violence between students at Orland High School. Following an investigation, a 15-year-old boy was arrested and booked into juvenile hall for kidnapping, domestic violence, robbery, and resisting arrest.

5:42 p.m., at 511 Papst Avenue, Brenda Carver, 71, reported that her son, Jason Smith, 49, was yelling at himself. Officers contacted Smith, who was told of the complaint. Smith said that he would try to quiet down.

6:48 p.m., Orland police officers were dispatched to check the welfare of a woman at 904 Newville Road. Officers contacted Sharlene Harker, 60, who said that she was looking for a ride to Proberta and was not in need of any assistance.

Tuesday, Jan. 11:

3:46 p.m., Orland police officers responded to a report of an unknown male chasing a dog in the area and causing a traffic hazard on Sixth Street at Monterey Street. Officers checked the area but were unable to locate the person or the dog.

4:08 p.m., Maria Garcia-Rivera, 39, called the Orland Police Department regarding a civil issue. She was provided with information and options.

4:32 p.m., on Railroad Avenue at South Street, an Orland police officer conducted a traffic enforcement stop on a Can-Am UTV. Juan De La Torre, 23, was issued a warning for driving an off-road vehicle on city streets. Marco De La Torre, 20, was issued a DMV notice of license suspension. The Can-Am was trailered away.

8:51 p.m., Orland police officers were dispatched to a report of a non-injury traffic collision at the semi-truck parking lot of Pilot Travel Center. Officers helped the drivers exchange information.

8:55 p.m., Orland police officers were dispatched to a report of a suspicious gray Ford Mustang in the area of 1105 Eighth Street. Officers located the Mustang and contacted Anselmo Carrera Bautista, 27, of Orland. Officers determined that Anselmo was returning a borrowed air compressor hose item.

Wednesday, Jan. 12:

12 p.m., the Orland Police Department was contacted by Lolita Burd, 54, of Orland, who reported that several items were stolen from her residence after the death of her boyfriend. The matter was determined to be civil in nature and she was referred to probate/civil court.

12:17 p.m., an Orland police officer was flagged down on Roosevelt Avenue and informed of a silver Toyota that passed over a double yellow line. Officers searched the area but were unable to locate the Toyota.

3:50 p.m., Orland police officers responded to a report of a non-injury traffic collision on Tehama Street at Sixth Street. Officers contacted Ashlee Wright, 17, and Ivan Nolasco, 20, and assisted them with exchanging information.

5:25 p.m., Orland police officers responded to the report of an audible alarm sounding at 614 A Street. Officers were unable to locate the source of the alarm and the doors were secured.

6:46 p.m., Orland police officers responded to the 200 block of Fifth Street for a report of an unresponsive man. Officers assisted with lifesaving measures until the 72-year-old man was pronounced deceased by emergency medical personnel. Officers assisted the Glenn County Sheriff’s Office with a coroner’s investigation.

Thursday, Jan. 13:

12:37 p.m., Orland police officers were dispatched to 315 Eighth Street for a report of a possible missing person being at the residence. Officers checked the residence but did not locate the missing person.

1:07 p.m., the Orland Police Department received a report of fraud to obtain services. An investigation was initiated.

2:30 p.m., the Orland Police Department received a report of possible criminal activity within the city of Orland. An investigation was initiated.

2:45 p.m., Orland police officers responded to a report of a reckless driver in a white Dodge Ram 1500 that was headed west on East Walker Street. Officers located and stopped the Dodge. Ramona Reed, 59, of Orland, was found be having issues driving from a previous medical condition. A priority DMV re-examination was issued to Reed and she was released to another driver.

Here are the latest incident reports from the Orland Police Department.

Wednesday, Dec. 22:

1:07 a.m., at 315 Eighth Street, Shavonne Prescott, 40, reported Ray Wallis, 37, of Orland, had taken her personal belongings. Following an investigation, Wallis was arrested and booked for alleged violation of a domestic violence restraining order.

3:30 p.m., Orland police officers responded to a report of a verbal disturbance at 511 Papst Avenue. Officers contacted Brenda Carver, 71, who said that her son Jason Smith, 49, was causing a disturbance. Smith said that he went outside to yell because he was hearing voices in his head. Smith was assisted with getting in touch with mental health.

5:13 p.m., in the 90 block of Rennat Way, an Orland police officer contacted a 15-year-old girl during a follow-up investigation. The girl was detained on a mental health hold and transported to meet Glenn County Mental Health personnel.

7:30 p.m., Miguel Carrillo, 38, reported miscellaneous tools were taken from the back of his 2019 Chevy pickup at 928 Woodward Avenue. Carrillo was provided with information and he requested documentation.

9:43 p.m., Orland police officers were dispatched to 315 Eighth Street to check the welfare of Lolita Burd, 54. Officers contacted Burd, who said she was well and did not require any police or medical assistance.

Thursday, Dec. 23:

2:42 a.m., Jose Hernandez, 18, reported his cell phone was taken from his unlocked 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt at 728 Eighth Street. Hernandez was provided with information and the incident was documented.

7:35 a.m., Orland police officers were dispatched to the Orland Manor Apartments, 817 Newport Avenue, for a report of illegal dumping. Officers contacted the apartment manager, who reported an unknown person left animal remains near the dumpster.

1:02 p.m., Orland police officers responded to the Abandoned Treasures thrift store for a report of counterfeit money. Officers contacted an employee who reported a counterfeit $100 bill was passed at the business. The bill had already been surrendered to the bank and the incident was documented.

Friday, Dec. 24:

10:04 a.m., Orland police officers were dispatched to a report of a suspicious person in the 100 block of Fifth Street. Officers contacted Everardo Olvera-Infante, 51, of Orland, who was talking on his cell phone in front of his residence and declined any assistance.

11:50 a.m., an Orland police officer contacted Michael Rangel-Rodriguez, 26, of Orland, at 1307 Fairview Street. Rangel-Rodriguez was arrested and booked for felony and misdemeanor Glenn County warrants.

12:34 p.m., Raschell Wammack, 47, reported Ronald Triano, 59, was at 315 Eighth Street, causing a disturbance. Orland police officers mediated and counseled all parties.

7:13 p.m., Orland police officers were dispatched to the Pilot Travel Center, 4444 Commerce Lane, for a report of a man loitering on the property. Officers contacted George Cortte, 28, of Montana. Cortte was told of the complaint and given a trespassing admonishment per the store manager’s request. Cortte agreed to leave the property.

7:58 p.m., Orland police officers were dispatched to 1343 Blake Road for a report of a woman sitting in a parked vehicle at the end of the roadway. Officers contacted Michelle Langmack, 45, of Orland. Officers told Langmack of the complaint and she said she was just driving around. Langmack said she would leave.

8 p.m., Orland police officers responded to a report of shots heard in the 100 block of Fifth Street. Officers conducted an area check but were unable to locate any signs of a shooting or anyone in need of assistance.

8:11 p.m., Orland police officers assisted Glenn County Sheriff’s deputies with a report of a suspicious vehicle at 6550 County Road 3. Officers assisted until no longer needed.

10:42 p.m., Orland police officers responded to a report of a 911 hang-up near Third Street at Monterey Street. Officers conducted an area check but were unable to locate anyone in the area or anyone needing police assistance.

11:50 p.m., Orland police officers responded to the 1200 block of Glen Oro Drive for a report of a six-month-old baby who was possibly choking. Officers assisted Westside paramedics until no longer needed.

Saturday, Dec. 25:

12:57 a.m., Orland police officers responded to the report of a man refusing to leave the Pilot Travel Center. Officers contacted George Cortte, 28, of Montana, who had been contacted hours earlier and given a trespassing admonishment from the business. Cortte was subsequently arrested and booked for trespassing. (See log item above, Dec. 24, 7:13 p.m.)

1:12 a.m., Orland police officers were dispatched to 1301 East Street for a report of loud music. Officers contacted the homeowner, who agreed to turn the music down.

1:29 a.m., Orland police officers responded to a report of a carport on fire at 4549 County Road E. Officers assisted the Orland Volunteer Fire Department until no longer needed.4:58 a.m., Orland police officers responded to a report of a burglary alarm activation at C.K. Price School, 1212 Marin Street. Officers conducted a search of the property but did not find anyone on the premises. No signs of forced entry were found and all buildings appeared to be secured.

6:15 a.m., Orland police officers responded to a report of a vehicle theft that had just occurred at the Pilot Travel Center. Officers contacted Bradley Frank, 29, of Red Bluff, who reported his brown 1999 Chevrolet S10 had been stolen by two unknown women. Officers conducted a search of the area but were unable to locate the stolen vehicle.

10:05 a.m., Sharon Tewsley, 58, of Orland, requested a civil standby at the Orland Police Department. Officers provided the standby while she and Roy Tewsley, 55, of Chico, completed a child custody exchange.

11:33 a.m., Orland police officers responded to a report of a possible intoxicated driver sitting in a silver Jeep in the parking lot of Sav-Mor, 35 East Walker Street. Officers contacted a 55-year-old woman who was suffering from a medical condition and called for an ambulance. The Jeep was secured and the woman was transported by ambulance to the hospital.

2:03 p.m., Orland police officer contacted Danny Stout, 68, of Orland in a 2003 Ford Taurus parked behind a business in the 500 block of Sixth Street. Following an investigation, Stout was arrested and booked for allegedly being intoxicated in or about a vehicle and having an open container of alcohol.

9:25 p.m., Orland police officers responded to a report of an unknown child dropped off at 712 Almond Way. Officers contacted the child and it was determined the child was attempting to run away due to a family issue. Officers returned the child back home to her mother, mediated the situation, and provided resources.

11:23 p.m., Orland police officers were dispatched to a report of an unknown person knocking on the door at 1490 Pine Street. Officers contacted David Scott, 27, of Orland, and determined he was at the incorrect address. Scott was told of the complaint and left the property.

Sunday, Dec. 26:

1:18 a.m., Orland police officers responded to a report of a 90-year-old woman who had fallen and was unable to move. Officers forced entry into the residence at the Rancho De Soto Apartments, 1003 Newport Avenue, and assisted Westside Ambulance until no longer needed.

9:37 a.m., on Newville Road at Eighth Street, an Orland police officer initiated a traffic enforcement stop on a white Chevrolet 2500. Raveen Singh, 26, of Acampo, was cited for illegal window tint.

9:51 a.m., on Newville Road at Eighth Street, an Orland police officer initiated a traffic enforcement stop on a silver Mitsubishi Lancer. Alejandra Rodriguez, 22, of Willows, was cited for illegal window tint.

10:21 a.m., Orland police officers were dispatched to check the welfare of Elizabeth Christian at 124 Chapman Street. Officers contacted Christian, who said she was fine and didn’t need assistance.

12:05 p.m., Orland police officers responded to Trinity Street at Eighth Street to check the welfare of a woman who appeared to be upset and walking in the road. Officers contacted Lolita Burd, 54, of Orland, who declined needing assistance. Burd agreed to stay out of the road and walked home.

1 p.m., Aimee Jones, 25, reported Michelle Langmack, 45, and Antonia Langmack, 25, were harassing her via telephone. Officers advised Jones of her options and provided information on restraining orders.

3:39 p.m., Henry Suden, 25, of Orland reported he lost his wallet on Dec. 24 at Moe’s Market.

4:24 p.m., Orland police officers were dispatched to 728 Eighth Street for a report of possible threats. Officers contacted Jose Hernandez, 18, and Jesse Lopez, 44, both of Orland. Officers determined no crime occurred and admonished Hernandez for trespassing on Lopez’s property.

8:19 p.m., Orland police officers responded to a report of shots heard in the area of 433 Yolo Street. Officers conducted an area check, but were unable to locate anyone in the area, signs of a shooting, or anyone needing assistance.

Monday, Dec. 27:

1 p.m., at the Orland Police Department, an officer signed off a correctable citation.

2:30 p.m., Gabriela Valencia, 42, of Orland, reported an unknown person sent her a check to deposit and send them the money. The check was declined but the reporting party did not send any money.

2:45 p.m., at the Orland Police Department, an officer signed off a correctable citation.

9:02 p.m., Orland police officers responded to the ampm mini mart, 902 Newville Road, for a report of petty theft. Officers contacted store employee Thomas Everett Sr, who reported a white man and a white woman entered the store and stole $40 worth of lottery tickets. Officers conducted an area check for the suspects but were unable to locate them.

Tuesday, Dec. 28:

2:55 a.m., Orland police officers assisted Glenn County Sheriff’s deputies with a disturbance at 6343 County Road 200. The officers assisted until no longer needed.

9:30 a.m., Orland police officers were dispatched to the Pilot Travel Center for a report of a reckless driver. Officers contacted Kerry Webster, 78, of Damascus, Ore., who stated he was cut off by a driver in a semi and while he was stopped another semi driver got upset with him.

3:31 p.m., Orland police officers responded to a report of an attempted shoplifting at Sav-Mor, 35 East Walker Street. Officers contacted Tanya Lablue, 43, and Chentel Rios, 31, both of Orland, at 704 Date Street. The business declined to pursue criminal charges and both parties were admonished for trespassing.

7:30 p.m., on Sixth Street at Monterey Street, an Orland police officer contacted the occupant of a white Dodge 1500 with no rear license plate. Following an investigation, Jessica Wilson, 40, of Orland, was arrested and booked for alleged possession of methamphetamine.

9:25 p.m., Orland police officers responded to a report of a structure fire at 4874 County Road HH. Officers assisted until no longer needed.

Wednesday, Dec. 29:

4:24 a.m., Orland police officers assisted Glenn County Sheriff’s deputies and CHP officers with a traffic collision on Highway 32 at County Road VV. They assisted until no longer needed.

6:27 a.m., Orland police officers were dispatched to a report of a suspicious person at the Orland Stop and Shop, 10 Walker Street. Officers contacted Jose Perez, 25, of Chico, and learned he was involved in a traffic collision over the night and had nowhere to go. Officers contacted a family member of Perez and stood by until he was able to get a ride home.

1:14 p.m., Orland police officers responded to an alarm activation at 65 East Walker Street. Officers contacted employees of the business, who stated the alarm was set off in error.

3:16 p.m., Orland police officers were dispatched to the Paigewood Village Apartments for a request for a welfare check on several children who were staying with their mother, who failed to meet the reporting party for a child custody exchange. Officers checked the residence but there was no answer.

4:37 p.m., Orland police officers were dispatched to 806 Cherry Circle for a report of a possible vehicle theft. Officers contacted Casey Bayles, 48, who attempted to report a stolen vehicle. The matter was determined to be civil.

Thursday, Dec. 30:

9:20 a.m., Orland police officers responded to 390 Papst Avenue for a report of a child accidentally locked in a vehicle. Officers stood by until the vehicle was unlocked.

10:28 a.m., Orland police officers responded to a report of a disturbance at 315 Eighth Street. Officers contacted Raschell Wammack, 47, who reported her roommate broke her door and yelled at her. Officers contacted Lolita Burd, 54, and counseled her at Wammack’s request.

10:47 a.m., Orland police officers responded to the Orlanda Inn Motel, 827 Newville Road, for a report of brandishing a firearm. Officers contacted Misty Lawrence, 52, who alleged Dylon Wagoner, 26, pointed a firearm at her three to five weeks earlier. After further investigation, Lawrence declined to pursue charges and Wagoner was admonished for trespassing at the request of the property owner.

12:23 p.m., Orland police officers were dispatched to 227 Swift Street for a report of found property. Officers located a handgun magazine that was loaded. Officers took the item for destruction.

5:50 p.m., Orland police officers responded to the Newport Village Seniors Apartments, 1011 Newport Avenue, for a report of two men acting suspicious, saying they work for PG&E. Officers checked the area but were unable to locate the men.

6 p.m., Orland police officers were dispatched to 819 Newport Avenue for a report of a civil issue. Officers contacted Eduardo Chavez, who alleged his roommate, Gene Whittington, was unlawfully kicking him out. Officers explained the eviction process to Whittington and the incident was documented.

7:06 p.m., Orland police officers were dispatched to a report of fireworks on Trinity Street near Benson Drive. Officers were in the area at the time of the dispatch and did not hear or see any fireworks. Officers checked the area but did not locate any remnants of fireworks.

7:12 p.m., Orland police officers responded to the Black Butte Mobile Home Park, 6386 County Road 200, for a report of a possible intoxicated driver. Officers located the vehicle and contacted the driver. Officers determined she was not under the influence and counseled her on her driving.

8 p.m., Orland police officers were dispatched to 116 East Swift Street for a welfare check on two children. Officers contacted Jacinto Perez, who alleged his ex-wife, Mayte Vaca, left two children unsupervised. Officers contacted both children, who were with Vaca and doing well.

10 p.m., Orland police officers were dispatched to 766 Jacquelyn Drive for a report that an unknown person had vandalized Christmas decorations. Officers found an inflatable Santa Claus was knocked over but had sustained no damage. Officers assisted setting Santa Claus back up. Extra patrol was requested.

Friday, Dec. 31:

12:34 a.m., Orland police officers responded to a report of a burglary alarm at Les Schwab Tires, 1306 Sixth Street. Officers checked the business and found it locked and secure.

12:59 a.m., Orland police officers were dispatched to Woodward Avenue at East Tehama Street for a report of people yelling in the street. Officers searched the area but were unable to locate anyone.

5:25 a.m., Ruby Cone, 76, of Orland, reported the Tri Counties ATM, 100 East Walker Street, did not give her the money she requested to withdraw, but the ATM did subtract the amount of money from her account. Cone was on the phone with a Tri Counties representative. The incident was documented at Cone’s request.

12:21 p.m., Orland police officers responded to 6378 County Road 200 for a report of a stolen 2021 Chevy 1500 U-Haul pickup. The Chevy was recovered and removed from the stolen vehicle system.

12:47 p.m., Josefina Ahumada, 49, reported unknown person tagged her fence at 381 Stanton Way. Ahumada wanted the incident documented in case other vandalism occurs in the area.

2:04 p.m., Orland police officers responded to the report of a disturbance at 111 Fourth Street. Officers contacted Desirae Shoumounejad, 25, and Jacob Kennedy-Cummings, 28, both of Orland. Following an investigation, Shoumounejad was arrested and booked for a parole hold and Kennedy-Cummings was arrested and booked for multiple Glenn County arrest warrants.

2:11 p.m., Orland police officers responded to the 700 block of Jacquelyn Drive for a report of a vandalism. Tarsicio Ruiz, 51, and Pablo Sandoval, 59, reported an unknown suspect slashed tires on three parked vehicles.

5:06 p.m., Orland police officers were dispatched to a report of a non-injury collision at Sav-Mor market. Officers contacted Eric Tow, 52, and Nancy Hernandez-Munoz, 41, and helped both parties exchange information.

6:15 p.m., on Tehama Street at Fifth Street, an Orland police officer initiated a traffic enforcement stop on a black 1990 Toyota Camry. Cosme Mercado, 49, of Orland, was cited for allegedly failing to yield when making a left hand turn, driving while unlicensed, and no proof of insurance.

8 p.m., Orland police officers responded to a report of shots heard on Eighth Street at Walker Street. Officers spoke with witnesses and determined the noises were from aerial fireworks. Officers searched the area but were unable to locate the source of the fireworks.

8:31 p.m., on Porter Lane at Walker Street, an Orland police officer initiated a traffic enforcement stop on a black 2014 Cadillac sedan. The 16-year-old male driver was cited for failing to stop for a posted stop sign.

9:22 p.m., Orland police officers responded to Sixth Street at Monterey Street for a report of a dog that had been struck by a vehicle and was injured. Officers provided assistance until no longer needed by Glenn County Sheriff’s deputies.

Saturday, Jan. 1:

12 a.m., Orland police officers responded to a report of an intoxicated woman leaving the residence at 935 Walker Street after an argument with her husband. After a search, officers were able to locate Fawnna Montgomery, 37, of Orland. Following an evaluation, Montgomery was arrested and booked for alleged public intoxication.

1:06 a.m., Orland police officers responded to the area of County Road 20 at County Road MM to assist Glenn County Sheriff’s deputies with a reported stabbing. Officers provided assistance until no longer needed.

2:58 a.m., Orland police officers responded to a report of a disturbance at a residence on East Walker Street. Officers contacted a 42-year-old Orland woman, who stated her juvenile son was intoxicated and had assaulted her. Following an investigation, the 16-year-old was arrested for battery and criminal threats. The child was transported to a local hospital for a medical clearance and released to a Glenn County probation officer for transportation to the Tehama County Juvenile Hall.

3:34 a.m., Orland police officers responded to a reported traffic collision on Papst Avenue at East Yolo Street. Officers located a green 2001 Honda Civic that had crashed into a power pole and fire hydrant. Deputies located the driver, Jaime Lopez, 56, of Orland, at the intersection of Papst Avenue and South Street. Subsequent to an investigation, Lopez was arrested and booked on charges alleging driving while under the influence, and hit and run.

8:03 a.m., an Orland police officer contacted Joshua Shoop, 32, of Orland, at 434 Eighth Street. Shoop was arrested and booked for a misdemeanor Glenn County warrant.

3:35 p.m., Orland police officers responded to an alarm activation at 65 East Walker Street. Officers contacted employees and determined the alarm was activated accidentally.

8:54 p.m., Orland police officers were dispatched to 1626 Almondwood Drive for a report of juvenile issue. Officers contacted Charlene Harrell, 60, who reported her 17-year-old granddaughter was upset and yelling at her for not being allowed to participate in an event in Red Bluff due to COVID-19. The girl was counseled on her behavior and resources were provided.

Sunday, Jan. 2:

12:40 a.m., Orland police officers responded to a report of a possible kidnapping on Sixth Street at Swift Street. Officers were unable to locate anyone or the reporting party in the area. Officers called the reporting party, Graciela Ramos, 53, of Corning, who reported she was driving her highly intoxicated son, Rudy Ramos, 33, back home to Corning. She said her son was in the back seat of her vehicle when he somehow opened the rear door of the vehicle and fell out. Graciela Ramos said Rudy Ramos claimed he was being kidnapped after a passerby was helping him to his feet. Graciela Ramos said she called 911 because at the time she did not know the passerby was assisting her son. Graciela Ramos said she and her son were safe in Corning. The incident was determined to be unfounded.

5:19 a.m., Orland police officers assisted Glenn County Sheriff’s deputies with a report of a burglary alarm at 6480 County Road 27. Officers assisted until no longer needed.

11:50 a.m., at 99 Rennat Way, an Orland police officer initiated a traffic enforcement stop on a silver 2000 Nissan Quest. Efrain Perez, 67, of Orland, was cited for allegedly failing to stop at a stop sign.

4:27 p.m., Orland police officers responded to a report of a suspicious person in the area of the Orland Bowl, 507 Monterey Street. The caller believed he may attempt to break into the building. Officers searched the area but were unable to locate anyone who matched the description provided. The building was found to be secure with no signs of entry.

6:49 p.m., Orland police officers were dispatched to a report of found narcotics at O’Reilly Auto Parts, 304 East Walker Street. Officers took custody of a small bag of narcotics that had been found on the ground in the parking lot and booked it for destruction.

9:38 p.m., Orland police officers were dispatched to a report of an unresponsive female at 308 Butte Street. Officers provided assistance until no longer needed. After clearing the scene, officers were dispatched back to the location when paramedics requested assistance with aggressive family members. Officers stood by until the ambulance left the scene.

10:59 p.m., Melissa Michalk, 43, reported someone rang her doorbell in the 500 block of Lynn Drive, then drove away. Officers conducted an area check but were unable to locate the vehicle.

By Larry Judkins

Glenn County Observer

Thursday night’s pursuit through Colusa and Glenn Counties made the O.J. Simpson chase on the freeways of Los Angeles in 1994 look like the Indianapolis 500 by comparison.

At about 10:05 p.m., California Highway Patrol officers notified the Glenn County Sheriff’s Office that they were in a vehicle pursuit on northbound Interstate 5 near Delevan Road in Colusa County.

The pursuit entered Glenn County and CHP officers requested the assistance of a K9. Deputy Lemmon and K9 Orion responded to the area.

At County Road 60, the CHP successfully “spiked” the vehicle, but it continued northbound on I-5.

As the vehicle approached County Road 57 at about 35 miles per hour, Deputy Lemmon said he had “a visual on them.” As the vehicles approached the Road 57, the deputy remarked that the suspects “threw something out the window just before the offramp.”

A little later, officers found a firearm there.

Deputy Lemmon joined the chase, which ultimately entered Willows at Highway 162. At this point, they were traveling at about 20 miles per hour.

The suspect vehicle exited I-5 and turned east on Highway 162 (Wood Street). It then turned north on Humboldt Avenue, traveling at 15 miles per hour.

A deputy remarked that the vehicle had a male driver and female passenger.

The vehicle passed Green Street, crossed the railroad tracks, and turned right on First Avenue, still at 15 miles an hour. Deputy Lemmon said something like, “For your information, he does have [unclear] tires”, perhaps a reference to the damage caused by a spike attempt on the freeway.

They all passed Sunset Terrace at 15 miles per hour. At North Butte Street, the vehicle turned south.

The vehicle almost had a traffic collision at Butte and Wood Streets. Deputy Lemmon commented that there was “a tire in the roadway.”

The vehicles approached Sycamore Street, where they turned left. At Tehama Street, the suspect vehicle turned right (south), running the flashing red light in the process.

They reached a speed of 30 miles per hour, then slowed back down to 20. Traffic was light.

They passed Mar-Val Foods and continued southbound with speeds varying erratically from 20 to 40 miles per hour. South of County Road 57, the vehicle began traveling in both the northbound and southbound lanes of Highway 99.

South of County Road 60, Deputy Lemmon remarked that the suspect vehicle was “losing car parts” and had only one tire left, the others having been spiked by the CHP.

Moving at 30 miles per hour, they approached the wildlife refuge. The sheriff’s dispatcher reported that the CHP intended to deploy another spike strip at Highway 99 and County Road 68.

The audio of the law enforcement broadcast was not very clear, and it is uncertain whether the spike strip was successful in taking out the remaining tire. The vehicle, however, continued southbound on Highway 99.

Of the Glenn County Sheriff’s vehicles, only Deputy Lemmon’s remained in the pursuit after entering Colusa County. At this time, they had slowed to about 15 miles per hour.

The deputy asked that the Colusa County Sheriff’s Office be contacted to see if they have a K9 available. They did not, so Deputy Lemmon and his K9, Orion, continued.

Deputy Lemmon indicated he was concerned about releasing his K-9 “with all these guys in front of me.” He added, “I’ll try to get as close as I can.”

The pursuit ended on Highway 99, just north of Maxwell. Deputy Lemmon and K9 Orion assisted CHP officers until the vehicle occupants were taken into custody.

The driver was identified as Brian Jason Felix, 38, of Magalia. The passenger was Laura Renee Waddell of Chico.

Both have had contacts with the criminal justice systems in the Mid-Sacramento Valley. In early 2020, Felix was sentenced to state prison on charges that included felony evading.

When he was 24, in 2008, he was also sentenced to six years in prison for his involvement in a home invasion robbery in Chico. In 2014, he was arrested on charges that again included felony evading, and was sentenced to eight years, eight months in prison.

Helen Eileen Roach of Willows died in Chico on Saturday, Dec. 4, 2021, in Enloe Medical Center’s Cardiac Care Unit. The youngest of three children, she was born in San Francisco to Edward and Eileen Johnston on Jan. 31, 1945.

She grew up in San Francisco in the Diamond Heights area. She graduated from Mission High School and attended San Francisco State for three years, working toward a teaching credential in special education.

She enjoyed summer vacations with her family, camping at Pinecrest Lake in the Stanislaus National Forest.

A gifted writer, in 1968, through a local radio station, she sent numerous “Christmas Greetings” to soldiers from the San Francisco area who were serving in the Vietnam War. To her surprise, she met 1st Lt. Dan Roach, a fellow San Francisco native and combat platoon leader serving with the 101st Airborne Division.

They married in October of 1969 in San Francisco.

Their new life together started on the Tahoe National Forest, since her husband was a graduate forester with the U.S. Forest Service. They then moved to the Summit District on the Stanislaus National Forest, the same place she enjoyed spending her summers camping while growing up.

While living there, she also enjoyed winters, learning the art of skiing at Dodge Ridge.

In Sonora, she gave birth to Jesse and Shane, her first two sons. In the late 1970s, the Roaches moved to Willows, where the Mendocino National Forest Supervisors Office was located.

Helen Roach was involved in the local Scouting program, first as a den leader, then as assistant pack leader. Finally, as a parent supporter in Troop 57 with the boys, they made Eagle Scout.

Little did she know that she would enjoy the opportunity to repeat her Scouting support with Seth, her third-born 14 years after the birth of Shane.

She is remembered for her gentle, kind spirit, generosity, devotion to a family raising three sons, and for being a pet lover. She loved volunteering for school programs and the local swim team, and supporting community fundraisers and her local public television and radio stations.

She is survived by her loving husband of 52 years, Dan; sons Jesse (and his wife, Cynthia) of Willows, Shane of Boise, and Seth, who is serving in the U.S. Army; grandchildren Dakota and Dawson of Willows and Olivia of Nampa, Idaho; sister Beverly Langley (and her husband, Harvey Langley) of Kuna, Idaho; and beloved nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her father, Edward Russell Johnston, mother Eileen Dora Johnston, and brother Eddie Johnston.

A Celebration of Life and reception are scheduled at the Willows Veterans Memorial Hall, 525 West Sycamore Street, at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Jan. 22. Donations in Helen Roach’s memory can be made to a favorite charity, public television, or public radio station.

Here are the latest bookings from the Glenn County Jail. Remember: Everyone accused of a crime is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

Tuesday, Dec. 21:

3:37 p.m., Aaron Benjamin Johanningsmeier, 25, a feeder who lives in Glenn, was booked into the Glenn County Jail on charges alleging misdemeanor violation of probation. Bail was set at $12,000. He was taken into custody at the Glenn County Probation Department, Willows, by a probation officer.

10:22 p.m., Latisha Lorene Skidmore, 29, a certified nursing assistant who lives in Orland, was booked into the Glenn County Jail on charges alleging possession of a stolen vehicle (a felony), possession of a controlled substance (a misdemeanor), and possession of controlled substance paraphernalia (a misdemeanor). Bail was set at $10,000. She was taken into custody on County Road 8, east of Highway 99, by a Glenn County Sheriff’s deputy.

Wednesday, Dec. 22:

1:31 a.m., Ray Lee Wallis, 37, a laborer who lives in Orland, was booked into the Glenn County Jail on charges alleging violation of a court order to prevent domestic violence (a misdemeanor). Bail was set at $5,000. He was taken into custody at 315 Eighth Street by an Orland police officer.

Thursday, Dec. 23:

12:16 p.m., Emmanuel Montalvo Mercado, 30, a laborer who lives in Orland, was booked into the Glenn County Jail on warrants alleging disobeying a court order (a misdemeanor), possession of a controlled substance (a misdemeanor), possession of controlled substance paraphernalia (a misdemeanor), and failure to appear on a felony charge (a felony). Total bail was set at $146,000. He was taken into custody at the Tehama County Jail by a Glenn County Sheriff’s deputy.

Friday, Dec. 24:

12:32 a.m., at the Glenn County Jail, inmate Ray Lee Wallis, 37, a laborer who lives in Orland, was found to have a warrant alleging failure to appear after giving a written promise (a felony). Bail was set at $40,000.

11:54 a.m., Michael Angel Rangel Rodriguez, 26, a laborer who lives in Orland, was booked into the Glenn County Jail on warrants alleging disobeying a lawful order of the court (a felony), and battery against a spouse or cohabitant (a misdemeanor). Total bail was set at $27,000. He was taken into custody at 1307 Fairview Street by an Orland police officer.

10:02 p.m., Jesus Emmanuel Solis, 20, a front desk clerk who lives in Willows, was booked into the Glenn County Jail on charges alleging public intoxication (a misdemeanor). Bail was set at zero. He was taken into custody at 329 West Laurel Street, Willows, by a Glenn County Sheriff’s deputy.

Saturday, Dec. 25:

1:03 a.m., George Andrew Cortte, 28, a construction worker who lives in Bozeman, Mont., was booked into the Glenn County Jail on charges alleging trespassing at a business operation (a misdemeanor). Bail was set at zero. He was taken into custody at the Pilot Travel Center, 4444 Commerce Lane, by an Orland police officer.

2:13 p.m., Danny Lee Stout, 68, a laborer who lives in Orland, was booked into the Glenn County Jail on charges alleging possession of an open container of alcohol while driving (an infraction), and being drunk around a vehicle (a misdemeanor). Bail was set at zero. He was taken into custody in the 500 block of Sixth Street by an Orland police officer.

8:41 p.m., Gilberto Santiago Sanchez, 38, a cook who lives in Santa Cruz, was booked into the Glenn County Jail on charges alleging driving while under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs, and driving while under the influence of alcohol (both misdemeanors). Bail was set at $10,000. He was taken into custody on the southbound side of Interstate 5, south of County Road 61, by a California Highway Patrol officer.

Sunday, Dec. 26:

10:04 a.m., Ruth Haley Word, 35, a laborer who lives in Willows, was booked into the Glenn County Jail on charges alleging disobeying a court order, assault, and battery (all misdemeanors). Bail was set at zero. She was taken into custody at 600 North Humboldt Avenue, apt. #166, Willows, by a Glenn County Sheriff’s deputy.

4:20 p.m., Bunthan Sieng, 33, a technician who lives in Oakland, was booked into the Glenn County Jail on charges alleging evading a peace officer with wanton disregard for safety (a felony), driving while under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs with a prior (a felony), driving while under the influence of alcohol with a prior (a felony), and driving with a license suspended for driving while under the influence (a misdemeanor). Bail was set at $90,000. He was taken into custody on the northbound side of Interstate 5, south of County Road 39, by a California Highway Patrol officer.

Monday, Dec. 27:

3:29 p.m., at the Glenn County Jail, inmate Ray Lee Wallis, 37, a laborer who lives in Orland, was charged with alleged violation of parole (a felony). He was held without bail on this charge.

Tuesday, Dec. 28:

12:39 a.m., Leonel Emilno Gutierrez Rodriguez, 26, a laborer who lives in Butte City, was booked into the Glenn County Jail on charges alleging possession of a dirk or dagger (can be either a misdemeanor or felony), and possession of a narcotic controlled substance (a misdemeanor), and a warrant alleging failure to appear on a misdemeanor charge. Total bail was set at $22,000. He was taken into custody at 600 North Humboldt Avenue, Willows, by a Glenn County Sheriff’s deputy.

10:05 a.m., Julia Christina Langworthy, 34, a laborer who lives in Willows, was booked into the Glenn County Jail on charges alleging felony violation of probation. Bail was set at $90,000. She was taken into custody at the Glenn County Probation Department, Willows, by a probation officer.

7:31 p.m., Jessica Marie Wilson, 40, a caregiver who lives in Orland, was booked into the Glenn County Jail on charges alleging possession of a controlled substance (a misdemeanor). Bail was set at zero. She was taken into custody at Sixth and West Monterey Streets by an Orland police officer.

8:21 p.m., Dena Elizabeth Oswalt, 56, a housekeeper who lives in Stockton, was booked into the Glenn County Jail on a warrant alleging possession of controlled substance paraphernalia (a misdemeanor). Bail was set at $11,000. She was taken into custody at 6746 County Road 306, Elk Creek, by a Glenn County Sheriff’s deputy.

8:51 p.m., Maria Concepcion Paniagua, 42, a laborer who lives in Willows, was booked into the Glenn County Jail on a warrant alleging failure to appear after giving a written promise (a misdemeanor). Bail was set at $17,000. She was taken into custody on Murdock Street, east of French Street, Willows, by a Glenn County Sheriff’s deputy.

Wednesday, Dec. 29:

1:49 a.m., Brett Storey Bowden, 38, a landscaper who lives in Chico, was booked into the Glenn County Jail on warrants alleging resisting or obstructing a public service officer, and giving false identification to a peace officer (both misdemeanors). Total bail was set at $10,000. He was taken into custody at 1399 West Wood Street, Willows, by a Glenn County Sheriff’s deputy.

Thursday, Dec. 30:

1:34 a.m., Jose Ferman Rodriguez Barrera, 23, a forklift operator who lives in Willows, was booked into the Glenn County Jail on charges alleging rape by force, fear, etc. (a felony), and battery on a non-cohabitating former spouse (a misdemeanor). Bail was set at $105,000. He was taken into custody at 217 North Culver Street, Willows, by a Glenn County Sheriff’s deputy.

9:48 p.m., Devin Dennis Machado, 29, an electrician who lives in Chico, was booked into the Glenn County Jail on charges alleging willful cruelty to a child possibly resulting in injury or death (a felony), and using or being under the influence of a controlled substance (a misdemeanor). Bail was set at $50,000. He was taken into custody at 333 Yuba Street, Orland, by a Glenn County Sheriff’s deputy.

Friday, Dec. 31:

2:30 p.m., Jacob Anthony Kennedycummings, 28, a laborer who lives in Corning, was booked into the Glenn County Jail on warrants alleging failure to appear after giving a written promise (a felony), disobeying a lawful order of the court (a felony), disobeying a court order (a misdemeanor), and failure to appear after giving a written promise (a misdemeanor). Total bail was set at $107,000. He was taken into custody at 111 Fourth Street by an Orland police officer.

2:36 p.m., Desirae Starr Shoumounejad, 25, a retail worker who lives in Orland, was booked into the Glenn County Jail without bail on charges alleging violation of parole (a felony). She was taken into custody at 111 Fourth Street by an Orland police officer.

3:41 p.m., Lucky Bob Wyatt, 39, a laborer who lives in Willows, was booked into the Glenn County Jail on charges alleging using or being under the influence of a controlled substance (a misdemeanor). Bail was set at zero. He was taken into custody in the 100 block of South Colusa Street, Willows, by a Glenn County Sheriff’s deputy.

Saturday, Jan. 1:

1:15 a.m., Fawnna Danielle Montgomery, 37, a farmer who lives in Orland, was booked into the Glenn County Jail on charges alleging public intoxication (a misdemeanor). Bail was set at zero. She was taken into custody at Sixth and Mill Streets by an Orland police officer.

4:58 a.m., Jaime Lopez Jimenez, 56, a dairy worker who lives in Orland, was booked into the Glenn County Jail on charges alleging driving while under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs, driving while under the influence of alcohol, and hit and run with property damage (all misdemeanors). Bail was set at $10,000. He was taken into custody at Glenn Medical Center by an Orland police officer.

6:58 a.m., Adrian Contreras-Iniguez, 23, a construction worker who lives in Orland, surrendered himself and booked into the Glenn County Jail on charges alleging failure to appear after being released on his own recognizance (a felony), disobeying a court order (a misdemeanor), and failure to appear on a misdemeanor charge. Bail was set at $54,000.

8:07 a.m., Joshua Charles Shoop, 31, a packaging operator who lives in Orland, was booked into the Glenn County Jail on a warrant alleging disobeying a court order (a misdemeanor). Bail was set at $12,000. He was taken into custody at 434 Eighth Street by an Orland police officer.

7:08 p.m., Michael Sean Maggard, 29, a laborer who lives in Redding, was booked into the Glenn County Jail on charges alleging petty theft of retail merchandise, and possession of drug paraphernalia (both misdemeanors). Bail was set at zero. He was taken into custody at Walmart, 470 North Airport Avenue, Willows, by a Glenn County Sheriff’s deputy.

7:14 p.m., Willie Bee Thomas III, 43, a janitor who lives in Sacramento, was booked into the Glenn County Jail on charges alleging possession of a controlled substance, and possession of drug paraphernalia (both misdemeanors), and an El Dorado warrant alleging driving while under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs (a misdemeanor). Bail on the fresh charges was set at zero. Bail on the warrant was set at $5,000. She was taken into custody at 1401 West Wood Street, Willows, by a Glenn County Sheriff’s deputy.

7:45 p.m., Jenny Renee Kirkland, 37, a caregiver who lives in Redding, was booked into the Glenn County Jail on charges alleging using or being under the influence of a controlled substance (a misdemeanor). Bail was set at zero. She was taken into custody at 1401 West Wood Street, Willows, by a Glenn County Sheriff’s deputy.

Sunday, Jan. 2:

1:42 p.m., Patrick Roy Otterson, 44, a rice farmer who lives in Willows, was booked into the Glenn County Jail on charges alleging driving while under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs, and driving while under the influence of alcohol (both misdemeanors). Bail was set at $10,000. He was taken into custody at 1070 Pacific Avenue, Willows, by a California Highway Patrol officer.

5:39 p.m., Alfonso Miguel Loza, 30, a truck driver who lives in Willows, was booked into the Glenn County Jail on charges alleging public intoxication (a misdemeanor). Bail was set at zero. He was taken into custody on First Street, south of Garden Avenue, Willows, by a Glenn County Sheriff’s deputy.

7:19 p.m., Miguel Angel Salazar, 42, a mill worker who lives in Artois, was booked into the Glenn County Jail on charges alleging driving while under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs, and driving while under the influence of alcohol (both misdemeanors). Bail was set at $10,000. He was taken into custody on Highway 32, just west of County Road RR, Orland, by a California Highway Patrol officer.

11:49 p.m., Daniel Ryan Beardsley, 36, a laborer who lives in Chico, was booked into the Glenn County Jail on charges alleging driving while under the influence of drugs, possession of a narcotic controlled substance, and possession of drug paraphernalia (all misdemeanors). Bail was set at $5,000. He was taken into custody on Sixth Avenue, north of Capay, by a California Highway Patrol officer.

Monday, Jan. 3:

1:18 a.m., Koby Matthew Bustillos, 31, a customer service representative who lives in Redding, was booked into the Glenn County Jail on charges alleging possession of a narcotic controlled substance, and possession of drug paraphernalia (both misdemeanors). Bail was set at zero. He was taken into custody at Sixth and Cutting Avenues, Orland (Capay District), by a Glenn County Sheriff’s deputy.

9:56 a.m., Ellis Tariq Heidelberg, 20, a warehouse worker who lives in Sacramento, was booked into the Glenn County Jail on charges alleging carrying a loaded firearm in public (a felony), possession of a concealed firearm in a vehicle (a felony), possession of alcohol by a minor (a misdemeanor), and possession of an open container of alcohol while driving (an infraction). Bail was set at $20,000. He was taken into custody at 1082 South Street by an Orland police officer.

9:56 a.m., Marcus Omoro Jackson, 22, a delivery driver who lives in Sacramento, was booked into the Glenn County Jail on charges alleging carrying a loaded firearm in public, possession of a concealed firearm in a vehicle, possession of stolen property, and forging or altering a vehicle registration (all felonies). Bail was set at $70,000. He was taken into custody in the 1000 block of South Street by an Orland police officer.

1:57 p.m., Saul Perez, 33, a laborer who lives in Orland, was booked into the Glenn County Jail on charges alleging child endangerment (a misdemeanor). Bail was set at $5,000. He was taken into custody at 745 Paigewood Drive, apt. #35, by an Orland police officer.

4:30 p.m., Nora Ann Coon, 62, retired, of Willows, was booked into the Glenn County Jail on charges alleging using or being under the influence of a controlled substance (a misdemeanor). Bail was set at zero. She was taken into custody on Elm Street at South Villa Avenue, Willows, by a Glenn County Sheriff’s deputy.

4:47 p.m., Mary Brien Contois, 52, an office manager who lives in South Lake Tahoe, was booked into the Glenn County Jail on a felony Colusa County detainer.

Tuesday, Jan. 4:

10:38 a.m., Christina Marie Webb, 42, a housekeeper who lives in Yuba City, was booked into the Glenn County Jail on a Sutter County warrant alleging failure to appear on a felony charge, and two Yuba City Police Department warrants alleging failure to appear on a misdemeanor charge. The Sutter County warrant and one of the Yuba City Police Department warrants were no-bail warrants. The bail for the other Yuba City Police Department warrant was set at $11,000. She was taken into custody on County Road 7 at County Road HH by a California Highway Patrol officer.

3:47 p.m., Alan Boe Kyler, 64, a laborer who lives in Willows, was booked into the Glenn County Jail on charges alleging infliction of corporal injury on a spouse or cohabitant (a felony), violation of a court order to prevent domestic violence (a misdemeanor), and felony violation of probation. Bail was set at $65,000. He was taken into custody at 904 North Butte Street, Willows, by a Glenn County Sheriff’s deputy.

4:03 p.m., Jesse Phillip Perez, 25, a food service worker who lives in Orland, surrendered himself and was booked into the Glenn County Jail on charges alleging failure to appear on a misdemeanor charge. Bail was set at $18,000.

Wednesday, Jan. 5:

1:45 p.m., Bridjet Simone Reed-Nutter, 25, a certified nursing assistant who lives in Artois, was booked into the Glenn County Jail on charges alleging felony violation of probation. Bail was set at $20,000. She was taken into custody at the Glenn County Probation Department, Willows, by a probation officer.

8:04 p.m., Joshua John Welter, 40, a groundskeeper who lives in Willows, was booked into the Glenn County Jail on charges alleging public intoxication (a misdemeanor). Bail was set at zero. He was taken into custody at Walmart, 470 North Airport Road, Willows, by a Glenn County Sheriff’s deputy.

8:51 p.m., Falisity Pha Chanphom, 25, a laborer who lives in Orland, was booked into the Glenn County Jail on charges alleging battery on a non-cohabitating former spouse (a misdemeanor). Bail was set at $5,000. He was taken into custody at 6379 County Road 16, sp. #56, Orland, by a Glenn County Sheriff’s deputy.

Thursday, Jan. 6:

11:12 a.m., Anthony Rafael Salzmann, 61, a laborer who lives in Chico, was booked into the Glenn County Jail on charges alleging possession of a controlled substance, possession of drug paraphernalia, and possession of burglary tools (all misdemeanors), and a felony Deschutes County, Ore., warrant alleging domestic violence. Bail on the fresh charges was set at zero. Bail on the warrant was set at $50,000. He was taken into custody at Tehama and Seventh Streets by an Orland police officer.

Friday, Jan. 7:

1:30 p.m., Ian William Hunter, 30, a laborer who lives in Chico, was booked into the Glenn County Jail on a no-bail a warrant alleging failure to appear after being released on his own recognizance (a felony). He was taken into custody at the Butte County Jail by a Glenn County Sheriff’s deputy.

Saturday, Jan. 8:

12:05 a.m., Heather Nicole Matney, 27, a laborer who lives in Orland, was booked into the Glenn County Jail on charges alleging violation of a court order to prevent domestic violence (a misdemeanor). Bail was set at $5,000. She was taken into custody at 236 North Humboldt Avenue, Willows, by a Glenn County Sheriff’s deputy. Three days later, inmate Matney was charged with alleged felony violation of probation by a Glenn County probation officer. Bail for this charge was set at $85,000.

2:42 p.m., Xiong Lee, 38, a produce salesman who lives in Willows, was booked into the Glenn County Jail on a warrant alleging failure to appear on a misdemeanor charge. Bail was set at $12,000. He was taken into custody in the 600 block of North Humboldt Avenue, Willows, by a Glenn County Sheriff’s deputy.

3:49 p.m., Heather Marie Michaels, 30, a housekeeper who lives in Central Point, Ore., was booked into the Glenn County Jail on charges alleging possession of a controlled substance, possession of drug paraphernalia, and unlawful possession of tear gas (all misdemeanors). Bail was set at zero. She was taken into custody at 1021 South Street by an Orland police officer.

4:29 p.m., Benjamin Joseph Strusz, 36, a landscaper who lives in Central Point, Ore., was booked into the Glenn County Jail on charges alleging possession of a controlled substance, possession of drug paraphernalia, and unlawful possession of tear gas (all misdemeanors). Bail was set at zero. He was taken into custody at 1021 South Street by an Orland police officer.

Sunday, Jan. 9:

1:25 a.m., Jeimi Amparo Saligan, 37, a medical assistant who lives in Orland, was booked into the Glenn County Jail on charges alleging driving while under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs, and driving while under the influence of alcohol (both misdemeanors). Bail was set at $10,000. She was taken into custody at Third and Walker Streets by an Orland police officer.

Monday, Jan. 10:

8:21 a.m., Arba Collon Sullivan, 29, a tree climber who lives in Oakley, Calif., was booked into the Glenn County Jail without bail for a Contra County detainer and an order of production alleging failure to appear after giving a written promise (a felony). He was taken into custody at the Contra Costa Jail by a Glenn County Sheriff’s deputy. The next day, inmate Sullivan was found to have a Solano County warrant alleging driving while under the influence of drugs (a misdemeanor). Bail was set at $7,500.

12:56 p.m., Stephanie Ranee Wright, 33, a laborer who lives in Willows, was booked into the Glenn County Jail on charges alleging public intoxication (a misdemeanor). Bail was set at zero. She was taken into custody at 226 North Butte Street, Willows, by a Glenn County Sheriff’s deputy.

8:32 p.m., Arturo Alvarado Snchez, 36, a butcher who lives in Hamilton City, was booked into the Glenn County Jail on charges alleging driving while under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs, driving while under the influence of alcohol, and driving without a license (all misdemeanors), and a warrant alleging failure to appear after giving a written promise (a misdemeanor). Total bail was set at $26,000. He was taken into custody on Highway 32, east of County Road VV, by a California Highway Patrol officer.

Tuesday, Jan. 11:

6:16 p.m., Omar Oscar Quezada Aguilar, 41, of Orland, was committed to the Glenn County Jail without bail on charges alleging felony violation of probation. He was taken into custody at the Glenn County Probation Department, Willows, by a probation officer.

By Larry Judkins

Glenn County Observer

Willows transient Ruth Haley Word, whose name appears in the Glenn County Sheriff’s logs probably more often than anyone else’s, has disappeared.

At about 8 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 4, Word, 35, was reported missing by her mother, Denise Annette Word, of 138 Fern Street, Willows. Deputy Goodwin contacted Denise Word via telephone.

Denise Word told the deputy that no one had seen Ruth Word for more than a week. Denise Word said that she had contacted numerous people and searched around Willows for her daughter, with no luck.

Denise Word was concerned for her daughter and said this was extremely unusual for her. Deputy Goodwin conducted a search for Ruth Word but was unsuccessful in finding her.

At the request of her mother, Ruth Word was entered into the Missing and Unidentified Persons System (MUPS).

According to Glenn County Sheriff’s logs, at about 5:30 p.m. on Christmas Day, 10 days before being reported missing, an anonymous person requested a welfare check on Word, who was reportedly jumping in front of passing vehicles in the area of West Sycamore Street and North Humboldt Avenue. Deputies responded and conducted a search for Word, but were unable to find her.

At about 9:50 a.m. on Sunday, Dec. 26, Glenn County Sheriff Sergeant Draper was contacted by Steven Wayne Trimmer of 600 North Humboldt Avenue, apt. #166, Willows, reporting that he had been assaulted at the complex by Ruth Word. Trimmer alleged that Word had hit him in the elbow during an argument earlier that morning.

Trimmer wished to pursue the matter criminally and Word was contacted. During the investigation, it was found that Word was also in violation of a 100-yard stayaway order.

She was taken into custody and booked into the Glenn County Jail without incident at about 10:04 a.m. According to the jail’s news release, Word was booked on charges alleging disobeying a court order, assault, and battery (all misdemeanors).

Her bail was set at zero. She was released in the early afternoon hours.

The sheriff’s logs also say that at about 5 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 28, Deputy Sanzone found a California EBT card bearing the name of Ruth Word. The deputy found Word at 141 North Crawford Avenue, Willows (Word’s former home that burned on Jan. 30, 2021, and was condemned as uninhabitable).

On Friday, Jan. 7, the Glenn County Sheriff’s Office issued a press release announcing that it is seeking information on the whereabouts of Word. The press release states that her family last saw her in the area of the Cedar Hills apartment complex, 600 North Humboldt Avenue, Willows, just after Christmas.

There have been several unconfirmed sightings of Word in and around the Willows area, the most recent being on New Year’s Day. There was also one sighting in Colusa County, but that was determined to be a different person.

At present, The Observer is unable to post photos on its website, but Word is described as being about 5-feet, 8-inches tall, about 150 pounds, with blue eyes and light brown or blond hair.

The sheriff’s press release says that there is presently no evidence of foul play.

The Glenn Investigations and Narcotics Task Force (GLINTF) is currently working on the missing person investigation. Anyone with information regarding the whereabouts of Ruth Word is urged to contact Detective Lopeteguy at the Glenn County Sheriff’s Office, 530-934-6722.

By Larry Judkins

Glenn County Observer

A pickup ran the traffic signal at Walker and Sixth Streets late Tuesday morning, then crashed into a light pole on Walker Street near the railroad tracks.

Orland police officers responded to the scene at roughly 10:20 a.m.

Upon arrival, an officer requested medical personnel.

The sheriff’s dispatcher asked if medics should respond Code 2 (no lights and sirens) or Code 3 (with lights and sirens).

Initially, the officer replied, “Code 2.”

A moment later, however, he changed his request to Code 3, stating that the driver of the pickup was unresponsive but breathing.

At 10:26 a.m., Orland Fire Department personnel were dispatched to the scene.

Orland Fire Chief Justin Chaney remarked that the driver was now conscious, but showed symptoms of having suffered a stroke.

An ambulance, responding from the direction of Hamilton City, soon arrived at the scene.

The driver of the pickup was then transported to Enloe Medical Center in Chico.

The pickup, bearing Louisiana plates, was removed from the scene by Bambauer Towing.

By Larry Judkins

Glenn County Observer

At 12:52 a.m. on New Year’s Day, Glenn County Sheriff’s deputies and Orland police officers responded to the area of County Roads MM and 20 regarding several intoxicated people fighting in the road.

Prior to the arrival of law enforcement officers, deputies learned there was a knife involved and someone was stabbed.

Deputies arrived and started an investigation.

Two Latino men were transported by ground ambulance to Enloe Medical Center for treatment of their injuries.

One of the injured men was the victim of a stabbing, while the other sustained a laceration to his head.

The man with the head wound was identified as Daniel Perez, but Sheriff Warren did not have a date of birth for him.

The sheriff also did not yet know the name of the stabbing victim.

According to the Glenn County Sheriff’s log, several witnesses were uncooperative and refused to provide any information regarding the incident.

Law enforcement officers were unable to locate any suspects.

By Larry Judkins

Glenn County Observer

The new year did not start out well for Glenn County law enforcement officers.

Or for at least two others in the county, for that matter.

At about 1 a.m. on January 1, officers responded to a report of a stabbing at a location on County Road 20, south of Orland.

Glenn County dispatchers initiated a “Code 33” ( only absolutely necessary communications on the police channel).

At 1:06 a.m., the fire dispatcher in Corning called for Orland Fire Department volunteers to “stage for medical” at 6371 County Road 20.

Orland Police Sergeant Sean Johnson stated he was “Code 4” (okay), but a short time later another law enforcement officer reported that “irate people here are not listening to orders.”

In the background could be heard several agitated people who were shouting.

Deputies began converging on the scene.

At 1:11 a.m., Orland Fire Department Unit #23 announced it was responding.

A minute later, Unit #23 was cleared to enter the scene for one stabbing victim and another victim “with unknown injuries.”

The Enloe FlightCare helicopter was requested.

The Code 33 was canceled.

Unit #23 asked for address confirmation.

The fire dispatcher repeated it as 6371 County Road 20.

Unit #23 said they were unable to find the address.

The fire dispatcher checked with Glenn County Communications, then updated the address as 6751 County Road 20 with a “cross of [County Road] MM.”

It was reported that Westside Ambulance personnel were at the scene.

The second victim was revealed to have a head injury.

Unit #23 arrived at the scene at 1:23 a.m.

Westside Ambulance sought confirmation that the air ambulance was requested.

Fire dispatch answered in the affirmative, but added that it was responding out of the Oroville area.

Westside asked if there was an estimated time of arrival, but the dispatcher replied that he was still waiting for a call back.

Orland Fire Unit #31 arrived at 1:24 a.m.

Unit #40 reported there were two patients, one a victim of stabbing and the other a victim of a head injury.

Westside personnel requested another ground unit.

At 1:30 a.m., Unit #40 released Unit #31 from the scene.

Three minutes later, Unit #40 announced that “all units are available and returning [to the station].”

A short time later, a law enforcement officer reported that Westside Ambulance was transporting two patients by ground ambulance.

It is presently unknown who the victims are, what the extent of their injuries are, whether there are any suspects and, if so, who they are and whether they have been arrested.