A dead man was discovered Thursday afternoon, March 27, inside an RV parked in the lot of a business on the west side of Orland.
Early in the afternoon, the Glenn County Sheriff’s Communications Center received a call from Jacob John Deherrera of Orland, who stated that he could see a man inside an RV parked at the Pilot Travel Center, 4444 Commerce Lane, and it didn’t look like the man was breathing.
Orland police officers were dispatched to the scene at approximately 1:44 p.m. and made entry to the RV.
At about 2:14 p.m., Westside Ambulance personnel confirmed that the man was deceased.
Glenn County Sheriff’s Deputy Mallon responded and initiated a coroner’s investigation.
The man was identified as Roderick Oran Deleon, 59, of Red Bluff.
His next of kin, Leonel Deleon, father of the deceased, was notified of the death by officers with the Anacortes Police Department in the State of Washington.
The body of the deceased was released to Sweet-Olsen Family Mortuary of Orland.
A woman died Sunday morning following a single-vehicle traffic accident north of Artois.
According to the California Highway Patrol’s traffic incident page, a call was received at 6:48 a.m. of a “vehicle vs. pole” collision at Highway 99 and County Road 27.
The Glenn County Sheriff’s communications center began dispatching emergency responders at about 6:51 a.m.
The sheriff’s dispatch told a responding deputy, “Be advised, I do have 11-41 [ambulance] and fire enroute.”
She then added, “He did say the male was on the ground next to the vehicle, not breathing.”
A slightly more precise location was given for the accident: “99, north of 27.”
At 6:53 a.m., Artois fire vehicle 61 was reported to be responding.
A deputy stated that the pole involved was a power pole, with “lines down, covering the roadway.”
The dispatcher told the responding firefighters to acknowledge the hazard at the accident scene. They did so.
The CHP traffic incident page stated that at 7:10 a.m., “Both lanes blocked pole down and wires across both lanes”.
At 6:55 a.m., firefighters with Artois Fire Department Rescue Unit 79 said they were responding. Vehicle 75 responded seconds later.
A deputy said the person next to the vehicle was an “X-ray” (coptalk for “woman”) and she was “unresponsive”.
“CPR in progress,” the deputy added.
Rescue 79 arrived at the scene at 6:59 a.m. Unit 75 arrived a short time later.
The accident victim was pronounced deceased at 7:04 a.m.
Moments later, a deputy asked the dispatcher if there was an ETA for PG&E.
The dispatcher replied that the ETA was 30 minutes.
At approximately 7:13 a.m., F.D. Sweet and Son Mortuary was called to the scene.
At 7:26 a.m., Artois fire volunteers were released from the scene. At 7:33, they were “back in quarters.”
The vehicle involved in the accident, which reportedly sustained major damage, was removed from the scene by L&T Towing.
Assuming that the weather conditions at Highway 99 and County Road 27 were the same as the conditions in Orland at that time, it was rainy and the road was wet. This is all the information that was available as of mid-afternoon on Sunday.
Here is a list of the bookings into the Glenn County Jail, with information provided by jail personnel, the Glenn County Sheriff’s log, and the Orland police log. Remember: Everyone accused of a crime is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
Tuesday, March 25:
2:13 p.m., Jacob Todd Smith, 54, of Orland, was booked into the Glenn County Jail on a Glenn County Superior Court warrant alleging disobeying a court order (a misdemeanor). Bail was set at $20,000. He was taken into custody at Second and Walker Streets by an Orland police officer.
The Orland Police Department’s log for 2:13 p.m. on March 25, 2025, says only that Orland police officers contacted Jacob Smith, 54, of Orland, on Second Street at Walker Street. Smith was arrested and booked for a misdemeanor Glenn County warrant.
However, according to the Orland Police Department’s logs for July 26, 2023, Autumn Smith, 40, reported her brother, Jacob Smith, 52, had made criminal threats to her. The incident occurred in the 600 block of Second Street.
According to Glenn County Superior Court records, on July 26, 2023, Jacob Todd Smith was charged with making criminal threats (a misdemeanor). On October 10, 2023, he was arraigned. On November 7, 2023, he pled guilty. On December 19, 2023, he was sentenced to three years’ formal (supervised) probation, to end on December 19, 2026. On January 21, 2025, a bench warrant was ordered for violation of probation. And on March 26, 2025, Smith was to be arraigned for failure to appear. On Tuesday, April 1, a hearing is scheduled for admission or denial of violation of probation.
4 p.m., Levi Joshua Byerly, 30, of Orland, was booked into the Glenn County Jail on two Glenn County Superior Court warrants alleging failure to appear on a misdemeanor charge. Total bail was set at $40,000. He was taken into custody at 20 East Yolo Street by an Orland police officer.
The Orland Police Department’s log for 4 p.m. on March 25, 2025, says only that Orland police officers contacted Levi Byerly, 30, of Orland, at 20 East Yolo Street. Byerly was arrested and booked for two misdemeanor Glenn County warrants.
However, police scanner traffic seemed to indicate that Orland police officers initially responded to the East Yolo address after receiving a report of a domestic disturbance there. Byerly was reportedly in the garage, shouting and banging on the walls. Before arriving at the scene, officers were not sure whether they should enter from the street for from the alley just south of the street.
The OPD’s log for November 11, 2024, states that Orland officers contacted Levi Byerly, 30, of Orland, in the 1000 block of South Street. Following an investigation, Byerly was arrested and booked on charges alleging violation of probation, possession of a controlled substance, and possession of drug paraphernalia.
According to Glenn County Superior Court records, on November 11, 2024, Byerly was charged with possession of a controlled substance, and possession of drug paraphernalia (both misdemeanors). The next day, he was released on his own recognizance. On December 17, 2024, he was scheduled for a mandatory appearance for his arraignment, but was apparently a no-show because a bench warrant was ordered. He was in custody for his arraignment on January 14, 2025, but it appears that he failed to show up for a drug court review on March 4, and another bench warrant was ordered. Following his arrest on March 25, he was scheduled to be arraigned for failure to appear on March 26.
Also, according to the Orland Police Department’s logs, on May 23, 2024, Orland police officers were dispatched to the 20 block of East Yolo Street for a report of a trespass. Following an investigation, Levi Byerly, 29, of Orland, was arrested and booked for allegedly being under the influence of a controlled substance. And, according to the OPD’s logs, on May 30, 2024, Orland officers were dispatched to the 10 block of East Yolo Street for a report of a man looking into the windows of a residence. Officers contacted Levi Byerly, 29, of Orland. During the investigation, Byerly allegedly attempted to flee from officers on foot. He was quickly detained and placed under arrest on charges alleging being under the influence of a controlled substance, possession of a controlled substance, possession of drug paraphernalia, and resisting, obstructing, or delaying an officer. Byerly was booked into the Glenn County Jail.
According to Glenn County Superior Court records, after apparently being released on his own recognizance in late May, 2024, he was scheduled for a mandatory appearance for his arraignment on July 16, 2024, but was apparently a no-show because a bench warrant was ordered. (Sound familiar?) He was in custody for his arraignment on August 7, 2024, and he entered a plea of not guilty to all charges (he was not charged in court with resisting, obstructing, or delaying an officer) on August 20, 2024. A diversion review was scheduled for March 18, 2025, but he was apparently a no-show because a bench warrant was ordered. (Again, sound familiar?) Diversion was terminated and criminal proceedings were reinstated. Following his arrest on March 25, he was scheduled to be arraigned for failure to appear on March 26, as with the other case described above.
Wednesday, March 26:
8:41 a.m., Cynthia Araceli Carrillo, 23, of Orland, was booked into the Glenn County Jail on three warrants, two of which were Tehama County Superior Court warrants, while the jurisdiction for the third was not specified. The charge on the warrant with the unspecified jurisdiction is alleged failure to appear on a misdemeanor charge. Its bail was set at $40,000. The charges for one of the Tehama County warrants was alleged failure to appear on misdemeanor charges in connection with alleged possession of a controlled substance, and possession of controlled substance paraphernalia. Bail for this warrant was set at $25,000. The other Tehama County warrant alleged failure to appear on felony charges in connection with allegedly carrying a loaded firearm on her person, and allegedly committing forgery with intent to defraud. This was a no-bail warrant. She was taken into custody at the jail by a Glenn County Sheriff’s deputy. At 2 p.m., Carrillo was also charged with alleged misdemeanor violation of probation. Bail was set at $7,000. This time, she was taken into custody at the Glenn County Probation Department by a probation officer.
According to the Glenn County Sheriff’s log, at about 8:28 a.m. on March 26, 2025, Cynthia Araceli Carrillo of Orland came into the Glenn County Jail lobby to turn herself in on her warrants. Deputy Mallon contacted Carrillo and confirmed the warrants. Carrillo was placed under arrest and transported to the Glenn County Jail for booking. Carrillo had a local misdemeanor bench warrant and two warrants out of Tehama County. One warrant was a felony bench warrant and the other was a misdemeanor bench warrant.
9:16 a.m., Michael Anthony Rogers, 41, of Orland, was booked into the Glenn County Jail on charges alleging obstructing or resisting a public service officer (a misdemeanor), possession of a controlled substance (a misdemeanor), possession of a controlled substance without a prescription (a misdemeanor), possession of a driver’s license or identification with intent to commit forgery (a felony), acquiring an access card without the owner’s consent with the intent to sell or transfer it for the purpose of defrauding (a misdemeanor), and forging or altering a vehicle registration (a felony). Bail was set at $25,000.
He was also booked into the jail for two no-bail Tehama County Superior Court warrants alleging failure to appear on felony charges in connection with charges alleging possession of a firearm by a felon, possession of ammunition by a prohibited person, vehicle theft by a person previously convicted of committing a vehicle code felony, grand theft, and violation of post-release community supervision. He was also booked into the jail for a Butte County Superior Court warrant alleging failure to appear after giving a written promise (a misdemeanor) in connection with charges alleging petty theft, tampering with a motor vehicle, and failure to appear in court for a traffic citation. Bail for this warrant was set at $5,000. He was taken into custody on Highway 99 at County Road 23 by an Orland police officer.
According to the Orland Police Department’s logs, at about 9:05 a.m. on March 26, 2025, Orland police officers contacted Michael Rogers, 41, of Orland, on Highway 99 at County Road 23. Following an investigation, Rogers was arrested and booked for two felony Tehama County warrants, a misdemeanor Butte County warrant, resisting arrest, possession of a controlled substance, possession of narcotics, registration fraud, possession of another person’s identification, possession of another person’s credit cards, and post-release community supervision violations.
9:43 a.m., Logan Jennings Smith, 37, of Willows, was booked into the Glenn County Jail without bail on charges alleging violation of post-release community supervision (a felony). He was taken into custody at the jail by a Glenn County probation officer. (For additional information regarding Smith, see the 9:41 p.m. booking item in “The Graybar Hotel: Relax and rejuvenate”, and People vs. Logan Smith in “Strolling down the Halls of Justice”.)
11:40 a.m., Thomas Patrick Macias, 56, of Oroville, was booked into the Glenn County Jail without bail on a California Department of Corrections Chico Unit parole hold for alleged violation of parole (a felony). He was taken into custody at 800 Fifth Street by an Orland police officer.
According to the Orland Police Department’s log, at about 10:32 a.m. on March 26, 2025, Orland police officers responded to the area of Gloria’s Market, 709 Fourth Street, for a report of a trespassing. Officers contacted Thomas Macias, 56, who was found to be wanted by CDC Parole. Macias was arrested and booked on a parole hold.
9:01 p.m., Alvaro Viada Diaz, 33, of Willows, was booked into the Glenn County Jail on charges alleging causing bodily injury while under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs (a felony), causing bodily injury while under the influence of alcohol (a felony), cruelty to a child with the possibility of injury or death (a misdemeanor), and driving without a license (a misdemeanor). Bail was set at $85,000. He was taken into custody on County Road 39, west of County Road T, by a California Highway Patrol officer.
Thursday, March 27:
2:37 p.m., Gustavo Delgado, 34, of Williams, was booked into the Glenn County Jail on charges alleging driving while under the influence of alcohol (a misdemeanor). Bail was set at $5,000. He was taken into custody on Wood Street at Butte Street, Willows, by a Glenn County Sheriff’s deputy.
According to the Glenn County Sheriff’s log, at about 2:01 p.m. on March 27, 2025, Sergeant Ramirez responded to the intersection of West Wood and Butte Streets in Willows for a traffic collision. Sergeant Ramirez arrived at the location of the accident and found a blue Ford F-150 and a white Lexus were involved in the collision. Sergeant Ramirez identified Robert Belter of Willows as the driver of the Ford and Gustavo Delgado, Jr., of Williams as the driver of the Lexus. Others who were included as “involved parties” were Barbara Jo Barnard of Stonyford and Cassandra Nicole Serrano of Williams. During the course of the traffic collision investigation, it was discovered Delgado had reportedly consumed alcohol at Casa Ramos in Willows. Delgado performed standardized field sobriety tests on scene. He was ultimately placed under arrest for allegedly driving while under the influence. He was transported to the Glenn County Jail and turned over to jail staff.
Daryl Dean Alberico died on Saturday, March 22, 2025. He was born in Orland to Albert and Lily Alberico on February 15, 1942.
He graduated from Orland High School in 1960. After high school, he drag raced his 1964 Corvette in Redding for a brief time.
He enjoyed Stony Gorge Lake with his family, boating and water skiing. For many years, he played men’s softball, in Orland, for the Artois Volunteer Fire Department team.
Also, for many years, he played softball in the Willows Men’s Softball League with Daryl Spooner, Harold VonBargen, Pete and John Berens, Gary and Dennis Pence, Joey Furtado, and others.
Farming and agriculture were his lifelong career. He worked at the family farm in Artois with his dad, Albert, growing Ladino clover, barley, wheat and milo.
He did his own custom farming in rice and did some custom farming in the Willows area for Emerald Farms, harvesting onions for seed.
He founded, owned, and operated Poly, Riser & Pipe until it was sold in 2005.
He had a passion for elk and deer hunting, in his younger years at Buck Rock at Government Flat. Later on, he hunted in Utah, Colorado and various other areas.
His love for fishing was spent mostly on the Sacramento River and, occasionally, at Lake Almanor and Butte Meadows.
He was a generous, dedicated man who loved sharing his collection of cars. Throughout the years, he enjoyed taking his cars to car shows, especially the shows in Durham.
He donated his time and car rides for Make a Wish Foundation at Thunderhill Raceway Park.
He is survived by his daughters, Nicolette Deming (Paul), Natasha Alberico and Nashara Wisenbaker (Scott); grandchildren Brittney Faulkner (Dewayne) and William N. Wisenbaker; great-grandchildren Ava and Adalynn Faulkner; brother Russell Alberico (Judy); sister Karla Dreiss (Raymon); and many nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his younger brother, Jay Alberico (wife, Nancy), who died on September 20, 2014.
A celebration of life is planned for noon on Friday, May 30, at the Elks Lodge, 150 South Shasta Street, Willows. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the Artois Volunteer Fire Department or the Make a Wish Foundation.
All are welcome to attend and celebrate Daryl’s life.
Surrounded by loved ones, Linda Dean Porter died peacefully at her home in Stonyford on Sunday, March 23, 2025. She was born in Chico to Clarence and Faye Porter on November 3, 1946.
The beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother devoted her life to her family and the simple joys of country living.
A special person and friend to many, she will be remembered for her generous spirit, her dedication to her family, her forgiving heart, her compassion for all living things, and the profound impact she had on the lives of those around her.
Linda was the proud mother of five children: William, Lonnie Sr., Steven, Tabatha and Monica. Her legacy lives on in her 18 grandchildren and 32 great-grandchildren, all of whom she adored.
In accordance with Linda’s wishes, no funeral or memorial services are planned. Instead, her family invites those who loved her to quietly celebrate her life and reflect on the cherished moments they shared with her.
Laura Belle Cannizzaro of Orland died at WestHaven Senior Living in Orland on Thursday, March 20, 2025. She was born in Niagara Falls, New York, to John Smith and Eleanor Bradbury on July 27, 1935.
On July 3, 1954, she and Dominic Cannizzaro, Jr., were married. They were happily married for 59 years.
She was very proud of her five sons, and took much pride in raising them. For 40 years, she was dedicated to being a homemaker.
She is survived by her sons Nick (Nina) of Myrtle Creek, Oregon, Dave (Bette) of San Leandro, John of Fort Bragg, Paul (Jennifer) of Powell, Wyoming, and Vince (Stephanie) of Orland; eight grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her father, John Smith; mother, Eleanor Smith; and brothers Jack, Charlie, and Tommy.
A graveside service is planned for 1 p.m. on Saturday, April 5, at the Orland Cemetery located at 3900 County Road P. A reception is to immediately follow the graveside service.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to “Wreaths Across America.” Donation checks can be sent to Dottie Tefelski, 102 Chapman Street, Orland, CA 95963.
Arrangements are under the direction of Sweet-Olsen Family Mortuary of Orland.
Here is a list of the bookings into the Glenn County Jail, with information provided by jail personnel, the Glenn County Sheriff’s log, the Orland police log, and other sources. Remember: Everyone accused of a crime is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
Wednesday, March 19:
5:50 a.m., Ariel Pantoja, 26, of Orland, was booked into the Glenn County Jail on charges alleging possession of a controlled substance, and possession of controlled substance paraphernalia (both misdemeanors). Bail was set at $0. He was taken into custody at 1016 South Street by an Orland police officer.
According to the Orland Police Department’s log, at about 5:14 a.m. on March 19, 2025, Orland police officers responded to the Speedway on Hoff Way for a report of a man who was allegedly in possession of narcotics and refusing to leave the business. Following an investigation, Ariel Pantoja, 26, of Orland, was arrested and booked for alleged possession of a controlled substance and paraphernalia.
11 a.m., Robert Louis Jackson, 35, of Fairfield, was booked into the Glenn County Jail on a Glenn County Superior Court warrant alleging failure to appear on a misdemeanor charge. Bail was set at $70,000. He was taken into custody at the Solano County Jail by a Glenn County Sheriff’s deputy.
12:02 p.m., Fernando Rodarte Montalvo, 51, of 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 6379 County Road 16, sp. #11, by an Orland police officer.
According to the Orland Police Department’s log, at about 11:52 a.m. on March 19, 2025, responded to the 6300 block on County Road 200 for a report of a restraining order violation. Officers contacted Fernando Montalvo, 52, of Orland, who was arrested and booked for allegedly violating a restraining order.
1 p.m., Alexander Sanchez, 34, of Chico, was booked into the Glenn County Jail on charges alleging possession of a controlled substance, and possession of controlled substance paraphernalia (both misdemeanors). Bail was set at $0. He was taken into custody at 205 South Culver Street, Willows, by a Glenn County probation officer.
1:55 p.m., Mike Chester Dacey, 42, of Willows, was remanded to the Glenn County Jail for felony violation of probation. Bail was set at $35,000. He was taken into custody at the Glenn County Superior Court by a Glenn County Sheriff’s deputy.
According to Glenn County Superior Court records, in January of 2022, Dacey was found guilty of infliction of corporal injury. He was sentenced to 120 days in the county jail and three years’ probation, to end on September 30, 2025.
According to the Glenn County Sheriff’s log, on December 19, 2021, deputies were dispatched to 2584 County Road I for a report of a domestic violence incident that just occurred. While enroute, deputies located the suspect, Mike Dacey, at 115 North Villa Avenue, Willows, and detained him. Deputies contacted the victim and initiated an investigation. The victim reported Dacey placed his right hand around the front of her throat and squeezed for 15 to20 seconds. Deputies subsequently arrested Dacey and transported him to the Glenn County Jail.
3:43 p.m., Katie Sue Michelle Jimenez, 20, of Orland, was booked into the Glenn County Jail on charges alleging willful cruelty to a child resulting in possible injury or death (a felony). Bail was set at $50,000. She was taken into custody at 6378 County Road 200, sp. #33, by an Orland police officer.
11:47 p.m., Shauna Sanders, 45, of Grass Valley, 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, possession of controlled substances without a prescription, and driving with a suspended license (all misdemeanors). Bail was set at $10,000. She was taken into custody at Lely Park, 975 East South Street, by an Orland police officer.s
According to the Orland Police Department’s log, at about 11:20 p.m. on March 19, 2025, Orland police officers observed a 2006 Chevy Suburban entering Lely Park after hours. Officers contacted Shauna Sanders, 45, of Corning. Following an investigation, Sanders was arrested and booked for allegedly driving while under the influence, driving with a suspended license, and possessing prescribed medication without a prescription.
Thursday, March 20:
No one was booked into the Glenn County Jail on this date.
Friday, March 21:
12:03 a.m., Hugo Olivera Moreno, 29, of Corning, was booked into the Glenn County Jail on charges alleging public intoxication (a misdemeanor). Bail was set at $0. He was taken into custody at 745 Paigewood Drive by an Orland police officer.
According to the Orland Police Department’s log, at about 11:38 p.m. on March 20, 2025, Orland police officers were dispatched to the Paigewood Village Apartments for a report of suspicious man acting strangely. Officers contacted Hugo Moreno, 29, of Corning. Following an investigation, Moreno was arrested and booked for alleged public intoxication.
1:53 p.m., Jonathon Paul Fred, 35, of Elk Creek, was booked into the Glenn County Jail on charges alleging infliction of corporal injury on a spouse or cohabitant (a felony), and damaging a wireless communication device (a misdemeanor). Bail was set at $25,000. He was taken into custody at the Grindstone Rancheria, #16, Elk Creek, by a Glenn County Sheriff’s deputy.
2:20 p.m., Elsworth Ray Thompson, 49, of Stockton, 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 County Road I, north of County Road 25, by a California Highway Patrol officer.
7:45 p.m., Michael Jeffery Puleo, 39, of Willows, was booked into the Glenn County Jail without bail on charges alleging violation of post-release community supervision (a felony). He was taken into custody at 800 East Wood Street, Willows, by a Glenn County Sheriff’s deputy.
According to the Glenn County Sheriff’s log, at about 7:27 p.m. on March 21, 2025, deputies were dispatched to the area of North Alpine Street and East Walnut Street in Willows for a report of a suspicious person. Deputies contacted Michael Puleo, who was subsequently arrested for allegedly violating the terms of his post-release community supervision.
8:49 p.m., Arik John Cortez, 53, of Orland, was booked into the Glenn County Jail on charges alleging public intoxication (a misdemeanor). Bail was set at $0. He was taken into custody at 817 Newport Avenue by an Orland police officer.
According to the Orland Police Department’s log, at about 8:33 p.m. on March 21, 2025, Orland police officers responded to the Orland Manor Apartments, 817 Newport Avenue, for a report of an unknown man yelling for help in the area. Officers located and contacted Arik Cortez, 53, of Orland. Following an investigation, Cortez was arrested and booked for alleged public intoxication.
11:33 p.m., Ashly Margarita Simental-Bravo, 31, of Red Bluff, 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 on East Walker Street, west of Papst Avenue, Orland, by a California Highway Patrol officer.
Saturday, March 22:
12:22 p.m., Megan Elizabeth Martin, 40, of Bishop, was booked into the Glenn County Jail on charges alleging driving while under the influence of a drug (a misdemeanor). Bail was set at $5,000. She was taken into custody on Highway 32, west of County Road RR, by a California Highway Patrol officer.
12:40 p.m., Joshua Michael Pence, 45, of Willows, was booked into the Glenn County Jail on a Glenn County Superior Court warrant alleging failure to appear on a misdemeanor charge. Bail was set at $20,000. He was taken into custody at 840 Baywood Way, Willows, by a Glenn County Sheriff’s deputy.
According to the Glenn County Sheriff’s log, at about 12:23 p.m. on March 22, 2025, Deputy Sotelo had prior knowledge of an outstanding Glenn County Superior Court bench warrant for Joshua Pence. Deputy Sotelo contacted Pence at his parent’s residence in the 800 block of Baywood Way in Willows. Deputy Sotelo confirmed Pence’s warrant and arrested him. He was transported to the Glenn County Jail for booking.
Sunday, March 23:
1:30 p.m., Edgar Castro, 42, of Orland, was booked into the Glenn County Jail on a Sutter County Superior Court warrant alleging failure to appear after giving a written promise (a misdemeanor). Bail was set at $11,000. He was taken into custody at 405 A Street by an Orland police officer.
According to the Orland Police Department’s log, at about 12:46 p.m. on March 23, 2025, Orland police officers were dispatched to the 400 block of A Street for a report of a cold assault. Officers contacted Raschell Wammack, 51, of Orland, who alleged that Edgar Castro, 43, of Orland, had assaulted and brandished a firearm at her a week prior.
At about 1:21 p.m. the same date, Orland police officers contacted Edgar Castro, 43, of Orland, on a report of a cold assault. Dispatch reported Castro had an outstanding warrant out of Sutter County. Castro was arrested on the warrant and transported to the Glenn County Jail for booking.
6:57 p.m., Marco Antonio Lomeli, 25, of Artois, was booked into the Glenn County Jail on charges alleging driving while under the influence of a drug, and possession of a controlled substance (both misdemeanors). Bail was set at $5,000. He was taken into custody on Cherry Street, west of Fifth Street, Willows, by a California Highway Patrol officer.
According to the Glenn County Sheriff’s log, at about 6:06 p.m. on March 23, 2025, deputies were dispatched to the area of Cherry and North Colusa Streets in Willows for a verbal disturbance. Deputies arrived on scene and contacted the involved parties. Deputies learned the disturbance was regarding the driving of Marco Lomeli, near Highway 45. The California Highway Patrol was contacted and ultimately took over the DUI investigation.
8:40 p.m., Abigai Lopez Lopez, 32, of Willows, was booked into the Glenn County Jail on a Glenn County Superior Court warrant alleging disobeying a court order (a misdemeanor). Bail was set at $20,000. He was taken into custody on Highway 99 at the Blue Gum Bridge by a Glenn County Sheriff’s deputy.
According to the Glenn County Sheriff’s log, at about 8:22 p.m. on March 23, 2025, Erica Castro came to the Glenn County Sheriff’s Office to report she was in a verbal altercation with her boyfriend, Abigai Lopez. Sgt. Lemmon was dispatched and contacted Castro. Castro advised they were in an argument and she had dropped Lopez off in the Artois area. Castro said she was worried Lopez would walk home to their residence and cause another disturbance. Sgt. Lemmon and Deputy Peterson responded to the Artois area. Lopez was contacted and found to be heavily intoxicated. Lopez also was found to have an outstanding warrant for his arrest. Lopez was ultimately arrested for the outstanding warrant.
11:53 p.m., Vance Wayne Wilkins, 30, of Orland, was booked into the Glenn County Jail on charges alleging infliction of corporal injury on a spouse or cohabitant (a felony), and misdemeanor child endangerment. Bail was set at $35,000. He was taken into custody at Ellis Street and Highway 32 by an Orland police officer.
According to the Orland Police Department’s log, at about 11:09 p.m. on March 23, 2025, Orland police officers responded to the Paigewood Village Apartments, 745 Paigewood Drive, for a report of a domestic disturbance. Officers contacted Alyssa Wofford, 28, and Vance Wilkins, 30, both of Orland. Following an investigation, Wilkins was arrested and booked for alleged felony domestic violence and child endangerment.
Monday, March 24:
2:20 p.m., Joshua John Welter, 43, of Willows, was booked into the Glenn County Jail on charges alleging public intoxication (a misdemeanor). Bail was set at $0. He was taken into custody at West Sycamore and Enright Streets, Willows, by a Glenn County Sheriff’s deputy.
According to the Glenn County Sheriff’s log, at about 2:07 p.m. on March 24, 2025, Glenn County Sheriff’s dispatch received a call from an employee at Glenn Medical Center, 1133 West Sycamore Street, Willows, who reported Joshua Welter was inside of their building causing a disturbance, and that he was allegedly intoxicated. Deputies were detailed to GMC and located Welter at the intersection of West Sycamore Street and Enright Avenue. Welter was allegedly aggressive towards deputies upon their arrival, and he appeared to be … [the sheriff’s log cuts off at this point].
Following are some recent death notices, as taken from the Glenn County Sheriff-Coroner’s logs.
Friday, March 7:
Jacqueline Marguerite White, 89, of Redding, died at the Willows Care Center.
Saturday, March 8:
Lillian Dorothy Reyes of Corning died in Orland.
Monday, March 10:
Willows resident Julia Mertie Hirsch, 75, died in Willows.
A San Francisco man died north of Orland. Said to be in his early 50s by a relative at the scene, his name was withheld in the sheriff’s log, probably pending notification of next of kin.
Thursday, March 13:
Orland resident Ma Eudelia Espino, 62, died in Orland.
Lifelong Glenn County resident Richard Perez, 92, died.
Friday, March 14:
Orland resident Cheryl Moniz, 65, died in Orland.
Willows resident Patricia Reynolds died in Willows.
Monday, March 17:
Jose Sandoval Carlos, 87, died in his home in Orland.
Willows resident Randall Dwight Davis died in a residence in Willows.
Thursday, March 20:
Laura Belle Cannizzaro, 89, died at WestHaven Assisted Living.
Marvin Lee Olivarez, 68, of Willows, died in an orchard near the Blue Gum Motel, between Willows and Artois.
Jose Sandoval Carlos in his Orland home on Monday, March, 17, 2025. He was born in Nayarit, Mexico, to Maria Carlos and Ramon Sandoval on September 16, 1937.
On September 8, 1974, he married Lucila Sandoval. He and his wife were married for 50 years.
Jose has many accomplishments that he is proud of, his family being a major one. Among his children’s and grandchildren’s accomplishments, he was very proud that all his children had graduated high school, two of them received bachelor’s degrees, and all of his children are very hardworking.
He was proud to be able to purchase a home for his wife. They loved gardening together.
He is survived by his wife; Lucila Sandoval of Orland; daughters Christina Sandoval of Orland, Otilia Martinez (Juan Martinez) of Olivehurst, and Lucy Sandoval (Rosalio Montero) of Orland; son Jose Sandoval of Orland; grandsons Luis G. Sandoval, Daniel Xavier Garcia, Fabian Sandoval, Rosalio Jose Montero, Rodrigo Montero, and Cristiano Sandoval; granddaughters Esmeralda Garcia, Marcela Sandoval, Carolina Sandoval, and Sofia Otilia Sandoval; great grandkids Zavier Matias Garcia, and Arrietty Esther Gontiz; brother Jesus Lopez; and sisters Esther Carlos, and Herlinda Lopez.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Maria Carlos; and father, Ramon Sandoval.
A rosary is scheduled for recitation from 4 to 7 p.m. on Thursday, April 3, at the Sweet-Olsen Family Chapel located at 825 A Street, Orland. A Mass is planned to be celebrated at noon on Friday, April 4, at St. Dominic Catholic Church.
Following Mass, a burial is to take place at the Orland Cemetery located at 3900 County Road P.
Arrangements are under the direction of Sweet-Olsen Family Mortuary, Orland.
With her children beside her, Donnis Marie Plott of Orland died peacefully in Chico on Tuesday, February 18, 2025. She was born in Los Angeles to Francis M. and Faye Hulbert on August 5, 1928.
At some time during her early childhood, the family moved to Kansas. Then, after her sister, Dorothy, was born, the family returned to Burbank in 1937.
Upon graduating from Burbank High School, she began her career in banking as secretary to the bank manager of Security First National Bank.
On a trip to Northern California to visit friends in 1949, she attended a dance at the Paradise Veterans Memorial Hall. There, she met the love of her life, Kent Plott, a dairyman from Vina.
They married on November 12, 1950. Inducted into the Army on January 1, 1951, Kent Plott was stationed in Oahu, and Donnis was fortunate to move with him and work there.
Upon discharge from the Army, they returned to Vina, where they started their family. Karen was born in 1953, Janet in 1954 and Eric in 1963.
Operating a dairy was a full-time job for all. Yes, Donnis learned to milk cows!
In 1970, the family moved to Orland and continued in the dairy business. Donnis returned to work for Bank of America in Corning and later in Chico.
Serving 30 years earned her the distinction and honor of “Founders Club”, which was celebrated in San Francisco. Donnis was extremely proud of the service she provided and the relationships she built with her clients, co-workers and community.
Donnis retired in 2000.
She joined the Corning Chapter of Beta Sigma Phi in 1979 and valued those longtime friendships.
As a member of the Orland Federated Church, she was active in the Morningstar Circle.
Donnis and Kent enjoyed time spent with their family and friends, and traveling in their RV.
Donnis is survived by her children, Karen (Dwayne) Landrum of Chico, Janet “JP” (Roger) Clark of Arizona, and Eric (Polly) Plott of Dayton; grandchildren Keith, Katie, Tyler, and Brad; sister Dorothy Vadney; sister-in-law Sharon Williams; and many beloved nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Kent, who died in 2020. Donnis has been laid to rest next to him at the Vina Cemetery.
A memorial service to celebrate her life is set for 2 p.m. on Friday, March 28, at the Federated Church, 709 First Street, Orland.
In lieu of flowers, consider a donation to the Orland Federated Church or a favorite charity.
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