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Here are some selected incident reports from the Glenn County Sheriff’s Office.

Thursday, Nov. 11:

10:05 a.m., Eric Pippin, a landscaper, reported a burglary to an outbuilding at 4671 County Road FF, west of Orland. The property owner was out of state. Deputy Rasmussen responded and learned that sometime in the previous two weeks, unknown persons entered a locked shed and stole a large safe and the contents inside, and other items. Additional items were moved outside the building, but were not taken from the property. Also, a vehicle inside a locked barn was broken into by breaking out the passenger-side window, but it did not appear that anything had been taken. The loss was estimated at about $2,100. If additional items are found missing when the property owner, Wayne Birk, returns, he indicated he will contact Deputy Rasmussen.

10:38 a.m., staff at the Willows Care Center reported the expected death of Gary Reed, 75. He suffered from a pre-existing illness, and was entered into hospice care on Nov. 5. His next of kin, Debra Reed of Orland, was notified at the time of death. The decedent was released to the care of Sweet-Olsen Family Mortuary of Orland.

4:44 p.m., Deputy Ramirez contacted Arturo Barba at 459 North Butte Street, Willows. The deputy had prior knowledge that Barba had an outstanding felony warrant out of Glenn County, and this was confirmed by Glenn County Communications. Barba was arrested and transported to the Glenn County Jail for booking.

7:34 p.m., Deputy Turner conducted a traffic stop on a 2009 Ford Explorer on Sixth Avenue at Walsh Avenue, Capay District, for vehicle code violations. The deputy contacted the driver, Sabina Alvarado, who allegedly admitted she had been drinking and probably drank too much. California Highway Patrol officers responded to conduct a DUI evaluation. Alvarado was subsequently arrested for allegedly driving while under the influence.

8:57 p.m., while a Glenn County Sheriff’s vehicle was traveling on County Road 306, north of the Glenn-Colusa county line, a black bear jumped off an embankment at a run and struck the rear area of the vehicle’s driver’s door. The unit sustained minor damage. The bear ran into Stony Creek.

Friday, Nov. 12:

9:04 a.m., Leonel Gutierrez Chavez went to the Glenn County Sheriff’s Office lobby to report vandalism to his residence. Deputies contacted Chavez, who reported his son, Leonel Gutierrez Rodriguez, broke a window to his residence, which resulted in about $100 in damage. Chavez wanted to pursue the matter criminally and signed a private person’s arrest form against Rodriguez. Deputies responded to Chavez’s residence, at 661 County Road Y, Afton, and located Rodriguez, who admitted to the crime. Rodriguez was arrested without incident and was booked into the Glenn County Jail.

9:21 p.m., deputies responded to 725 South Tehama Street, Willows, to conduct a welfare check on Katherine Powell due to her knocking on her neighbors’ doors. Deputies arrived on scene and contacted Powell, who appeared to be intoxicated. Powell was unable to walk by herself and had slurred speech. Powell was allegedly refusing to obey lawful orders by the deputies and was subsequently placed under arrest for allegedly being drunk in public. Powell was transported to the Glenn County Jail, where she was later released without charges after she was sober.

Saturday, Nov. 13:

9:38 a.m., staff from Glenn Medical Center reported the expected death of Bernard Hardesty, 92, of Chico. The decedent suffered from pre-existing illnesses and was entered into comfort care on Nov. 8. Next of kin, Kathleen Nave (daughter), was notified at the time of death. The decedent will be released to the care of Brusie’s Funeral Home of Chico, who was to be contacted by GMC staff.

4:17 p.m., deputies were dispatched to a report of a shoplift at the Willows Walmart. Upon arrival, deputies contacted the reporting party and initiated an on-scene investigation. It was determined Brittnie Fonseca of Corning allegedly attempted to steal a total of $1,327.82 worth of merchandise. Walmart employees were able to stop Fonseca before she exited and recovered all of the merchandise. While on-scene, Glenn County Communications reported Fonseca had a total of five outstanding warrants issued for her arrest out of multiple counites. Fonseca was subsequently placed under arrest for felony shoplifting, grand theft and her outstanding warrants, and booked into the Glenn County Jail.

4:23 p.m., deputies were dispatched to the 300 block of North Sacramento Street in Willows for a report of a possible domestic disturbance. Sergeant Draper arrived and contacted Melissa Parrish and Michael Fernandes on the sidewalk. After investigation, it was determined Parrish had caused a verbal disturbance outside of Kayla Hurt-Bassetti’s residence due to not being welcome there. Parrish was admonished for trespassing at Hurt-Bassetti’s request. While on scene, Parrish displayed objective symptoms of allegedly being under the influence of alcohol. Parrish had slurred speech, red watery eyes, and an unsteady gait. During a Horizontal Gaze Nystagmus evaluation, Parrish had distinct and sustained nystagmus (uncontrolled repetitive movements of the eyes) prior to 30 degrees angle of onset. A preliminary pulmonary screen (PAS) showed Parrish had a blood alcohol content of 0.200 percent (more than twice the legal amount for drinking and driving). Parrish was taken into custody for alleged public intoxication and booked into Glenn County Jail, to be released when sober.

5:50 p.m., Arthur Zazueta contacted the sheriff’s office, reporting Michael Deniz was at the Cali Smoke Shop on North Humboldt Avenue, acting suspicious. Zazueta alleged Deniz threatened he was going to kill them. Deputy Tuma was dispatched. After an on-scene investigation, Deniz was placed under arrest for allegedly making criminal threats and was transported to the Glenn County Jail, where he was released to jail staff for booking.

10:56 p.m., deputies responded to Glenn Medical Center on a report of an assault. Deputies arrived on scene and contacted Michael Walton, who was being treated for his injuries. Deputies initiated an investigation, which led deputies to 685 Main Street, Artois. Deputies contacted Marco Lomeli, who was subsequently placed under arrest for alleged felony assault.

11:19 p.m., deputies responded to 6772 Highway 32, Orland, for a report of a man trying to fight people at a birthday party. Upon arrival, Deputy Chavez contacted Amber Smith, who alleged that Miguel Tambriz-Lopez had arrived at the party intoxicated and when he was asked to leave, Tambriz-Lopez became aggressive and was seen walking in the roadway. Deputy Chavez contacted Tambriz-Lopez, who allegedly displayed objective signs and symptoms of being under the influence of alcohol, including slurred speech, red watery eyes, and an unsteady stance. Deputy Chavez determined Tambriz-Lopez was unable to care for himself due to his level of intoxication, and was subsequently placed under arrest for alleged public intoxication. Tambriz-Lopez was transported to the Glenn County Jail. While at the jail, Tambriz-Lopez submitted to a preliminary alcohol screening (PAS), which displayed he had a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of .138 percent, almost twice the legal amount for drinking and driving. Tambriz-Lopez was to be released when sober.

Sunday, Nov. 14:

12:04 a.m., Tony Xiong with the Willows Care Center contacted the sheriff’s office, reporting the expected death of Francis Hardisty, 80, of Anderson. Deputy Tuma was dispatched. The Decedent was pronounced deceased at approximately 11:40 p.m. on Nov. 13. The decedent suffered from a pre-existing medical condition. Next of kin, Sarah Hardisty, of Kelsyville, was notified of the decedent’s death and was contacted by Deputy Tuma. F.D. Sweet and Son Mortuary of Willows was contacted and the decedent was released to their care.

6:31 a.m., staff from Glenn Medical Center reported the expected death of Dorothy Wutzke, 83, of Willows. The decedent suffered from pre-existing illness and was entered into comfort care on April 24, 2020. Next of kin, Adolph Wutzke, was notified at the time of death. The decedent was released to the care of F.D. Sweet and Sons Mortuary.

8:13 a.m., an employee with Butte Home Health & Hospice reported the expected death of John Fogarty, 74, of Orland. The decedent suffered from pre-existing illnesses and was entered into hospice care on Nov. 11. Next of kin, Deborah Fogarty (wife), was notified of the death and deputies confirmed the notification. The decedent was to be released to the care of Sweet-Olsen Family Mortuary of Orland.

9:15 a.m., deputies were dispatched to a traffic collision in front of 681 North Butte Street, Willows. Suzanne Sanchez reported Anthony Francis collided with her parked Toyota 4Runner in a blue Buick Le Sabre. Deputies arrived and contacted Sanchez, who said Francis initially left the scene, but returned and exchanged information. Francis was not present when deputies arrived. Sanchez said that Francis did not have a copy of current insurance and wished to have the collision documented. Deputies observed damage to the driver’s side of the front bumper. Sanchez was provided with information and photographs of the Toyota were taken. No further assistance was requested.

6:51 p.m., Erick Gonzalez-Madera contacted the Glenn County Sheriff’s Office to report his wife left their residence at 334 North Sonoma Street, Willows, with their children after an argument. Deputy Chavez responded and contacted Gonzalez-Madera, who was standing in the grassy area next to street parking in front of his apartment complex. Gonzalez-Madera said his wife, Claudia Medina, had left after an argument regarding his drinking. Deputy Chavez determined Gonzalez-Madera was unable to care for himself due to his alleged level of intoxication, and was subsequently placed under arrest for alleged public intoxication. Gonzalez-Madera was transported to the Glenn County Jail. While at the jail, Gonzalez-Madera submitted to a preliminary alcohol screening (PAS), which displayed he had a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of .192 percent (more than twice the legal amount for drinking and driving. Gonzalez-Madera was to be released when sober. Deputy Chavez later contacted Medina, who said the incident was only an argument over Gonzalez-Madera’s level of intoxication and she left with her children to stay with her sister.

Monday, Nov. 15:

1:18 a.m., deputies contacted Ronald Triano, 59, at 4444 Commerce Lane, Orland. Deputies were aware Triano had an outstanding warrant for his arrest out of Glenn County. Glenn County Communications confirmed the warrant. Triano was placed under arrest and transported to the Glenn County Jail, where he was released to jail staff for booking.

8:33 a.m., David Corriea reported a cold theft of fuel that occurred at 2511 Highway 45 in Glenn. Deputy Ramirez responded and initiated an investigation. Deputy Ramirez discovered 700 gallons of gasoline had been stolen from two large fuel tanks on the property. Corriea was unable to provide any possible suspects.

9:42 a.m., Glenn County Child Welfare Services requested a deputy assist them in speaking with an eight-year-old Willows child who was possibly the victim of physical abuse. Deputy Lourenzo responded and spoke with the child. After an on-scene investigation, the allegations of physical abuse were substantiated and two children were taken into protective custody. The children were ultimately released to the care and custody of Glenn County Child Welfare Services.

11:05 a.m., Walter Mokler reported the theft of an engine hoist from 127 South Tehama Street, Willows. Deputy Lourenzo responded and took a report. Mokler reported the item was stolen from the bed of a pickup sometime during the night of Nov. 14. He valued the item at about $250. No suspect information was provided. Case is open pending identification of suspects.

12:10 p.m., Carolyn McGarr reported a burglary that occurred at the Willows Thrift Store at 239 West Sycamore Street, Willows. Deputy Lourenzo responded and contacted McGarr, who said someone unlawfully entered the business and stole about $200 in cash from their register. No suspect information was provided. The case is ongoing pending identification of suspects.

Tuesday, Nov. 16:

1:48 p.m., Art Leonard requested to speak to a deputy regarding ongoing trespassing issues at the Orland First Assembly of God Church located at 6268 County Road 12. Deputy Ramirez met with Leonard, who showed video footage of a small blue four-door hatchback vehicle spinning out on the property at about 8 a.m. The vehicle’s license plate was not visible. Leonard requested documentation for the incident.

Wednesday, Nov. 17:

11:14 a.m., deputies responded to the Willows Pharmacy for a report of an unresponsive newborn baby. Deputies arrived and discovered Sarah Johnson had given birth to a boy in the Walmart parking lot. The newborn was not responsive at birth. Johnson and her driver had attempted to find a hospital and ended up in the parking lot of the Willows Pharmacy at 226 North Butte Street. Johnson was ultimately transported to Enloe Medical Center and the newborn was transported to the Glenn Medical Center. After efforts were exhausted to resuscitate the newborn, he was pronounced dead at 12:20 p.m. Deputies conducted a coroner’s investigation and the decedent was ultimately released to F.D. Sweet and Son Mortuary.

Thursday, Nov. 18:

2:10 p.m., deputies contacted Marcos Gonzales of Artois at 315 South Tehama Street. They had prior knowledge that he had an active felony warrant for his arrest. Deputies arrested Gonzales without incident. He was transported and booked into the Glenn County Jail. His total bail was set at $100,000.

3:11 p.m., Bruce Klempner of Willows requested to speak with a deputy regarding a scam. Deputy Lourenzo contacted Klempner, who said an unknown individual scammed him out of about $6,400 after requesting he deposit fraudulent checks and return the money using gift cards. A report was taken and Deputy Lourenzo provided Klempner with options.

3:39 p.m., staff from the Willows Care Center reported the expected death of Alan Scott, 59, of Chico. The decedent entered hospice care on July 8. He suffered from preexisting health conditions. Next of kin, William Scott, was notified of the decedent’s death. The decedent was released to the care and custody of F.D. Sweet & Son Mortuary, Willows.

3:54 p.m., Deputy Lourenzo responded to the Inkwell, 323 North Tehama Street, Willows, for a report of a traffic collision. Upon arrival, Deputy Lourenzo contacted property owner Paul Erlendson, Naima Hanif (driver), and Navid Khan (passenger). Hanif reported as she was parking her 2021 Tesla near the business, the vehicle accelerated and propelled forward, colliding with the exterior wall of the building. The building suffered an amount of damage totaling an unknown monetary value. Erlendson and Hanif exchanged personal and insurance information prior to Deputy Lourenzo arriving on scene. Both parties were provided with information.

7:48 p.m., Deputy Ayres contacted Shawn Mack and Amber Mack, who were occupants of a Honda Civic that was parked on County Road 8, east of Highway 99. The deputy was aware that the Civic was recently impounded by the Anderson Police Department due to Shawn Mack being arrested for allegedly selling drugs. The deputy observed suspicious activity and Shawn Mack was believed to be on parole. He was detained. He was determined to be on searchable probation out of Modoc County. He allegedly admitted to having heroin in the vehicle. A search of Shawn Mack and his vehicle was conducted. Deputies located methamphetamine, heroin and a loaded meth pipe in the car. These items were confiscated for destruction and Shawn Mack advised he would be on his way.

9:51 p.m., Deputy Ayres responded to a single-vehicle rollover in the area of County Roads 24 and U. The deputy assisted until no longer needed. The scene was turned over to the CHP. (See Nov. 19 Glenn County Observer story, “Willows man suffers major injuries in rollover”.)

Friday, Nov. 19:

10:12 a.m., deputies contacted Seth Dominguez-Feathers at 600 North Humboldt Avenue, near apt. #122. Deputies had prior knowledge Dominguez-Feathers had an outstanding misdemeanor warrant issued for his arrest, out of Glenn County. Deputies confirmed the warrant via Glenn County Communications and arrested Dominguez-Feathers without incident. Dominguez-Feathers was transported and booked into the Glenn County Jail. His bail was set at $22,000.

11:50 a.m., deputies observed Joseph Salyer outside of the back yard of 604 Fifth Street, Willows. Deputies had prior knowledge Salyer had outstanding warrants issued for his arrest from outside agencies. Deputies contacted and detained Salyer while Glenn County Communications confirmed his warrants. Salyer allegedly admitted to having methamphetamine and drug paraphernalia on his person. Deputies located a small plastic bag, with a usable amount of suspected methamphetamine, and a glass pipe containing white residue on Salyer’s person. Salyer was arrested and transported to the Glenn County Jail, where he was booked for fresh charges and three outstanding warrants.

8 p.m., the CHP contacted the Glenn County Sheriff’s Office to request assistance with a vehicle accident. Deputy Chavez responded and contacted Doriana Dyck, who said she was driving her 2017 Volkswagen east on County Road 60, just east of Highway 99. Dyck said she lost control of the vehicle and the vehicle went down an embankment into a ditch. Dyck said there were no other vehicles involved and declined medical assistance. Deputy Chavez assisted until no longer needed.

9:16 p.m., deputies responded to the Willows Walmart regarding a cold shoplifting incident that occurred and involved an employee stealing $36.27 worth of merchandise. Deputies arrived on scene and met with loss prevention employee Ryan Coker, who alleged Walmart’s employee, Michael Williams, stole several items over a course of several weeks and they wished to pursue criminal charges.

Saturday, Nov. 20:

7:15 a.m., Deputy Thompson was dispatched to a report of an assault. Deputies responded to 600 North Humboldt Avenue, apt. #188, Willows, and contacted Patricia Saxton. Saxton alleged she was assaulted by her nephew, Antoine Bostic. The deputy contacted Bostic inside the residence. After investigation, Bostic was arrested for alleged elder abuse and booked in the Glenn County Jail.

6:57 p.m., Deputy Tuma contacted Jose Griego, 44, walking in the roadway on Villa Street near Sunset Drive in Willows. Deputy Tuma noted Griego was stumbling as he walked, had trouble maintaining his balance, and could smell the odor of alcohol coming from Griego’s person. Griego allegedly admitted to drinking alcohol and being drunk. While out with Griego, Glenn County Communications said they received a report of Griego acting erratic and kicking trash cans. Deputy Tuma determined Griego was too intoxicated to take care for himself and placed him under arrest for alleged public intoxication. Griego was transported to the Glenn County Jail, where he was released to jail staff for booking. He was to be released when sober.

Sunday, Nov. 21:

3:03 a.m., while on routine patrol, Deputy Chavez observed a vehicle commit a moving violation. Deputy Chavez conducted a traffic stop at Highway 32 and County Road Q and contacted the driver, Dennis Rivera-Reyes. Rivera-Reyes allegedly showed obvious signs of being under the influence of alcohol, including red watery eyes and slurred speech. Deputy Chavez conducted field sobriety test and determined Rivera Reyes was allegedly under the influence of alcohol. Rivera Reyes was arrested and transported to the Glenn County Jail, where he was booked by jail staff.

6:53 a.m., staff from Butte Home Health & Hospice reported the expected death of Dawnmarie Harwell, 66, of Orland. The decedent suffered from pre-existing illnesses and was entered into hospice care on Aug. 2. Next of kin, Bart Harwell (husband), was notified at the time of death. The decedent was to be released to the care of Sweet-Olsen Family Mortuary of Orland.

11:20 a.m., while on patrol, Deputy Thompson located an orange 1978 Ford van in the parking lot of the Ord Bend Boat Launch. A records check showed the vehicle had been reported stolen from Chico on Oct. 26. The vehicle was unoccupied, and the CHP later responded for the recovery. The deputy stood by until no longer needed.

1:52 p.m., deputies were dispatched to 4081 County Road 203, Hamilton City, for a report of a physical altercation that just occurred. Upon arrival, deputies contacted Diana Haney, Jason Quiles, and a 13-year-old child and conducted an on-scene investigation. Quiles reported Shelby Haney approached him aggressively while holding a baseball bat. Quiles believed Shelby was going to strike him with the bat and elected to pursue the matter criminally and placed Haney under private person’s arrest. Deputies located Shelby, who admitted to approaching Quiles while holding the bat. Deputies placed Shelby under arrest and transported him to the Glenn County Jail.

Glenn County Observer

A week ago Sunday, an Orland man believed to be “armed and dangerous” led Glenn County law enforcement officers on a chase through the roads (and orchards) of the north county.

At about noon on Sunday, Nov. 14, Orland police officers responded to 321 South Street for a report of a man brandishing a shotgun. Officers arrived and contacted Trisha Schmitt, 43, of Orland, who reported a domestic violence incident that occurred on Nov. 10 and a brandishing of a shotgun on Nov. 14 by her ex-boyfriend, Christopher Allen, 46, of Orland.

The Orland Police Department issued a BOLO (Be On the LookOut) for Chris Allen, driving a silver 2004 Honda Accord. Allen was believed to be armed and dangerous.

Deputy Ramirez located the Honda at the intersection of County Roads 27 and M near Orland. Deputy Ramirez attempted to conduct a traffic stop on the Honda, but Allen failed to yield and a vehicle pursuit was initiated.

Glenn County Sheriff’s deputies, Orland police officers, and California Highway Patrol officers all assisted. Allen ultimately yielded on County Road KK, north of County Road 18, and was placed under arrest.

At about 2:06 p.m., Christopher Scott Allen, 46, a construction worker, was booked into the Glenn County Jail on charges alleging assault with a deadly weapon (a felony), threatening to commit a crime with intent to terrorize (a felony), infliction of corporal injury on a spouse or cohabitant (a felony), possession of a firearm by a felon (a felony), possession of ammunition by a prohibited person (a felony), evading a peace officer with wanton disregard for safety (a felony), exhibition of a deadly weapon other than a firearm (a misdemeanor), carrying a loaded firearm in a vehicle (a misdemeanor), obstructing or resisting a public service officer (a misdemeanor), and driving with a suspended license (a misdemeanor). His bail was set at $260,000, but he was also held without bail on charges alleging violation of parole (a felony).

At 3:04 p.m., Dennis Gates contacted Glenn County Communications and requested to speak with a deputy regarding vandalism to his trailers and fence sustained during a vehicle pursuit earlier the same day. Deputies contacted Gates, who reported during the pursuit, Christopher Allen drove his 2004 Honda Accord through his orchard at 6610 County Road 21, Orland.

Allen struck a utility trailer, which hit a horse trailer, then drove through a divider fence on the western side of the orchard. Gates said neither trailer sustained damage and he estimated the cost to repair the fence would be $100. Gates declined the pursue the matter criminally and was ultimately provided with his options.

During the pursuit of Allen, Glenn County Sheriff’s Sergeant Draper was traveling north on County Road KK, north of County Road 20, with activated emergency lights and sirens. While traveling at a high rate of speed, his patrol unit drove across an increased grade in the roadway, causing a hard landing on the roadway.

During an unknown time during the pursuit, a plastic undercarriage guard was knocked loose. The patrol unit’s muffler hangers also came off their mounts, which were rehung by Sergeant Draper.

The vehicle was driven from scene to Fleet Service for inspection.

Glenn County Observer

A Willows man was hospitalized with major injuries after rolling his Nissan on County Road 24 at County Road U late Thursday night.

He was also arrested on charges alleging driving while under the influence.

According to Officer Gilliam of the Willows office of the California Highway Patrol, at 9:45 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 18, Jesus Alejandro Palafox, 26, of Willows, was driving a 2003 Nissan west on County Road 24, east of County Road U, at 65 miles per hour.

As he traveled, he allowed his vehicle to leave the south side of the roadway.

While on the eastbound shoulder, he turned the steering wheel back to the right, which caused the Nissan to overturn several times prior to coming to rest on its roof south of Road 24.

Palafox was able to free himself from the vehicle and he remained on scene until the CHP arrived.

It was determined Palafox was allegedly under the influence of alcohol. He was arrested for allegedly driving while under the influence, then released for treatment of his injuries.

He was transported with major injuries to Enloe Medical Center in Chico.

According to the CHP, he was wearing his seatbelts at the time of the accident.

By Larry Judkins

Glenn County Observer

At its Tuesday, Nov. 3, meeting, the Glenn County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved a resolution opposing state-imposed vaccine mandates.

According to an executive summary to the members of the board, on Oct. 19, “the board of supervisors reviewed a draft resolution related to local concerns regarding vaccination mandates. Among the concerns voiced were the impacts that vaccine passport requirements or vaccination mandates would have on children, families, and the local economy.”

During the board’s discussion at the October meeting, staff was directed to return on Nov. 2, “with the draft resolution for possible adoption. This item and the proposed resolution reflect the board’s direction.”

The summary continues, “The board of supervisors, as elected officials, have a sworn oath to support the health and welfare of the people of Glenn County. The COVID-19 pandemic emergency has placed an unprecedented burden on health care systems and the local economy.

“The availability of COVID-19 vaccines is crucial to alleviating the impact of this disease on our local health and well-being. The board has consistently supported the efforts of our local health community, including Glenn County staff, in providing accurate information and access to vaccines.

“However, the public solicited the board to take up a resolution … that states no individual should be forced to be vaccinated against [his or her] wishes. Some feel that vaccine mandates are divisive and will not ultimately achieve the goal of recovery from the impacts ‑ physical, social, and economic ‑ of COVID-19 in our community.”

The summary concludes, “The drafted resolution stresses the importance of individual choice in determining whether to receive a vaccine and would establish the board’s position that vaccination for COVID-19 should not be mandated.”

The resolution reads:

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS, COUNTY OF GLENN, STATE OF CALIFORNIA RESOLUTION NO: 2021-________ RESOLUTION OPPOSING STATE IMPOSED COVID-19 VACCINE MANDATES

WHEREAS, the members of the Board of Supervisors, as elected officials, have solemnly sworn an oath to support the Constitution of the United States of America and the Constitution of the State of California which includes providing for the welfare of the general public; and

WHEREAS, the Board of Supervisors believes that scientific data overwhelmingly shows that vaccines are safe and effective at preventing diseases and that vaccination is a key component in responding to the significant health and economic effects of COVID-19; and

WHEREAS, the Board of Supervisors supports efforts to ensure that every Glenn County citizen who wants a COVID-19 vaccine has access; and

WHEREAS, the Board of Supervisors recognizes each individual’s right to refuse the vaccination based on their own religious or medical reasons; and

WHEREAS, the Board of Supervisors is aware of COVID-19 vaccine mandates imposed by public and private entities throughout the State of California and United States.

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Supervisors, County of Glenn, State of California, hereby:

1. Formally expresses its disapproval of any State or Federal policy or law that would create a COVID-19 vaccine mandate or seeks to limit or deny due process of law or equal protection of the laws because of an individual’s COVID-19 vaccination status; and

2. Strongly encourages all Glenn County citizens to discuss COVID-19 vaccination with their personal physician; and

3. Continues to support the Glenn County Department of Public Health in its efforts to educate our community on health implications of COVID-19 and effectiveness of vaccinations in preventing severe COVID-19 disease.

Although this and the other “whereas statements” have no binding legal effect, the fourth recital, “the Board of Supervisors recognizes each individual’s right to refuse the vaccination based on [his or her] own religious or medical reasons”, touches upon a difficulty: California is one of six states that do not accept religious exemptions for required medical treatments, the other five being Connecticut, Maine, New York, Mississippi, and West Virginia.

In California, exemptions are permitted only for medical reasons.

The first three recitals are at least implicitly pro-vaccination. The last two, however, suggest an animosity to COVID-19 vaccinations, especially state and federal vaccine mandates.

The first of the three resolved statements, in which the County of Glenn “[formally] expresses its disapproval of any State or Federal policy or law that would create a COVID-19 vaccine mandate or seeks to limit or deny due process of law or equal protection of the laws because of an individual’s COVID-19 vaccination status”, seems potentially problematic.

Medical mandates have a long history in California, so as long as county officials do not go beyond mere expressions of disapproval, the county should be safe from the state taking legal action against it; but, if county officials openly defy the state, it seems there could be serious legal ramifications.

State legislation imposing medical mandates include Division 105 of the California Health and Safety Code, passed by the California legislature in 1995. Chapter 2 of this law states in part that “it is the intent of the Legislature to provide … [a] means for the eventual achievement of total immunization of appropriate age groups against the following childhood diseases …”

These diseases include diphtheria; hepatitis B; haemophilus influenzae type b; measles; mumps; pertussis (whooping cough); poliomyelitis; rubella; tetanus; varicella (chickenpox); and “[any] other disease deemed appropriate by the [California Department of Health Services], taking into consideration the recommendations of the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices of the United States Department of Health and Human Services, the American Academy of Pediatrics, and the American Academy of Family Physicians” (Glenn County Observer emphasis).

The chapter further states, “The governing authority [the governing board of each school district or the authority of each other private or public institution responsible for the operation and control of the institution or the principal or administrator of each school or institution] shall not unconditionally admit any person as a pupil of any private or public elementary or secondary school, child care center, day nursery, nursery school, family day care home, or development center, unless, prior to his or her first admission to that institution, he or she has been fully immunized.”

Prior to voting on the resolution, Thomas Arnold, Chairman of the Glenn County Board of Supervisors, asked the members of the public in the room, “Does anyone have anything to bring forward?” The first to speak was Andrea (no last name given), a resident of Orland.

Andrea said that the coronavirus pandemic has been “grotesquely politicized.” In what seems to be a self-contradictory claim, she stated, “The proof lies in the legislation bills that were passed in 2019 here in California.

“Those bills have made it possible for unlawful and unconstitutional mandates to sweep our state at the hands of Gavin Newsom and the California Department of Public Health.”

Andrea did not give any additional information regarding these bills passed in 2019. However, if they were “passed” and, as she implies, signed by Governor Newsom, then they cannot be “unlawful” or “unconstitutional” unless a court ruled them to be, and The Observer, in checking California Supreme Court rulings from 2018 to the present, could find no evidence that this ever happened.

Andrea made a number of additional claims. (Note: She consistently refers to the COVID-19 vaccines in the singular. In the United States, there are three separate vaccines that have been approved for emergency use by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, or CDC.)

Claim: The COVID-19 vaccine is a “liability-free product.”

This is mostly true. There are very strong limits on the ability to sue manufacturers of emergency products, not just vaccines, thanks to a 2005 law. This legislation was passed in order to not discourage manufacturers from developing emergency products and treatments that may provide protection to the public in the case of, say, a deadly worldwide pandemic.

Claim: The COVID-19 vaccine (or “so-called vaccine,” Andrea would likely prefer to call it) is “an injection [which] by definition is not even a vaccine as it does not provide immunity.”

It is true that the Pfizer, Moderna, and Johnson & Johnson vaccines do not provide total immunity. It is false that this means they are not really vaccines. Very few, if any, vaccines provide total, or “sterilized immunity.” In fact, many scientists maintain that sterilized immunity is a scientific myth.

The MMR Vaccine is about 97 percent effective in preventing measles, about 88 percent effective against mumps, about 89 percent for rubella, and 95 percent for chicken pox. Two doses of inactivated polio vaccine are 90 percent effective, while three doses is between 99 and 100 percent effective. The smallpox vaccine, now considered eradicated worldwide, was “only” 95 percent effective. By comparison, two doses of the Pfizer and Moderna vaccines are about 95 percent effective, while the J&J vaccine, after its single dose, is about 74 percent effective.

This issue regarding the definition of “vaccine” may be due to a recent change in the definition made by the CDC. Some members of the CDC were of the opinion that the center’s previous definition was outdated due to changes in the technology of manufacturing vaccines and how these new vaccines effect responses in the body. They were also aware that opponents of vaccinations were using the old definition against the advocates of vaccinations. So, the CDC changed the definitions of “vaccine” and “vaccination.”

However, vaccine opponents then began claiming that this change in definitions was part of a conspiracy to hide the “fact” that the new products allegedly aren’t really vaccines. This is like arguing that changing the definition of “automobile” so that it includes electric vehicles like Teslas is part of a conspiracy to hide the “fact” that these new vehicles aren’t really automobiles. Webster’s Seventh New Collegiate Dictionary, published in 1972, defines “automobile” as a “[usually] 4-wheeled” vehicle “designed for passenger transportation and propelled by an internal-combustion engine using a volatile fuel.” Today, the Merriam-Webster online dictionary omits the words, “and propelled by an internal-combustion engine using a volatile fuel.” Is this change a part of a conspiracy to deceive the public and discredit opponents of automobiles? No, the change in the definition of “automobile” was done simply in order to reflect the evolution of automobile technology. Likewise, the change in the definition of “vaccine” was done simply in order to reflect the evolution of vaccine technology.

Claim: The COVID-19 vaccine “does not prevent hospitalization nor death.”

Of course, there are other aspects of vaccines besides whether or not they provide sterilized immunity. For example, a vaccine may dramatically reduce the severity of the symptoms of a disease after it is contracted. After the onset of the Delta COVID variant, unvaccinated people were about 30 times more likely to end up in the hospital as vaccinated people who contracted the disease. Deaths among unvaccinated people also far outnumber deaths among vaccinated people.

Claim: The COVID-19 vaccine is a “product that does not prevent transmission.”

While it may not “prevent” transmission, a British study published last month indicates that people who received the Pfizer vaccine but then experienced a “breakthrough case” of COVID-19 were less likely to transmit the disease to others.

The next speaker gave her name as Joyce Davis and stated she is “a resident of Glenn County.” She also said she has a degree in biological science, attended USC, and has a radiology license. She further stated, “I work with advanced medical technology that involves quantum physics.”

Davis claimed, “One of the things that you all may not know is when you have a disease – any kind of disease – if you have treatments, it’s unlawful to develop a vaccine. And what we saw was a censorship and an absolute suppression of the treatments that were out there. And I know this because what I did is I joined America’s Frontline Doctors.”

Davis did not cite the alleged law that prohibits the development of vaccines if a treatment already exists. The Glenn County Observer could not find any such law or even a law that could be misinterpreted as having this meaning, and thinks a law preventing the development of vaccines under such conditions strains all credibility. Consider influenza. Decades (at least) before the first flu vaccine was developed by Jonas Salk in 1938, treatments for the flu existed, including drinking lots of fluids, getting plenty of rest, and eating healthy foods. This, however, did not prevent the Salk vaccine from being developed for Influenza-A, nor did it prevent a vaccine from being developed for all three strains of influenza (A, B, and C) in 1978, nor did this vaccine prevent the live attenuated influenza vaccine from being developed in 2003 ‑ even though a vaccine for all three strains of influenza already existed!

Regarding America’s Frontline Doctors (AFDs), this group is associated with the right-wing groups, the Council for National Policy and the Tea Party Patriots. The name was first used at a Tea Party Patriots event in Washington, D.C., in late July, 2020. Two months earlier, a conference call with members of the Council for National Policy disclosed that a coalition of doctors was being created to push for reopening the economy.

Dr. Simone Gold is the nominal founder and leader of AFDs. In April of 2020, a video of Gold began circulating in which she is shown standing in front of the emergency room entrance of the Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles while wearing a white lab coat with the words “Emergency Department” embroidered on it. A viewer of the video could reasonably infer that Gold is or was affiliated with the hospital.

This prompted Cedars-Sinai to issue this statement on July 29, 2020: “Simone Gold, MD, has not worked with Cedars-Sinai Medical Center or any of its offices or affiliates since 2015. For three weeks in late-2015, Dr. Gold was employed on a per diem basis by Cedars-Sinai Medical Network, a component of Cedars-Sinai. She worked during this brief time in a network urgent care clinic.

“Dr. Gold is not authorized to represent or speak about any information on behalf of Cedars-Sinai,” the statement concludes.

On January 6 of this year, Gold and John Strand, Creative Director of America’s Frontline Doctors, took part in the insurrection at the U.S. Capitol. They are accused of illegally entering the rotunda of the capitol building, where, standing in front of the statue from Kansas of General Dwight D. Eisenhower, Gold used a megaphone to promote her ideas regarding COVID-19, its real and imagined treatments, and vaccines. Less than two weeks later, she and Strand were charged with alleged obstruction of an official proceeding; aiding and abetting; entering and remaining in a restricted building or grounds; disorderly and disruptive conduct in a restricted building or grounds; disorderly conduct in a Capitol building; and parading, demonstrating, or picketing in a Capitol building.

Another of America’s Frontline Doctors is Stella Immanuel, from Katy, Texas. She has a clinic in a strip mall, Rehoboth Medical Center, and the church she leads, Fire Power Deliverance Church, is also located in that strip mall. Immanuel was another of the doctors present at the Tea Party Patriots event in Washington, D.C., in July, 2020. President Trump watched a video of the demonstration, and was very impressed with Immanuel. At a press conference a day or two after the Tea Party protest, Trump sang the praises of Immanuel:

“She was on air along with many other doctors. They were big fans of hydroxychloroquine. I thought she was very impressive in the sense that from where she came ‑ I don’t know which country she comes from [Editor’s Note: She was born in Cameroon, in west-central Africa.] ‑ but she said that she’s had tremendous success with hundreds of different patients. I thought her voice was an important voice but I know nothing about her.”

Besides advocating COVID-19 treatments that have been discredited by the vast majority of scientists and doctors, Immanuel has also promoted some truly bizarre ideas. For instance, she maintains that doctors make medicine using DNA from aliens, and that some physical problems, such as ovarian cysts and endometriosis, occur when demons have sex with humans in their dreams. She called cysts “evil deposits from the spirit husband” in a 2013 video. After Trump’s press conference in 2020, she told The Houston Chronicle, “Yes, demons sleep with people. Yes, if you pray for them, they get better.”

These ideas were apparently too much even for America’s Frontline Doctors. Immanuel, if she can be found at all on AFDs’ website, is no longer the shining star that she once was.

Davis claimed, “Fauci, our modern-day [Josef] Megele [the Nazi SS officer and physician at the Auschwitz death camp who performed deadly experiments on prisoners, selected victims to be killed in the gas chambers, and sometimes personally administered the gas], has a 51 percent share in Moderna.”

It is false that Fauci has a 51 percent share in Moderna. This notion seems to have evolved from a 2020 allegation from Robert F. Kennedy Jr. that Fauci “owns half the patent for the Moderna vaccine and will get royalties on it.”

In April of 2020, PolitiFact stated that “there is no publicly available evidence that Fauci personally stands to profit from a vaccine.” In June of that same year, the National Institutes of Health (NIH) explained that it was seeking patents related to the vaccine because its scientists created the “stabilized coronavirus spike proteins for the development of vaccines against coronaviruses, including SARS-CoV-2,” but that means that the agency would have a stake in the Moderna vaccine, not Fauci personally. (Fauci is the director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, one of the institutes of the NIH.)

Davis also referred to Dr. Robert Malone as the inventor of mRNA technology – as does Malone himself. This is inaccurate, however. In reality, he is just one of many researchers who contributed to the development of this technology.

Regarding mRNA, Davis claimed that “every animal, from a mouse to a chimpanzee, on which this has been tried, has died.” This is also false. It seems to be derived from a Facebook post alleging that all animals used in COVID-19 vaccine trials died months later from immune disorders, sepsis and/or cardiac failure. The study upon which this claim is actually based is one from 2012 and involved SARS, not COVID-19. There have been many advances in mRNA technology in the past decade, and animals are not dropping like flies after mRNA-based vaccines are administered to them. Furthermore, chimpanzees have not been used in any mRNA COVID-19 trials. As for mice, they are routinely euthanized after such trials; they have not died from immune disorders, sepsis and/or cardiac failure.

After dropping the names of several doctors who are against COVID-19 vaccines, Davis started to say, “My colleagues at UCLA tested …”, but she was interrupted by Board Chairman Thomas Arnold, who asked her to wrap it up. She did so a few minutes later.

Greg Michael of Willows was much more brief in his remarks to the board: “Thank you, guys. A couple of months ago, I said there was a storm coming. It’s here. People are waking up. I hope you do your job.”

The last speaker was Kortni Shockley of Orland. She explained that her youngest son has heart condition. After consulting with his medical team at Stanford, including his cardiologist, “they agreed with the choice not to get the vaccine.”

She continued, “We aren’t anti-vaccine. We are pro-freedom, pro-Constitution, pro-body-autonomy, pro-America. I believe in everyone’s right to choose and make the best medical decision for themselves and their children.

“We hope that the board votes today to support Glenn County residents in their freedom of choice. COVID vaccines do not make you immune to COVID. You can still catch it, still spread it, still be hospitalized, and still die as a fully vaccinated person. So why are businesses and schools requiring [un]vaccinated staff and students to be tested, but not the vaccinated? It makes zero sense and sounds a lot like discrimination and segregation to me….”

She further stated, “My entire family has had COVID, including my grandparents, my four children, including my son with his heart condition, and my fully vaccinated aunts. We all got through it, we all took proactive measures, and inexpensive and effective drugs such as Ivermectin. And we all survived. Yes, my fully vaccinated family members also tested positive and had just as severe symptoms as the rest of my family.”

She then touched upon conspiracy theory, saying, “I know we are very fortunate but I also think this plandemic [sic] and its members have been extremely manipulated and politicized. All of us are tired of being caught up in the B.S. We believe those who want the vaccine should have it and those who don’t shouldn’t have to….”

She concluded, “So, I just want to encourage this board and thank you guys because I know you guys have taken a lot of time and energy and listened to us all over the last few meetings and I hope you guys vote yes and stand with us and I appreciate you guys for coming and fighting with us and for our kids. Thank you.”

The motion to adopt the resolution was made by Supervisor Grant Carmon and seconded by Supervisor Kenneth Hahn. A vote was then taken and the resolution was passed unanimously.

The room erupted in applause.

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.

Wednesday, Nov. 10:

12:12 a.m., William James Hunter, 39, a landscaping worker who lives in Orland, was booked into the Glenn County Jail on charges alleging battery against a spouse or cohabitant (a misdemeanor). Bail was set at $5,000. He was taken into custody at 1185 Hoff Way by an Orland police officer.

2:26 p.m., Brian Jeffery Tindall, 48, 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). Total bail was set at $50,000. He was taken into custody at 127 East Walker Street by an Orland police officer.

2:39 p.m., Michele Evelyn Urrutia, 47, a laborer who lives in Hamilton City, was booked into the Glenn County Jail on a warrant alleging disobeying a court order (a misdemeanor). Bail was set at $13,000. She was taken into custody at 340 Sierra Avenue, Hamilton City, by a Glenn County Sheriff’s deputy.

3:34 p.m., Ira Neil Bennett, 54, a trash hauler who lives in Chico, 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 at 1062 South Street by an Orland police officer.

Thursday, Nov. 11:

1:40 p.m., Francisco Lopez Llamas, 57, a laborer who lives in Chula Vista, was booked into the Glenn County Jail on warrants alleging disobeying a lawful order of the court, and failure to appear on a felony charge (both felonies). Total bail was set at $105,000. He was taken into custody at the Tehama County Jail by a Glenn County Sheriff’s deputy.

4:14 p.m., Matthew James Fleming, 58, a laborer who lives in Orland, was booked into the Glenn County Jail on charges alleging attempted first degree burglary (a felony), obstructing or resisting a public service officer (a misdemeanor), trespassing (a misdemeanor), and felony violation of probation. Bail was set at $60,000. He was taken into custody in the 700 block of Seventh Street by an Orland police officer.

4:47 p.m., Arturo Barba, 31, a laborer who lives in Willows, was booked into the Glenn County Jail on a warrant alleging committing a lewd act upon a child (a felony). Bail was set at $50,000. He was taken into custody at 459 North Butte Street, Willows, by a Glenn County Sheriff’s deputy.

8 p.m., Sabina Alvarado, 21, a laborer who lives in Chico, 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). Bail was set at $10,000. She was taken into custody on Highway 32 at Shasta Avenue, Hamilton City, by a California Highway Patrol officer.

Friday, Nov. 12:

10:05 a.m., Leonel Emilno Gutierrez-Rodriguez, 26, a laborer who lives in Butte City, was booked into the Glenn County Jail on charges alleging misdemeanor vandalism. Bail was set at zero. He was taken into custody at 661 County Road Y, #6, Afton, by a Glenn County Sheriff’s deputy.

10:15 a.m., Lyle Leroy Cheever II, 53, a musician who lives in Artois, was remanded to the Glenn County Jail on charges alleging assault with force likely to produce great bodily injury, corporal injury with a prior of a person in a domestic relationship, and committing a crime which could result in aggregate and consecutive terms in prison (all felonies). Bail was set at $50,000. He was taken into custody at the Willows branch of the Glenn County Superior Court by a Glenn County Sheriff’s deputy.

9:24 p.m., Krishnakant Hasmukhlal Ramdas, 33, a clerk who lives in Orland, was booked into the Glenn County Jail on charges alleging second degree robbery (a felony), and possession of metal knuckles (a misdemeanor). Bail was set at $35,000. He was taken into custody at Eighth Street and Newville Road by an Orland police officer.

10:18 p.m., Katherine McKenzie Powell, 70, a beekeeper 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 725 South Tehama Street, #11, Willows, by a Glenn County Sheriff’s deputy.

Saturday, Nov. 13:

4:43 a.m., Tony Alexander Rangel, 20, a stocker who lives in Corning, was booked into the Glenn County Jail on charges alleging public intoxication (a misdemeanor). Bail was set at zero. He was taken into custody 364 Chapman Street by an Orland police officer.

4:46 p.m., Melissa Sharon Parrish, 38, a waitress who lives in Oroville, was booked into the Glenn County Jail on charges alleging public intoxication (a misdemeanor). Bail was set at zero. She was taken into custody in the 300 block of North Sacramento Street, Willows, by a Glenn County Sheriff’s deputy.

5:09 p.m., Brittnie Michelle Fonseca, 31, a cleaner who lives in Chico, was booked into the Glenn County Jail on charges alleging grand theft (a felony), and petty theft of retail merchandise (a misdemeanor). Bail was set at $10,000. She was also arrested for two no-bail warrants out of Tehama County alleging possession of a false driver’s license (a felony), and failure to appear on a felony charge; two warrants out of Shasta County alleging failure to appear on a misdemeanor charge, and failure to appear on a felony charge (total bail: $60,000); and a warrant out of Contra Costa County alleging failure to appear on a misdemeanor warrant, with bail set at $15,000. She was taken into custody at Walmart, 470 North Airport Road, Willows, by a Glenn County Sheriff’s deputy.

6:26 p.m., Michael Anthony Deniz, 24, a laborer who lives in Willows, was booked into the Glenn County Jail on charges alleging threatening to commit a crime with intent to terrorize (a felony), possession of a controlled substance (a misdemeanor), and possession of drug paraphernalia (a misdemeanor). Bail was set at $150,000. He was taken into custody at 600 North Humboldt Avenue, Willows, by a Glenn County Sheriff’s deputy.

11:43 p.m., Miguel Tambriz-Lopez, 19, a laborer who lives in Orland, was booked into the Glenn County Jail on charges alleging public intoxication (a misdemeanor). Bail was set at zero. He was taken into custody 6772 Highway 32, Orland, by a Glenn County Sheriff’s deputy.

11:53 p.m., Marco Antonio Lomeli, 22, a farmer who lives in Artois, was booked into the Glenn County Jail on charges alleging battery with serious bodily injury (a felony). Bail was set at $50,000. He was taken into custody at 685 Main Street, Artois, by a Glenn County Sheriff’s deputy.

Sunday, Nov. 14:

The bookings for this date were not available at the time for publication.

Monday, Nov. 15:

1:29 a.m., Ronald James Triano, 59, a construction worker who lives in Orland, 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 $10,000. He was taken into custody at 4444 Commerce Lane, Orland, by a Glenn County Sheriff’s deputy.

9:09 a.m., Cheynne Renee Heavrin, 27, a food service worker who lives in Orland, was booked into the Glenn County Jail on warrants alleging disobeying a lawful order of the court (a felony). Total bail was set at $75,000. She was taken into custody at the Butte County Jail by a Glenn County Sheriff’s deputy.

9:09 a.m., William Barry Heavrin, 47, a laborer who lives in Willows, was booked into the Glenn County Jail on a no-bail warrant alleging violation of post-release community supervision (a felony). He was taken into custody at the Butte County Jail by a Glenn County Sheriff’s deputy.

9:09 a.m., Taylor Austin Barrera, 23, a laborer who lives in Orland, 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 $20,000. He was taken into custody at the Butte County Jail by a Glenn County Sheriff’s deputy.

9:19 a.m., Ismael Ortiz Soliz Jr., 25, a dish washer who lives in Madera, was booked into the Glenn County Jail on a warrant alleging disobeying a court order (a misdemeanor). Bail was set at $30,000. He was taken into custody at the Glenn County Probation Department, Willows, by a probation officer.

2:32 p.m., Matthew James Fleming, 58, a laborer who lives in Orland, was remanded to the Glenn County Jail for alleged felony violation of probation. Bail was set at $60,000. He was taken into custody at the jail by a Glenn County Sheriff’s deputy.

4:45 p.m., Fermin Montes Salgado, 48, a laborer 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. He was taken into custody at 160 East Walker Street by an Orland police officer.

“I am just thankful that no one was hurt,” stated homeowner Pomali Thitphaneth Sunday evening. She added that “everyone was still awake” when the fire started. The call regarding a structure fire at 1065 Date Street in northwest Orland went out at about 7:30 p.m. The Willows and Artois fire departments were called for mutual aid almost immediately, but when the Orland Volunteer Fire Department arrived at the scene the mutual aid was cancelled. Law enforcement officers got to the home very quickly and made sure everyone was out of the house. Orland firefighters removed many items from the residence. It appeared that the fire may have started in the attic. Glenn County Observer photo by Larry Judkins.

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

Monday, Nov. 8:

12:30 a.m., Orland police officers responded to a medical aid call at 315 Eighth Street. Officers contacted a 54-year-old woman who had sustained a head injury due to a fall. She was transported to an area hospital by Westside Ambulance. [Editor’s Note: The OPD logs do not give the name of this woman, but this address is the home of Lolita Burd, 54.]

9:11 a.m., Orland police officers were dispatched to a report of possible drugs found at the Paigewood Village Apartments, 745 Paigewood Drive. Officers collected the suspected drugs for destruction.

10:24 a.m., Orland police officers were dispatched to 132 Eighth Street to check the welfare of Henry Huggins, 80. Officers contacted Huggins, who said he fine and wasn’t requesting any assistance.

12:04 p.m., Orland police officers responded for reported numerous 911 hang-up calls. Officers checked the school but were unable to locate any problems. School administration is investigating the incident.

2:52 p.m., Orland police officers responded to a non-injury traffic collision on Sixth Street at Walker Street. Officers determined the collision involved a school transportation van that had students on board. The investigation was turned over to the CHP.

4:36 p.m., on Fifth Street at Colusa Street, an Orland police officer initiated a traffic enforcement stop on a gray 1998 Honda Accord. Following an investigation, Maria Gomez, 34, of Orland, was arrested and booked on charges alleging violation of a court order, driving on a suspended driver’s license, and possessing a switchblade knife.

6:20 p.m., Orland police officers were dispatched to a report of a 13-year-old boy who left home without permission. Officers were unable to find the boy and the parents declined to file a missing person report. Officers later found the child and transported him to his parents. The boy was counseled, and a report was taken for documentation.

11:28 p.m., Orland police officers were dispatched to 1316 Brookside Drive to attempt to contact Rafael Ruvalcaba, 31, for the Red Bluff Police Department. Officers were unable to locate Ruvalcaba.

Tuesday, Nov. 9:

8:29 a.m., Orland police officers responded to the Rancho de Soto Apartments, 1003 Newport Avenue, for a report of several vehicles that had been burglarized over the night. Officers contacted several people who reported vehicles had been either damaged or entered, with numerous items stolen.

9:48 a.m., Orland police officers responded to a report of an attempted burglary at Galaxy Marble and Granite, 212 East Walker Street. Officers contacted Mustafa Ilian, 25, of Orland, who reported an unknown person forced open a door to the business. Nothing was taken. Ilian requested extra patrol.

10:42 a.m., Orland police officers responded to assist CHP with checking the area for dogs running at large on Interstate 5, north of County Road 16. Officers checked the area but were unable to locate the dogs.

1:37 p.m., Orland police officers were dispatched to a report of petty theft at 305 Yolo Street. Officers contacted Esther Carrillo, 88, of Orland, who alleged that Sonia Lopez stole $110 worth of personal belongings from her residence. Carrillo requested documentation only.

3:18 p.m., Orland police officers responded to a report of a deceased 97-year-old woman at 721 East Street. The scene was turned over to Glenn County Sheriff’s deputies. Officers assisted with the coroner’s investigation. [Editor’s Note: According to the Glenn County Sheriff’s Office, the decedent was Beatrice Schroer.]

6:38 p.m., Orland police officers were dispatched to 55 Fair Court for a report of an eight-year-old assaulting a daycare provider. Officers contacted Jessica Raygoza, 30, who reported being hit by the eight-year-old. The child was counseled, and the father took the child home.

7:34 p.m., Orland police officers responded to a report of a vehicle that was revving its engine near the Orlanda Inn Motel, 827 Newport Avenue. Officers contacted Nicole Smith, 68, of Orland, who said that one of her neighbors was revving their engine. The involved party departed the area prior to the officers’ arrival.

8:35 p.m., Orland police officers conducted an area check on Salomon Drive for a report of a constant beeping noise. Officers located the noise and found it was coming from a RV. Officers attempted to contact the homeowners, but they were not home.

9 p.m., Orland police officers responded to 801 Watts Avenue for a report of an at-risk missing child. Officers contacted Maria Perez, 41, who reported her 11-year-old daughter missing.

11:28 p.m., Orland police officers responded to a report of a domestic dispute at the Black Butte Mobile Home Park, 6386 County Road 200. Following an investigation, William Hunter, 39, of Orland, was arrested and booked for alleged domestic battery.

Wednesday, Nov. 10:

3:33 a.m., Orland police officers were dispatched to 321 South Street to check the welfare of Trisha Smith. Officers contacted Smith, who said she was fine and did not know why her mother had called.

12:21 p.m., Orland police officers responded to the 400 block of Fifth Street for a report of a cold sexual assault. An investigation was initiated.

2:03 p.m., Orland police officers were dispatched to a report of shoplifting at the Autozone, 711 Sixth Street. Officers contacted an employee who said that two people stole about $80 of merchandise. Officers were unable to locate the involved people. The incident was documented.

2:27 p.m., at 127 East Walker Street, an Orland police officer contacted Brian Tindall, 48, of Orland. Tindall was arrested and booked for two felony warrants.

3:30 p.m., at the Orland Inn, 1052 South Street, an Orland police officer contacted Ira Neil Bennett, 54, of Chico. Following an evaluation, Bennett was arrested and booked for allegedly being under the influence of a controlled substance.

4:11 p.m., Orland police officers responded to a report of a possible burglary at Vinsonhaler Park, 100 Shasta Street. Officers contacted a group of children and determined no burglary occurred. The children were all counseled.

6:11 p.m., Orland police officers received a report of a domestic disturbance. Officers determined the crime was not occurring in the City of Orland. The proper jurisdiction was notified.

11:10 p.m., on South Street at Sixth Street, an Orland police officer conducted a traffic enforcement stop on a 2015 yellow Kia Sol. Cara Carpenter, 18, of Red Bluff, was cited for allegedly running a red light.

Thursday, Nov. 11:

1:59 a.m., Orland police officers were dispatched to 949 Date Street to check the welfare on a woman. Officers attempted contact but determined she no longer lives at the residence.

3:35 a.m., the Orland Police Department received a report of a suspicious person walking around in the area of 130 Fifth Street, wearing a gray sweatshirt. Officers searched the area but were not able to find anyone matching the description.

8:21 a.m., at O’Reilly Auto Parts, 304 East Walker Street, Alejandro Ramos, 32, reported two delivery vehicles had been damaged over the night and fuel was stolen.

10:19 a.m., Orland police officers were dispatched to the Newport Village Seniors Apartments, 110 Newport Avenue, to check the welfare of Kelli Paillon, 62. Officers contacted Paillon, who stated she was having a family issue. She was provided with information.

11:24 a.m., at the Orland Inn, 1052 South Street, an Orland police officer observed a gray 2007 Honda Civic parked with a license plate belonging to a BMW. Officers contacted the owner of the vehicle, who stated he recently bought the vehicle at auction and did not know the license plate did not belong on the vehicle. The license plate was removed, to be returned to the DMV.

12:25 p.m., Orland police officers responded to a report of an overdose of heroin at 1309 Brookside Drive. Officers were unable to locate anyone overdosing and determined the report was unfounded.

4 p.m., Orland police officers responded to a report of an attempted burglary in progress at 812 Seventh Street. Officers contacted Matthew Fleming, 58, of Orland. Following an investigation, Fleming was arrested and booked on charges alleging attempted burglary, probation violation, trespass, and resisting arrest.

6:26 p.m., Jessica Mojica, 29, of Orland, reported that several children were knocking on residents’ doors of the apartments at 819 Newport Avenue. The children had already departed the scene and Mojica was provided with information.

9:40 p.m., Orland police officers assisted Glenn County Sheriff’s deputies with a report of suspicious circumstances at 4771 County Road P. Officers remained on scene until no longer needed.

Rocky, just under a year old, is a Chihuahua-terrier-mix. He recently underwent surgery and is no longer as rocky (wink, wink) as he once was. If you are interested in adopting this wonderful, neutered dog, call (530) 517-1754 to arrange to see him in person. The Town and Country Humane Society shelter is located on Highway 99 between County Roads 21 and 23, south of Orland. It is a nonprofit run by volunteers committed to the idea of making life better for our furry friends. Glenn County Observer photo by Larry Judkins.

Here are some selected incident reports from the Glenn County Sheriff’s Office.

Friday, Nov. 5:

12:48 a.m., an anonymous person contacted the Glenn County Sheriff’s Office to report he saw three people entering an apartment at the Cedar Hills complex, 600 North Humboldt Avenue, Willows. The apartment, apt. #225, belonging to Seth Dominguez-Feathers, who was in custody, was supposed to be empty. Deputy Chavez responded and contacted Jonathan Hanson of Willows, Narciso Garcia of Williams, Leslie Lach of Willows, Mcevoy Jackson of Willows, and Damon Dosty of Marysville in the apartment. Glenn County Communications conducted a records check and confirmed Garcia had two local warrants. After speaking with all parties, Dominguez-Feathers confirmed no one was allowed in the apartment. All remaining people were admonished for alleged trespassing and moved along. Garcia was placed under arrest and transported to the Glenn County Jail, to be booked by jail staff.

1:12 a.m., Deputy Tuma contacted Zackariah Hammock at 1333 West Sycamore Street, apt. #31, Willows. Deputy Tuma was aware Hammock had an outstanding felony warrant for his arrest out of Glenn County. Glenn County Communications confirmed the warrant, and Hammock was placed under arrest and transported to the Glenn County Jail, where he was released to jail staff for booking.

1:58 a.m., Deputy Tuma contacted Jonathon Hanson on a call for service at 600 North Humboldt Avenue, apt. 225, Willows. Hanson was found to be on CDC parole with search stipulations. Deputy Tuma conducted a search of Hanson’s person and located a white crystalline substance consistent with methamphetamine. Hanson was placed under arrest and transported to the Glenn County Jail, where he was released to jail staff for booking.

5:42 a.m., an employee at the post office in Willows, Jessica Rosaura Ilharreguy, contacted the Glenn County Sheriff’s Office and reported a cold vandalism to one of their mail delivery vehicles. Deputy Huichapan responded to the post office at 315 West Sycamore Street and contacted the employee. The employee told Deputy Huichapan that an unknown suspect broke the driver’s side window of a delivery truck sometime over the night. The employee estimated the cost to repair the window at about $300 and did not believe anything was missing. The door to the delivery truck was still locked and the employee only requested documentation at this time. Deputy Huichapan did not observe any evidence in the area leading to a potential suspect.

10:17 a.m., Loren Koehn contacted Glenn County Communications and reported his red 2012 Honda 500 (ATV) was stolen from his property in the 6400 block of County Road 43, Willows. Deputies contacted Koehn, who reported his ATV was taken sometime between Oct. 21 and Nov. 4. Koehn did not have surveillance cameras installed and did not have any possible suspect information. The ATV was entered into the Stolen Vehicle System (SVS).

Saturday, Nov. 6:

9:06 a.m., Silvia Newhall reported the father of her children, George Dunlop, was causing a disturbance at their residence at 1056 County Road Z, Butte City. While en-route, Deputy Huichapan was told by Glenn County Communications there was a peaceful contact order between the two parties. Deputy Huichapan learned Newhall was the protected party and Dunlop the restrained party. Deputy Huichapan arrived on-scene and contacted the involved parties. After an on-scene investigation, Dunlop was placed under arrest for alleged violation of the criminal protective order and a cold domestic violence incident that was reported by Newhall.

10:23 a.m., Kenneth Hahn requested assistance with his brother, Lawrence Hahn, of Hamilton City, who was unresponsive and cold to the touch. Hamilton City Fire Department personnel responded, determined Lawrence Hahn was deceased, and requested a deputy coroner. Deputy Rasmussen responded and conducted a coroner’s investigation. The decedent was released to the care of Sweet-Olsen Family Mortuary of Orland.

2:46 p.m., deputies responded to 911 West Cedar Street, Willows, for a report of a disturbance. An anonymous caller could hear a man and woman yelling at one another in the area. Deputies arrived and Alexander Salas and the victim were in a white Toyota Corolla in the parking lot of the residence. Salas was allegedly observed on top of the victim with his hands in the area of the victim’s neck and yelling at her. The victim had injuries to her neck. Deputies detained Salas and conducted an investigation. Salas was ultimately placed under arrest for alleged domestic violence, false imprisonment, and a violation of probation.

7:50 p.m., Sergeant Draper responded to KFC, 226 North Humboldt Avenue, Willows, for a report of a domestic violence incident between a woman and Jesus Garcia of Willows. Upon arrival, Sergeant Draper attempted to contact Garcia, but he allegedly attempted to leave the area and refused to remove his hands from his coat pocket. Garcia was ultimately detained for allegedly resisting a law enforcement officer. After investigation, it was learned Garcia allegedly attempted to steer a vehicle off the roadway with his two children in the vehicle, battered the female driver, and made threats towards law enforcement on scene. Garcia was arrested for a number of felonies and booked into the Glenn County Jail.

8:53 p.m., Deputy Tuma conducted a traffic enforcement stop on a 2005 PT Cruiser in the area of Walker Street and Interstate 5 in Orland. Deputy Tuma contacted the female driver, who identified herself as Amanda Crosier. After an on-scene investigation, Crosier was determined to be Amanda Gunn, 34, of Orland. Communications reported that Gunn had an outstanding misdemeanor warrant out of Butte County. Gunn was placed under arrest for the warrant and later released on a signed promise to appear. Deputy Tuma took a report for allegedly giving false identification to a peace officer.

11:48 p.m., Leodegario Paniagua of 775 Southgate Drive, Willows contacted the Glenn County Sheriff’s Office to report Maria Concepcion Paniagua, a Willows transient, was in the residence, breaking things. Deputies responded and contacted Maria in the residence bathroom. Glenn County Communications confirmed a served restraining order listing Leodegario as the protected party and Maria as the restrained party. Deputy Chavez placed Maria under arrest for the alleged restraining order violation and transported her to the Glenn County Jail, where she was booked by jail staff.

Sunday, Nov. 7:

1:44 a.m., Red Bluff CHP officers were in pursuit of a stolen vehicle on southbound Interstate 5, approaching the Glenn County Line. When the pursuit entered Glenn County, CHP officers requested a K9 unit to respond for assistance. Deputy Lemmon and K9 Orion were dispatched and assisted with the vehicle pursuit. Glenn County Sheriff’s Office units assisted the CHP officers until they approached Chico on Highway 32, where other Chico units proceeded to assist the pursuing CHP unit. (See Glenn County Observer story, “Early morning high-speed/low-speed chase passes through county”, published on Nov. 7.)

3:50 a.m., Salvador Chavez requested a welfare check on his mother, Jennifer Peevey, of Willows. Chavez said he had not spoken to his mother in about a week. Deputies were dispatched to the Blue Gum Motel, 2637 Highway 99, Willows, and contacted Peevey, who said she was okay and that she would call her son. While speaking with Peevey, deputies found Lyle Cheever in the room. Deputies had prior knowledge of an active emergency protective order with Cheever listed as the restrained party. Cheever was taken into custody and booked into the Glenn County Jail.

8:52 a.m., Sherry Rogers of Torrance and David Choate of Oakland, Ore. contacted Glenn County Communications to report a hit-and-run traffic collision at Motel 6, 452 North Humboldt Avenue, Willows. Deputies responded and spoke with Choate and Rogers, who reported their blue 2000 Ford Explorer sustained moderate damage along the driver’s side. Deputies reviewed video footage and learned Jay Graves of Glen Burnie, Maryland, allegedly struck Choate’s vehicle in his 2013 Freightliner truck at 7:13 a.m. Deputies contacted Graves and assisted all parties with an information exchange, at the request of Rogers and Choate, who declined to pursue the matter criminally.

6:19 p.m., Amber Pangborn, 600 North Humboldt Avenue, apt. #201, Willows, contacted the sheriff’s office, requesting to speak to a deputy regarding her grandmother’s death and believing the IHHS worker was involved. Deputy Tuma was dispatched and contacted Pangborn, who reported it was her mother-in-law who died in February and said she had a “feeling” the IHHS worker was involved because the worker was not a nice person. Pangborn could not provide any other substantial claims for her beliefs. Communications reported Pangborn had an active misdemeanor warrant for her arrest out of Glenn County. Communications confirmed the warrant, and Deputy Tuma placed Pangborn under arrest for the warrant. She was transported to the Glenn County Jail, where she was released to jail staff for booking.

10:59 p.m., while conducting a walk through of 600 North Humboldt Avenue in Willows, Deputy Tuma found three people in a verbal disturbance. Deputy Tuma contacted the involved parties, Andrew Hogan of Willows, Colin Hogan of Orland, and Aubree Olson of Magalia. Olson stated Andrew was her boyfriend and she did not want him at the apartment because he had been drinking. Andrew said he was leaving for the night. Both parties said the disturbance was verbal only.

Olson later contacted the sheriff’s office and reported Andrew returned to the apartment and they were in another verbal disturbance. Deputy Tuma contacted Andrew in front of an apartment. Andrew allegedly showed signs of being intoxicated but agreed to stay in for the night and no longer cause a disturbance.

Olson contacted the sheriff’s office again, reporting Andrew returned to their apartment and kicked the door in after she would not let unlock the door for him. Deputy Tuma contacted Olson, who said Andrew lived at the apartment. Deputy Tuma provided Olson with restraining order information and advised her to contact the sheriff’s office if Andrew returned. Deputies searched the area for Andrew but were unable to find him.

Deputy Tuma stayed in the area and contacted Andrew in front of apt. #165. Deputy Tuma determined Andrew was unable to care for himself, there was a reasonable probability of Andrew continuing to cause a disturbance, and his behavior was escalating. Deputy Tuma placed Andrew under arrest for public intoxication. After having to be carried to the patrol car, Andrew was transported to the Glenn County Jail, where he was released to jail for booking.

Monday, Nov. 8:

7:51 a.m., Deputy Alves was dispatched to 2580 County Road I to a report of a domestic assault that occurred. Upon arrival, contact was made with the involved parties. After an investigation was conducted, Jewels Lambert, 24, of Fairbanks, Alaska, was subsequently arrested for alleged domestic violence and booked into the Glenn County Jail. Three juveniles were also detained and released to Glenn County Child Protective Services.

1:04 p.m., Deputy Ramirez responded to Ace Hardware, 255 North Tehama Street, Willows, for a report of fraudulent checks. Sean Amsden reported a woman had used two fraudulent checks, one on Oct. 1 and the second on Oct. 5. Deputy Ramirez initiated an investigation and identified the female as Jayna Young of Willows. The total loss for the business was $1103.12. Ace Hardware wished to pursue criminal charges against Young. Deputy Ramirez later contacted Young, who admitted she had used the checks and was aware she did not have the funds for the transactions. The case was forwarded to the Glenn County District Attorney’s Office for prosecution.

Tuesday, Nov. 9:

3:17 p.m., Levonda Tracy from Sparrows Landing, 721 East Street, reported the expected death of Beatrice Schroer, 97. The decedent suffered from pre-existing illness. Next of kin, Donald Schroer, was present at the time of death. According to the sheriff’s log item, John McDermott, a physician’s assistant and family nurse practioner, was to sign the death certificate. The decedent was released to the care of Sweet-Olsen Family Mortuary of Orland.

Wednesday, Nov. 10:

8:54 a.m., Scott Rindahl of Corning reported a cold theft at the Orland Airport, 4115 County Road P, Orland. Deputy Ramirez contacted Rindahl and discovered several tools had been stolen from a work truck stored on the property sometime throughout the night. The cost to replace the tools was estimated to be $1150. Rindahl was unable to provide any possible suspects.

12:27 p.m., Kimberly Eggleston of 663 County Road Y, Afton, called the sheriff’s office and reported fraud. Deputy Lemmon was dispatched and contacted Eggleston, who said her Social Security debit card was hacked and $974 was removed from the account. Eggleston said she contacted the debit card company (Direct Express) and reported the incident. Eggleston said Direct Express refunded her the money and initiated an investigation. Eggleston said she no longer suffered any monetary loss.

2:11 p.m., Deputy Ramirez was dispatched to an ongoing trespassing issue at the Double EE Market, 575 Sacramento Avenue, Hamilton City. Gursewak Singh alleged Michelle Urrutia was at the market, yelling at customers. Singh requested to speak to a deputy in regards to the matter. Urrutia was last seen walking south on Sacramento Avenue. While en route, Deputy Ramirez was told Urrutia had an outstanding Glenn County misdemeanor warrant. Deputy Ramirez found Urrutia at 340 Sierra Avenue. Urrutia was ultimately placed under arrest for the warrant and admonished for trespassing. Urrutia was transported to the Glenn County Jail and turned over to jail staff.

Here are the bookings for Thursday, Nov. 4, from the Glenn County Jail, which the sheriff’s office accidentally deleted from its online list and mistakenly replaced with three bookings from Friday, Nov. 5. Also included are the bookings from Tuesday, Nov. 9. All the bookings in between these dates were published in The Glenn County Observer on Tuesday, Nov. 9. Remember: Everyone accused of a crime is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

Thursday, Nov. 4:

12:45 a.m., Scott James Severin, 34, a painter who lives in Chico, was booked into the Glenn County Jail on charges alleging possession of controlled substance paraphernalia (a misdemeanor), and warrants alleging trespassing (a misdemeanor). Bail for the fresh charge was set at zero, but total bail for the warrants was set at $15,000. He was taken into custody on Highway 32 at County Road S by a California Highway Patrol officer.

1:54 a.m., Felipe Joaquin Cortes, 43, a laborer who lives in Willows, was booked into the Glenn County Jail without bail on a warrant alleging disobeying a lawful order of the court (a felony). He was taken into custody at Circle K, 210 West Wood Street, Willows, by a Glenn County Sheriff’s deputy.

11:55 a.m., Pedro Quin Cuin, 23, a construction worker who lives in Orland, was booked into the Glenn County Jail on charges alleging felony violation of probation. Bail was set at $165,000. He was taken into custody at the Glenn County Probation Department, Willows, by a probation officer.

3:28 p.m., Lucky Bob Wyatt, 39, a laborer who lives in Willows, was booked into the Glenn County Jail on warrants alleging failure to appear on misdemeanor charges. Total bail was set at $62,000. He was taken into custody at French and North Butte Streets, Willows, by a Glenn County Sheriff’s deputy.

Tuesday, Nov. 9:

8:31 a.m., Bryan Lynn Boone, 43, a cook who lives in Willows, was remanded to the Glenn County Jail without bail for felony violation of probation.

3:30 p.m., Elizabeth Lynn Armenta, 33, a laborer who lives in Chico, was booked into the Glenn County Jail on a warrant alleging felony violation of probation. Bail was set at $20,000. She was taken into custody at the Butte County Jail by a Glenn County Sheriff’s deputy.