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Announcements
Governor Newsom Statement on Death of Imperial County Sheriff’s Deputy
Posted by: thepinetree on 06/28/2021 09:38 PM
Sacramento, CA...Governor Gavin Newsom today issued the following statement regarding the death of Imperial County Sheriff’s Office Deputy Anthony Redondo: “Jennifer and I are deeply saddened by the loss of Sheriff’s Deputy Anthony Redondo, who was tragically killed while serving the people of Imperial County. On behalf of all Californians, we offer our heartfelt condolences to his family, friends and his colleagues at the Sheriff’s Office during this painful time.”
Early Morning Traffic Stop Leads to Gun & Drug Seizure
Posted by: thepinetree on 06/28/2021 10:43 PM
Tuolumne, CA...Early Sunday Morning, Deputy Hammell was patrolling the area of Tuolumne City. During his patrol, he spotted a vehicle with several equipment violations. Deputy Hammell conducted a traffic enforcement stop on the driver, 20-year-old Colby Hathcoat of Twain Harte.
Sonora, CA...A shout out to Rose Wolf Wildlife Rescue and Rehabilitation Center! On Friday, a resident of North Stewart Street called in a baby bird that seemed to be having troubles. Officers arrived and discovered the bird was a baby turkey (or poult). After giving the little feller some water, we called out Rose Wolf Wildlife Rescue, who responded quickly and took the poult for further care.
22.5 Year Sentence for Former Police Officer Derek Chauvin
Posted by: thepinetree on 06/25/2021 03:51 PM
Saint Paul, MN...Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison delivered the following statement (below as prepared for delivery) upon the sentencing of former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin to a term of 22.5 years for his conviction on charges of second-degree unintentional murder, third-degree murder, and second-degree manslaughter in the May 25, 2020 death of George Floyd:
Attorney General Merrick B. Garland Announces Lawsuit Against the State of Georgia's New Voting Law
Posted by: thepinetree on 06/25/2021 10:23 PM
Washington, DC...Good morning, I’m pleased to be joined by Deputy Attorney General Lisa Monaco, Associate Attorney General Vanita Gupta, and Assistant Attorney General for Civil Rights Kristen Clarke. I want to begin today, though, by expressing my condolences for the community in Surfside, Florida. I know how difficult it is for the families who have lost and for those who are waiting to hear. And I've expressed great gratitude for the first responders and for the others who were assisting in the ongoing rescue operation. I know that the federal government is providing assistance to the state and local governments, and we stand ready as things develop to provide more assistance if it is required.
Attempted Murder Charges for James Christopher, 62 in Yesterday's Cascade Shooting
Posted by: thepinetree on 06/24/2021 10:00 AM
Sonora, CA...The Tuolumne Sheriff's Dept has released additional details on the shooting yesterday. Yesterday morning, just before 8 am, our office received numerous reports of a person actively shooting at someone in a vehicle at the Cascade Mobile Home Park in Sonora. Deputies, along with the Sheriff’s SWAT Team who was training in the area, responded to the scene. Upon arrival, deputies were pointed to 62-year-old James Christopher of Sonora standing on the front porch of a residence. Christopher complied with orders and was quickly handcuffed and secured in a patrol vehicle. Deputies contacted two victims at a vehicle parked near the residence and began rendering aid. The SWAT Team conducted a check of the area for additional suspects or victims, but none were located.
Drug, Weapons, Counterfeit Money & More Charges for Tracy Man
Posted by: thepinetree on 06/24/2021 01:36 PM
Valley Springs, CA...On 6-24-21 at about 0048 hours, a Calaveras County Sheriff’s Office Deputy conducted a traffic stop for a moving violation near the Chevron gas station in Valley Springs. A records check of the driver, identified as Michael Rios (age 34 of Tracy), revealed a misdemeanor bench warrant for violation of a court order with $30,000 bail. Rios was arrested for the outstanding warrant and drug paraphernalia was found on his person during search incident to arrest. Additionally, several firearms, various ammunition and several counterfeit bills were located during a search of his vehicle.
Supreme Court Votes 9-0 to Keep Existing Fourth Amendment Protections Against Blanket Right of Warrantless Police Entry
Posted by: thepinetree on 06/23/2021 10:38 AM
Washington, DC...The US Supreme Court upheld the current Fourth Amendment protections and refused to expand the scope of police rights to enter a home without a warrant. Under the Fourth Amendment pursuit of a fleeing misdemeanor suspect does not always or categorically qualify as an exigent circumstance justifying a warrantless entry into a home. Justice Kagan delivered the opinion of the Court in Arthur Gregory Lange vs California. Click on the the following link or image of the current US Supreme Court for a full PDF on the caet and Justice Kagan's opinion. 20-18_cb7d
