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Two homes burn in Rancho Cordova fire Saturday evening
Try quick work of firefighters saved two different Sacramento County homes from devastation Saturday evening in Rancho Cordova. Just before 6 p.m. Saturday evening, the 911 call center received calls for a fire that had broken out between two homes on the 10,000 block of Paiute Way in Rancho Cordova.
Rancho Cordova man sentenced to 15 years for drug trafficking and money laundering
SACRAMENTO, California — Adan Navarro, a 30-year-old from Rancho Cordova, was sentenced to 15 years in prison for his involvement in a drug trafficking and money laundering conspiracy, United States Attorney Phillip A. Talbert announced. Navarro was convicted of conspiracy to import heroin, methamphetamine, and fentanyl pills, conspiracy to...
Man killed in solo vehicle crash
A Cameron Park man died during a car crash on July 18 and California Highway Patrol documents indicate alcohol use may have been a factor. The 38-year-old driver, whose name has not been released, was driving a Ford truck eastbound along Country Club Drive close to De Sabla Road in Cameron Park when, CHP records indicate, he made an "unsafe turning movement" that caused the Ford to leave the roadway and collide with a tree, overturning the vehicle. The driver was fatally injured, while the passenger, a 37-year-old Reno resident, was unharmed.
3 adults, 2 kids injured in crash on I-80 offramp in Roseville
ROSEVILLE, Calif. — Five people were hospitalized Sunday after a two-car crash in Roseville. The California Highway Patrol says it happened just before 3 p.m. Sunday at the Eureka Road offramp from eastbound I-80. CHP says 52-year-old Dale Benjamin of Antelope was driving a 2017 Nissan Frontier at a...
Witness speaks about chaotic scene after deadly shooting in Sacramento's midtown neighborhood
SACRAMENTO – An early morning shooting in midtown Sacramento has left one man dead and another injured. The shooting happened on the corner of O and 20th Street around 1.15 a.m.CBS13 obtained footage from and spoke with someone who witnessed the aftermath before cops arrived on the scene. "I saw people hiding behind buildings and I was curious and when I poked my head around that's when I saw the individual lying on the ground lying in blood," said the man who did not want to be identified.He took video of the chaotic scene just moments after shots were fired near a...
Citrus Heights father sends suspect to hospital after breaking in, attacking his kids
CITRUS HEIGHTS – A home invasion turned quickly into a trip to the hospital for a 29-year-old suspect, not yet identified by police, when he came face-to-face with a father whose protective instincts kicked right in. The brash break-in happened Thursday just before 5:30 p.m. in broad daylight at a home along Cook Avenue and Auburn Boulevard in Citrus Heights. Bobby Tucker was home with three of his children when he heard a loud commotion, what he now calls a robbery gone wrong. "He stops, looks around to see if anyone was looking, comes in and starts attacking my kids," said Tucker, giving...
Folsom man arrested for attempted murder after allegedly intentionally strikes motorcyclist
FOLSOM, California — A 23-year-old Folsom man was arrested Tuesday evening after allegedly chasing and intentionally striking a motorcyclist with his SUV, police said. The incident occurred just before 8 p.m. at the intersection of East Bidwell Street and Iron Point Road, according to a press release from the Folsom Police Department. Multiple callers alerted authorities to the crash, prompting officers and emergency personnel to rush to the scene.
$5,000 worth of stolen merchandise recovered near Arden Fair Mall, police say
(FOX40.COM) — The Sacramento Police Department said it recently recovered about $5,000 of stolen merchandise from a suspect who was a “repeat offender” at a business in Arden Fair Mall. “This arrest would not have been possible if it weren’t for the security officer’s swift action in reporting the crime in progress, along with the […]
Sacramento Police Seek Help to Find Missing 12-Year-Old Boy, Marquez Hollis
The Sacramento Police Department has issued a call to the public to help find a young boy who has been reported missing. The youth in question is 12-year-old Marquez Hollis, described as standing 5'2" with a thin build, black hair, and brown eyes. According to the police department, Marquez was last seen at about 7:45 p.m. in the area of the 7600 block of Bridge Bay Drive. At that time, he was wearing a camouflaged shirt paired with green khaki camo shorts. The concern for Marquez is heightened due to his young age, marking him as an at-risk individual in need of immediate attention.
Sheriff’s Office and Target Collaborate in Retail Theft Operation
The County Sheriff’s Office, in collaboration with Target Asset Protection Specialists, recently conducted an operation to enforce laws against theft and other retail crimes at a local Target store. Plain-clothed Sheriff’s Detectives and Target Asset Protection Agents monitored suspects inside and outside the store. The operation resulted in the...
West Sacramento man sentenced to 10 years for fentanyl and cocaine distribution
SACRAMENTO, California — Christian Anthony Romero, a 28-year-old from West Sacramento, was sentenced to 10 years in prison for conspiracy to distribute and possess with intent to distribute fentanyl pills and cocaine, according to United States Attorney Phillip A. Talbert. Romero distributed thousands of fentanyl-laced counterfeit oxycodone M-30 pills...
CHPD Detectives Recover Stolen Property in Orangevale Search
“CHPD Detectives, assisted by Sacramento County Probation, conducted a search of an Orangevale residence this morning following the recent investigation into a series of five commercial burglaries in Citrus Heights where patrol officers identified two suspects in the case. In all, detectives recovered thousands of dollars in tools, equipment and...
Sacramento Police Seek Suspects in Fatal Shooting at 20th and O Street, Community Urged to Provide Information
Early Saturday in Sacramento, a fatal shooting occurred near the intersection of 20th and O Street, leaving one man dead and another injured. The Sacramento Police Department reported that patrol officers arrived on the scene shortly before 1:15 a.m. following reports of gunfire. They discovered one adult male with at least one gunshot wound, who was later pronounced dead at a local hospital.
Suspicious item found at Old Spaghetti Factory in Elk Grove
ELK GROVE, Calif. — A burglary investigation turned into a suspicious item investigation Friday morning, according to the Elk Grove Police Department. Police were called to the Old Spaghetti Factory in Elk Grove for reports of a burglary at 9:20 a.m. Once on scene, officers evacuated the building after...
Family of Sacramento mother found dead pleads for safe return of missing kids who could be near San Diego
SAN DIEGO — An international search continues for two missing children after their mom was found dead in Northern California. Their father has been named a person of interest. Authorities believe he crossed into Mexico, but said the kids may still be near San Diego. Friday marked five days...
Elk Grove weekly crime update July 21, 2024
This is a look at the crimes reported in the city of Elk Grove for the period July 3-9, 2024. These are in some cases in addition to the crimes reported on the Elk Grove Police Department daily watch summary. The Daily Watch Summary only lists crimes where there was an arrest.
Gold Medal of Valor for CHP Officers
On June 27, six California Highway Patrol officers were presented with a prestigious Gold Medal of Valor during a ceremony at the CHP Academy in West Sacramento. The Special Act Award, given on behalf of Gov. Gavin Newsom, is the highest honor the state can bestow upon employees who risked their lives to save others or protect state property.
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