chico police department
Stabbing
19/04/12 06:49
On 04/19/2012 at about 0029 hours, police responded to the area of 319 Main Street for a reported stabbing. The 25 year old white male victim transported himself to a hospital for treatment of non-life threatening stab wounds prior to police arrival at the scene. According to victim and witness statements, the victim was attempting to break up a fight occurring on the sidewalk in front of 319 Main Street. In the process of breaking up the fight the victim was stabbed by an unknown assailant. No other injuries were reported as a result of this fight. The suspect was described as a white male, approximately 6'-0", "skinny" build, wearing a dark t-shirt and blue jeans. This incident is under investigation and officers are reviewing witness statements and other evidence collected at the scene. Anyone with information about this incident should contact the Chico Police Department.
Police Explorer regional competition
19/04/12 06:46
Location: Main Campus, Butte Community College
Date/time: Saturday, 4/21/2012 from 0800 to 1800 hrs.
On Saturday, 4/21/2012 the Chico Police Department Explorer Post, in association with the Butte Law Enforcement Academy, is hosting a day long Explorer Competition at Butte College’s main campus.
This annual event is known as the “Explorer Challenge” and this is the Chico Police Explorer Post’s first year hosting the competition. Last year’s competition was held in Redwood City at Canada College.
130 Explorers and 40 Advisors from 18 different Law Enforcement Agencies from around the state will spend Saturday competing in a variety of law enforcement related scenario based events. Evaluators from several local law enforcement agencies will be acting as evaluators and will score the events as the teams encounter challenging law enforcement situations which include:
Date/time: Saturday, 4/21/2012 from 0800 to 1800 hrs.
On Saturday, 4/21/2012 the Chico Police Department Explorer Post, in association with the Butte Law Enforcement Academy, is hosting a day long Explorer Competition at Butte College’s main campus.
This annual event is known as the “Explorer Challenge” and this is the Chico Police Explorer Post’s first year hosting the competition. Last year’s competition was held in Redwood City at Canada College.
130 Explorers and 40 Advisors from 18 different Law Enforcement Agencies from around the state will spend Saturday competing in a variety of law enforcement related scenario based events. Evaluators from several local law enforcement agencies will be acting as evaluators and will score the events as the teams encounter challenging law enforcement situations which include:
Stolen Vehicle (10851 V.C.) and more ...
04/04/12 07:43
Type of Incident: Stolen Vehicle (10851 V.C.) / Evading (2800.2 V.C.) / Assault with a deadly weapon on a Peace Officer (245 ( c ) P.C.) / Felony committed while released on bail or own recognizance (12022.1 P.C.)
Location of Incident: 2538 Esplanade (AM/PM Mini Mart) Date/Time Occurred: 04/03/12 - 0230 hrs. Date/Time of Arrest: 04/03/12 - 0244 hrs. Incident Case Number: 12-2250
Victim: State of California / Victim of stolen vehicle withheld. Suspect: Joseph P. Stephens Jr. (26 years old / Transient Chico & Redding)
Narrative: Officer Adrian was driving in the area of East Ave. & Esplanade when he noticed a vehicle (a gold, 2004 Nissan, Xterra) that matched the description of a recent stolen vehicle from Chico. Officer Adrian turned around to investigate when the Nissan fled the parking lot N/B onto Esplanade. Officer Adrian was able at that time to confirm that the license plate matched the stolen vehicle previously mentioned.
Officer Adrian activated his overhead lights and siren, the Nissan failed to yield and continued N/B on Esplanade. After passing Eaton Rd. speeds reached approximately 90 m.p.h. The Nissan reached SR-99 where it turned N/B and slowed to between 70 - 85 m.p.h. Officer Dimmitt joined the pursuit at that point. The Nissan then turned W/B onto Cana Hwy. and continued to drive between 70 - 85 m.p.h. The Nissan reached the dead end of Cana Hwy. and turned into a walnut orchard. The two Chico PD units pursued the Nissan into the orchard for a little over a mile. At that point inexplicably the Nissan made a 180 degree turn and drove toward Officer Dimmitt’s patrol unit. The Nissan could have stopped or turned left or right however chose to drive directly toward Officer Dimmitt’s patrol unit. The Nissan collided with Officer Dimmitt’s Patrol Unit in a head on collision. This caused moderate damage to both vehicles. Officer Dimmitt was uninjured.
Location of Incident: 2538 Esplanade (AM/PM Mini Mart) Date/Time Occurred: 04/03/12 - 0230 hrs. Date/Time of Arrest: 04/03/12 - 0244 hrs. Incident Case Number: 12-2250
Victim: State of California / Victim of stolen vehicle withheld. Suspect: Joseph P. Stephens Jr. (26 years old / Transient Chico & Redding)
Narrative: Officer Adrian was driving in the area of East Ave. & Esplanade when he noticed a vehicle (a gold, 2004 Nissan, Xterra) that matched the description of a recent stolen vehicle from Chico. Officer Adrian turned around to investigate when the Nissan fled the parking lot N/B onto Esplanade. Officer Adrian was able at that time to confirm that the license plate matched the stolen vehicle previously mentioned.
Officer Adrian activated his overhead lights and siren, the Nissan failed to yield and continued N/B on Esplanade. After passing Eaton Rd. speeds reached approximately 90 m.p.h. The Nissan reached SR-99 where it turned N/B and slowed to between 70 - 85 m.p.h. Officer Dimmitt joined the pursuit at that point. The Nissan then turned W/B onto Cana Hwy. and continued to drive between 70 - 85 m.p.h. The Nissan reached the dead end of Cana Hwy. and turned into a walnut orchard. The two Chico PD units pursued the Nissan into the orchard for a little over a mile. At that point inexplicably the Nissan made a 180 degree turn and drove toward Officer Dimmitt’s patrol unit. The Nissan could have stopped or turned left or right however chose to drive directly toward Officer Dimmitt’s patrol unit. The Nissan collided with Officer Dimmitt’s Patrol Unit in a head on collision. This caused moderate damage to both vehicles. Officer Dimmitt was uninjured.
Cesar Chavez Day Recap
03/04/12 07:39
Type of incident: Cesar Chavez Day Recap
Location of incident: City wide
Date/Time occurred: Operational period 3/30/12 through 4/1/2012.
This year, the Cesar Chavez day weekend activities were lighter than anticipated. The greatest activity levels were seen on Friday night as Police responded to a few large parties early in the evening with activity declining as the evening wore on. On Saturday night the weather was much cooler and unsettled with periods of rain. This likely suppressed some of the party activity.
Fewer arrests were made this year than the last two years. In 2010, Police made a total of 43 arrests. In 2011, Police made 50 arrests. This year, only 42 people were arrested. As in years past, most of the arrests were alcohol related.
Mounted Officers from the California Highway Patrol were on the street on both Friday and Saturday night augmenting the Chico Police Department’s Mounted unit. Transport and booking Officers from Butte County, Glenn County and Colusa County were on hand both nights. ABC officers from Redding and Sacramento were in town also and monitored bar and party activity.
The table on page two of this release represents all persons booked into the Chico Police Department between noon on Friday and midnight on Sunday.
Location of incident: City wide
Date/Time occurred: Operational period 3/30/12 through 4/1/2012.
This year, the Cesar Chavez day weekend activities were lighter than anticipated. The greatest activity levels were seen on Friday night as Police responded to a few large parties early in the evening with activity declining as the evening wore on. On Saturday night the weather was much cooler and unsettled with periods of rain. This likely suppressed some of the party activity.
Fewer arrests were made this year than the last two years. In 2010, Police made a total of 43 arrests. In 2011, Police made 50 arrests. This year, only 42 people were arrested. As in years past, most of the arrests were alcohol related.
Mounted Officers from the California Highway Patrol were on the street on both Friday and Saturday night augmenting the Chico Police Department’s Mounted unit. Transport and booking Officers from Butte County, Glenn County and Colusa County were on hand both nights. ABC officers from Redding and Sacramento were in town also and monitored bar and party activity.
The table on page two of this release represents all persons booked into the Chico Police Department between noon on Friday and midnight on Sunday.
Chico lock down ...
28/03/12 16:41
Threatening calls to Chico High School campus 12-2089 3/28/2012 1114 hrs 901 Esplanade, Chico Sr. High School Unknown
On 3/28/12 at 1114 hrs, a phone call was received in the office at Chico High School. The caller, a male, told the staff member that he was suicidal and armed with a firearm. A Chico Police School Resource Officer, assigned to Chico High School was on scene
and spoke to the suspect on the phone. The suspect made suicidal statements and told the Officer that he was outside the school and was loading a weapon. The Officer alerted the school staff to the situation and began to search for the suspect. A suspicious vehicle was seen leaving the area of the school.
That vehicle was located by Officers a short time later and determined to be uninvolved.
Based on the threats made during the initial phone call and at least one subsequent call, and the belief that the suspect could still be in the area, school staff initiated a “lock-down.” Staff required students to remain in their classrooms until the situation was resolved. Some of the other campuses in the Chico area also initiated a “lock- down” as a precaution.
A team of Officers physically checked every part of the campus to ensure that the suspect was not present. This search took approximately 2 hours. At 1410 hrs, the lockdown was lifted and students at Chico High were released for the day.
Officers will be attempting to identify and arrest the suspect who placed the threatening phone calls. Anyone with information about the suspect is asked to contact the Chico Police Department at 895-4911.
On 3/28/12 at 1114 hrs, a phone call was received in the office at Chico High School. The caller, a male, told the staff member that he was suicidal and armed with a firearm. A Chico Police School Resource Officer, assigned to Chico High School was on scene
and spoke to the suspect on the phone. The suspect made suicidal statements and told the Officer that he was outside the school and was loading a weapon. The Officer alerted the school staff to the situation and began to search for the suspect. A suspicious vehicle was seen leaving the area of the school.
That vehicle was located by Officers a short time later and determined to be uninvolved.
Based on the threats made during the initial phone call and at least one subsequent call, and the belief that the suspect could still be in the area, school staff initiated a “lock-down.” Staff required students to remain in their classrooms until the situation was resolved. Some of the other campuses in the Chico area also initiated a “lock- down” as a precaution.
A team of Officers physically checked every part of the campus to ensure that the suspect was not present. This search took approximately 2 hours. At 1410 hrs, the lockdown was lifted and students at Chico High were released for the day.
Officers will be attempting to identify and arrest the suspect who placed the threatening phone calls. Anyone with information about the suspect is asked to contact the Chico Police Department at 895-4911.
Capture and Arrest of Attempt Murder Suspect
25/03/12 12:38
Location of Incident: 370 E. Lassen Ave, Space #70
Date/Time Occurred: 3-24-12 / 1909 hrs.
Date/Time of Arrest: 3-24-12 / 1916 hrs.
Incident Case Number: 12-00453
Victim: N/A
Suspect: Johnnie Edward Doremus (10-27-70)
Narrative:
On 1-20-12 at about 0200 hrs, CPD Officers responded to Enloe Hospital on the report of a stabbing victim being treated. Officers briefly spoke with the victim who sustained significant injuries to include multiple stab wounds to his torso and a slash wound to his throat. The victim was admitted for surgery and listed in serious condition at that time. Officers spoke with witnesses and discovered that the incident took place at 370 E. Lassen Ave, near Space #70. Officers learned that Johnnie Edward Doremus (10-27-70) attacked the victim as he exited the trailer and stabbed him multiple times, then fled prior to police arrival. CPD Detectives were called to the scene for further investigation and were able to positively identify Doremus as the suspect. Detectives later obtained an arrest warrant for Doremus charging him with Attempt Murder.
On 3-24-12, Detectives form the CPD Street Crimes / Gang Unit responded to 370 E. Lassen Ave, Space #70, in order to conduct a search of the residence per the terms of the tenant’s probation. Upon arrival, detectives found Doremus attempting to hide inside the trailer. Doremus was detained and arrested on the warrant without incident. Doremus was later booked into the Butte County Jail on charges of 664/187 PC – Attempt Murder, with a bail of $500,000.
Date/Time Occurred: 3-24-12 / 1909 hrs.
Date/Time of Arrest: 3-24-12 / 1916 hrs.
Incident Case Number: 12-00453
Victim: N/A
Suspect: Johnnie Edward Doremus (10-27-70)
Narrative:
On 1-20-12 at about 0200 hrs, CPD Officers responded to Enloe Hospital on the report of a stabbing victim being treated. Officers briefly spoke with the victim who sustained significant injuries to include multiple stab wounds to his torso and a slash wound to his throat. The victim was admitted for surgery and listed in serious condition at that time. Officers spoke with witnesses and discovered that the incident took place at 370 E. Lassen Ave, near Space #70. Officers learned that Johnnie Edward Doremus (10-27-70) attacked the victim as he exited the trailer and stabbed him multiple times, then fled prior to police arrival. CPD Detectives were called to the scene for further investigation and were able to positively identify Doremus as the suspect. Detectives later obtained an arrest warrant for Doremus charging him with Attempt Murder.
On 3-24-12, Detectives form the CPD Street Crimes / Gang Unit responded to 370 E. Lassen Ave, Space #70, in order to conduct a search of the residence per the terms of the tenant’s probation. Upon arrival, detectives found Doremus attempting to hide inside the trailer. Doremus was detained and arrested on the warrant without incident. Doremus was later booked into the Butte County Jail on charges of 664/187 PC – Attempt Murder, with a bail of $500,000.
Burglary Case Update
23/02/12 16:35
Over $100,000 of property recovered
Chico Police Case 12-1153
(original Press release Attached for reference)
On February 18, 2012 at approximately 10:56 P.M., officers of the Chico
Police Department responded to the 300 block of Chico Canyon Road to
investigate a residential burglary that had been interrupted by the
resident. An area search for the suspect was initiated and Michael
Eosefow was located and subsequently arrested.
After the initial officers discovered Eosefow’s vehicle
contained five very expensive bicycles, an investigation was undertaken
by Property Crimes Detective Andrei Carlisle. At the time of his
original booking, no additional victims had been located to determine
whether additional charges would be warranted. Eosefow was booked for a
single count of first degree burglary and violation of probation.
On February 19, Carlisle continued the investigation throughout
the day and was able to determine that the bicycles recovered in
Eosefow’s vehicle were taken in a number of residential burglaries.
On February 22, working on additional leads from a number of
sources developed during the investigation, Carlisle was able to isolate
a storage unit in south Chico and subsequently recover twenty-eight (28)
very expensive bicycles and a large number of bicycle components.
Sources led investigators to believe that each of the bicycles within
the storage unit was stolen. The bicycles were seized.
On February 23, investigators were able to begin identifying
additional residential burglary victims who had reported their expensive
high-end bicycles as the only items taken during the thefts. Additional
victims were still being identified at the time of this release.
An inventory and subsequent retail appraisal revealed the recovery of
property from within the storage unit along with the property recovered
on Saturday evening may eventually exceed $125,000 once the total values
are determined.
The Property Crimes Detectives are asking that if community members
have had expensive bicycles stolen from their residences within the last
six months to contact them at (530) 897-5825. We ask that they provide
a serial or license number or specific identifying information about the
bike (marks, stickers, or components) that would be known by them.
ORIGINAL RELEASE:
On 2-18-12 at approximately 2256 hours, Chico Police Department responded to a residential burglary. The suspect, Michael Eosefew, entered the garage and began to prowl through the garage. The home owner entered the garage and confronted Eosefew. Eosefew fled on foot. Officers from Chico PD conducted a thorough area search. During the search, Eosefew was located in the area walking. An in-field showup was conducted, and the home owner identified Eosefew as the intruder. Eosefew was arrested and booked into the Butte County Jail for burglary and violation of probation.
Chico Police Case 12-1153
(original Press release Attached for reference)
On February 18, 2012 at approximately 10:56 P.M., officers of the Chico
Police Department responded to the 300 block of Chico Canyon Road to
investigate a residential burglary that had been interrupted by the
resident. An area search for the suspect was initiated and Michael
Eosefow was located and subsequently arrested.
After the initial officers discovered Eosefow’s vehicle
contained five very expensive bicycles, an investigation was undertaken
by Property Crimes Detective Andrei Carlisle. At the time of his
original booking, no additional victims had been located to determine
whether additional charges would be warranted. Eosefow was booked for a
single count of first degree burglary and violation of probation.
On February 19, Carlisle continued the investigation throughout
the day and was able to determine that the bicycles recovered in
Eosefow’s vehicle were taken in a number of residential burglaries.
On February 22, working on additional leads from a number of
sources developed during the investigation, Carlisle was able to isolate
a storage unit in south Chico and subsequently recover twenty-eight (28)
very expensive bicycles and a large number of bicycle components.
Sources led investigators to believe that each of the bicycles within
the storage unit was stolen. The bicycles were seized.
On February 23, investigators were able to begin identifying
additional residential burglary victims who had reported their expensive
high-end bicycles as the only items taken during the thefts. Additional
victims were still being identified at the time of this release.
An inventory and subsequent retail appraisal revealed the recovery of
property from within the storage unit along with the property recovered
on Saturday evening may eventually exceed $125,000 once the total values
are determined.
The Property Crimes Detectives are asking that if community members
have had expensive bicycles stolen from their residences within the last
six months to contact them at (530) 897-5825. We ask that they provide
a serial or license number or specific identifying information about the
bike (marks, stickers, or components) that would be known by them.
ORIGINAL RELEASE:
On 2-18-12 at approximately 2256 hours, Chico Police Department responded to a residential burglary. The suspect, Michael Eosefew, entered the garage and began to prowl through the garage. The home owner entered the garage and confronted Eosefew. Eosefew fled on foot. Officers from Chico PD conducted a thorough area search. During the search, Eosefew was located in the area walking. An in-field showup was conducted, and the home owner identified Eosefew as the intruder. Eosefew was arrested and booked into the Butte County Jail for burglary and violation of probation.
212.5PC - Home Invasion Robbery
23/02/12 16:34
900 block of Cedar Street, Chico.
Withheld / Adult male.
Above date & time Chico Police Officers responded to an apartment complex in the 900 block of Cedar Street regarding a home invasion robbery which just occurred. Upon police arrival officers contacted the victim, sole occupant of the apartment at the time of the robbery.
Two unknown males wearing masks entered the victims residence, physically assaulted him and robbed him of approximately 1/4 pound of processed marijuana. The victim was held on the floor by one of the suspects who was armed with a metal baseball bat. The suspects fled together in a dark colored SUV. The victim received a head injury as a result of the assault / robbery, was treated at scene by medical personnel and later transported himself to Enloe Hospital.
The victim had a bedroom inside his apartment exclusively set up for the cultivation of marijuana. The victim was found to have a valid doctors recommendation to possess & cultivate marijuana per Prop. 215.
Anyone who may have witnessed this incident or who can provide investigative leads is asked to contact the Chico Police Department.
Noise Ordinance Meeting
22/02/12 09:15
Noise Ordinance Meeting
The Chico Police Department is seeking input from the community and student population regarding proposed changes to our current Noise Ordinance.
The meeting will be held on Wednesday, February 22 at 5:30pm on the CSUC campus in the Bell Memorial Union (BMU) room 210.
For more information, please contact Lieutenant Linda Dye at (530) 897-4950.
Domestic Violence assault. UPDATED
16/02/12 17:02
***UPDATE***
Today, 2/16/2012 at 1036 Hrs Officers from the Chico Police Department’s TARGET team received a tip regarding wanted subject Lawrence Sierengowski. He was reported to be at Community Park on Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. Officers responded and located him near the south end of the park. He was taken into custody without incident and later booked into the Butte County Jail Domestic Violence charges. Original press release follows:
Type of Incident: Domestic Violence assault. (Wanted person.)
Case no: 12-0880
Date/time: 2/6/12 1120 hrs
Location: Community Park. 1900 Martin Luther King Jr. Parkway
Suspect: Sierengowski, Lawrence J
Age: 54. Transient, Chico area. May be on a bicycle.
6’04”, 210 lbs, brown hair, green eyes.
Victim: Adult female, transient. Chico area.
Charges: 273.5 PC- Domestic Violence- Felony
Case summary:
On 2/06/2012 at 1120 hrs, Chico Police Officer Terry Moore was dispatched to Enloe Hospital regarding a report of a woman who had been assaulted. On arrival, he contacted the victim who related the following:
The victim told Officer Moore that she had been the victim of several incidents of domestic violence at the hands of her boyfriend, Lawrence Sierengowski. The victim and Sierengowski are homeless and frequently spend time in the area of Community Park on MLK Jr. Blvd. Over the past several weeks, the victim reported that she was physically assaulted by Sierengowski multiple times. The most recent incident took place on either February 1st or February 2nd in the Community Park at an unknown time. The victim reported that the suspect was drunk and angry. He grabbed her and threw her to the ground where he punched and kicked her several times. Other nearby transients pulled him off and helped the victim get away from him. She went to stay with a friend but did not immediately seek medical attention.
On 12/06/2012 the victim intended to seek help from Catalyst Domestic Violence Services and was walking to their offices when she collapsed on the street and was transported to the hospital by ambulance. The victim’s injuries are very significant and include multiple rib fractures and possible internal injuries in addition to bruises and contusions.
Police have been unable to find Lawrence Sierengowsk and are releasing his photo in the hopes that it will assist in locating him. He is considered armed and dangerous as witnesses report that he frequently carries a box cutter. He frequents the area of Community Park and south Chico. Anyone with information about Mr. Sierengowski’s whereabouts is asked to contact the Chico Police Department at 895-4911.
Shots fired into an occupied residence.
14/02/12 17:17
Case no: 12-1034
Location: 1000 block Humboldt Ave.
Date/Time: 2/14/2012 0032 hrs
Suspect vehicle: Light blue late 80’s or early 90’s Cadillac or similar model sedan.
Suspects: 3 unknown males. No description available.
Incident summary:
On 2/14/2012 Chico Police responded to a report of shots fired into an occupied residence in the 1000 block of Humboldt Avenue in Chico.
An unknown suspect had fired at least two times from the area of the street, striking the occupied residence and a parked vehicle in the front yard. No-one was injured in the incident.
A witness reported seeing 3 males running from the scene and fleeing in a light blue late 1980’s or early 1990’s Cadillac, or similar vehicle.
The motive for the incident is unknown and it has not yet been determined if the incident is gang related. Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact the Chico Police Department at 897-4911.
Location: 1000 block Humboldt Ave.
Date/Time: 2/14/2012 0032 hrs
Suspect vehicle: Light blue late 80’s or early 90’s Cadillac or similar model sedan.
Suspects: 3 unknown males. No description available.
Incident summary:
On 2/14/2012 Chico Police responded to a report of shots fired into an occupied residence in the 1000 block of Humboldt Avenue in Chico.
An unknown suspect had fired at least two times from the area of the street, striking the occupied residence and a parked vehicle in the front yard. No-one was injured in the incident.
A witness reported seeing 3 males running from the scene and fleeing in a light blue late 1980’s or early 1990’s Cadillac, or similar vehicle.
The motive for the incident is unknown and it has not yet been determined if the incident is gang related. Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact the Chico Police Department at 897-4911.
Chico Police Department phone line maintenance
14/02/12 17:17
Type of event:
Date/time: 2/14/2012 1800-2000 hrs
Tonight, from approximately 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., the Chico Police Department will be performing routine maintenance on our telephone system. Two 24 hour phone numbers will be temporarily unavailable. Those numbers are 897-4911 and 897-4900. The 9-1-1 system will not be affected.
Those wishing to contact the Police Department tonight regarding an emergency between the hours of 6 p.m. and 8 p.m. should call 9-1-1. For non-emergency calls, call 895-4912.
Again, the 9-1-1 system will not be affected and regular service should resume by 8 p.m.
Date/time: 2/14/2012 1800-2000 hrs
Tonight, from approximately 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., the Chico Police Department will be performing routine maintenance on our telephone system. Two 24 hour phone numbers will be temporarily unavailable. Those numbers are 897-4911 and 897-4900. The 9-1-1 system will not be affected.
Those wishing to contact the Police Department tonight regarding an emergency between the hours of 6 p.m. and 8 p.m. should call 9-1-1. For non-emergency calls, call 895-4912.
Again, the 9-1-1 system will not be affected and regular service should resume by 8 p.m.
Wells Fargo Bank, inside Safeway at 1366 East Ave., Chico
08/02/12 20:15
Incident Case Number: 09-8500
Victim: Wells Fargo Bank
Suspect: Amber Chiree Warren, 23 years old, of Oroville, CA Charges: 459, 503, 32 PC
Kyle Jayson Wood, 22 years old, of Oroville, CA Charges: 459, 32 PC
On 10-17-09 a white male entered the Safeway store, approached the Wells Fargo teller, Amber Warren, and demanded money. The teller handed over the cash from her drawer and the robber fled. Amber Warren gave the patrol officer and detectives a statement at the time. Numerous leads came in on that case and they were followed up on. An extensive search and investigation followed but the perpetrator was not identified.
In January 2012 CPD Detective Jose Lara received a tip in this case. He and Detective Abigail Madden, in conjunction with local FBI agents, followed up on that tip and identified Kyle Wood as the person who presented the note to the teller and took the cash. Amber Warren and Kyle Wood were friends at the time and conspired to steal the money from the bank by staging it as a robbery.
On Friday, Feb. 3, 2012 Kyle Wood was contacted and arrested by Detective Lara at the Denny’s Restaurant in Oroville. He was booked into the Butte County Jail for burglary and conspiracy.
On Monday, Feb. 6, 2012 Amber Warren was contacted and arrested. She was booked into the Butte County Jail on charges of burglary, embezzlement, and conspiracy.
Due to this crime being an “inside job,” it was not actually a robbery, but a burglary and embezzlement.
For convenience, I will also attach the press release that was put out in Oct. 2009.
Domestic Violence assault. (Wanted person.)
08/02/12 15:57
Case no: 12-0880
Date/time: 2/6/12 1120 hrs
Location: Community Park. 1900 Martin Luther King Jr. Parkway
Suspect: Sierengowski, Lawrence J
Age: 54. Transient, Chico area. May be on a bicycle.
6’04”, 210 lbs, brown hair, green eyes.
Victim: Adult female, transient. Chico area.
Charges: 273.5 PC- Domestic Violence- Felony
Case summary:
Date/time: 2/6/12 1120 hrs
Location: Community Park. 1900 Martin Luther King Jr. Parkway
Suspect: Sierengowski, Lawrence J
Age: 54. Transient, Chico area. May be on a bicycle.
6’04”, 210 lbs, brown hair, green eyes.
Victim: Adult female, transient. Chico area.
Charges: 273.5 PC- Domestic Violence- Felony
Case summary:
On 2/06/2012 at 1120 hrs, Chico Police Officer Terry Moore was dispatched to Enloe Hospital regarding a report of a woman who had been assaulted. On arrival, he contacted the victim who related the following:
The victim told Officer Moore that she had been the victim of several incidents of domestic violence at the hands of her boyfriend, Lawrence Sierengowski. The victim and Sierengowski are homeless and frequently spend time in the area of Community Park on MLK Jr. Blvd. Over the past several weeks, the victim reported that she was physically assaulted by Sierengowski multiple times. The most recent incident took place on either February 1st or February 2nd in the Community Park at an unknown time. The victim reported that the suspect was drunk and angry. He grabbed her and threw her to the ground where he punched and kicked her several times. Other nearby transients pulled him off and helped the victim get away from him. She went to stay with a friend but did not immediately seek medical attention.
On 12/06/2012 the victim intended to seek help from Catalyst Domestic Violence Services and was walking to their offices when she collapsed on the street and was transported to the hospital by ambulance. The victim’s injuries are very significant and include multiple rib fractures and possible internal injuries in addition to bruises and contusions.
Police have been unable to find Lawrence Sierengowsk and are releasing his photo in the hopes that it will assist in locating him. He is considered armed and dangerous as witnesses report that he frequently carries a box cutter. He frequents the area of Community Park and south Chico. Anyone with information about Mr. Sierengowski’s whereabouts is asked to contact the Chico Police Department at 895-4911.
Wake up folks...
02/02/12 11:58
Type of incident: Reminder regarding flashing red traffic signals.
Location: W. 2nd at Chestnut
The Chico Police Department’s Traffic Unit has received a number of complaints regarding motorists failing to stop for the flashing red signal at W. 2nd and Chestnut Street.
With the CSUC construction project at that intersection, the traffic signals have been changed to a flashing red signal. This is a particularly busy pedestrian crossing with CSUC students and staff going to and from the campus and the BMU.
Unfortunately, many motorists are failing to stop for the flashing red signal. This creates a hazard for pedestrians crossing in the crosswalk who are expecting motorists to stop as required by the vehicle code.
The law requires that a driver who encounters a flashing red signal light shall stop before entering the intersection, or in this case before entering the crosswalk, and then proceed through only when safe. Basically, the motorist must treat the flashing signal the same as a stop sign. (CVC 21457.)
Police Traffic Officers will be doing additional enforcement in this area and will be citing drivers who fail to stop or who fail to yield to pedestrians in the crosswalk.
Location: W. 2nd at Chestnut
The Chico Police Department’s Traffic Unit has received a number of complaints regarding motorists failing to stop for the flashing red signal at W. 2nd and Chestnut Street.
With the CSUC construction project at that intersection, the traffic signals have been changed to a flashing red signal. This is a particularly busy pedestrian crossing with CSUC students and staff going to and from the campus and the BMU.
Unfortunately, many motorists are failing to stop for the flashing red signal. This creates a hazard for pedestrians crossing in the crosswalk who are expecting motorists to stop as required by the vehicle code.
The law requires that a driver who encounters a flashing red signal light shall stop before entering the intersection, or in this case before entering the crosswalk, and then proceed through only when safe. Basically, the motorist must treat the flashing signal the same as a stop sign. (CVC 21457.)
Police Traffic Officers will be doing additional enforcement in this area and will be citing drivers who fail to stop or who fail to yield to pedestrians in the crosswalk.
Armed Robbery
31/01/12 10:16
On 1-27-12 at approximately 2105 hours, Chico Police Department responded to an armed robbery at 409 Nord Ave. The suspect, Trevor Lowery, entered the market and took a can of beer. The store clerk confronted Lowery. Lowery stated he had a gun and began to exit the business. The store clerk attempted to stop Lowery and a struggle ensued. During the struggle a replica handgun fell out of Lowery's pocket. As the struggle continued, officer's arrived and detained Lowery and took possession of the replica firearm. Lowery was arrested and booked into the Butte County Jail for robbery.
Shooting ...
31/01/12 10:15
On 01/28/2012 at about 2308 hours, Chico Police officers responded to Enloe Medical Center to interview the victim of a gunshot wound. The victim, identified as 24 year old Chico resident Benjamin Lopez, checked himself into the hospital for a non-life threatening gunshot wound. Lopez told officers that he was shot by unknown individuals driving by in a vehicle while visiting the area of Old Humboldt Road near the power lines earlier in the evening. Lopez described the suspect vehicle as a smaller sedan. This incident is still under investigation and anyone with information should call the Chico Police Department.
Sexual Assault/Vehicle theft
31/01/12 09:29
Case no: 12-0591
Date/Time of report: 1/26/2012 0845 hrs
Location: 1100 block of N. Cedar Ave
Victim: Female, early 20’s. CSUC Student.
Suspect: Unidentified male
Case summary:
On 1/26/2012 at 0845 hrs, Chico Police were contacted by CSUC Police regarding a woman who had come to the University Police Department to report a sexual assault which had occurred in the city jurisdiction.
The victim reported the following: Late last night and early this morning, the victim and a female friend had been at a downtown bar celebrating a birthday. During the evening, the women met and befriended a male subject who they’d never met before. As the evening progressed, the women became very intoxicated. They decided to walk home. The male subject offered to drive the victim and her friend home in the victim’s car. The victim agreed and the three of them drove to an address on N. Cedar where the victim resides. The victim allowed the unknown male to sleep on the couch. The victim went to sleep in her bedroom and the victim’s female friend went to sleep in another room.
Sometime in the early morning hours, the victim awoke to the suspect sexually assaulting her. The victim pushed the suspect away and fell back asleep.
Later, when the victim realized what had happened, she got up to discover the unknown male was gone. Also missing were some of her personal property and her 1998 GMC Jimmy (SUV) Ca. License plate 5UHB412.
The scene has been processed for evidence and Police are investigating. Police have no description of the suspect other than that of a younger black male adult. Anyone with information about this case is asked to contact the Chico Police Department at 897-4911. There is no indication that this case is related to the incident in the 400 block of E. 4th Street which occurred on 1/25/12.
Date/Time of report: 1/26/2012 0845 hrs
Location: 1100 block of N. Cedar Ave
Victim: Female, early 20’s. CSUC Student.
Suspect: Unidentified male
Case summary:
On 1/26/2012 at 0845 hrs, Chico Police were contacted by CSUC Police regarding a woman who had come to the University Police Department to report a sexual assault which had occurred in the city jurisdiction.
The victim reported the following: Late last night and early this morning, the victim and a female friend had been at a downtown bar celebrating a birthday. During the evening, the women met and befriended a male subject who they’d never met before. As the evening progressed, the women became very intoxicated. They decided to walk home. The male subject offered to drive the victim and her friend home in the victim’s car. The victim agreed and the three of them drove to an address on N. Cedar where the victim resides. The victim allowed the unknown male to sleep on the couch. The victim went to sleep in her bedroom and the victim’s female friend went to sleep in another room.
Sometime in the early morning hours, the victim awoke to the suspect sexually assaulting her. The victim pushed the suspect away and fell back asleep.
Later, when the victim realized what had happened, she got up to discover the unknown male was gone. Also missing were some of her personal property and her 1998 GMC Jimmy (SUV) Ca. License plate 5UHB412.
The scene has been processed for evidence and Police are investigating. Police have no description of the suspect other than that of a younger black male adult. Anyone with information about this case is asked to contact the Chico Police Department at 897-4911. There is no indication that this case is related to the incident in the 400 block of E. 4th Street which occurred on 1/25/12.
One day closure of the Chico Animal Shelter at 2579 Fair Street.
31/01/12 09:00
In preparation for the City of Chico Police Department taking over responsibility for operation of the Animal Shelter, the shelter will be closed to the public on Wednesday, February 1st while the Police Department Animal Control offices are moved in to that location.
The Butte Humane Society adoption services will also be closed that day due to the change in operation. Their cat clinic, located at 587 Country Drive will be open for business on February 1st.
The shelter will re-open on Thursday, February 2nd at 12:00pm. Hours of operation will remain the same.
The Butte Humane Society adoption services will also be closed that day due to the change in operation. Their cat clinic, located at 587 Country Drive will be open for business on February 1st.
The shelter will re-open on Thursday, February 2nd at 12:00pm. Hours of operation will remain the same.
Sexual Assault
31/01/12 08:54
Case no: 12-0560
Location: 400 Block of E. 5th Street
Date/time: 1/25/12 0236 hrs
Suspect: Unidentified Black male adult, mid 20’s, 5-02 to 5-04, 160 lbs, goatee. Wearing a grey hooded sweatshirt and blue jeans.
Victim: 20 year female
Case summary:
On 1/25/12 at 0236, Chico Police Officers were called to the scene of a sexual assault which had just occurred in the 400 block of E. 5th Street in Chico. On arrival, Officers contacted the 20 year old victim who reported that she’d been asleep inside her residence. She awoke to find an unidentified male sexually assaulting her. The victim’s room-mate, who was arriving home at the time heard her yelling for help and chased the suspect from the scene. Responding Officers searched for the suspect over several blocks but were unable to locate him.
Crime scene investigators processed the scene for evidence and the case will be investigated by the Detective Bureau. Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact the Chico Police Department at 897-4911.
Location: 400 Block of E. 5th Street
Date/time: 1/25/12 0236 hrs
Suspect: Unidentified Black male adult, mid 20’s, 5-02 to 5-04, 160 lbs, goatee. Wearing a grey hooded sweatshirt and blue jeans.
Victim: 20 year female
Case summary:
On 1/25/12 at 0236, Chico Police Officers were called to the scene of a sexual assault which had just occurred in the 400 block of E. 5th Street in Chico. On arrival, Officers contacted the 20 year old victim who reported that she’d been asleep inside her residence. She awoke to find an unidentified male sexually assaulting her. The victim’s room-mate, who was arriving home at the time heard her yelling for help and chased the suspect from the scene. Responding Officers searched for the suspect over several blocks but were unable to locate him.
Crime scene investigators processed the scene for evidence and the case will be investigated by the Detective Bureau. Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact the Chico Police Department at 897-4911.
Brandish Firearm, Threats
22/01/12 05:27
On 01/21/2012 at about 2326 hours, Chico Police Officers responded to 571 E. Eaton Road to the report of a theft. A cab driver reported a fare, later identified Nathaniel Barbour, had just been dropped off at this address and refused to pay. On arrival Officers learned Barbour had not only refused to pay the fare, but brandished a firearm and made threats to kill the cab driver. Several Officers responded to the scene and Barbour was taken into custody without incident. A firearm was recovered at the scene and Barbour was booked into the Butte County Jail on charges of brandishing a firearm, criminal threats, and violation of probation. The victim was not injured and the firearm was not discharged during the incident.
664/187 P.C. - Attempted Murder (Stabbing)
20/01/12 08:52
Suspect: Johnnie Edward Doremus (41 years old)
Location of Incident: 370 E. Lassen Ave.
Date/Time Occurred: 01/20/2012 - 0250 hrs.
On 01/20/2012 at about 0250 hrs. Chico P.D. was called to Enloe Hospital to contact the victim of a stabbing. When units arrived at scene they made contact with the victim who had multiple stab wounds to his torso and neck. It was determined that the stabbing occurred at 370 E. Lassen Ave. in front of space #70.
The victim told Officers at scene that his current girlfriend's ex-boyfriend (Johnnie Doremus) had lured him outside of 370 E. Lassen Ave. #70, attacked him with a knife, and then fled the scene. Officers responded to 370 E. Lassen Ave. where they located the crime scene, however there was no sign of the suspect. Doremus is currently wanted for the stabbing and is considered to be armed and dangerous.
Anyone with information on Doremus' whereabouts is encouraged to contact the Chico Police Department at 530-897-4911.
Location of Incident: 370 E. Lassen Ave.
Date/Time Occurred: 01/20/2012 - 0250 hrs.
On 01/20/2012 at about 0250 hrs. Chico P.D. was called to Enloe Hospital to contact the victim of a stabbing. When units arrived at scene they made contact with the victim who had multiple stab wounds to his torso and neck. It was determined that the stabbing occurred at 370 E. Lassen Ave. in front of space #70.
The victim told Officers at scene that his current girlfriend's ex-boyfriend (Johnnie Doremus) had lured him outside of 370 E. Lassen Ave. #70, attacked him with a knife, and then fled the scene. Officers responded to 370 E. Lassen Ave. where they located the crime scene, however there was no sign of the suspect. Doremus is currently wanted for the stabbing and is considered to be armed and dangerous.
Anyone with information on Doremus' whereabouts is encouraged to contact the Chico Police Department at 530-897-4911.
Western Dental Burglary surveillance video released.
17/01/12 16:27
Case no: 12-0199
Location: 2471 Cohasset Road, Chico.
Date/time: 1/8/2012 1331 hrs
Surveillance video from the January 8th Burglary at Western Dental on Cohasset road is being released to the public in the hopes of generating investigative leads. The video shows the suspect inside the office using a sledgehammer to break the safe free from the floor. The suspect’s face is covered by a hooded sweatshirt and he uses his sleeves to cover his hands. The suspect was in and out of the business within two minutes.
During this past weekend, there were 4 additional burglaries at Western Dental Offices in the Freemont and Oakland area.
The surveillance video in question can be viewed at the City of Chico’s FTP site at HYPERLINK "ftp://ftp.ci.chico.ca.us/Police/" ftp://ftp.ci.chico.ca.us/Police/.
Location: 2471 Cohasset Road, Chico.
Date/time: 1/8/2012 1331 hrs
Surveillance video from the January 8th Burglary at Western Dental on Cohasset road is being released to the public in the hopes of generating investigative leads. The video shows the suspect inside the office using a sledgehammer to break the safe free from the floor. The suspect’s face is covered by a hooded sweatshirt and he uses his sleeves to cover his hands. The suspect was in and out of the business within two minutes.
During this past weekend, there were 4 additional burglaries at Western Dental Offices in the Freemont and Oakland area.
The surveillance video in question can be viewed at the City of Chico’s FTP site at HYPERLINK "ftp://ftp.ci.chico.ca.us/Police/" ftp://ftp.ci.chico.ca.us/Police/.
Man armed with knife taken into protective custody
12/01/12 10:51
Case no: 12-0258
Location: 136 W. Lassen Ave
Date/time: 1/11/2012 0808 hrs
Subject: Name with-held
Incident summary:
On 1/11/2012, just after 8 a.m. Chico Police responded to a report of a man armed with a knife threatening family members outside an apartment at 136 W. Lassen Ave in north Chico. The man was reportedly trying to get inside a family members apartment. On Officers arrival, they found a 43 year old male standing outside the apartment. The man was still armed with the knife and behaving strangely. The man refused to put the knife down and was uncooperative.
Officer Kevin Bartine, a Police Negotiator and member the Crisis Intervention Team (C.I.T.) was on scene and began negotiating with the subject. Crisis Intervention Team members are trained in techniques for de-escalating situations involving individuals in serious mental health crisis.
After about 10 minutes, the man was convinced to put the knife down. He was detained. He was taken into protective custody for a mental health evaluation and treatment. No criminal charges are pending and no-one was injured in the encounter.
Location: 136 W. Lassen Ave
Date/time: 1/11/2012 0808 hrs
Subject: Name with-held
Incident summary:
On 1/11/2012, just after 8 a.m. Chico Police responded to a report of a man armed with a knife threatening family members outside an apartment at 136 W. Lassen Ave in north Chico. The man was reportedly trying to get inside a family members apartment. On Officers arrival, they found a 43 year old male standing outside the apartment. The man was still armed with the knife and behaving strangely. The man refused to put the knife down and was uncooperative.
Officer Kevin Bartine, a Police Negotiator and member the Crisis Intervention Team (C.I.T.) was on scene and began negotiating with the subject. Crisis Intervention Team members are trained in techniques for de-escalating situations involving individuals in serious mental health crisis.
After about 10 minutes, the man was convinced to put the knife down. He was detained. He was taken into protective custody for a mental health evaluation and treatment. No criminal charges are pending and no-one was injured in the encounter.
Burglary at Western Dental, 2471 Cohasset Road, Chico.
10/01/12 08:02
Case no: 12-0199
Date/time: 1/8/12 1331 hrs
Suspects: Unknown
Summary of incident:
On 1/8/2012 at 1327 hrs, Chico Police received a call regarding an alarm activation at Western Dental, 2471 Cohasset Road in Chico. On arrival, Officers found a large window on the south side of the building had been broken out. A check of the building revealed that a small safe had been removed from the Office. The business was closed on this day, (Sunday) though there were several neighboring businesses open.
Officers processed the scene for evidence and canvassed the area for witnesses. No additional leads were discovered at the scene. According to the company, there have been 9 burglaries of Western Dental offices in northern California in the past week. These included the cities of Madera, Turlock, Freemont and Sacramento.
Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact the Chico Police Department at 895-4911.
Date/time: 1/8/12 1331 hrs
Suspects: Unknown
Summary of incident:
On 1/8/2012 at 1327 hrs, Chico Police received a call regarding an alarm activation at Western Dental, 2471 Cohasset Road in Chico. On arrival, Officers found a large window on the south side of the building had been broken out. A check of the building revealed that a small safe had been removed from the Office. The business was closed on this day, (Sunday) though there were several neighboring businesses open.
Officers processed the scene for evidence and canvassed the area for witnesses. No additional leads were discovered at the scene. According to the company, there have been 9 burglaries of Western Dental offices in northern California in the past week. These included the cities of Madera, Turlock, Freemont and Sacramento.
Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact the Chico Police Department at 895-4911.
Shooting ...
05/01/12 07:31
Shooting Incident
1100 Block of Oakdale Street, Chico, CA.
1-4-12, 11:38 pm
Name withheld pending investigation
Hispanic male adult, mid-30's, medium height and build
On 1-4-12, at approximately 2338 Hours, Chico Police responded to Duke's Cork and Bottle on Park Avenue to a report of a shooting victim at that location. Upon arrival, officers contacted a 49 year old male who was suffering from a gunshot wound to the leg. During the investigation, officers learned that the shooting had occurred somewhere in the 1100 block of Oakdale Street. The victim was transported to a local area hospital where he received treatment for a non-life threatening gunshot wound.
Officers responded to the area of Oakdale Street. Evidence at the scene suggests that the shooting occurred in the street. No other victims or suspects were located. At this time, the suspect in the shooting is described as a Hispanic male, mid-30's in age with a medium height and weight. The suspect was last seen armed with a revolver style handgun. His whereabouts are unknown. Chico Police are currently investigating the case but at this time, the motive for the shooting is unknown. Anyone with information regarding this investigation is asked to call the Chico Police Department at (530) 897-4900.
1100 Block of Oakdale Street, Chico, CA.
1-4-12, 11:38 pm
Name withheld pending investigation
Hispanic male adult, mid-30's, medium height and build
On 1-4-12, at approximately 2338 Hours, Chico Police responded to Duke's Cork and Bottle on Park Avenue to a report of a shooting victim at that location. Upon arrival, officers contacted a 49 year old male who was suffering from a gunshot wound to the leg. During the investigation, officers learned that the shooting had occurred somewhere in the 1100 block of Oakdale Street. The victim was transported to a local area hospital where he received treatment for a non-life threatening gunshot wound.
Officers responded to the area of Oakdale Street. Evidence at the scene suggests that the shooting occurred in the street. No other victims or suspects were located. At this time, the suspect in the shooting is described as a Hispanic male, mid-30's in age with a medium height and weight. The suspect was last seen armed with a revolver style handgun. His whereabouts are unknown. Chico Police are currently investigating the case but at this time, the motive for the shooting is unknown. Anyone with information regarding this investigation is asked to call the Chico Police Department at (530) 897-4900.
Major Injury Accident
11/12/11 10:23
On 12-10-11 at approximately 1407 hours, the Chico Police Dispatch Center received numerous 911 calls concerning a major accident involving a motorcyclist and a sedan at the intersection of W. 5th & Walnut Streets. The initial reports were that the motorcycle rider was trapped underneath a parked vehicle. Responding officers found that the motorcycle rider was ejected from the bike within the intersection and came to rest approximately 150' west of the point of impact. Witnesses pulled the rider from underneath the parked vehicle and found that he had major injuries. Medical personnel arrived and transported the victim to the Enloe Medical Center where a trauma team was activated and waiting for his arrival. The driver of the sedan was identified as Jack Levey (DOB: 11-29-89). Levey had two other passengers with him, all of which were uninjured in the accident. The Chico Police Major Accident Investigation Team was activated and are still on-scene completing the investigation. At this point, the cause of the collision is under investigation. Alcohol does not appear to be a factor in the collision.
Home Invasion Robbery
09/12/11 05:30
12-9-11, 0011 Hours
On the above date and time, Chico Police responded to a home invasion robbery in the 100 block of Pelican Park Drive. Officers contacted the adult male victim at the residence. During the investigation, officers learned the victim had met a white female adult at a local bar earlier in the night. They later ended up at the victim's residence. While inside the residence, a black male adult entered the residence and committed a robbery while holding the victim at gun point. It appeared that the female and suspect knew each other and that the incident was a setup. Both the male and female suspect fled the residence in an unknown direction of travel. There were no injuries associated with the incident.
The female was described as a white female adult, late 20's, medium build with light brown hair. The male suspect was described as a black male adult, 30-40 years of age, 5'9", large build, wearing dark clothes. The male suspect was last seen armed in a possession of a handgun. The case in currently being investigated by the Chico Police Department. Anyone with information is asked to call CPD at (530) 897-4900.
On the above date and time, Chico Police responded to a home invasion robbery in the 100 block of Pelican Park Drive. Officers contacted the adult male victim at the residence. During the investigation, officers learned the victim had met a white female adult at a local bar earlier in the night. They later ended up at the victim's residence. While inside the residence, a black male adult entered the residence and committed a robbery while holding the victim at gun point. It appeared that the female and suspect knew each other and that the incident was a setup. Both the male and female suspect fled the residence in an unknown direction of travel. There were no injuries associated with the incident.
The female was described as a white female adult, late 20's, medium build with light brown hair. The male suspect was described as a black male adult, 30-40 years of age, 5'9", large build, wearing dark clothes. The male suspect was last seen armed in a possession of a handgun. The case in currently being investigated by the Chico Police Department. Anyone with information is asked to call CPD at (530) 897-4900.
12020 (a)(1) PC- Possession of Metal Knuckles
08/12/11 08:30
Type of Incident: Subject arrested for possession of Metal Knuckles
Date/time: 12/03/2011 at 0354 hrs
Location: 2002 Huntington Drive, Chico
Case no: 11-8923
Suspect: Sermeno, Anthony Lee Altamirano
Age: 19 of Chico
Charges: 12020 (a)(1) PC- Possession of Metal Knuckles
Case summary:
On 12/03/2011, Officers were called to a report of a disturbance in the area of Huntington Drive. On arrival, Officers saw a subject wearing a red hat and red shirt, (later identified as Sermeno) who appeared to be involved in some sort of altercation with a female. When the subject saw the Officers, he ran away on foot. The female told Officers that the male had assaulted her.
Officers made an area check for the suspect. Moments later, they were able to take the subject into custody in the apartment complex. At the time of his arrest, the suspect had a pair of metal knuckles in his pocket. Possession of such a weapon is a felony. The female who was originally involved in the altercation with Sermeno declined to press charges.
Sermeno was arrested and later booked into the Butte County Jail on a charge of possession of metal knuckles.
Date/time: 12/03/2011 at 0354 hrs
Location: 2002 Huntington Drive, Chico
Case no: 11-8923
Suspect: Sermeno, Anthony Lee Altamirano
Age: 19 of Chico
Charges: 12020 (a)(1) PC- Possession of Metal Knuckles
Case summary:
On 12/03/2011, Officers were called to a report of a disturbance in the area of Huntington Drive. On arrival, Officers saw a subject wearing a red hat and red shirt, (later identified as Sermeno) who appeared to be involved in some sort of altercation with a female. When the subject saw the Officers, he ran away on foot. The female told Officers that the male had assaulted her.
Officers made an area check for the suspect. Moments later, they were able to take the subject into custody in the apartment complex. At the time of his arrest, the suspect had a pair of metal knuckles in his pocket. Possession of such a weapon is a felony. The female who was originally involved in the altercation with Sermeno declined to press charges.
Sermeno was arrested and later booked into the Butte County Jail on a charge of possession of metal knuckles.
211 PC , ROBBERY
26/11/11 08:38
Suspect description: White Male Adult / 5'11" / 190 lbs. / Dark "hoody" type sweatshirt / White, Khaki, or Green pants / White and grey tennis shoes.
At 1811 hrs. on 11/24/2011 the Chico Police Department received a report of an armed robbery that was in progress at the Walgreens Pharmacy located at 860 East Ave. Chico P.D. Units responded to the scene within two minutes of the initial call. Officers made entry into the store and found that the suspect (described above) had already fled the store. According to Walgreens staff the suspect approached the pharmacy counter, produced a firearm, and demanded Oxycontin and pain killers. The pharmacy staff took cover behind the counter and the suspect exited the store prior to police arrival and did not receive any pills. There were no injuries in this incident.
Anyone with information regarding this robbery are encouraged to contact the Chico Police Department at (530) 897-4911.
At 1811 hrs. on 11/24/2011 the Chico Police Department received a report of an armed robbery that was in progress at the Walgreens Pharmacy located at 860 East Ave. Chico P.D. Units responded to the scene within two minutes of the initial call. Officers made entry into the store and found that the suspect (described above) had already fled the store. According to Walgreens staff the suspect approached the pharmacy counter, produced a firearm, and demanded Oxycontin and pain killers. The pharmacy staff took cover behind the counter and the suspect exited the store prior to police arrival and did not receive any pills. There were no injuries in this incident.
Anyone with information regarding this robbery are encouraged to contact the Chico Police Department at (530) 897-4911.
Armed Robbery ...
15/11/11 16:12
Type of Incident: Bank Robbery
Date/time: 11/14/2011 at 1752 hrs
Location: Tri Counties Bank at 780 Mangrove Ave.
Case no: 11-8489
Suspects: Arriva-Sarcaina, Niko Alexander. Male, Age 18 of Pittsburg Ca.
Green, Paris Ann Edward. Female, Age 21 of Pittsburg Ca.
Charges: 211 PC- Robbery
Case summary:
On 11/14/2011 at 1752 hrs, Chico Police responded to a reported robbery in progress at the Tri Counties Bank at 780 Mangrove Ave in Chico. Upon Officers arrival, they learned that two suspects had just robbed the bank and had fled on foot, running in different directions. Officers located one witness who had seen two possible suspicious persons run to a white full size pick-up which was parked south of the Egg Roll King Restaurant and just north of the Salvation Army Thrift Store. The pick-up had left eastbound on Palmetto. Officers broadcast this possible description to surrounding agencies and began to search for that vehicle.
Moments later, a Butte County Sheriff’s Deputy spotted the possible suspect vehicle travelling southbound Hwy. 99 near Southgate. Chico Police Officers responded to assist and a high risk stop was conducted on Hwy. 99 near Pentz Road.
The two occupants of the vehicle, Niko Arriva-Sarcaina and Paris Green were identified as being the persons who had robbed the bank. They were arrested and later booked into the Butte County Jail on charges of 211 PC- Robbery. Two replica handguns used in the robbery and the stolen cash were recovered inside the getaway vehicle.
Date/time: 11/14/2011 at 1752 hrs
Location: Tri Counties Bank at 780 Mangrove Ave.
Case no: 11-8489
Suspects: Arriva-Sarcaina, Niko Alexander. Male, Age 18 of Pittsburg Ca.
Green, Paris Ann Edward. Female, Age 21 of Pittsburg Ca.
Charges: 211 PC- Robbery
Case summary:
On 11/14/2011 at 1752 hrs, Chico Police responded to a reported robbery in progress at the Tri Counties Bank at 780 Mangrove Ave in Chico. Upon Officers arrival, they learned that two suspects had just robbed the bank and had fled on foot, running in different directions. Officers located one witness who had seen two possible suspicious persons run to a white full size pick-up which was parked south of the Egg Roll King Restaurant and just north of the Salvation Army Thrift Store. The pick-up had left eastbound on Palmetto. Officers broadcast this possible description to surrounding agencies and began to search for that vehicle.
Moments later, a Butte County Sheriff’s Deputy spotted the possible suspect vehicle travelling southbound Hwy. 99 near Southgate. Chico Police Officers responded to assist and a high risk stop was conducted on Hwy. 99 near Pentz Road.
The two occupants of the vehicle, Niko Arriva-Sarcaina and Paris Green were identified as being the persons who had robbed the bank. They were arrested and later booked into the Butte County Jail on charges of 211 PC- Robbery. Two replica handguns used in the robbery and the stolen cash were recovered inside the getaway vehicle.
SHOOTING ...
07/11/11 07:01
On 11/06/2011 at about 2300 hours, officers responded to Enloe Hospital to interview a gunshot victim. The victim is a 46 year old white male resident of Chico. Upon further investigation, it was determined the victim was assaulted at a residence located in the 600 block of W 1st Avenue. The residence was subsequently secured and processed for evidence. No suspects have been identified at this time. This incident is currently under investigation and additional information will be released as it becomes available.
Police seek assistance in locating witness to homicide. UPDATED
02/11/11 15:14
Update
The woman who police sought as a possible witness in this case, and whose photo was earlier released to the public, has been located and contacted. She was interviewed by Chico Police Detectives this afternoon and is no longer being sought.
Type of Incident: Police seek assistance in locating witness to homicide.
Location: 300 block of Main Street
Date/time: 10/31/2011 at 2239 hrs
Case no: 11-8111
Victim: William Dennis Collinsworth, 35 year old Yuba City resident. Suspect: 20-25 year old white male, 5-09, and 175 lbs.
Summary:
On 10/31/2011 at 2239 hrs, Chico Police were called to the sidewalk in the 300 block of Main Street regarding a possible assault. On arrival, Officers found a 35 year old male unconscious on the sidewalk. Bystanders reported that he had been punched by an unidentified male subject who was wearing dark clothes and a Halloween mask. Bystanders also said that the victim and the male had been in a verbal disagreement just prior to the incident.
The victim was transported to a local hospital and is in critical condition with a head injury. Police are releasing the attached photo which depicts an unidentified woman who is believed to be a witness to the assault and may have been with the suspect at the time. Police would like to speak to this unidentified woman about the incident. Again, she is not a suspect in the case but may be able to help Police determine what happened. (see photo in the press release below)
Anyone with information about this incident or about the unidentified witness is encouraged to contact the Chico Police Department Detective Bureau at 895-4911.
***For media inquiries, please contact Sgt. Rob Merrifield at 897-4941. ***
Update
On November 2, 2011 at shortly before 11:00am the victim in this case succumbed to his injuries and died at a local hospital. He is identified as William Dennis Collinsworth. This case is now considered a homicide. This is a tragic case and the Chico Police Department wishes to speak with anyone who witnessed or has any information about this incident.
Assault with deadly weapon- Shooting
02/11/11 08:01
Location: 1133 W. Sacramento Avenue
Date/time: 11/01/2011 1929 hrs
Case no: 11-8147
Victim: 20 year old male Chico resident
Suspect: Unknown male suspect. Race and description unknown. Wearing a grey hooded sweatshirt.
Incident summary:
On 11/01/2011 at 1929 hrs, Chico Police Officers responded to a report of shots fired at an apartment complex at 1133 W. Sacramento Avenue in west Chico. On arrival, Officers found the 20 year old male victim who had been shot in the upper body. He was transported to a local hospital where he remains in critical condition.
Initial investigation indicates that the victim was standing outside an apartment smoking a cigarette when he was approached by an unidentified male who fired multiple rounds from a handgun, striking the victim more than once. The suspect was last seen fleeing on foot toward W. Sacramento Avenue.
At this early stage in the investigation, Officers are still processing the crime scene and canvassing the area for evidence and witnesses. Detectives have been called in to take over the investigation. The motive for the shooting is unknown. Anyone with information about the incident is encouraged to contact the Chico Police Department at 895-4911.
Police do not anticipate releasing additional information until sometime on Wednesday.
Date/time: 11/01/2011 1929 hrs
Case no: 11-8147
Victim: 20 year old male Chico resident
Suspect: Unknown male suspect. Race and description unknown. Wearing a grey hooded sweatshirt.
Incident summary:
On 11/01/2011 at 1929 hrs, Chico Police Officers responded to a report of shots fired at an apartment complex at 1133 W. Sacramento Avenue in west Chico. On arrival, Officers found the 20 year old male victim who had been shot in the upper body. He was transported to a local hospital where he remains in critical condition.
Initial investigation indicates that the victim was standing outside an apartment smoking a cigarette when he was approached by an unidentified male who fired multiple rounds from a handgun, striking the victim more than once. The suspect was last seen fleeing on foot toward W. Sacramento Avenue.
At this early stage in the investigation, Officers are still processing the crime scene and canvassing the area for evidence and witnesses. Detectives have been called in to take over the investigation. The motive for the shooting is unknown. Anyone with information about the incident is encouraged to contact the Chico Police Department at 895-4911.
Police do not anticipate releasing additional information until sometime on Wednesday.
November 2nd is Law Enforcement Records and Support Personnel Day
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Each year, the first Wednesday of November is dedicated statewide to the men and women who serve as law enforcement records and support personnel. In 1999, Governor Gray Davis introduced this day as a way to acknowledge records and support personnel who work to assist law enforcement personnel in their efforts to pursue, capture and process those who break the law.
Records and support personnel are skilled professionals whose training and expertise contributes significantly to the success of the mission of the Chico Police Department and the State of California law enforcement system.
The Chico Police Department is proud of the work of our records and support personnel and is pleased to join with Law Enforcement statewide in recognizing them on November 2nd, 2011.
Halloween 2011 Recap
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Halloween 2011 Recap
The Chico Police Department is pleased to see the end of the Halloween 2011 weekend. The operational period, which began Friday at 1800 hrs and concluded Tuesday at 0600 hrs, meant that Department resources were stretched to their limits. With Halloween itself on a Monday, it was anticipated that the bulk of the activity that typically concerns police would take place on Friday and Saturday nights. This was in fact the case. Police saw several thousand young people throughout the south campus neighborhoods with the highest concentration near 5th and Ivy Street. While the rest of the city was largely unaware of the activity, Police were kept busy until 3 and 4 a.m. both nights.
Based on our experiences in past years, Chico PD took a proactive and highly visible enforcement posture during the entire weekend. Officers made early contacts with parties in an effort to educate the hosts and to avoid large open parties which have been a source of violence in the past. As the crowd size grew, Police focused on keeping the crowds moving which prevented large groups from spilling into the roadway. At one point on Saturday night, Police had to redirect pedestrian traffic away from the 5th and Ivy intersection to maintain access for emergency vehicles. Mounted Officers from Chico PD, Stanislaus County Sherriff’s Department and C.H.P. were key to moving the crowds and deserve much of the credit for preventing violence.
49 arrests were made on Friday night and 44 arrests were made on Saturday night. The largest crowds were seen on Saturday nights. The majority of the arrests made were alcohol related. There were also 22 emergency responses for alcohol overdoses.
Chico Police were assisted by Officers from CSUC Police, CSU Critical Response Unit, Butte County Sheriffs, Alcohol Beverage Control, Department of Justice, Glenn County Sheriff’s, Oroville PD, Paradise PD, Gridley PD, Redding PD, Butte County Juvenile Hall, Tehama County Sheriff’s Office, Colusa County Sheriff’s Office, Enloe Hospital, and numerous volunteers from Chico VIPS, Butte County STARS, Chico PD Explorers and Paradise PD VIPS.
The statistics on the following page reflect the arrests processed at Chico PD. There were minimal arrests on Sunday and none related to Halloween activity on the West side. On Halloween itself, there was very little activity and the additional Officers on duty were released at 2200 hrs.
The Chico Police Department is pleased to see the end of the Halloween 2011 weekend. The operational period, which began Friday at 1800 hrs and concluded Tuesday at 0600 hrs, meant that Department resources were stretched to their limits. With Halloween itself on a Monday, it was anticipated that the bulk of the activity that typically concerns police would take place on Friday and Saturday nights. This was in fact the case. Police saw several thousand young people throughout the south campus neighborhoods with the highest concentration near 5th and Ivy Street. While the rest of the city was largely unaware of the activity, Police were kept busy until 3 and 4 a.m. both nights.
Based on our experiences in past years, Chico PD took a proactive and highly visible enforcement posture during the entire weekend. Officers made early contacts with parties in an effort to educate the hosts and to avoid large open parties which have been a source of violence in the past. As the crowd size grew, Police focused on keeping the crowds moving which prevented large groups from spilling into the roadway. At one point on Saturday night, Police had to redirect pedestrian traffic away from the 5th and Ivy intersection to maintain access for emergency vehicles. Mounted Officers from Chico PD, Stanislaus County Sherriff’s Department and C.H.P. were key to moving the crowds and deserve much of the credit for preventing violence.
49 arrests were made on Friday night and 44 arrests were made on Saturday night. The largest crowds were seen on Saturday nights. The majority of the arrests made were alcohol related. There were also 22 emergency responses for alcohol overdoses.
Chico Police were assisted by Officers from CSUC Police, CSU Critical Response Unit, Butte County Sheriffs, Alcohol Beverage Control, Department of Justice, Glenn County Sheriff’s, Oroville PD, Paradise PD, Gridley PD, Redding PD, Butte County Juvenile Hall, Tehama County Sheriff’s Office, Colusa County Sheriff’s Office, Enloe Hospital, and numerous volunteers from Chico VIPS, Butte County STARS, Chico PD Explorers and Paradise PD VIPS.
The statistics on the following page reflect the arrests processed at Chico PD. There were minimal arrests on Sunday and none related to Halloween activity on the West side. On Halloween itself, there was very little activity and the additional Officers on duty were released at 2200 hrs.