Copperopolis., CA…On 4-16-18 the Calaveras County Sheriff’s Office responded to a report of a commercial burglary at the True Value store on Spangler Lane in Copperopolis. In reviewing video surveillance, deputies saw that at approx. 0315 hours, a black Jeep Cherokee with no license plates smashed into the glass door of the business. Two occupants […]
Washington, DC…Supreme Court Affirms Ninth Circuit’s Decision Violent Felony Language in Immigration Law is Unconstitutionally Vague. The case is Sessions v. Dimaya (15-1498) “The Ninth Circuit’s judgment—that 18 U. S. C. §16(b), which defines violent felony for purposes of the Immigration and Nationality Act’s removal provisions, is unconstitutionally vague—is affirmed.” It was a 5-4 decision […]
San Andreas, CA…The latest activity logs for the Calaveras County Sheriff’s Deputies are below Daily_Log_04-15-2018 Daily_Log_04-14-2018 Daily_Log_04-13-2018 Daily_Log_04-12-2018 Daily_Log_04-11-2018 Daily_Log_04-10-2018 Daily_Log_04-09-2018 Daily_Log_04-08-2018 Daily_Log_04-07-2018 Daily_Log_04-06-2018 Daily_Log_04-05-2018 Daily_Log_04-04-2018 Daily_Log_04-03-2018 Daily_Log_04-02-2018 Daily_Log_04-01-2018
Sonora, CA…The latest Tuolumne County Sheriff’s Deputies Activity Logs are enclosed… Sheriff’s Daily Report 04-11-2018 Sheriff’s Daily Report 04-10-2018 Sheriff’s Daily Report 04-09-2018 Sheriff’s Daily Report 04-08-2018 Sheriff’s Daily Report 04-07-2018 Sheriff’s Daily Report 04-06-2018 4-5-18 Log 4-4-18 Log 4-3-18 Log 4-2-18 Log 04-01-2018 Log
Washington, DC…Senator Cory Gardner (R-CO) today released the below statement regarding the current status of the Administration’s policy toward legal marijuana. In response to the Department of Justice’s January 4th announcement that Attorney General Jeff Sessions had rescinded the Cole Memorandum, Senator Gardner placed a hold on all DOJ nominees until he received a commitment […]
Washington, DC…The Introduction and Summary of the Inspector General’s report on the McCabe Firing is below and the complete report in PDF format can be read by clicking on the cover photo below. “Introduction and Summary of Findings This misconduct report addresses the accuracy of statements made by then-Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Deputy Director […]
San Andreas, CA…The Calaveras County Sheriff’s Office was notified by the Mark Twain School District that another threatening email had been received last night by district staff. Although the Sheriff’s Office, treats and investigates every threat seriously and independently; the FBI has already sent notification to local law enforcement that this latest email is likely […]
Sacramento, CA…California Attorney General Xavier Becerra today announced that defendant Carl Ferrer, Chief Executive Officer of online sex advertising website Backpage.com, has pled guilty to one charge of conspiracy and three counts of money laundering. The defendant entered the guilty plea in Sacramento County Superior Court, resolving charges against him in the criminal case People […]
Pine Grove, CA…On Thursday April 12, 2018 at approximately 0305 hours the Amador County Sheriff’s Office received a 911 call from a female subject reporting that her son had killed himself at her residence on Hilltop Street in Pine Grove. Sheriff’s Deputies responded and were on scene within two minutes. Upon arrival, deputies contacted the […]
Pine Grove, CA…From the Ledger-Dispatch….On Thursday April 12, 2018 at approximately 3:05 a.m., the Amador County Sheriff’s Office received a 911 call reporting a possible suicide at a residence on Hilltop Street in Pine Grove. Sheriff’s Deputies arrived to find three decedents within the residence, a 26 year old male, a 27 year old female […]
Sonora, CA…From the Tuolumne Sheriff’s Dept…”An ongoing investigation regarding a string of burglaries that occurred last year in Strawberry and Twain Harte, finally comes to an end. In September 2017, the High Risk Supervision Team attempted to locate 26-year-old Michael Valentine of Sonora to serve a probation search. Valentine was not located at that time […]
Jackson, CA…(This is an interview from 2014 and we though some of our readers might like to watch it in honor of her passing. She will be missed) We had the pleasure to spend a few minutes talking with Amador County CHP’s new Lt. Commander Georgia Hiehle. Many of our readers may know Lt. Hiehle […]
Mokelumne Hill, CA..On Sunday 4/8/18 at approx. 1737 hours the Calaveras County Sheriff’s Office Communications Center received a 911 call of a motorcycle down near Highway 26 west of Mokelumne Hill. CHP units responded and fire/medics also arrived on scene. CHP contacted the Sherriff’s Office and advised that the injured male motorcycle rider appeared to […]
Jackson, CA…From the Amador Area CHP Office and Lieutenant Hiehle was a longtime resident of Calaveras County…”The Amador Area is saddened to report the passing of retired, Lieutenant Commander Georgia Hiehle, ID 10578. Lieutenant Hiehle was a valued and distinguished member of the California Highway Patrol (CHP) for 33 years. Lieutenant Hiehle entered the CHP […]
Angels Camp, CA…On 4-7-18 at approx. 1505 hours, CCSO deputies responded to a possible burglary in progress at a residence in the 2500 block of Appaloosa Road near Angels Camp. Upon arrival deputies found the property owner blocking the drive-way with their vehicle. The property owner stated that the front door of the residence had […]
Sonora, CA…From the Tuolumne County Sheriff’s Office…A Sonora couple received quite a scare early Saturday morning as they were awakened by a man trying to get into their home. Sheriff’s Deputies responded to the home on Feather River Drive in Sonora just before 4 AM for a report of a prowler banging on a door […]
Sonora, CA…This afternoon our office became aware of a email sent to all school districts in Tuolumne County. Through the investigation we have learned multiple schools throughout the state have received the email from a hacking group somewhere in the UK, referencing threats to schools. This email has gone viral and is believed to be […]
Mokelumne Hill, CA…Gary L. Stevens for Sheriff Meet and Greet scheduled for April 9th, 5:30pm-7:00pm. Located at the Town Hall in Mokelumne Hill. Gary cares about our community, our schools, and our Sheriff’s Office. Gary Stevens has lived in Calaveras County for more than 28 years. His family lives here. He has raised his children […]
Fairfield, CA…On April 6th and 7th, 2018, Travis AFB and the 60th Security Forces Squadron hosted the 5th annual DEFENDERS Military and Police Working Dog Competition. Angels Camp PD K-9 Kato, and his handler Chief Todd Fordahl brought home several awards from the event. On Friday they won 2nd place in the building search and […]
Sonora, CA…From the Tuolumne Sheriff’s Dept….We are absolutely honored to work with such a fantastic group. These ladies and gentlemen have all been promoted due to their commitment, dedication, and leadership within our agency and the community. They will continue to strive for the success and the goals that we have come to expect within […]
San Andreas, CA…Deputy Sheriff’s Association Annual Dinner Dance Event occurs on 04/07/2018 from 05:30 PM to .
Sonora, CA…K9 Fundraiser Dinner and Live Auction at Black Oak Casino. Come join us for good food, great company and a raucous good time at our Live Auction! For details or tickets, call 209-533-5855 or your favorite K9 Deputy and dog! Event occurs on 04/07/2018 from 05:00 PM to .
Mokelumne Hill, CA…Gary L. Stevens for Sheriff Meet and Greet scheduled for April 9th, 5:30pm-7:00pm. Located at the Town Hall in Mokelumne Hill. Gary cares about our community, our schools, and our Sheriff’s Office. Gary Stevens has lived in Calaveras County for more than 28 years. His family lives here. He has raised his children […]
San Andreas, CA…On 4-4-18, the Department of Justice released information regarding a sweeping two-day operation that targeted transnational organized crime indoor marijuana grow houses in Sacramento area neighborhoods. As outlined in the press release below, over 100 houses were seized and approximately 74 properties searched in the multi-agency operation against foreign-funded residential marijuana grows. From […]
Sonora, CA…From the Sonora Police Dept….On Saturday night, at around 11:00 p.m., Officer Durham was dispatched to a vehicle theft at Lowes. Upon arrival, he contacted the victim, who informed him Leif Husman took her car from the Lowes parking lot without her permission. The victim stated that she was with her boyfriend and his […]
Angels Camp, CA…On 03/28/18, at approximately 9 PM, the Angels Camp Police Department K-9 Unit assisted the Calaveras County Sheriff’s Office on a traffic stop. Deputies from CCSO stopped a vehicle for a traffic infraction near the intersection of S. Main Street and Monte Verda Street. The adult male passenger in the vehicle, who was […]
Sonora, CA…From the Tuolumne County Sheriff’s Dept…Wishing you and your families a blessed Easter Sunday and from March 30th. We were so hoppin’ excited that the Easter Bunny invited us to visit Kiddie Kollege with him today! We had such a fun time handing out treats to such a friendly and excited group! Thank you […]
San Andreas, CA…We have had several requests for the link to the Battle For The Badge debate video. It is below and we are also gong to put a permanent link on the right side of our main page. Our county should feel gratitude that there are 3 qualified men that care enough about their […]
Sacramento, CA…From CBS This Morning…The family of Stephon Clark released the results of a private autopsy Friday nearly two weeks after his death. They say it shows the unarmed 22-year-old was shot eight times, seven of the bullets hitting him from behind. John Blackstone reports.
