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crime11 hours ago

Teen Arrested in Roseville Stabbing of Homeless Woman Cherie Dodge

A 15-year-old boy has been arrested on suspicion of murder following the fatal stabbing of 57-year-old Cherie Dodge in Roseville. Police responded to a call near Atlantic and South Grant streets around 1 a.m. on October 14, finding Dodge dead at the scene. The suspect was taken into custody on October 16 after a regional SWAT team served a search warrant at a residence in the 100 block of Buckley Court. Authorities state there was no known relationship between the victim and the suspect, and the teen has been booked into Placer County Juvenile Hall.

via KCRA|

#crime #homelessness #homicide

human-interest6 days ago•28 min saved

Placer County Veterans Office Facilitates First Visual Reunion for Brothers Separated by 3,000 Miles

Two veteran brothers separated by nearly 3,000 miles for four decades reconnected via video call after Placer County’s Veterans Service Office arranged the meeting. The office is now partnering with a nonprofit to provide tablets and internet access to facilitate more frequent visual contact, aiming to improve the veterans' mental health.

via New York Post|

#california #family-reunion #human-interest

crime24 days ago•0 min saved

Iowa Hill Manhunt Ends in Deadly Shootout; Victim Identified as Former DA Clerk

Placer County deputies killed 44-year-old Derek Spencer after a two-hour gunfight in the Iowa Hill area, ending a manhunt that began after he fatally shot 76-year-old Cheryl Macy. Macy, a former administrative clerk for the Placer County District Attorney’s Office, was found dead in her home on September 20. Spencer had been released from custody three times in September despite facing charges for assault, burglary, and vehicle theft. Officials from both Placer and Sacramento counties cited recent California Supreme Court rulings on pretrial release as a factor in his repeated releases, sparking debate over the safety of current bail laws.

via KCRA|

#bail-reform #cheryl-macy #crime

crime25 days ago•1 min saved

Placer County suspect dies in Iowa Hill standoff after fatal shooting

Derek Spencer, 44, died after a two-hour shootout with Placer County deputies in the Iowa Hill area on Monday morning. Spencer was accused of killing 76-year-old Cheryl Macy and had evaded capture for nearly 20 hours. The standoff was complicated by active wildfires, requiring a Nevada helicopter to retrieve Spencer's body from the scene.

via KCRA|

#cheryl-macy #crime #derek-spencer

crime25 days ago•0 min saved

Derek Spencer killed in Iowa Hill standoff after fatal woman’s murder

Derek Spencer, 44, was killed by Placer County deputies in a Monday morning shootout after an all-night manhunt in the remote Iowa Hill area. Spencer, who had been released from jail three days prior, was suspected of murdering a woman inside a home and firing on law enforcement. A nearby wildfire, likely started by Spencer, complicated the search and prompted evacuation warnings.

via kcra.com|

#california #crime #derek-spencer

crime26 days ago•0 min saved

Placer County Deputies Hunt Armed Suspect in Rugged Iowa Hill Terrain

Placer County deputies are conducting a large-scale search for 44-year-old Derek Spencer, an armed and dangerous suspect last seen in the Iowa Hill area. Spencer fled after ramming a patrol vehicle and later fired shots at law enforcement and a sheriff's helicopter. Residents are urged to stay indoors as the search continues through dense, rugged terrain.

via KCRA|

#active-shooter #crime #derek-spencer

local7 months ago•1 min saved

Overnight Northstar search ends in tragedy for 21-year-old skier

A 21-year-old skier who failed to return from a day on the slopes was found dead Thursday morning at Northstar California after an overnight search conducted by the Placer County Sheriff's Office and Tahoe Nordic Search and Rescue. His vehicle was found in the Northstar parking lot, and the recovery involved about 15 skiers, a snowcat, two snowmobiles, and Northstar Ski Patrol, with the body recovered around 9 a.m. Investigators are examining the circumstances surrounding the death.

via mynews4.com|

#local #missing-person #northstar-california

crime2 years ago•4 min saved

"Roseville Parents Charged with Murder and Abuse of Adopted 9-Year-Old Son"

Kimberly and Cory Blakely, both 37, from Roseville, have been charged with the murder of their 9-year-old son, as well as child endangerment and cruelty. The boy was found unresponsive at their home and later died at the hospital. The couple also faces charges related to the abuse and endangerment of their other children. Both parents are being held without bail, and the siblings of the deceased boy are now in protective custody.

via KCRA Sacramento|

#child-abuse #crime #murder

crime2 years ago•2 min saved

"Officer-Involved Shooting Incident Stabilizes at Palisades Tahoe Ski Resort"

A shooting involving officers occurred in the parking lot of the Olympic Village Inn in Olympic Valley, Placer County, following a "critical incident." The circumstances leading to the shooting are still unknown, and the sheriff's office has described the scene as stable with a heavy law enforcement presence. The resort remains open for operations, and California State Parks was the primary agency for the incident. This is a developing story.

via KCRA Sacramento|

#crime #critical-incident #officers

health3 years ago•1 min saved

"Placer County Reports First West Nile Virus Death in Northern California Since 2018"

A Lincoln man over the age of 65 has become the first West Nile virus death in Placer County since 2018. While the risk from West Nile is generally low, individuals aged 50 and older are more susceptible to complications. California has reported 286 confirmed human cases and 10 deaths related to the virus this year. Placer County has at least six confirmed cases, with record numbers of mosquitoes and dead bird samples testing positive for the virus. Health officials advise using insect repellent, wearing long clothing during peak mosquito activity, and eliminating standing water to prevent mosquito bites.

via KCRA Sacramento|

#death #health #mosquito-bites

health3 years ago•6 min saved

"Placer County's Recent West Nile Virus Cases: Unseen Disease Resurfaces After 5 Years"

Placer County in California has reported its second human case of West Nile Virus, both of which are in the Roseville area. Additionally, the county has detected the St. Louis Encephalitis virus in a mosquito sample, marking the first time since 2017 that the disease has been found in Placer County. The Placer Mosquito and Vector Control District is focusing resources on monitoring and testing the mosquito population in the affected areas. So far, 172 mosquitoes and 41 dead birds in the county have tested positive for West Nile virus. The district advises residents to use EPA-approved repellents, wear protective clothing, and avoid mosquito-prone areas.

via KCRA Sacramento|

#health #mosquitoes #placer-county

crime3 years ago•5 min saved

Placer County Judge Denies Immediate Release of Sexually Violent Predator

A Placer County judge has denied the immediate release of William Stephenson, a sexually violent predator, following a public hearing. Stephenson, who has a history of sexual battery dating back to the 1980s, was sentenced to 31 years in state prison for his crimes. Despite being eligible for release for a year and a half, all possible locations for his housing have fallen through. The judge stressed the need for confirmation on housing and supervision after release. A review meeting has been scheduled for September 20th.

via KCRA Sacramento|

#community-opposition #crime #liberty-healthcare

accidents3 years ago•1 min saved

"Massive Chocolate Disaster: Big Rig Crashes and Spills 40,000 Pounds on NorCal Freeway"

A big rig carrying 20 tons of chocolate caught fire on westbound Interstate 80 in Placer County, causing a traffic jam as officials cleaned up the scene. Firefighters were able to contain the flames, and no injuries were reported. Chocolate is highly flammable due to its high fat content.

via Los Angeles Times|

#accidents #big-rig #cal-fire

accidentstransportation3 years ago•2 min saved

"Massive Chocolate Blaze Engulfs Semi-Truck on I-80 in Placer County"

A semi-truck carrying 40,000 pounds of chocolate caught fire on westbound Interstate 80 in Placer County, California. The incident occurred when the truck became separated from the trailer. No injuries were reported, and the fire was contained to the trailer. Cleanup efforts are underway to remove the burned-out trailer and clear the area.

via KCRA Sacramento|

#accidentstransportation #chocolate #cleanup

crime3 years ago•3 min saved

"Multiple Placer County Deputies Arrested for Sexual Misconduct and Prostitution"

A Placer County Sheriff's Office deputy, Wes Montz, has been arrested for charges of forcible rape and sodomy of an intoxicated person, marking the second arrest of a county deputy in a week. The allegations against Montz were discovered on March 14, and an investigation revealed two alleged victims who were in a dating relationship with Montz. Another deputy, Jon Persinger, was arrested earlier in the week for soliciting prostitution and engaging in unlawful access to law enforcement telecommunications data. The Placer County District Attorney is conducting a joint investigation into the allegations against Persinger, who is also facing a lawsuit from a woman who alleges he sexually assaulted her multiple times in her home.

via KCRA Sacramento|

#crime #deputy #placer-county