CHP Grass Valley

No matter where you watch the big game, make sure you have a plan. Chalk up a win with a Designated Driver, the real MVP of Super Bowl Sunday!

Highway 20 will remain closed today with an estimated time of opening of 5:00pm. The recent storm wrecked havoc with phone lines, power lines and trees. Please seek alternate routes of travel. Caltrans District 3

**TRAFFIC ALERT** SR-20 is closed from Nevada City to Interstate 80 due to extreme weather conditions. Multiple vehicle spinouts and collisions have resulted in closure until further notice.

On New Year's Eve, 12/31/2020, at 11:11 pm, the Grass Valley CHP responded to, and investigated a multi vehicle collision. A 35 foot motorhome, driven by Raymond Poquette, an 80 year old male from Grass Valley, was traveling southbound on SR-49 north of Cerrito Road. Poquette crossed into the northbound lane and struck head-on a 2011 Nissan Altima driven by a 56 year old female from Grass Valley. The motorhome also collided into a 2010 Dodge Charger that was traveling behi...nd the Nissan. The driver of the Nissan sustained fatal injuries as a result of the collision and the driver of the and Dodge sustained minor injuries. Throughout the night and most of today, New Year's Day, Grass Valley CHP officers worked with CHP Valley Division Investigative Services Unit, the Nevada County District Attorney's Office, CHP Computer Crimes Unit, and the Nevada County Sheriff's Office to begin conducting this investigation. As a result of the collaborative efforts, probable cause was established during the investigation to effect the arrest of Raymond Poquette. With the assistance of the Grass Valley Police Department, Poquette was located and arrested within the City Limits of Grass Valley for California Penal Code section 187(a) - Murder. Poquette was booked into the Nevada County Jail this afternoon. This investigation is still ongoing by the California Highway Patrol - Grass Valley Area.

Let’s all enjoy the scenery and slow down a bit. Bad weather + steel machine + unsafe speed = a very bad day Stay Safe Everyone!!

On 12-21-2020, at approximately 3:10 pm, the California Highway Patrol, Grass Valley Area Office, received a call of a vehicle parked within the Rough and Ready Highway Park and Ride which was smoking, and the driver was behaving erratically. Officers responded to the scene and located a parked Chevrolet Camaro, with a solo occupant. The occupant was behaving erratically and appeared to be in distress. He refused to roll down the windows or unlock the doors. Officers obser...ved two garden hoses sealed onto the Camaro's exhaust pipes, which were fed through the rear hatch, and into the passenger compartment of the vehicle. Officers quickly formed the opinion that the occupant was attempting to intentionally harm himself. Realizing the urgency of the situation, Officers broke the passenger side window, removed the subject from the vehicle, and moved him into fresh air. Paramedics arrived on scene and began providing medical assistance. The occupant was transported to the Mental Health Crisis Intervention Unit, located at Sierra Nevada Memorial Hospital, and is expected to survive. If you or someone you know is in need of help, please call the Nevada County Crisis Line at 530-265-5811 or the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255. Call 911 if a suicide attempt is underway or medically necessary. Click this link to learn more information and the resources available in our County. https://mynevadacounty.com/2918/Suicide-Prevention

**BREAKING NEWS** Rousseau has turned herself in to authorities. She was taken before a judge today and was remanded into custody. Thank you everyone for sharing this story and reaching out to her. Update to Major Injury Collision on Lower Colfax Rd at Laws Ranch Rd.

With heavy hearts we announce the End of Watch for Antelope Valley CHP Officer Andy Ornelas, ID 21685. On November 23, 2020, at approximately 7:05 pm, Officer ...Ornelas was riding his departmental motorcycle when a motorist pulled from the right shoulder to make a U-turn directly in his path. Officer Ornelas’ motorcycle struck the other vehicle, causing him to be thrown from his motorcycle. Officer Ornelas was transported to Antelope Valley Hospital in Lancaster. Despite significant life-saving efforts by medical personnel, on Wednesday, December 2, 2020, Officer Ornelas succumbed to his injuries. Officer Ornelas is survived by his wife, mother, father, brother, and sister. Officer Ornelas was a member of the Department for four years.

Dorsey overcrossing. Friday the 13th hit hard this morning. Stay Safe Everyone!!

**TRAFFIC ALERT** A broken water main has resulted in a shut down of the northbound SR-49/eastbound SR-20 off ramp to Dorsey Drive. Please plan your drive accordingly. There is no estimated time of re-opening at this point. Updates will follow. Stay Safe Everyone!!

CHP Officer Loehr has a few winter weather tips for you!

This #Halloween have a safe and spooky time. We all know it falls on a Saturday this year so if you plan to indulge, make the smart choice and designate a sober driver. There will be a lot of kids out and about so think before you drink!... Thanks CHP Careers and Jose for your OUTSTANDING work on this video! California Highway Patrol #CHP #ValleyDivision #CHPValleyDivision #BeSafe #DesignateAdriver #DontHesitatetoDesignate #CALIDDP

The CHP is launching a new education and enforcement campaign to reduce the number of crashes caused by impaired drivers in California. In 2018, there were 566... deaths and 11,298 injuries associated with DUI crashes within the CHP’s jurisdiction. Each one of these injuries and deaths represents a preventable tragedy and a continued need to focus efforts on reducing impaired driving. The Safer Highways Statewide grant provides the CHP with funding to conduct additional DUI saturation patrols, DUI checkpoints, and traffic safety education efforts throughout the state. The CHP will also participate in the NHTSA Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over campaign. For more info about the new grant please visit: http://chp.click/shs

Grass Valley CHP Contact us at 530-477-4900 to express your interest in this program. PIO Officer Steele will schedule a class for you.

Thank you Cascades of Grass Valley!! The coffee and donuts were a great kickstart to a beautiful day!!

Today, after over 38 years with the California Highway Patrol, Commissioner Warren Stanley has announced his retirement effective November 17, 2020. He has expr...essed his gratitude to Governor Newsom, and his staff, for the years of partnership and support. He would also like to thank the public for the opportunity to serve you all. Finally, he would like to congratulate Deputy Commissioner Amanda Ray on her appointment to Commissioner on November 17, 2020. Deputy Commissioner Ray has been a pioneer for women in law enforcement as the first female in the CHP’s 91-year history to hold the position of Commissioner for the nation’s largest state police agency. Throughout her career, she has actively engaged with the communities she serves, seeking every opportunity to participate in outreach events, and active involvement in departmental programs to provide the highest level of Safety, Service, and Security to the people of California.

A wrong way driver on SR-49 between McKnight was located earlier this afternoon. Fortunately, there was no collision and no damage to property occurred. The driver was not under the influence but was advanced aged and referred to DMV for priority review. Family members responded for care of the driver. Stay Safe Everyone!!

Traffic Alert for SR-49 near Alta Sierra for the next couple weeks. Stay Safe Everyone!!

**Traffic Alert** SR-49/20 at Dorsey Drive, there is an overturned vehicle. Emergency equipment is responding. Please expect delays and avoid the area if possible. Caltrans District 3

Firefighters Rescued by CHP Helicopter This afternoon, CHP Helicopter H20 was requested by CAL Fire Oroville to the North Complex West Fire. H20 assisted with ...the rescue of four injured firefighters. Injuries to the firefighters were extremity and heat related injures. H20 crew picked up Firefighter Benton, Nevada County Fire Helicopter Rescue Technician, who was inserted via hoist to facilitate the extraction of the firefighters on a steep and rugged mountain side, north of the South Fork of the Feather River. All four firefighters were hoisted from the mountain side and transported to an awaiting Butte County ambulance for transport to Oroville Hospital. All are expected to make a full recovery. Pilot- Jensen Paramedic- Calcutt CHP Valley Division Nevada County Consolidated FD CAL FIRE/Butte County Butte County Sheriff

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Hello October and Breast Cancer Awareness Month! This month you will see Nevada County Law Enforcement sporting some bright pink patches to help raise awarenes...s for breast cancer. Check out Pink Patch Project for other participating agencies. Back in July we held a contest for the community to help design our 2020 Pink Patch Project Challenge Coin. Every design submitted was so wonderful it made choosing just one very difficult. Thank you to all who submitted a design. Nevada County Sheriff's Office, Truckee Police, Nevada City Police Department, Sierra Nevada Memorial Hospital Foundation and Grass Valley Police Department are excited to announce our winner! The 2020 design comes from a local photography and design company. Designed by Kial James of Kial James Photography + Design. These beautiful coins and patches are now on sale at all your local Nevada County Law Enforcement Departments. Come pick yours up today. All proceeds are given to The Sierra Nevada Memorial Hospital Foundation for breast cancer services. 1 patch - $10 4 pack (NCSO, NCPD, TPD, GVPD) - $35 1 coin - $20 Mega pack (4 pack & 1 coin) - $50 There is a limited quantity of 2020 coins. Once they are sold out, the design retires with the coin. Start your collection today and hurry before they sell out!

Thank you Officer Bowen!! I’m sure he wasn’t the only one who noticed this car yesterday.

Here's a flashback post, but one not to ignore. Here is an example of an unsecured load in violation of Nevada County Ordinance G-IV 8.5 which states: 1. It shall be an infraction for any vehicle loaded with garbage, cans, bottles, waste papers, ashes, refuse, trash, or rubbish, or any other noisesome, nauseous or offensive matter being transported to a dump site for disposal to arrive at and/or enter a disposal site unless the load is covered or tied down in a manner which... will prevent the load or any part of the load from spilling or falling from the vehicle. Loads which by sheer weight and placement cannot fall out shall be exempt from the covering and tying requirement. Loads of brush may be tied down in lieu of complete covering. Upon conviction thereof there shall be a mandatory fine imposed as follows: a. For a first violation, a fine of one hundred, ($100) dollars. b. For a second violation of the same Code Section within a twelve (12) month period, a fine of two hundred, ($200) dollars. c. For a third or subsequent violation of the same Code Section within a twelve (12) month period, a fine of five hundred, ($500) dollars. Don't make a trip to the dump cost you a point and a fine!! County of Nevada Board of Supervisors Nevada County Sheriff's Office WasteManagement Stay Safe Everyone!!