Madera County Sheriff's Office

#MCSO Mountain night shift was kept busy overnight with numerous fires and wind related calls. Corporal Tashiro is seen here assisting CALFIRE fight the blaze of the Manzanita Fire at the old North Fork Mill. There are currently many hazards throughout our mountain area due to the ongoing wind event. There are trees and debris across many roadways. If you must travel, use extreme caution while driving along roadways, or when you’re near dead or dying trees and powerlines. Pl...ease stay away from any powerlines you encounter and report to PG&E or the Sheriff’s Office at (559) 675-7770. #maderasheriff #manzanitafire

Today, we join the nation in honoring the life and tireless work of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. In these challenging and unprecedented times, let us be inspired by his legacy and stand together in peace, unity, and hope for the future.

Parolee Arrested Following Hours Long Stand-off On 01/16/21 around 3:30pm, the Madera County Sheriff’s Communications Center received a call reporting a possible in-progress commercial burglary in the 30000 block of Avenue 12. MCSO Deputies as well as California Highway Patrol Officers responded to the scene and observed a subject holding a knife climb onto the roof. The subject refused to come down from the roof and cooperate with the deputies. The Madera County Sheriff’s C...risis Negotiation Team established communication with the subject and worked over the next several hours to talk him down. Madera City Fire provided ladder truck 58 to assist with negotiations and the surrender. The subject, identified as John Holliday, has an active warrant out of Kern County, and is on parole out of Fresno County for Assault with a Deadly Weapon on a Peace Officer. After over three hours of communication, Holliday came down from the roof, and subsequently charged deputies with his knife. Team members were able to maintain a safe distance and administer less lethal deployments, including Taser, to take Holliday safely into custody. After being evaluated by EMS, he was transported to an area hospital for medical clearance prior to booking at the Madera County Department of Corrections. Holliday, a 36 year old Fresno resident, will be booked on charges of felony assault with a deadly weapon on a peace officer, misdemeanor charges of vandalism and trespassing, as well as violation of parole and his out of county warrant. Sheriff Tyson Pogue states, We are grateful for the positive resolution of this critical incident. I am proud of our deputies for their level headed decision making. This incident could have had a very different outcome, and this is a fine example of the caliber of individuals we have on our team. This investigation remains ongoing. If anyone has information relating to this incident, please contact our office at (559) 675-7770.

That feeling when it’s finally Friday #yeehaw #wemadeit #friyay #maderasheriff #deputydash #maderasherelf #finallyfriday #readyfortheweekend

PSPS Public Safety Power Shut Off - PG&E UPDATE 1/18 1200: PG&E is moving back the opening time of the Community Resource Centers in Oakhurst and North Fork to Tuesday (1/19) at 8am. You can check for the latest updates at:... https://pgealerts.alerts.pge.com/updates/ For tips to help prepare for the outage, including medical device dependency needs, and to sign up for alerts from PG&E, please visit: https://prepareforpowerdown.com. Updated information will be provided as it is received from PG&E. UPDATE 1/18 0800: PG&E has changed de-energization time for Sugar Pine, Cascadel Woods, and Central Camp to Tuesday morning between 12am-4am (with Redinger Lake Area). Operating hours for the Community Resource Centers in Oakhurst and North Fork have changed- both will be opening at 5:00pm today (rather than 3:00pm). UPDATE 1/17 1200: PG&E has separated the start of the upcoming PSPS event. Sugar Pine, Central Camp and Casasdel Woods will be de-energized between 4pm-8pm on Monday 1/18. The area around Redinger Lake will be shut off between 12am-4am on Tuesday 1/19. PG&E will continue to attempt to make direct contact with affected customers. You can check for the latest updates at: https://pgealerts.alerts.pge.com/updates/ Community Resource Centers in Oakhurst and North Fork will be outdoor sites. Sign-in will be required. All COVID exposure precautions will be in place including mask requirements and metering to ensure social distancing. 1/16: PG&E has notified the Madera County Office of Emergency Services of a Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) event that is expected to affect the areas of 41 North (Sugar Pine), Central Camp, Cascadel Woods, and Redinger Lake. Wawona and Fish Camp in Mariposa County will be impacted as well. Power is expected to be de-energized Monday 1/18/21 around 4:00pm. Restoration is estimated to occur by Thursday 1/21. Community Resource Center sites will be available at Yosemite High and North Fork Schools. Both sites will be outdoor, and open to the public Monday 3:00- 9:30pm, and 8:00am-9:30pm Tuesday & Wednesday. PG&E will have more precise information on areas likely to be impacted within the next 24 hours. You can check for the latest updates at: https://pgealerts.alerts.pge.com/updates/ PG&E will also be reaching out to customers who will be impacted with phone calls and text messages. The Madera County Sheriff's Office is recommending residents in the affected areas start preparing NOW for this event. For tips to help prepare for the outage and to sign up for alerts from PG&E, please visit: https://prepareforpowerdown.com Updated information will be provided as it is received from PG&E.

In observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, #MCSO lobbies (Valley & Mountain), records & business offices will be closed Monday 1/18/21. As always, our Deputies and Communications Center will remain available 24/7. If you need assistance, please call (559) 675-7770 (911 for emergencies). We wish everyone a happy and safe three day weekend

Traffic Advisory MCSO would like to remind drivers the intersection of Revis Way and Yosemite Springs Parkway is a THREE WAY STOP. We have observed numerous stopping violations in this area, and are actively enforcing compliance. ... Anytime you are operating a motor vehicle, please drive with consideration and common sense. We want everyone to reach their destinations safely, and make it home to enjoy the holidays with their families. #maderasheriff #safetyfirst

We would like to thank these outstanding employees of the Sheriff’s Office for their many years of service and dedication to serving the citizens of Madera County: Jeff Barker (20 years) Paul Escovedo (25 years) Rudy Lopez (20 years)... Mike Motz (25 years) Michael Pace (30 years) Congratulations on reaching this milestone!

#CreekFire incident update for 11/9/20.

Good morning & happy Monday Madera County! We hope everyone has a wonderful & safe week #maderasheriff #mondaymotivation #totherescue #protectandserve #riseandshine #maderaproud

Over the last several days, #MCSO has taken multiple theft reports. Burglaries and thefts are often crimes of opportunity, and can be difficult to solve. We would like to encourage our community to complete the following simple steps in an effort to reduce the likelihood of falling victim to property crimes: Remove Valuables From Vehicle Close Garage Lock Doors (Home & Vehicle)... Turn Outside Lights On Stay alert, secure your property, and rest easy tonight. We’ll be here if you need us. #maderasheriff #9pmroutine #lockup #playitsafe #goodnight

REMINDER- Join #MCSO TODAY Saturday 11/7 from 10-2 at the Madera Ranchos Substation Grand Opening. See attached flyer for event details. We hope to see you there!

#CreekFire incident update for 11/6/20.

Please use alternate routes and plan accordingly.

Feel Good Friday Thank you to everyone who came out to honor Sheriff Bates on his 95th birthday #maderasheriff #maderaproud

With our first major winter storm in this weekend’s forecast, the Madera County Office of Emergency Services advises mountain residents, particularly those in burn areas, to be prepared for potential debris flow/landslide activity. Sign up for emergency alerts from MCALERT a. Go to www.mcalert.org to sign up for emergency alerts for your location b. Text your zip code to 888777 to sign up for alerts in your town... Landslide & Debris Flow Preparedness Tips: 1. Build an emergency kit & make a family communications plan 2. Identify areas on your property where a landslide/debris flow could come from/start a. In mud and debris flow areas, consider building channels or deflection walls to try to direct the flow around buildings 3. Pay attention to official weather forecasts a.The National Weather Service will issue a flash flood watch or warningfor your area when rainfall is anticipated to be intense For more information on how to prepare, visit https://www.ready.gov/landslides-debris-flow

It’s Thursday, so we are throwin’ it back to some of our favorite Halloweekend moments! #maderasheriff #throwbackthursday #halloween2020 #notricksjusttreats #weekendcountdown

#CreekFire Incident Update for 11/5/20.

Join #MCSO this Saturday 11/7 from 10-2 at the Madera Ranchos Substation Grand Opening. See attached flyer for event details. We hope to see you there!

Sheriff Tyson Pogue helps break ground for the Oakhurst Midtown Connector Project The new midtown connector is designed to increase public safety for the area by facilitating improved traffic flow and evacuation routes. This connector will also allow emergency services personnel better access to the area in the event of a critical incident or disaster. #maderasheriff #sheriffpogue #maderaproud

#CreekFire Incident Update for 11/4/20.

Sheriff Tyson Pogue swears in new Administrative Services Manager Tanya Riviere Tanya comes to us with decades of experience and a wealth of knowledge.Her positive attitude and leadership style will further enhance our ability to serve the public and improve customer service through innovation and efficiency.She is going to be a tremendous asset to our management team.Join us in giving Tanya a warm welcome to the MCSO family! #maderasheriff #newemployee #welcomewednesday

Join #MCSO this Saturday at the Madera Ranchos Substation Grand Opening. Lunch tickets are available for purchase; all proceeds will benefit the Madera County Sheriff’s Foundation. See attached event details for more information. We hope to see you there!