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A quick message from Sheriff Essick from today’s Pack the Patrol Car Toy Drive #packthepatrolcar #toydrive2020 #amazingcommunity #sonomastrong

It’s been a special day here at the Sheriffs Office!!! Pack the Patrol Car has been such a success!! We had a special visit and donation from Molly, a very proud Sonoma County resident! Molly spent her own money to buy toys to donate... and for her generosity, Sheriff Essick gave her one of his very own Challenge Coins!! Molly, we love your #sonomastrong spirit! #packthepatrolcar #sonomasheriff

Did you hear the hubbub about this plane flying over Sonoma County today? Our folks at the hangar got a front row seat of the plane doing an approach at the airport. The plane is a U-2 Dragon Lady, based out of Beale Air Force Base. You just never know what you’re going to see when you work at the Sheriff’s Office!

(Español abajo) Correctional Deputy Jodi Justice started a fundraiser at work and in just a few days was able to raise $3755 for the U.S. Marine Corp’s Toys for Tots program!! Deputy Justice is former military and proudly served in the U.S Coast Guard and always finds a way to serve her community! Oorah!! *****... ¡¡La Official Correccional Jodi Justice comenzó una recaudación de fondos en el trabajo y en solo unos días pudo recaudar $ 3755 para el programa Toys for Tots de la U.S. Marine Corp!! ¡Official Justice es exmilitar y se enorgullece de servir en el U.S. Coast Guard Y siempre encuentra la manera de servir a su comunidad! ¡¡Oorah !! #givingback #coastie #sonomasheriff #lookatthemboots

This afternoon, the Sheriff’s Helicopter, Henry-1 responded to Annadel State Park for a reported mountain biker with a severe knee injury. H1 arrived on scene and deployed H1’s Tactical Flight Officer (TFO), via long line, in order to make patient contact. After making patient contact, the TFO packaged the patient into a Bauman Bag rescue device, and the TFO and patient were extricated, via long line, to an awaiting Sonoma County Fire rescue vehicle. ... The patient was subsequently transported by ground ambulance to a local area hospital.

(Español abajo) Santa Rosa man arrested for felony assault on a deputy. Jason Ancic, 43 years old, Santa Rosa, was arrested by deputies for felony assault and narcotics possession.... The incident unfolded yesterday at approximately 10:24 am. Deputies were dispatched to the 4800 block of Trenton Road for a male hitting trees and talking about demons. Deputies found Ancic in the area next to his car. Ancic was very animated and began telling the deputies about demons and how he was trying to get rid of them. The deputies listened and spoke with Ancic to de-escalate the situation. One of the deputies obtained consent from Ancic to search his person for weapons. The deputy attempted to detain Ancic for his safety. Ancic immediately resisted the deputies by pulling away in an attempt to flee. During the altercation, one of the deputies sustained an injury for which he later sought medical care. The deputies requested additional units for assistance to help in taking Ancic into custody. Ancic was transported by ambulance to an area hospital for medical clearance. A deputy at the scene searched Ancic's car and found a pill bottle that contained suspected methamphetamine. Ancic was arrested for resisting arrest, possession of narcotics, felony battery on a peace officer, and assault. Ancic is currently in custody and being held on $10,000 bail. Case No: 201029-009 Hombre de Santa Rosa arrestado por agresión grave a un oficial. Jason Ancic, 43 años, Santa Rosa, fue arrestado por la policía por agresión grave y posesión de narcóticos. El incidente se desarrolló ayer aproximadamente a las 10:24 am. Los oficiales fueron enviados a la cuadra 4800 de Trenton Road para que un hombre golpeara árboles y hablara sobre demonios. Los oficiales encontraron a Ancic en el área junto a su automóvil. Ancic estaba muy animado y comenzó a contarles a los diputados sobre los demonios y cómo estaba tratando de deshacerse de ellos. Los oficiales escucharon y hablaron con Ancic para desescalar la situación. Uno de los oficiales obtuvo el consentimiento de Ancic para registrar su persona en busca de armas. El oficial intentó detener a Ancic por su seguridad. Ancic inmediatamente resistió a los oficiales al alejarse en un intento de huir. Durante el altercado, uno de los oficiales sufrió una lesión por la que posteriormente buscó atención médica. Los oficiales solicitaron unidades adicionales de asistencia para ayudar a detener a Ancic. Ancic fue transportado en ambulancia a un hospital de la zona para obtener autorización médica. Un oficial en la escena registró el auto de Ancic y encontró un frasco de pastillas que contenía metanfetamina sospechosa. Ancic fue arrestado por resistirse al arresto, posesión de narcóticos, agresión grave a un oficial del orden público y asalto. Ancic se encuentra actualmente bajo custodia y bajo fianza de $ 10,000. Número de caso: 201029-009

(Español abajo) - Reminder! Tomorrow is our Pack the Patrol Car drive through drop off toy drive! Today we have a special treat to announce! Our local Chick-fil-A Mendocino Avenue donated 500 Combo meal gift cards! The first 500 people that drop off a new unwrapped toy at our drive through gets a free combo meal gift card!!... Let’s fill the patrol car full of toys for Sonoma County children! 12 6 PM at our main office at 2796 Ventura Ave, Santa Rosa ***** ¡Recordatorio de que mañana es nuestro Pack the Patrol Car unidad de juguetes! ¡Hoy tenemos un regalo especial especial para anunciar! ¡Nuestra Chick-Fil-A local de Santa Rosa en Mendocino Ave donó 500 tarjetas de regalo para un combo de comida! ¡Las primeras 500 personas que entreguen un juguete nuevo sin envolver en nuestro unidad de juguetes reciben una tarjeta de regalo de comida gratis! ¡Llenemos el coche patrulla lleno de juguetes para los niños del condado de Sonoma! 12 - 6 PM en nuestra oficina principal en 2796 Ventura Ave, Santa Rosa. #packthepatrolcar #community #holidayspirit #sonomastrong

(Español abajo) Three Santa Rosa felons, arrested for possession of an assault rifle and handguns. Read the story below. At approximately 3:00 pm, a deputy and his K-9 partner stopped a white Cadillac on Bellevue Avenue for a vehicle code violation. The driver Mario Sanchez did not have a valid driver's license, and the car interior smelled of freshly burnt marijuana. The deputies detained Sanchez and his two passengers, Edgar Lugo and Ivan Cornejo Vega. ...Continue reading

(Español abajo) WOW, Sonoma County! You have out done yourselves this week and answered our #charitychallenge! The Sheriff’s Office is amazed and so thankful to everyone that donated new toys at our Pack the Patrol Car drive thru toy drive! The patrol car was overflowing! All the donated toys will bring lots of smiles directly to our local kiddos here in Sonoma County. ... The holiday spirit was shining bright this week thanks to many amazing community members with big hearts. We would love to give a special shout out and many thanks to Snoopy's Home Ice, Petaluma FFA, Girl Scouts NorCal Troop 10064, Rental Rehab, Inc., Sonoma County Scanner Updates, Larkfield Neighborhood Watch, Petaluma Leghorn Valley Neighborhood Watch, County of Sonoma Employees from many different departments, Sheriff’s Office employees & retirees & VIPS-Volunteers in Policing. Thank you to our partners that will be distributing the toys throughout Sonoma County through their programs in the upcoming days, R-Hoops Scdsa, The Salvation Army Santa Rosa, CA, Sonoma County Toys for Tots. For more information on registering for the toy distributions contact our partners directly. Our hearts are full THANK YOU Sonoma County! ***** ¡WOW, condado de Sonoma! ¡Lo han hecho y han respondido a nuestro #charitychallenge2020! ¡La Oficina del Sheriff está asombrada y muy agradecida con todos los que donaron juguetes nuevos en nuestra unidad de colecta de juguetes, Pack the Patrol Car! ¡El coche patrulla se desbordaba! Todos los juguetes donados traerán muchas sonrisas directamente a nuestros niños locales aquí en el condado de Sonoma. El espíritu navideño brillaba intensamente esta semana gracias a muchos miembros increíbles de la comunidad con grandes corazones. Nos encantaría dar un agradecimiento especial y muchas gracias a Snoopy's Home Ice, Petaluma FFA, Girl Scout Troop 10064, Rental Rehab Inc., Sonoma County Scanner Updates, Larkfield Neighborhood Watch, Petaluma Leghorn Valley Neighborhood Watch, County of Sonoma Empleados de muchos diferentes departamentos, empleados de la Oficina del Sheriff y jubilados y VIPS-Voluntarios de policia. Gracias a nuestros socios que distribuirán los juguetes en todo el condado de Sonoma a través de sus programas en los próximos días, R-Hoops, Salvation Army y Toys For Tots. Para obtener más información sobre cómo registrarse para las distribuciones de juguetes, comuníquese directamente con nuestros socios. Nuestros corazones estan llenos ¡GRACIAS Condado de Sonoma! #ThankfulThursday #Gratitude #DoGoodSonomaCounty #Sonomastrong #community #seasonofgiving #sonomasheriff #givingback #toys #packthepatrolcar

Arson arrest in Rio Nido this morning. Just before 9 a.m. this morning, a driver called 911 for a possible arson at River Road near Canyon 2 Road in Rio Nido. The first deputy arrived at the scene three minutes after being dispatched. CalFire, Sonoma County Fire District, and Monte Rio Fire District responded and a full response for a vegetation fire was ordered. The caller gave a description of the suspect and gave his location to dispatchers so deputies could easily find hi...m. The suspect was later identified as Todd Bowman, 28, transient. The fire started under a bridge at a former homeless encampment. Earlier this week, deputies made everyone in the encampment leave, including Bowman, because the camp was within the high water mark of a waterway, which is a misdemeanor. Deputies contacted Bowman several hundred yards away from the fire, covered in soot, and detained him. After speaking with Bowman, deputies determined he started the fire. Bowman was arrested for felony arson and a misdemeanor charge of putting pollutants near a waterway. He is in custody at the Sonoma County jail and being held on $10,000 bail. We’ve been hearing a lot of concerns from west county residents about some homeless individuals starting fires during fire season. We will continue to do everything we can to keep our community safe. We appreciate the astute community member calling 911 and continuing to provide good information to help us find the suspect, and the firefighters responding quickly to put out the fire.

Deputy Edney spreading some holiday cheer in the community! Thank you Mark West Area Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Center for inviting us to help decorate your community Christmas tree at Molsberry Market. #community #holidayspirit #sonomastrong

(Overheard near the copy machine last night) So there I was minding my own business when all of a sudden I saw a car and it was all Eeerrrttt!! I was like Whoa?! So I did my thing and stopped the car. I walked up to the driver and said, "What up?" And he said, "Nothin." So I said, "Probation?" And he and the passenger both said, "Yee." I asked dispatch and they were like, "Yup." ... So we got them out and did a little search here and a little search there and Bam!!! Would you believe I found a loaded gun under the passenger seat?! I asked them and they were like, "What!?" And I said ,"Mmm Hmmmm." So check this....I gave them a ride to jail. And that's how I made the streets of Santa Rosa safer. Booyah Sonoma County......booyah. Anthony Sotelo-Nelson, 31 and John Allen Jr, 34 of Santa Rosa were the involved. The passenger Allen not only was also on Felony probation for possession of firearms, but had Felony warrants for that said probation. They were both booked for being in possession of a loaded firearm. Allen was booked for the additional charges of being a felon in possession of the firearm, ammunition and the felony warrants.

Beach house to the Big House... This morning Detectives from the Property Crimes and Narcotics Unit rolled out to Bodega Bay to help Resident Deputy Pasero investigate several recent burglaries, one of which occurred when the occupants of the residence were home and involved the theft of a vehicle. Detectives found the stolen vehicle parked in the driveway of a nearby residence and after talking to the homeowner, learned the house was supposed to be vacant. PCI Detectives che...cked the inside of the home with help from Resident Deputy Pasero and K9 Titan. Babafemi Omopariola was found inside the house along with stolen property from the original burglary as well as two other unreported burglaries from the same neighborhood. Babafemi was given a ride to the jail and the stolen property was returned to its rightful owners.

(Español abajo) Forestville man arrested after a five-hour standoff with deputies. Michael Ritchie, 38 years old, Forestville, was arrested by deputies for threatening a postal worker with a knife. The incident unfolded at 11:13 am when deputies were dispatched to the Forestville Post Office for a report of a person brandishing a weapon at an employee. ...Continue reading

UPDATE: 12/02/20 @ 9:55 AM The male inmate, decedent, has been identified as Gabriel Wibier, 47 years old, Santa Rosa. Wibier had been in custody since August 31, 2020. ... The investigation is ongoing as to what caused Wibier's death. We have no additional information to release at this time. We send our condolences to Wibier's family and friends during this difficult time. (Español abajo) Sonoma County Sheriff detectives investigate the death of a male inmate at the Main Adult Detention Facility. Our initial information indicates the inmate accepted breakfast at approximately 6:20 am in his single-occupancy cell. At approximately 6:30 am, the inmate was found unresponsive in his cell by jail personnel. Correctional deputies immediately began life-saving measures by performing CPR. An ambulance was called and transported the inmate to an area hospital, where he was later pronounced dead at approximately 7:20 am. Sheriff's Detectives have notified the Marin County Coroner's Office, who will be handling the Coroner duties pursuant to the protocol for in-custody deaths. The investigation will include an autopsy to determine the cause of death. The inmate's name will not be released until the next of kin is notified. We send our condolences to his family and friends during this difficult time. Prepared by: Sergeant Juan Valencia, Public Information Officer Case No: 201201-006 Media Inquiries:(707) 565-3941 Los detectives del Sheriff del condado de Sonoma investigan la muerte de un recluso en el centro principal de detención de adultos. Nuestra información inicial indica que el recluso aceptó el desayuno aproximadamente a las 6:20 am en su celda de ocupación individual. Aproximadamente a las 6:30 am, el personal de la cárcel encontró al recluso inconsciente en su celda. Los oficiales penitenciarios inmediatamente comenzaron a tomar medidas para salvar vidas mediante la realización de RCP. Se llamó a una ambulancia y se trasladó al recluso a un hospital de la zona, donde luego fue declarado muerto aproximadamente a las 7:20 am. Los detectives del alguacil han notificado a la oficina del forense del condado de Marin, que se encargará de las tareas del forense de conformidad con el protocolo para muertes bajo custodia. La investigación incluirá una autopsia para determinar la causa de la muerte. El nombre del recluso no se dará a conocer hasta que se notifique a los familiares más cercanos. Enviamos nuestras condolencias a su familia y amigos durante este difícil momento. Elaborado por el Sargento Juan Valencia, Oficial de Información Pública Número de caso: 201201-006 Consultas de los medios: (707) 565-3941

(Español abajo) It’s #NationalFirstRespondersDay and we would like to take a moment to say thank you to our staff and partners. Here at the Sheriff’s Office and throughout Sonoma County we have highly skilled, dedicated individuals serving our community. They put on a uniform each and every day and put their lives on the line when a crisis arises to help and protect our community members. The very people saving lives in our community are our neighbors, friends and family mem...bers. They are an integral part of our community; their sacrifices go beyond the hours they work. With #Gratitude today and every day to our staff and partners. Thank you Dispatchers, Peace Officers, Firefighters, EMTs, Paramedics, Nurses, Doctors, and Military Personnel. ***** Es el #DíaNacionalDeLosPrimerosRespondedores y nos gustaría tomarnos un momento para agradecer a nuestro personal y compañeros. Aquí, en la Oficina del Sheriff y en todo el condado de Sonoma, tenemos personas altamente capacitadas y dedicadas que sirven a nuestra comunidad. Se ponen un uniforme todos los días y arriesgan sus vidas cuando surge una crisis para ayudar y proteger a los miembros de nuestra comunidad. Las mismas personas que salvan vidas en nuestra comunidad son nuestros vecinos, amigos y familiares. Son una parte integral de nuestra comunidad; sus sacrificios no son solo durante las horas que trabajan. Con #gratitud hoy y todos los días a nuestro personal y compañeros. Gracias a los despachadores, oficiales de paz, bomberos, técnicos de emergencias médicas, paramédicos, enfermeras, doctores y personal militar. #firstresponders #teamwork #sonomastrong #sonomasheriff

(Español abajo) Our Sonoma Coast is beautiful but can be hazardous too! This morning at about 9:30 AM Sheriff’s Helicopter Henry One and Coast Resident Deputy Lyle responded to Fort Ross for a person who possibly had fallen off the cliffside and into the ocean. The subject was in the water for about 30 minutes and became tangled in what appeared to be fishing line about 50 yards from shore and couldn’t swim to safety. Deputy Lyle was first on scene and made it down to th...e water’s edge and attempted to reach the subject by throwing out a rescue line but he was just too far. Henry 1 arrived on scene and configured for a long line rescue. The Henry One Rescue Paramedic was flown to the subject. The Rescue Paramedic was able to cut the subject free and the pair were flown back to shore. The subject was transferred to a CHP helicopter Paramedic who transported him to the hospital. Thank you to all the help from our partners on scene, Timber Cove Fire, CA State Parks and the Coast Guard. Luckily, this rescue has a happy ending, please remember our Sonoma Coast is beautiful yet rugged, please use caution and never turn your back to the water. ***** ¡Nuestra Costa Norte es hermosa, pero también puede ser peligrosa! Esta mañana alrededor de las 9:30 AM Sheriff's Helicopter "Henry One" y Oficial Residente del Costa Lyle respondieron a Fort Ross para una persona que posiblemente se había caído del lado del acantilado y en el océano. Estuvo en el agua durante unos 30 minutos y se enredó en lo que parecía ser una línea de pesca a unos 50 metros de la costa y no podía nadar a salvo. El Oficial Lyle fue el primero en la escena y llegó hasta el borde del agua e intentó llegar al sujeto lanzando una línea de rescate, pero estaba demasiado lejos. Henry 1 llegó a la escena y se configuró para un rescate. El paramédico de rescate "Henry One" fue volado al sujeto.El Paramédico de Rescate fue capaz de liberar a la persona y la pareja fue volada de vuelta a la costa. El sujeto fue trasladado a un helicóptero de CHP Paramédico que lo transportó al hospital. Gracias a toda la ayuda de nuestros socios en la escena, Timber Cove Fire, CA State Parks y la Guardia Costera. Por suerte, este rescate tiene un final feliz, recuerde que nuestra costa de Sonoma es hermosa pero escarpada, tenga cuidado y nunca dé la espalda al agua. #oceanrescue #sonomacoast #henryone #sonomasheriff #teamwork #neverturnyourbackontheocean

(Español abajo) Probationer arrested after deputies find a loaded handgun during a probation search. Nicolas Hebein, 28 years old, Transient, was arrested for weapon and drug possession after a probation search. ...Continue reading

The Sheriff’s Office is recruiting Detention Specialists to work in our detention facilities! As a Sheriff's Detention Specialist, you will learn to perform duties related to booking, custody alternatives, records processing, and reception. This is the beginning of an excellent career path here at the Sheriff’s Office, with room for growth in potential supervisory and management positions. For more information and how to apply visit: https://bit.ly/2ThArwn Last day to apply is: 11/05/2020 ** Some photos taken PRE-COVID-19**

(video en español publicado antes) Well Sonoma County we made it through another windy night. Our local firefighters were busy overnight with many downed trees and small fires and continue to be busy today throughout the county. Thankfully, the small fires have been contained and stopped before they could spread. Yet, It’s not completely over. The Red Flag Warning continues until 5 PM tomorrow. We know there has been a lot of concern with this wind event and many had a restless night. We put together a short video with 5 simple steps to help you be prepared during the Red Flag Warning. Hopefully, knowing you’re prepared helps to ease some of the anxiety and know that if your safety is in danger we’ll come running.

(English video posted in following post) Bueno, Condado de Sonoma pasamos otra noche ventosa. Nuestros bomberos locales estaban ocupados durante la noche con muchos árboles caídos y pequeños incendios y continúan ocupados hoy en todo el condado. Afortunadamente, los pequeños incendios han sido contenidos y detenidos antes de que pudieran propagarse. Sin embargo, no ha terminado del todo. La Advertencia de Bandera Roja continúa hasta mañana a las 5 de la tarde. Sabemos que ha habido mucha preocupación con este evento de viento y muchos tuvieron una noche inquieta. Hemos preparado un breve vídeo con 5 sencillos pasos para ayudarles a estar preparado durante la advertencia de bandera roja. Con suerte, saber que estás preparado ayuda a aliviar parte de la ansiedad y saber que si tu seguridad está en peligro llegaremos corriendo.

(Español abajo) Petaluma man flees from deputies and crashes. Juan Garcia, 26 years old, Petaluma, and his female passenger sustained major injuries after crashing into a sound wall. ...Continue reading

(Español abajo) 1 year ago today, the Kincade Fire started. Today we think of our friends and neighbors who are still rebuilding and figuring out what their future holds. We also remember all those firefighters and peace officers who came to our community’s rescue - and send them a huge thank you!! If you know someone affected by the Kincade Fire, we hope you take a moment to check on them today. Together we are stronger and better prepared, filled with more hope and more lov...e for our neighbors. Hoy hace 1 año, comenzó el Kincade Fire. Hoy pensamos en nuestros amigos y vecinos que todavía están reconstruyendo y averiguando qué les depara el futuro. También recordamos a todos los bomberos y oficiales que vinieron al rescate de nuestra comunidad, ¡y les enviamos un gran agradecimiento! Si conoce a alguien afectado por el Kincade Fire, esperamos que se tome un momento para comprobarlo hoy. Juntos somos más fuertes y estamos mejor preparados, llenos de más esperanza y más amor por nuestro prójimo.

(Español abajo) Forty years ago (10-23-80), Deputies Brent Charles Jameson and Bliss Steven Magly were killed in the line of duty when their Sheriff’s Department helicopter, Angel 2, crashed because of poor visibility due to fog. Deputy Jameson was the pilot, and Deputy Magly was the helicopter observer. Deputy Jameson was a six-year veteran of the Sonoma County Sheriff’s Department and served as a police officer with the Novato Police Department for three years. Deputy M...agly was a 3 year veteran of the Sonoma County Sheriff’s Office. We will never forget... Hace cuarenta años (23/10/80), los oficiales Brent Charles Jameson y Bliss Steven Magly murieron en el cumplimiento de su deber cuando el helicóptero del Departamento del Sheriff, "Ángel 2", se estrelló debido a la mala visibilidad debido a la niebla. El oficial Jameson era el piloto y el oficial Magly era el observador del helicóptero. El oficial Jameson era un veterano de seis años del Departamento del Sheriff del condado de Sonoma y se desempeñó como oficial de policía en el Departamento de Policía de Novato durante tres años. El oficial Magly era un veterano de 3 años y medio de la Oficina del Sheriff del condado de Sonoma. Nunca olvidaremos...

The Sheriff’s Office is looking for a Custodian to join our Detention Division team! Apply today. This recruitment closes 11/05/2020. For more information on this position, please visit the link: https://bit.ly/3jpI2DM **Photos taken PRE-COVID-19**