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  • Five men arrested on charges including commercial burglaries, drugs for sale, more

    Updated Sep 30, 2012

    JURUPA VALLEY (Wire Service) - Five Jurupa Valley men were arrested on various charges that included commercial burglary following a day-long surveillance of several area businesses, a sheriff's sergeant said. The police action by members of the sheriff's Special Enforcement Team was done Friday, Sept. 28 at several locations in response to the rising number of retail thefts in Jurupa Valley, said Riverside County Sheriff's Sgt. Justin Rowan. Plain clothes and uniformed sheriff's deputies fanned out to the locations from 3...

  • Search warrants lead to arrest of six; drugs, paraphernalia, items used for robbery found in Temecula home

    Updated Sep 29, 2012

    As part of an ongoing investigation conducted by the Temecula Police Department's Special Enforcement Team, they, along with the Temecula Police Department's Problem Oriented Policing Team, and Temecula/Murrieta Regional Gang Task Force, served two narcotics-related search warrants in the 44000 block of Boguta Way and 30000 block of Hollyberry Ln., in the City of Temecula. During the search of the two residences, heroin, methamphetamine, indicia of narcotic sales, narcotics pa...

  • Search Under Way for Menifee Bank Robbery Suspect

    Updated Sep 28, 2012

    MENIFEE - Surveillance photos of a man who robbed a Menifee bank were released today in the hope that someone might be able to identify him. The robbery occurred around 1:30 p.m. Thursday at a Bank of America branch at 26800 Cherry Hills Blvd. A man walked into the bank and presented a note to a teller demanding cash, which she willingly handed over, sheriff's officials said. The amount was not disclosed. The suspect made his getaway in a gray pickup truck whose driver was... Full story

  • Man Convicted of Murdering Girlfriend's Son

    Updated Sep 27, 2012

    RIVERSIDE - A Banning man who beat his girlfriend's 2-year-old son to the point of causing fatal organ and brain damage was convicted today of second-degree murder. Andrew Lee Payne, 24, faces 25 years to life in prison for the Nov. 11, 2011, death of Robert Voorhees. Riverside County Superior Court Judge Bernard Schwartz set sentencing for Nov. 2. Along with murder, a Riverside jury found Payne guilty of assault on a child resulting in great bodily injury, falsifying a prescription and possession of illegal drugs. Jurors...

  • Sheriff's Log September 27, 2012

    Updated Sep 27, 2012

    9/14 Baja Mission Rd. Battery spouse/ex-spouse/date,etc. 200 ½ N. Stage Coach Ln. Grand theft 1800 Marita Ln. Residential burglary 9/16 4100 Tierra Vista Spousal/cohabitant abuse with serious injury 1300 E. Mission Rd. Use false citizenship/etc. documents 9/17 300 E. Alvarado St. Found property 300 E. Alvarado St. Found property 800 E. Alvarado St. Possess narcotic controlled substance 100 Beech St. Spousal/ cohabitant abuse with minor injury 500 Iowa St. Possess unlawful paraphernalia 500 Iowa St. Felony bench warrant... Full story

  • Arraignment Postponed a Week for Man Accused of Killing Woman, Kids

    Updated Sep 24, 2012

    RIVERSIDE - Because he is still not recovered from his wounds, arraignment was postponed today for a man accused of fatally stabbing his ex- girlfriend and her two young children, then fleeing from police, who shot him. Selvin Chajon Rodriguez, 23, could be sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole or the death penalty if convicted in the Aug. 30 slayings of 25-year-old Laura Reveriano, her 4-year-old son, Selvin Chajon Reveriano, and 19-month-old daughter, Emily Chajon Reveriano. Rodriguez was initially...

  • Deputy arrests suspect in string of commercial burglaries in Temecula and Murrieta

    Updated Sep 23, 2012

    TEMECULA (Wire Service) - A man wanted in connection with a string of commercial burglaries in Temecula and Murrietta was spotted by a patrol deputy, chased and arrested, a sheriff's sergeant said today. Christopher Steven Mead, 53, who was described as a transient, was spotted in his vehicle and pulled over by a deputy Saturday, Sept. 22 at Temecula Parkway and Margarita Road, a Riverside County sheriff's sergeant said. Mead ran and then hid behind a trash dumpster, but was spotted and arrested, the sergeant added. Mead is... Full story

  • Murrieta Couple Convicted of Mortgage Fraud Sentenced to Combined 9 Years in Prison

    Updated Sep 21, 2012

    RIVERSIDE - A Murrieta couple who targeted distressed Inland Empire homeowners in a mortgage fraud scheme from which the pair profited handsomely were on their way today to federal prison. Joe Daniel Cody, 43, and his wife, Angela Lynette Cody, 38, were sentenced Monday to a combined 9 years behind bars after being convicted of money laundering and conspiracy. U.S. District Judge Virginia Phillips in Riverside imposed a 63-month sentence on Joe Cody and a 48-month term on his wife, ordering both to pay more than $1 million... Full story

  • Sheriff's Log September 20, 2012

    Updated Sep 20, 2012

    8/27 3300 Avocado Vista Ln. Sell/rent harmful matter to minor 9/1 3800 Lake Circle Dr. Miscellaneous incidents 9/4 1500 S. Mission Rd. Grand theft from motor vehicle 9/5 1100 Belair Dr. Mental disorder: 72-hour observation 100 Lillian Way Get credit/etc. other’s ID 1000 N. Stage Coach Ln. Possess unlawful paraphernalia 2400 S. Stage Coach Ln. Possess marijuana over 28.5 grams 300 Pala Mesa Hts. Dr. Vandalism $400 or more damage 1500 S. Mission Rd. Vehicle burglary 9/6 500 Debbie St. Child abuse incident 900 Buena Capri M...

  • Opening statements to begin for Banning couple accused in beating death of 2-year-old

    Updated Sep 18, 2012

    RIVERSIDE - Opening statements are scheduled today in the trial of a Banning couple accused in the beating death of the woman's 2-year-old son. Andrew Lee Payne, 24, could face 25 years to life in prison and Davia Damanique James, 23, could face 15 years to life behind bars if convicted in the death of the youngster, identified in court documents as John Doe. The child died from severe head trauma last Nov. 11. Payne and James have separate juries because different witnesses will be called to testify against each defendant. P...

  • Sheriff's Log September 13, 2012

    Updated Sep 13, 2012

    8/15 1500 Via Chaparral Threaten crime w/intent to terrorize 8/20 200 W. Clemmens Ln. Participate in criminal street gang 8/28 1100 Lydia Ln. Get credit/etc. other’s ID 8/29 1100 S. Mission Rd. Commercial burglary 1700 Reche Rd. Minor – possession of marijuana on school grounds 5200 S. Mission Rd. Rape by force/fear 8/30 5000 Dulin Rd. Residential burglary 800 S. Main Ave. Petty theft (shoplift) 5000 Avocado Park Way Missing juvenile/runaway 31900 Del Cielo Este Vandalism less than $400 damage 2500 Yesteryear Ln. R... Full story

  • Eastvale High teacher sentenced to jail, ordered to register as sex offender

    Updated Sep 7, 2012

    RIVERSIDE - An Eastvale teacher who kissed a female student was sentenced today to four months in jail and three years probation, and he was also ordered to register as a sex offender. Stephen James Wolford, 50, was convicted in May of a misdemeanor count of annoying a minor, though a Corona jury hung 8-4 in favor of acquitting him of the more serious charge of lewd acts on a child under 15. Riverside County Superior Court Judge Eric Helgesen today dismissed the felony allegation before sentencing him on the lesser count....

  • Man arrested for burglary of Temecula Apple Store

    Updated Sep 7, 2012

    TEMECULA - A Los Angeles man was arrested for allegedly ramming a BMW sport utility vehicle through the security door of a Promenade Mall business, sheriff's officials said today. The suspect, 22-year-old Equonne Romon Howard, was taken into custody Thursday at 9 a.m. on suspicion of violating his state parole and two counts of second degree burglary, according to jail records. Howard was booked into the Southwest Detention Center without bail. The location where Howard's arre...

  • Sheriff's Log September 6, 2012

    Updated Sep 6, 2012

    8/11 1600 S. Mission Road Petty theft from vehicle 8/20 600 E. Fallbrook St. Willfully discharge firearm in grossly negligent manner 8/25 400 E. College St. Commercial burglary 8/26 2700 S. Mission Road Spousal abuse w/serious injury 1100 Old Stage Road Vandalism more than $400 damage Pala Rd @ Nb I-15 Use/under influence of controlled substance 8/27 3000 Ridge Way Commercial burglary 300 Ammunition Road Petty theft from vehicle 1200 Old Stage Road Daytime loitering of juveniles on school day 8/28 1000 Hughes Lane Domestic...

  • Hearing Postponed for Man Accused of Killing Woman and Kids

    Updated Sep 5, 2012

    RIVERSIDE - With his health still at risk, arraignment was postponed today for a man accused of fatally stabbing his ex-girlfriend and her two young children, then fleeing from police, who shot him. Twenty-three-year-old Selvin Chajon Rodriguez could be sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole, or death -- should prosecutors choose to seek it -- if convicted in the Aug. 30 slayings of 25-year-old Laura Reveriano, her 4-year-old son, Selvin Chajon Reveriano, and 19-month-old daughter, Emily Chajon...

  • Man Suspected of Assaulting Teen, Stealing His Bike

    Updated Sep 5, 2012

    MURRIETA - A probationer suspected of beating up a Murrieta teenager and stealing the boy's bicycle was behind bars today. James Cuevas, 20, was arrested Tuesday night, a day after the alleged attack, and booked on suspicion of assault with a deadly weapon, robbery and probation violations. Murrieta police said that around 9 p.m. Monday, the 17-year-old victim was riding in the area of Hancock Avenue and Parkcrest Drive when he was allegedly jumped by Cuevas, who beat the teen and took his bike. The boy, whose identity was... Full story

  • Murder Victim's Remains Found in Trunk of Abandoned Car

    Updated Sep 4, 2012

    LAKE MATHEWS - An investigation was under way today into the death of a man whose remains were found in the trunk of a car near Lake Mathews. The body of the victim, whose identity was not immediately released, was located around 5 p.m. Monday by Riverside County sheriff's deputies on Gavilan Springs Ranch Road, near Lake Mathews Drive. According to sheriff's Sgt. Todd Torrenti, deputies were called to the remote location -- about 16 miles south of Riverside -- to investigate a suspicious vehicle. Torrenti said deputies...

  • Officials Confirm Identities of Riverside Woman, Children Killed Last Week

    Updated Sep 4, 2012

    RIVERSIDE - The coroner's office today confirmed the identities of a 25-year-old Riverside woman and her two children, who were allegedly stabbed to death by her ex-boyfriend, who was later shot and wounded by police. Laura Reveriano, her 4-year-old son, Selvin Chajon Reveriano, and 19- month-old daughter, Emily Chajon Reveriano, were slain Thursday morning at a house in the 10000 block of Granger Street. The alleged assailant, 23-year-old Selvin Chajon Rodriguez, remains hospitalized in critical condition and is expected to...

  • More Than 700 Arrested in Countywide Anti-DUI Campaign

    Updated Sep 4, 2012

    RIVERSIDE - A countywide crackdown on drunken and drug-impaired motorists netted more than 700 arrests, authorities said today. The end-of-summer Riverside County ''Avoid the 30'' campaign -- named for the number of police agencies involved -- got under way Aug. 17 and concluded just before midnight Monday. The number of people taken into custody on suspicion of impaired driving during the more than two-week-long operation totaled 710, roughly 7 percent less than last year's late-summer campaign, when 762 peopled were... Full story

  • Trial to get underway for Banning couple accused of beating 2-year-old boy to death

    Updated Sep 4, 2012

    RIVERSIDE - Trial proceedings are slated to get under way today for a Banning couple accused in the beating death of the woman's 2-year-old son. Andrew Lee Payne, 24, could face 25 years to life in prison and Davia Damanique James, 23, could face 15 years to life behind bars if convicted in the death of the youngster, identified in court documents as John Doe. He died from severe head trauma last Nov. 11. Payne is charged with second-degree murder, assault on a child resulting in great bodily injury, falsifying a...

  • Girl fight at party ends in arrest

    Updated Sep 2, 2012

    TEMECULA - On Sunday, September 2, 2012, at about 12:07 A.M., officers from the Temecula Police Department responded to Rancho Springs Hospital concerning an injured patient. On arrival, officers spoke with an adult female who told them she was in a fight with another adult female at a party. Investigation revealed the following: The victim was at a residence, in Temecula for a birthday party. During the party, the victim and Sara Baroody, age 23, started arguing. While arguing, Baroody hit the victim with a closed fist.... Full story

  • Sheriff's Log August 30, 2012

    Updated Aug 30, 2012

    Aug. 12 2100 Morro Rd Battery on person Aug. 14 400 Ammunition Rd. Domestic violence 1400 S. Mission Rd. Possession controlled substance w/o prescription Aug. 15 400 Potter St. Petty theft from vehicle Aug. 18 700 S. Main Ave. Defrauding an innkeeper ($950 or less) Aug. 19 S. Mission Rd@ Laurine Ln. Possession of controlled substance 4200 Holly Ln. Missing juvenile/runaway Aug. 20 1800 Marita Ln. Felony other agency’s warrant 4200 White Lilac Rd. Commercial burglary 6900 Kellyn Ln. Death 1100 S. Mission Rd. Burglary (... Full story

  • Temecula man arrested for possession of fictitious bills and credit cards

    Updated Aug 24, 2012

    TEMECULA - PRESS RELEASE - On Thursday, August 23, 2012, at about 1800 hours, officers from the Temecula Police Department investigated a report of a stolen vehicle at an address in the 3200 Block of Via Sabino in the city of Temecula. Their investigation revealed the following: The vehicle originally thought to have been stolen was proven to not be stolen. However, a subject who was driving the vehicle was found to be in possession of counterfeit bills and counterfeit credit cards. Officers conducted a probation search of th... Full story

  • Sheriff's Log August 23, 2012

    Updated Aug 23, 2012

    8/11 Village View Pl. Unlawful display of registration @ Driftwood Ln. 8/12 600 S. Main Ave. Vandalism less than $400 damage N. Orange Ave. Under the influence of @ E. Mission Rd. controlled substance E. View St. @ N. Main Ave. Possession of controlled substance 4300 Olive Hill Rd. Felony warrant 8/13 400 Shady Glen Dr. Drunk in public 1100 S. Mission Rd. Possession of controlled substance 1100 Dallas Rd. I.D. theft 2000 E. Mission Rd. Lost article 100 S. Main Ave. Under the influence of controlled substance 8/14 800 S. Main...

  • Jury Seated for Trial of Ex-Firefighter Accused of Molesting Kids

    Updated Aug 16, 2012

    MURRIETA - A jury was seated today for the trial of an ex- firefighter accused of raping his fiancee and sexually abusing his ex-wife's two young children. William Robert Bolduc, 57, could face life in prison if convicted of two counts each of lewd acts on a child and oral copulation of a child under 10 years old, as well as rape, sodomy and other sexual assault-related allegations. After two days of jury selection, a panel of 12 jurors and four alternates was sworn in by Riverside County Superior Court Judge Kelly Hansen....

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