Sheriff arrests 15 during latest probation checks

If it seems like there is a lot of law enforcement presence around town these days, it's because there is.

Under the direction of Sheriff's Lt. David Gilmore, commander of the Fallbrook Sheriff's substation, deputies and detectives are keeping the pressure high on individuals identified as "known offenders" that are living in town. This includes those out on probation after being released early from prison/jail as a result of Assembly Bill 109. The Sheriff's Dept.'s strategy is that by keeping close tabs on these high-risk residents, it is less likely crime will occur.

In a nine-day period fro...