Police & Courts
Driver arrested in suspected DUI collision that kills 1, injures 3 more near Ukiah
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There were three people in the suspect vehicle at the time of the crash. None of them were wearing seatbelts, and a passenger died.
crime
Willits police face criticism for 2-hour response time in Friday morning shooting
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Chief Lizarraga said a “communications breakdown” occurred, but officers should have arrived sooner. One suspect has been taken into custody, but officers are still investigating the extent of his involvement.
Mendocino
Murder case moves forward against alleged shooter in July homicide on Bell Springs Road
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Bail has been reduced from $1 million to $800K and Judge Keith Faulder has recused himself from the case.
Mendocino
Report of mail theft leads to no contest plea but additional suspect still at large
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Sharon Kathleen Smith was originally charged with two felonies, but pleaded no contest Wednesday to a misdemeanor and was ordered released by the court. Codefendant Charles Maxfield evaded arrest during the initial investigation and has an active warrant.
