Police Log, May 5-11

Residents and others are encouraged to call Police Dispatch as needed at 707.431.3377, operational 24/7.

Monday, May 5

12:23am The Reporting Party (RP) on Rosewood Drive said she was in an argument with her son-in-law after asking him and her daughter to leave the property. While closing the door, it struck her daughter. Subsequently, her son-in-law screamed obscenities at the RP and the RP’s husband. The daughter and son-in-law tried to take the family dog. 

8:08am A vehicle near Simi Winery on Healdsburg Avenue was stopped for violating vehicle registration rules and speeding. A 51-year-old (YO) man was arrested and brought to county jail for driving with a license suspended for driving under the influence (DUI) and on an outstanding Napa County warrant regarding DUI, resisting arrest, and hit and run. 

11:38am The RP stated that a man was smoking speed on Healdsburg Avenue at Matheson Street. The RP said it smelled like very strong plastic. An officer responded and warned the man about marijuana use in public spaces.

5:46pm The RP at Safeway on Vine Street stated that a man blocked the RP in a parking stall and would not let her out. While the RP was on the phone, the man left.

7:54pm A warrant officer at the Healdsburg Food Pantry on Healdsburg Avenue arrested a 45-YO man and brought him to county jail on an outstanding Sonoma County warrant regarding public intoxication, disturbing the peace with fighting words and trespassing.

10:37pm A vehicle on Josephine Lane was stopped for violating vehicle registration rules. A 50-YO woman was arrested and brought to county jail for DUI.

Tuesday, May 6 

1:34pm A vehicle near Garrett Ace Hardware on Healdsburg Avenue was stopped for violating vehicle lighting rules. A 40-YO man was arrested and brought to county jail for possession of a controlled substance, possession of methamphetamine, possession of drug paraphernalia, possession of nitrous oxide and violating probation.

Wednesday, May 7 

1:30pm A vehicle on Hwy 101 at Dry Creek Road was stopped for violating vehicle registration rules. The driver was cited and released for driving with a license suspended for DUI.

1:51pm The RP at Safeway on Vine Street stated that her laptop was stolen from her vehicle during the night of May 6, 2025. The RP stated that it subsequently pinged in the Santa Rosa area. The RP was transferred to the Santa Rosa Police Department.

2:50pm A vehicle near the Bank of America on Healdsburg Avenue was stopped for violating vehicle tail light rules. A 61-YO man was arrested and brought to county jail for DUI.

11:39pm A warrant service officer at Chevron on Healdsburg Avenue cited and released a 34-YO woman for possession of drug paraphernalia.

Thursday, May 8 

9:11am A woman at the Rite Aid Drugstore on Healdsburg Avenue was a nuisance the preceding several days. She threw trash, yelled at employees and showered in the parking lot. The RP wanted to file trespass paperwork against the woman. Officers responded and the woman was trespassed from the property. 

9:52am Three men were smoking marijuana and drinking alcohol in the West Plaza Parking Lot on Healdsburg Avenue. The RP thought there were two more people drinking next to the trees. Officers responded, but the people were gone on arrival and unable to be located.

11:26am The RP indicated that a vehicle was driving recklessly on Hwy 101 at the Central offramp. The vehicle was unable to maintain a lane or a consistent speed. The RP was transferred to California Highway Patrol (CHP). Officers responded but the vehicle was gone on arrival and unable to be located.

4:27pm The RP at L&M Motel on Healdsburg Avenue stated a person was verbally aggressive, yelled and threw his belongings out of his room. Staff wanted law enforcement to stand by while the person gathered his belongings to ensure the situation did not escalate. Officers responded and a foot pursuit ensued. A 41-YO man was arrested and brought to county jail for vandalism.

6:54pm Graffiti was reported on the back door of Gold Bloom Fine Jewelry Design on Center Street.

9:35pm The RP at Memorial Beach Market on Healdsburg Avenue stated that a man on a bike with possible mental health issues yelled obscenities. The man left prior to the arrival of the officers and was unable to be located.

Friday, May 9

7:10am The RP at Rotten Robbie on Healdsburg Avenue stated that people were outside drinking alcohol and using drugs. Subsequently, they jumped into the bushes and ran away. Officers responded, but the people were gone on arrival and unable to be located.

8:28am The RP at Flying Goat Coffee on Center Street stated that a transient woman was verbally accosting customers and smoking on the sidewalk. The RP wanted the woman to move along and wanted to file trespass paperwork against her. Officers responded and the woman moved along.

11:20am The RP on March Avenue indicated that he added a person on facebook that he thought was a friend. The woman undressed on facetime and took a photo of him watching her undress. Subsequently, she tried to extort money from him. An officer provided advice.

11:48am The RP at Casa Del Mole on Center Street said on May 5, 2025, a co-worker opened a refrigerator door into the RP’s face on purpose. The RP stated that the person also pushed her and threw things at her over the course of the past year. The RP spoke with an officer and indicated that she was unsure if she wanted to press charges. The RP decided to speak with her boss. She was provided an incident number. An officer provided advice.

2:54pm The RP on Vine Street stated that his business partner made him feel unsafe. The business and business partner were in Cotati so the RP was transferred to the Cotati police department.

8:16pm The RP indicated a vehicle was driven recklessly on Healdsburg Avenue at Grove Street. The vehicle was driven at a high rate of speed and ran red lights. The information was broadcast to officers on patrol.

Saturday, May 10 

8:13am The RP on Sherman Street indicated the RP’s truck was broken into on May 9, 2025. A black construction light with pink spray paint was stolen. The RP wanted to press charges. An officer responded and took a report.  At 8:58am, another RP on Sherman Street indicated that his vehicle and his neighbor’s vehicle were broken into on May 9, 2025. Nothing was taken out of the second RP’s vehicle. The second RP did not want to press charges and did not want a response from the police, although he did want the police to be aware of the situation. The incident was logged.

9:06am Graffiti was reported on University Avenue at March Avenue.

1:03pm The RP at Plaza Park on Healdsburg Avenue indicated that someone performed in the gazebo without a permit. Officers responded and advised the performer about the complaint and the permit process.

1:59pm The RP on Healdsburg Avenue indicated that the RP’s vehicle was rear-ended and the suspect vehicle left the scene. An officer spoke with the RP. There were no injuries. Officers looked for the vehicle but it was gone on arrival and unable to be located. 

2:24pm The RP on College Street said at some point in the previous two days someone went through her vehicle and took a small coin purse. The RP did not want to press charges and also did not want a report. She only wanted to let the police know that the incident occurred. 

5:25-9:39pm Multiple incidents regarding the same woman who called the PD requesting assistance but could not be found when officers arrived. Other RPs also called about the woman’s irrational behavior and yelling, from Vine Street, the High School and Healdsburg District Hospital. She called 911 nine times over the day but remained uncooperative. Police are aware of her identity but as of yet she has not been charged with a crime.

5:25pm The RP said her son’s life was threatened by a Dollar Tree employee at the store on Vine Street. Officers responded but the RP did not cooperate with the officers. She requested medical help for her leg and advice was provided. Officers determined the incident was unfounded.

8:30pm The RP on Matheson Street said a man was obviously intoxicated and the woman with him argued with him about not driving. Nonetheless, he got in the driver’s seat. He got out of the vehicle when the RP got involved. Subsequently, the man followed the RP. The RP was advised to walk to the police department. Officers contacted the intoxicated man and the couple decided to walk to a hotel.

Sunday, May 11

11:26am The RP indicated that while on Hwy 101 a man pulled out a gun which was later determined to be a BB gun. The vehicle exited at Central Healdsburg and drove northbound on a side street. The vehicle registered on the Flock license plate reader. The information was relayed to the CHP. The vehicle was located on Shiloh Road in Windsor and failed to yield. The vehicle pulled into the Grocery Outlet and the driver tried to escape on foot. The suspect was detained with help from the Sonoma County Sheriff’s Office. A 21-YO man was arrested for reckless evading of a peace officer and resisting arrest. He was transported to Sutter Hospital.

8:26pm The RP at Healdsburg Gas Mart on Healdsburg Avenue stated he was attacked by three people who fled the scene in a vehicle. He said all three people punched the RP. The RP wanted to press charges and declined medical assistance. Officers responded and took a report.

Compiled by Carolyn Brenner