Crimes and Concerns Reported to Healdsburg Police
Residents and others are encouraged to call Police Dispatch as needed at 707.431.3377, operational 24/7.
Monday, Sept. 28
10:52am The Reporting Party (RP) called dispatch on behalf of his son. The RP said fraud occurred at TrueWest Film Center on Healdsburg Avenue. He believed his son’s debit card was duplicated and fraudulently used at TrueWest. There were several charges on the card that his son claimed he did not make. An officer attempted to contact the business, but it was closed. The officer followed up with the RP.
2:03pm The RP, a suspect in a previous incident, went to the lobby of the Healdsburg Police Department on Center Street. The 24-Year-Old (YO) woman was cited for assault and battery. Subsequently, the victim signed paperwork to press charges.
6:28pm On Sept. 27, 2026, someone damaged property at Monte Alban Market on Healdsburg Avenue. The RP had video. Officers contacted the business, but no report was taken because the RP did not want to press charges.
10:43pm The RP on Healdsburg Avenue said there was a vehicle without headlights on. The RP attempted to notify the driver but stated the other driver ignored him and began driving in the opposite lane. Healdsburg officers in the area did not locate the vehicle. The information was forwarded to California Highway Patrol (CHP).
Tuesday, Sept. 29
9:02am An accident occurred at the United States Postal Service on Foss Creek Circle on Sept. 15, 2026. A vehicle backed into the RP’s truck while he was parked at the post office. The RP did not see any damage at the time, but later discovered damage to his bumper. The repair was estimated to be $1,900. The RP submitted a claim through his insurance, but the insurance company was not able to get ahold of the other party. The RP had the license plate number of the other vehicle and a photo of the driver. An officer left a voicemail for the registered owner of the other vehicle.
12:38pm On Sept. 28, 2026, a hit-and-run accident occurred in the parking lot behind Vertice Hospitality Management on North Street. The RP’s vehicle was damaged on the driver-side front fender. On Oct. 1, 2026, the RP called dispatch again and wanted to press charges. An officer spoke to the RP and took a report.
4:07pm The RP at BMO Bank on Center Street saw a person urinate on a wall. Subsequently, the person got in a truck and drove away. Officers located the truck in the parking lot where Rite Aid previously was located. Field sobriety tests were conducted. A 39-YO man was arrested and brought to county jail for driving under the influence (DUI), resisting arrest and contempt of court.
7:15pm Officers contacted a person who was at Railroad Park on Front Street after closing. A 57-YO woman was arrested and brought to county jail for misappropriation of lost property and violation of probation.
8:09pm A vehicle near Wells Fargo Bank on Vine Street saw a truck drive without lights on. The vehicle was subsequently driven over a planter box onto the sidewalk before entering Healdsburg Avenue. Officers responded, but the truck was gone on arrival and unable to be located.
Wednesday, Sept. 30
9:50am One shot with a long echo was heard near the Healdsburg Fire Substation on Healdsburg Avenue near Enso. No cars were seen or heard. Officers canvassed the area and found nothing amiss.
1:58pm The RP on Eastside Road said a friend called him saying there was an accident in front of the RP’s house, and it appeared someone had died. The call was transferred to medical dispatch, and CHP was advised. Officers responded, and confirmed a hit-and-run had occurred. No bodies were located. CHP handled the situation.
4:28pm A warrant service officer on Fitch Street contacted a 25-YO man. He was arrested and transported to county jail on an outstanding Sonoma County warrant regarding DUI and driving without a license.
5:30pm The RP said a hit-and-run occurred near Lola’s on Healdsburg Avenue. A van hit a truck in the parking lot. The RP wanted to press charges. A report was taken.
5:41pm A patient at Healdsburg General Hospital on University Avenue left with an IV intact. She had a history of drug abuse. The RP wanted law enforcement assistance. An officer located the vehicle, and a stop was attempted. The 63-YO woman failed to yield. A pursuit ensued and eventually was terminated. Santa Rosa Police located the vehicle and engaged in another pursuit. The vehicle stopped. The woman was detained by Santa Rose Police. Healdsburg officers arrested and transported her to county jail for evasion with wanton disregard for safety.
6:25pm A man and woman reportedly were seen using drugs behind Healdsburg Gas Mart on Healdsburg Avenue. An officer responded, conducted a search and found no contraband.
Thursday, Oct. 1
4:26am The RP on Ward Street said the RP’s dog barked at the door, and the RP heard someone try to open the door. The RP did not know of anyone who would try to get in. A child was asleep in the residence. Officers responded and canvassed the area. Nothing out of the ordinary was seen or heard.
5:51pm A woman at Dollar Tree on Vine Street had been kicked out of the store several times in the past. She yelled at the RP and tried to fight the RP. The woman left. The RP planned to call dispatch back to file trespassing paperwork.
6:47pm The RP at Plaza Park on Healdsburg Avenue was pushed down by a man. The RP did not want to press charges. Officers responded, and the parties were separated.
Friday, Oct. 2
6:52am The RP at Fairview Inn & Suites on Healdsburg Avenue said someone broke into the RP’s work truck during the overnight hours. The windows were broken and the toolboxes were pried open. Approximately $15,000 to $18,000 worth of items were stolen. An officer responded and took a report.
11:16am The RP at Max Machinery, Inc. on Healdsburg Avenue said the business’s computer network was compromised during overnight hours. The personal information of employees was leaked including social security numbers, bank accounts and other personal information. The business had information technology contractors scrub their network and accounts. The Federal Trade Commission suggested the RP report the issue to law enforcement. The RP brought the police a list of employees that were at risk.
12:00pm Two people at CVS Pharmacy on Center Street stole a 12-pack of beer. The RP wanted to press charges. Officers contacted a suspect, who did not have anything with him. He was released at the scene. An officer obtained video and identified the suspect. The 42-YO man was arrested and transported to county jail for repeat thefts.
1:29pm The RP at Safeway on Vine Street said a vehicle backed into her vehicle on Sept. 30, 2026. The other party did not see damage to the RP’s vehicle, refused to exchange information and left the scene. Subsequently, the RP discovered damage to the bumper and a small scratch. Officers met with the RP and took a report.
6:52pm Three people at Railroad Park on Front Street smoked marijuana. The RP believed they were associated with a nearby van. Officers responded and notified the people of the complaint.
9:21pm The RP near Duke’s Spirited Cocktails on Plaza Street wanted to know if a vendor had a required license. An officer advised the vendor of the complaint. The vendor said he would clean up and move along.
10:06pm High school students playing a game called Fugitive were chased on foot and then by a vehicle on Prince Avenue. Officers located the vehicle which performed hazardous maneuvers and exceeded speeds of 90 mph on city streets. Officers attempted a traffic stop of the vehicle but it failed to yield, resulting in a pursuit. The pursuit was ended out of concern for public safety. The Flock Automated License Plate Reader system was used to identify the suspect vehicle. The 18-YO male high school driver was arrested on Oct. 7, 2026, and the vehicle was seized.
10:41pm Loud banging, possibly gunshots, were heard by the river at Badger Park on Heron Drive. Officers responded. Some cars had been egged, but there was no evidence of a discharged firearm.
11:44pm The RP said an intoxicated driver left John & Zeke’s Bar & Grill. A 41-YO man was arrested and brought to county jail for DUI.
Saturday, Oct. 3
12:41am The RP in the Safeway parking lot on Vine Street was beat up by four people. The RP knew the names of three of the people. The RP wanted to press charges. The RP went to the hospital to get checked out. He had bruises and maybe a concussion. An officer spoke to the RP and took a report.
10:20am The RP on Healdsburg Avenue at Matheson Street said a vehicle hit the back of her car on Oct. 2, 2026. The other driver said he would pull over, but then he left. There was no damage to the RP’s car, but she wanted the information documented.
10:27am The RP on East Street said the RP’s vehicle was egged on Oct. 2, 2026. After the vehicle was cleaned, the RP noticed paint damage. A report was taken.
2:02pm A hit-and-run accident occurred at Badger Park on Heron Drive on Oct. 2, 2026. The RP spoke to an officer. A report was taken.
5:30pm The RP at the Healdsburg Police Department on Center Street said his social media was hacked and the RP received threats. Advice was provided.
Sunday, Oct. 4
12:02am A vehicle was stopped near Jerry’s Valero on Dry Creek Road for lack of registration. A 23-YO woman was cited and released for driving with a license suspended for DUI.
9:09am A man was at 7-Eleven on Healdsburg Avenue near the dumpsters. The RP wanted him to move along and wanted to press charges. Another RP called about the same man, who was subsequently in the store dumping out sugar and other items near the coffee station. He yelled at customers. An officer responded, and the man was verbally trespassed from the property. The RP planned to submit trespassing paperwork. The man was advised to leave the area.
9:23am A vehicle at the Roundabout on Healdsburg Avenue hit a bicyclist. The RP, the bicyclist, had pain in his elbow. The vehicle pulled over. The RP was transferred to medical dispatch, but the cyclist refused medical assistance. An officer responded, and a report was taken.
Compiled by Carolyn Brenner
