Police car with Chief Matt Jenkins
TWILIGHT PARADE With Healdsburg Police Chief Matt Jenkins at the wheel and Cloverdale Chief of Police Chris Parker riding shotgun, law enforcement maintained a presence in the May 22 FFA parade.

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

Monday, May 12

9:42am A 26-year-old (YO) man was stopped on Westside Road for a probation check and biking in the wrong lane. He was arrested and brought to county jail for probation violations, possession of drug paraphernalia, petty theft, theft by use of access to a credit or atm card information and misappropriation of lost property.

1:59pm A weapon violation occurred at Healdsburger on Healdsburg Avenue. A 46-YO man was arrested and brought to county jail for carrying a concealed dirk or dagger, possession of methamphetamine, possession of drug paraphernalia and contempt of court.

10:11pm The Reporting Party (RP) indicated that a possible drunk driver exited Hwy 101 at Dry Creek Road. The call was transferred to California Highway Patrol (CHP). Officers responded and checked the area, but the vehicle was gone on arrival and unable to be located.

Tuesday, May 13

12:05am A vehicle was stopped near Healdsburg City Hall on Grove Street for violating vehicle registration rules. A 45-YO man was arrested and brought to county jail for drunk driving. 

9:22am The owner of Falling for Dainty on Center Street said a woman blocked the entrance to her shop. The owner asked the woman to move over and the woman became hostile. The owner wanted to file trespassing paperwork against the woman. While officers were en route, the woman walked into the police department lobby and spoke with officers. Advice was given. 

3:33pm A hit-and-run car accident occurred at Healdsburg Chevrolet on Healdsburg Avenue. A vehicle hit a light pole and knocked it down. An officer took a report.

Wednesday, May 14

11:00am The RP near Lola’s Market on Healdsburg Avenue indicated that a truck was unable to maintain lanes, used the left-hand blinker while moving into the right-hand lane, traveled 45 mph and swerved. An officer responded and made contact with the driver. The driver was not intoxicated. The driver was advised of the driving complaint.

4:59pm The RP at Big John’s Market on Healdsburg Avenue said a suspect ate a chicken strip and put a soda into his backpack. The suspect was confronted by the store manager and returned the soda. The RP decided not to press charges for shoplifting but wanted to file trespass paperwork against the suspect.

Thursday, May 15

4:21am A hit-and-run accident occurred on Hudson Street at Front Street. The RP requested police check the area. Officers arrived on scene and located the RP’s vehicle that was legally parked with damage to the body. Officers located a trail of oil leading to a suspect vehicle possibly involved in the accident. The vehicle was towed for evidence and a report was taken. 

1:30pm A vehicle was stopped near Chevron on Healdsburg Avenue for making an illegal U-turn and a probation check. A 57-YO man was arrested and transported to county jail for possession of a controlled substance with two or more priors, possession of a controlled narcotic and violation of probation. The man’s vehicle and dog were released to his mother.

6:14pm The RP’s vehicle was hit at Healdsburger on Healdsburg Avenue by a suspect vehicle described as a small, white SUV. The RP wanted to press charges and an officer took a report. 

Friday, May 16

12:05am While out on patrol an officer heard a disturbance at Leaven Clothing Co. on Healdsburg Avenue. The individuals involved denied there was a problem and no action was taken.

2:08pm The RP stated her vehicle had been hit at Dollar Tree on Vine Street within the previous two hours. The RP wanted to press charges for hit-and-run. An officer responded and took a report.

9:22pm Two people surrounded by others fought near the Rite Aid Drugstore on Healdsburg Avenue. Medical assistance was staged and officers arrived on the scene. The RP said several subjects ran in different directions once law enforcement arrived. Officers checked the area and spoke with bystanders. The subjects were gone on arrival and unable to be located. The medical assistance was canceled.

Saturday, May 17

10:45am On May 16, a hit-and-run accident occurred at Exchange Bank on Vine Street. The RP did not want to press charges but wanted documentation for insurance. An officer provided advice and an incident number to the RP. 

12:06pm A protest occurred at Plaza Park on Healdsburg Avenue. The RP stated that a person had a sign that said “86 the 47.” The RP believed that was a threat to assassinate the president. The RP was advised that people have a right to protest and free speech. The RP became upset and yelled obscenities at dispatch. The incident was documented and officers were advised of the situation.

5:21pm The RP on Grove Street at West North Street stated that an extremely intoxicated woman drove a vehicle southbound on Grove Street. The RP spoke with the driver before the driver entered the vehicle and said she slurred her words, wobbled and stumbled. Officers checked the area and made contact with the driver. A 53-YO woman was arrested and brought to county jail for drunk driving and obstructing an officer.

6:23pm The RP on North Street stated that the RP was in a verbal argument with a person who had been staying with him for two days. The suspect told the RP that the suspect would break his jaw and “bounce his head off the ground like a basketball.” The suspect walked away, possibly towards the Dollar Tree where he works. The RP wanted to press charges and file trespass paperwork against the suspect. At 7:34pm, the RP said the suspect returned with a huge branch in his hand. The suspect was out of control, possibly under the influence of a substance. Officers arrived and spoke to both parties. The RP decided not to press charges and just wanted the suspect to leave. The parties separated.

6:41pm The RP near Jerry’s Valero on Dry Creek Road stated a vehicle swerved on Hwy 101. The RP was transferred to CHP and officers were advised of the situation.

10:20pm Two callers near Sunnyvale Drive at Spruce Way reported hearing shots fired or fireworks. Officers checked the area and spoke with a bystander, but the bystander did not see or hear anything. No further assistance was needed.

10:43pm The RP said the RP’s intoxicated partner arrived home and an altercation occurred.  On the call to dispatch, multiple other voices were heard in the background and a 6-YO child was mentioned. Officers arrived, and the suspect was drunk and uncooperative. A Taser was deployed. The 38-YO man was taken to Healdsburg Hospital for medical clearance. Assistance was provided by the Sonoma County Sheriff’s Office at the hospital. Subsequently, the man was arrested and brought to county jail for obstruction and disorderly conduct.

Sunday, May 18

5:02pm The RP stated that a woman smoked a meth pipe at West Plaza Park on North Street. Officers responded. A 58-YO woman was cited and released for violation of probation and possession of drug paraphernalia.

7:20pm Officers responded with County Health to a taco truck near Tip Top Liquor Warehouse on Dry Creek Road to deal with a permit issue.

8:50pm Two vehicles raced on University Avenue at Sunnyvale Drive. An officer responded and checked the area. The vehicles were gone on arrival and unable to be located.

Compiled by Carolyn Brenner

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