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Recently, the City of Winters experienced a series of thefts from unlocked vehicles and a stolen vehicle report. Each of these cases (6 in total) involved unlocked vehicles. Items taken included wallets and assorted cash; all appeared to be crimes of opportunity involving items left in plain sight. The thefts have occurred throughout the city regardless if the vehicle was parked in a driveway or on the street.

One resident was able to provide video from a home security camera (a photo from the video clip of the subject is below). We are asking residents on the following streets to check their cameras for activity between 10 pm on Sunday, February 9th to 6 am on Monday, February 10th: Main St, East Main St, Creekside Way, Red Bud Ln, Anderson Ave, and Riverview Ct. Any information regarding suspicious persons in your neighborhood can be reported anonymously by calling 530-795-4561.

The Winters Police Department reminds residents that leaving vehicles unlocked and items visible in your vehicle provides an opportunity for thieves to enter your vehicle and take your possessions with little effort.

To help prevent theft always:
• Park in a well-lighted area, if possible
• Lock your vehicle always and activate the security system
• Never leave valuables, including firearms, in your vehicle
• Secure all items from view. If it can be seen, it can be stolen
• Report any suspicious activity to Winters Police at 530-795-4561 for non-emergency. Call 911 in the event of an emergency.

Always remembering to “REMOVE IT, LOCK IT, OR LOSE IT” reduces your chance of being the next victim.

Media inquiries: 530-795-2261

Photo of a person of interest

PSPS Update on October 9 2019 at 12:00

From the City Manager:

As of now, approximately 2/3 of the City has power with the core area of town, including the Downtown without power.

In our discussions with key folks with OES and PG&E, they have said that if your power is off now, you will be off for the duration of the event which is Thursday in the afternoon. If your power is on, there is a very good chance you will stay on through the duration. It looks like they have tightened the maps and vulnerable areas to refine the shut offs.

PSPS Update on October 9 at 6:30

From the City Manager:

Power went out to the entire town around 1:00 am and about 2/3 of the City was back on at 5:45. The core area is still out. Yolo Office of Emergency Services Personnel will be participating in a Statewide Conference Call at 7:30 am and we should know about the possibility of further shutdowns during the day today possibly for the entire town, again.

The wind event is supposed to hit the Winters area this afternoon and into the evening. City Hall is out of power so we will be relocating to the Public Safety Facility on Main Street , opening after 10:00 am.

Stay tuned for more updates.

From the Chief of Police:

The traffic signals in Winters will be set to flashing red effective tonight (October 8) in order to extend the signals’ emergency battery life over PG&E’s planned Public Safety Power Outage (PSPS). It is anticipated the emergency batteries will only last approximately 24 hours. Additional “STOP” signs are being placed at the intersections to remind drivers that intersections controlled by a flashing red are to be treated as an intersection controlled solely by stop signs and in case the batteries fail. Please exercise caution, follow the rules of the road, and extend courtesy to other vehicles using the roads.

PSPS Update on October 8 at 5:00

From the City Manager

Community Resources Center- Winters

A Community Resource Center will be available on the property located at the corner of Railroad Ave/E. Abbey Street in Downtown Winters, starting Wednesday, 10/9 at 8:00 am to 6:00 pm until the PSPS event has concluded. Available will be: restrooms, bottled water, electronic device charging, A/C, seating for up to 100 people.

PSPS Update on October 8 at 4:30

From the City Manager

All,

PG&E has notified us that they plan to shut down power overnight in the morning hours of October 9. In preparation for the planned power shut off, the City has implemented as follows:

• Here is a map of the area affected by the Public Safety Power Shutdown https://yolo.maps.arcgis.com/apps/webappviewer/index.html?id=5951a87cddb84b3ab684014dc3dd5456/

• We do NOT foresee any issues with either Water or Sewer Services. We have backup generators which will power the City facilities which we expect things to run normally.

• The City is working with the Yolo Office of Emergency Services and PG&E for a “Community Resource Center” (CRC) to be located in town. These are air conditioned locations where people can also power up their devices and get a little power. Stay tuned for a confirmed location which will be in town

• For residents who live in the country areas around the City (Golden Bear, Positas, Yolo and Solano County Areas) we will have a fire hydrant at the corner of Valley Oak and 128 with a hose for folks to get water. For residents in Golden Bear and the flatter area, Winters Fire will offer water deliver for folks with large animals. Go to this Google document to make a reservation https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSexQRkxsWFGg-H0JVEZ5rqh34QcoCJsemn_zhnJ4geMpIzc9g/viewform?usp=pp_url

• No water deliveries will be available to Positas or Solano County but those residents can get water at the Valley Oak/128 location.

• City Hall will relocate our operations to the Public Safety Facility, 700 Main Street beginning at 10:00 a.m. on October 9. Building Permit pick up and utility bill drop off will be available. For those just dropping off bill payment, the City Hall drop box is still available.

PSPS ORIGINAL October 8

From the City Manager

The City has received notification from PG&E that our area is scheduled for a Public Safety Power Shutoff for the early morning period of October 9. The shutdown could last for as many as five days. Please plan accordingly.

The City of Winters has been notified of the possibility that a Public Safety Power Shutdown may impact the entire City of Winters, Golden Bear Estates, Positas and Winters areas in both Yolo and Solano Counties. The plan is also expected to impact other Yolo County areas west of Interstate 505.

The outages are based on wind events which are predicted to come into the area beginning at 4:00 am on Wednesday, October 9 and last into Friday, October 11, 2019. Power may be out for as many as five (5) days.

The City is mobilizing our operations to facilitate water and wastewater operations, public safety and the possibility of the City being without power for a couple of days.

Information from the City will be via the City of Winters Facebook Page as well as the Winters Fire and Winters Police.

Folks can get information via the PGE Website by clicking https://www.pge.com/en_US/safety/emergency-preparedness/natural-disaster/wildfires/public-safety-power-shutoff-faq.page .

To get information directly to your cell phone, sign up for YOLO Alert by clicking https://member.everbridge.net/index/453003085611271#/login

Officers from the Winters Police Department would like to invite the community members of Winters to join in the 2019 Pink Patch Project. The program started with southern California public safety agencies as a collaborative public awareness campaign designed to bring attention to the fight against breast cancer.

The program centers on pink versions of the Public Safety Officer’s uniform patch. The project goal is to raise funds from the sale of pink patches to go directly to fund the research, treatment and education needed to help find a cure and to support breast cancer research organizations in combating this devastating disease. The pink patches are intended to stimulate conversation with the community and to encourage public awareness about the importance of early detection and the on-going fight against this disease.

The development of new techniques in surgery, radiation therapy, hormone therapy and chemotherapy in addition of increasing awareness about the life-saving benefits of early detection has helped increase the number of breast cancer survivors. However, it is estimated that approximately 1 in 8 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in her lifetime. This disease can have a profound impact on the patient and their loved ones.

Each public safety agency collaborating in the Pink Patch Project campaign has partnered with a cancer research organization or support group in their communities. Winters PD has chosen to support the UC Davis Breast Health Center, which offers imaging, prevention strategies, genetic counseling, risk assessment, and specialty physician-patient care to women.
The proceeds from sale of the patches will go directly to benefit UC Davis Breast Cancer Research. Since 2017, the Winters community has raised $3,247.00.

You can support the Pink Patch Project by contacting the Winters Police Department (702 Main St Winters, CA 95694) to purchase your Winters Police Pink Patch for $10 cash or check. If purchasing by mail, please include a self-addressed stamped envelope. Patches will also be available at community events. Business owners who would like to partner with the department as a patch purchase location can contact the department at tips.winters@winterspolice.org

Today’s Date: 04-17-2019
Submitted By: John Miller, Chief of Police
Phone: (530) 795-2261

Title: Arrest in stolen vehicle call

On April 3^rd at about 5:00 pm, Officers responded to the parking lot of 121 East Grant Avenue for a report of a stolen vehicle.

Officers reviewed video surveillance. The video showed a male steal a white 1992 Nissan Pick-up License Plate 17389D2; which had been left unlocked with the key inside and flee the area. Officers were able to determine the vehicle left by the suspect had been stolen from the City of Antioch with license plates stolen from the City of Williams. The stolen items were returned to their owners.

Winters Officers reached out to the Williams Police Department, Antioch Police Department and other bay area agencies to advise them of the situation and share the suspect description.

The stolen vehicle was seen in Concord by a Contra Costa Sheriff Office Deputy, who made an enforcement stop. The driver of the vehicle was taken into custody.

The driver was identified as Kenneth Hubbs, 41, of Oakley. Hubbs was arrested by the Contra Costa Sheriff Office on charges of vehicle theft, receipt of stolen property, violation of parole, and possession of burglary tools. Hubbs was booked at the Martinez Detention Facility for incarceration.

Cases like these are a good reminder for residents to lock their vehicles, make sure all valuables (wallets, purses, and electronics) are removed from the vehicle, and make sure keys are accounted for and secured.

Subject arrested on charges of vehicle theft

**UPDATE**

The Yolo County Explosive Ordinance Disposal Unit have evaluated the device and have determined it is inert. They will be collecting the device for disposal.

This unique situation is a reminder to promptly report to local law enforcement any suspicious devices and never attempt to handle or transport potentially dangerous devices.

**ORIGINAL**

The Winters Police Department is currently investigating a suspicious device.

Due to the nature of the investigation our parking area is temporarily closed. There is no immediate danger to the public. Updates will be posted as they become available.

Media inquiries: 530-794-6723

Today’s Date: 04-09-2019

Submitted By: Albert Ramos, Sergeant

Media Inquiries, please phone: (530) 795-2261

Title: Arrest in assault call

On April 5th at about 12:01 pm, Officers received a call along East Baker Street and Wild Rose Lane regarding an individual who had been assaulted. The victim stated an individual punched, choked, and attempted to stab him with a screwdriver.

An Officer recognized the suspect, matching the description given by the victim, from a previous call earlier in the day. The Winters Police Department reached out to neighboring agencies to advise them of the situation and obtained a warrant for the arrest of the suspect.

The suspect was identified as Matthew Alexandere Flores, 23, of Vacaville. Flores was arrested by the Solano County Sheriff Office on charges of assault with a deadly weapon, assault causing great bodily injury, retaliation against a witness, and attempted murder. Flores was booked at the Solano County Jail for incarceration.

Patrol Vehicle at crime scene of an assault call.

Chelsea Garner, on behalf of the UC Davis Breast Health Center, holds a check for the 2018 Pink Patch Project. 2018 Pink Patch sales totaled $2,227. The proceeds from the sale of the patches went directly to benefit the UC Davis Breast Health Center, which offers imaging, prevention strategies, genetic counseling, risk assessment, and specialty physician patient care to people in our communities.

We would like to give a special shout out to everyone who helped with the project and to our major donors:
Putah Creek Cafe
Winters Tow
Ace Hardware
The Life Center
Gwen Pisani
Realty World
And the members of Winters Rotary

Chelsea Garner, on behalf of the UC Davis Breast Health Center, holds a check for the 2018 Pink Patch Project.