Warrant Subject Identified and Arrested

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**UPDATE**

On July 19th at about 2:52 pm, Carlos Juarez III was located and arrested. Juarez was booked on a Department of Parole warrant charging him with violation of parole regarding a previous stolen vehicle charge. Juarez was also charged with obstructing/ resisting Officers. Juarez was transported to the Winters Police Department for booking and to the Yolo County Jail for incarceration. Officers are currently investigating Juarez regarding additional criminal charges. We will provide an update regarding the additional charges pending the result of the investigation.

We would like to thank the community for their patience during this incident and helping us apprehend Juarez.

**ORIGINAL**

On July 19th at about 8:22 am, Officers responding to assist with a traffic hazard; encountered a person with a warrant.

Officers attempted to contact the person, who fled the scene. Yolo County Sheriff Office Deputies were contacted to assist with the search.

At one point, the person cut through the Winters Elementary School campus. The campus was being utilized by the City Of Winters After School Program for Munchkin Summer Camp. The facility was briefly placed on lockdown.

Several residents contacted law enforcement and advised the subject was seen in multiple yards in the residential areas north of Grant Avenue and East of Main Street. After a door to door search, Officers were unable to locate the person and the search was terminated.

The person has been identified as 39-year-old Carlos Juarez III. The Department of Parole has an active warrant for Juarez charging him with violation of parole regarding a previous stolen vehicle charge.

Juarez is currently transient and has family ties to the Winters area. He is described as a Hispanic male 5 feet 8 inches tall, weighing 166 pounds, with close-cut brown hair and brown eyes. Juarez also has multiple tattoos on his arms, back, chest, and neck.

If you see Juarez, please do not approach and call 911.

Previous booking photo of Juarez

Previous booking photo of Juarez

Arrest in stolen vehicle call

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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 3rd 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

Subject arrested on charges of vehicle theft

Suspicious Device Investigation

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**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

 

Arrest in assault call

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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

Patrol Vehicle at crime scene of an assault call.

2018 Pink Patch Project Results

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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.

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

Winter Weather Information

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Winter weather in Northern California can be unpredictable. We have gathered the information below to help keep track of weather reports and local conditions, please see the links/information below:

Regional Information
Our partners at California Highway Patrol have their radio traffic HERE, be sure to choose Sacramento under communication centers.

Road closures and maps can be accessed through CalTrans HERE

Alerts are available from your emergency jurisdictions by email and text by signing up through Yolo Alerts HERE

Local Conditions/ Information
Keep track of weather conditions that may impact your area HERE

County road conditions can be accessed HERE

Local conditions can also be tracked by following local emergency jurisdiction social media pages and local news sources.

What is the difference between an advisory, a watch, and a warning?
Advisories, watches, and warnings can be used to indicate both time frames and the severity of conditions. It is important to familiarize yourself with the various definitions in order to prepare your family for any dangerous conditions that may arise.

Advisories or Outlooks: are issued when the potential exists for an event in the next 3-7 days. An Outlook provides information to those who need considerable lead time to prepare for the event, such as public utility staff, emergency managers and public health officials. An advisory is for less serious conditions that cause significant discomfort or inconvenience and, if caution is not taken, could lead to a threat to life.

Watches: are issued when conditions are favorable for an event in the next 24 to 72 hours. A Watch is used when the risk of an event has increased but its occurrence and timing is still uncertain. A Watch provides enough lead time so that those who need to prepare can do so, such as cities officials who have event mitigation plans.

Warnings: are issued when an event is expected in the next 36 hours. These products are issued when an event is occurring, is imminent, or has a very high probability of occurring. The warning is used for conditions posing a threat to life.

Driving in Winter Weather
Drive at speeds safe for conditions. Wet roads and hard braking can cause people to lose traction and spin out of control because their speeds were unsafe for roadway conditions. Remember to:
Keep a safe distance while following a vehicle.
Keep a light touch on the brake and gas peddles. Gently decelerate to slow down, especially on turns. Don’t accelerate too hard to avoid fishtailing.
During heavy rains, use your windshield wipers and turn on your headlights (don’t forget to turn them off after you park).
Whenever possible, safely avoid puddles as it could cause a loss of traction, the vehicle could go into a pothole, or water could splash and cause internal damage to your electrical system. If you cannot safely pass a puddle, carefully slow down
Never drive around road closures / through flooded areas. You cannot tell if the roadway is safe or the water depth. A car can float with only two feet of water, remember to “Turn around, don’t drown.”
Go over your vehicle’s safety equipment
• Make sure your windshield wipers are functioning properly
• Replace old brittle wipers
• Check your tires for proper tread depth.
• Ensure all your lights are working, i.e., headlights, taillights and brake lights.

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