Sheriff’s Blotter, 3/30 – 4/5
Weekly summary of Sierra County law enforcement calls, arrests, wildlife sightings, and public safety responses.
Monday, March 30
11:50 - Information provided in Downieville.
15:44 - Report concerning disturbing the peace in Loyalton.
17:44 - A deputy conducted a traffic stop and arrested the driver for driving under the influence in Loyalton.
19:19 - Two were arrested in Loyalton for domestic battery and child endangerment following a report of a family fight.
Tuesday, March 31
02:15 - Medical situation in Loyalton.
08:47 - Accidental 9-1-1 call from Sierra Brooks.
09:05 - Report of two wolves on a ranch near the Sierra/Plumas County border, which were not deterred by livestock guardian dogs or humans. The Sheriff’s Office believes they are frequenting the Sierra Valley based on recent similar incidents.
09:20 - Report of school activities in Loyalton.
12:58 - Request for an agency assist in Alleghany.
13:17 - Ambulance requested in Loyalton.
14:26 - Report of a juvenile issue at the Loyalton High School.
15:37 - Civil service conducted at the Nevada County jail.
19:25 - Report of a vehicle accident on Highway 49 near Camptonville.
Wednesday, April 1
08:13 - Notification of a controlled burn at the Ramshorn transfer station.
08:34 - Over-length semi truck on Highway 49 near Indian Valley.
09:09 - Notification of a controlled burn in Sierraville.
10:19 - Ambulance requested in Loyalton.
14:41 - Report of disturbing the peace in Loyalton.
16:19 - 9-1-1 hang-up due to water on the phone lines in the Sierra City area.
Thursday, April 2
01:17 - Ambulance requested in Loyalton.
05:27 - Report of trees down blocking both lanes of Highway 89 just south of the Plumas County line.
10:31 - Lost dog in Sierra City.
11:57 - Request for assistance getting a vehicle unstuck from mud in the Dog Valley area. 775 Offroad and Recovery responded.
12:46 - Sierra County Probation conducted probation checks in Truckee.
14:37 - Request for a civil standby in Loyalton.
15:13 - Report of an unattended burning candle left on the altar at the Sierra City Methodist Church.
15:57 - Report of possible illegal campers in the Verdi area.
16:20 - Report of increased bear activity in the Sierra City area. Fish and Wildlife was notified.
16:25 - A gray wolf was photographed along Highway 49 between Loyalton and Sierraville. “The sighting occurred during daylight hours, and the wolf exhibited no apparent fear or aversion to the vehicle or individual taking the photograph.” The information was provided to Fish and Wildlife.
Friday, April 3
07:48 - Report of smoke visible along I-80. It was found to be steam from hot springs.
10:36 - Report of a disabled vehicle in the middle of the A23 road. The owner was on-scene, and Susanville Highway Patrol was notified.
11:14 - Someone was arrested in Downieville for disobeying a court order.
12:59 - Probation searches were conducted in Goodyears Bar.
17:41 - Property check conducted in the Sierra City area.
Saturday, April 4
01:31 - A deputy conducted a traffic stop in Downieville. Field sobriety tests were conducted, but the driver was not impaired.
19:58 - Ambulance requested in Loyalton.
20:34 - Dog problem in the Pike area.
22:26 - Report of children running in the roadway in Sierra City. The roadway was clear when a deputy checked.
Sunday, April 5
09:13 - Information provided to the Sheriff’s Office.
15:44 - Deputies removed rocks from Gold Lake Highway.
16:13 - Ambulance requested in Loyalton.
16:27 - Information provided to a citizen regarding a restraining order.
19:04 - A vehicle ran out of gas on Highway 89 near Sierraville. The Susanville Highway Patrol was notified.
19:54 - A deputy conducted a traffic stop within Lassen County’s jurisdiction. The driver had an outstanding warrant from Reno. The Lassen County Sheriff’s Office took over the incident and arrested the driver.
Total reported: 44