ATASCADERO – On August 1, 2022, the California Statewide Law Enforcement Association (CSLEA) and its affiliate, Hospital Police Association of...
“Thank you to CHP Commissioner Amanda Ray for taking not only the time, but such a personal and special interest in our CSLEA members who work...
By CSLEA Supervising Counsel Dave De La Riva On July 7, 2022, California Statewide Law Enforcement Association (CSLEA) Supervising Legal Counsel...
SACRAMENTO – On July 11, 2022, California Statewide Law Enforcement Association (CSLEA) Senior Counsel Ryan Navarre spoke with new Department...
Dear CABCA Members, Your association, California Alcoholic Beverage Control Agents (CABCA), is currently holding an election for its Board...
SACRAMENTO - On June 29, 2022, the California Statewide Law Enforcement Association (CSLEA) Board of Directors met at CSLEA headquarters to discuss...
Dear CAFDI Members: The California Association of Food and Drug Investigators (CAFDI) election is currently underway. Once again, for your convenience,...
SACRAMENTO – Collecting unused and/or expired prescription drugs at safe drop off locations from individuals who no longer need them is one way...
“This is just one example of the work that CDI detectives do and why there is a need for their investigative work. Those who fraudulently collect insurance benefits are costing all of us, including businesses, money.” – CSLEA President Alan Barcelona...
UKIAH – On August 3, 2022, Robert Henry Brockway III, 35, generally of the Mendocino Coast, plead guilty to the second-degree murder of Jimmie Mathis Mooneyham back in October 2020. Brockway’s guilty plea was entered as jury selection for his trial was...
BUTTE COUNTY- On August 4, 2022, convicted serial killer Ryan Scott Blinston, 38, of Oroville, who operated in Butte and Tehama Counties was sentenced to three life terms without the possibility of parole for murdering three people, plus two more life...
“Drivers who are operate vehicles while under the influence of alcohol or a controlled substance put lives in danger. Thank you to the California Department of Justice criminalists who process evidence in these types of cases that either lead to the...
“In the interest of protecting licensed cannabis operations, as well as consumers and our environment, law enforcement officers are investigating illegal operations. This effort also works to protect community members that may live and or work in the...
“Kudos to the investigators who are continuing to identify and investigate those who fraudulently applied for and collected unemployment benefits during a time in which so many hardworking families suddenly found themselves without a source of income...
“Licensees have a responsibility to their customers and the community in which they operate. When conditions of an ABC license are violated, ABC agents will investigate and take appropriate action.” – CSLEA President Alan Barcelona LONG BEACH– On August...
“These undercover stings target those who are contracting without a license which puts consumers at risk and hurts licensed contractors. In addition, unlicensed contractors have not passed a state background check which includes criminal history.” –...
“We are grateful to the law enforcement officers who put their lives at risk while attempting to stop dangerous individuals who were evading peace officers and putting the community at risk. We are thankful no officers were hurt in the exchange of gunfire...
“Criminal investigations can be like puzzles and, with their science in hand, California DOJ criminalists go to work putting all the pieces together. It took decades to solve these cases but it was finally done with the work of law enforcement officers...
“It is easy to get turned around while hiking in our state parks and other areas. Fortunately, State Parks rangers and their local law enforcement partners are skilled in their search and rescue efforts.” -CSLEA President Alan Barcelona HUMBOLDT COUNTY...
BAKERSFIELD - On July 15, 2022, the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) announced it has revoked the liquor license of Grandma’s Sports Bar and Grill, located at 1901 Flower Street in Bakersfield. Alcohol sales are immediately prohibited....
“Auto insurance fraud is one of the reasons our insurance premiums are so high. Investigators and district attorneys are working to get the message across by investigating and prosecuting those who commit this crime. We all pay when someone commits...
“California must investigate and hold accountable individuals who try to fraudulently collect money that should not be paid t them. Workers’ compensation insurance fraud is not a victimless crime.” – CSLEA President Alan Barcelona LOS ANGELES — On July...
“This case is an example of the work that can be done using the latest technology and the resources of many different agencies. None of it brings the murder victim back to her family, but it may finally result in criminal justice.” – CSLEA President...
“These types of operations put officers in harm’s way as suspects are often armed and sometimes have butane honey oil extraction labs on the premises. We are grateful for the officers’ work to protect our communities, our environment, and those who legally...
