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Stockton Man Arrested For Trafficking Fent in Nevada

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Per Sparks PD:

“On 9/23/2026 Detectives with the Regional Crimes Suppression Unit along with the assistance of a Reno Police Department K9 Unit, arrested 32-year-old Raymello Brown of Stockton, CA, at the conclusion of an investigation into illegal fent*nyl distribution in Sparks, NV.

During the investigation, detectives observed Brown conducting numerous hand-to-hand narc*tic transactions in the area of Henry Orr Parkway in Sparks, NV.

Detectives served search warrants at two separate residences in Sparks, NV. Detectives located 323.36 gross grams of fentanyl. According to the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA), the quantity of fent*nyl seized carries a street value over $47,000 and is the equivalent of over 161,000 lethal doses.

Detectives also recovered four fi****ms, ammunition, fent^nyl manufacturing paraphernalia, and over $60,000 in U.S. currency.

Brown is a convicted felon and is prohibited from possessing fi****ms.

Brown was transported to the Washoe County Jail where he was booked on the following charges:

-Possession of a c*ntrolled substance x3
-Possession of a c*ntrolled substance for sales x3
-Sales of a c*ntrolled substance x3
-Attempted sales of a c*ntrolled substance
-Prohibited person possess firearm x4
-Possession of a firearm with obliterated serial number
-Trafficking in a c*ntrolled substance
-Manufacturing of a c*ntrolled substance

No additional information will be released at this time.

The Regional Crime Suppression Unit is comprised of detectives from the Sparks Police Department and Reno Police Department.”

Is anybody going?

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The Sacramento Speakers Series is kicking off their season with Monica Lewinsky on September 30.

“Don’t miss this thought-provoking evening featuring one of today’s most compelling voices on culture, resilience, and reclaiming your story.

Grab your tickets at the link in our bio!
Safe Credit Union Performing Arts Center
September 30, 2026
We’ll see you there!”

Fatal Collision Involving Turlock Transit Bus Under Investigation

Per Turlock PD:

“On September 24, 2026, at approximately 8:10 p.m., Turlock Police officers were dispatched to a hit-and-run collision on Lander Avenue, just north of Highway 99.

The preliminary investigation determined that a white Kia sedan, driven by Kevin Wooten, 53-year-old of Turlock, collided with another vehicle before leaving the scene. No injuries were reported in the initial collision.

While officers were responding to the first collision, Turlock Police received a report of a second collision near High Street and West Avenue South involving the same Kia and a
Turlock Transit bus.

Investigators determined Wooten was traveling westbound on High Street when he failed to stop at the intersection of West Avenue South and collided with the Turlock Transit bus. The impact caused the bus to leave the roadway and strike a nearby residence, partially entering the home. The residence was unoccupied at the time.

The collision also damaged a fire hydrant and a natural gas line, requiring the intersection to be closed while emergency crews and PG&E responded.

When officers arrived, Wooten was found unresponsive inside the Kia. Despite lifesaving efforts, Wooten was pronounced deceased at the scene.

The Turlock Transit bus was occupied only by its driver, who sustained serious injuries and was transported to a local hospital for treatment. The driver is expected to make a full recovery.

The Turlock Police Department’s Major Accident Investigation Team (MAIT) responded and is continuing to investigate the collision. It is not known at this time whether drugs or alcohol played a factor in the incident. Toxicology test results are pending.

This case remains under investigation by the Turlock Police Department’s Major Accident Investigation Team. Anyone with information regarding this investigation is encouraged to contact Officer Ferreira at (209) 668-6576.”

CHP Scores A Rare Crackdown of a Big Rig On I-5 🚛

Per CHP:

“🚛 76 MPH + WRONG LANE = PUMP THE BRAKES!

While patrolling I-5, CHP Officer Michaelson observed this commercial truck traveling in the #2 lane (out of lane), passing other commercial vehicles at 76 miles per hour- that’s 21 MPH over the legal limit for this vehicle!

Here’s the important part: Commercial vehicles subject to California’s 55 MPH maximum speed limit must obey that limit, regardless of the higher posted speed limit for other traffic. Commercial vehicles are also restricted from certain lanes depending on the roadway.

There’s a reason for these restrictions. A fully loaded commercial vehicle can weigh tens of thousands of pounds and requires significantly more time and distance to stop. Add excessive speed, and the driver has even less time to react when traffic conditions suddenly change. The consequences of a collision can be severe.

The driver was stopped and cited.

We appreciate the professional drivers who safely move goods through our communities every day. Please stay in the appropriate lanes, obey the 55 MPH limit when required, and give yourself plenty of time and space to react.

🚔 Slow down. Stay alert. Stay in your lane. Arrive alive.”

Stockton Task Force Makes 492 Arrests In Just Months

The Stockton Police Department is highlighting results from several local, state and federal law enforcement partnerships during the first six months of 2026.

SPD says working with outside agencies allows investigators to combine personnel, intelligence and resources to address narcotics, gun crime, auto theft and wanted suspects.

From January through June 2026, SPD reported:

San Joaquin County Metro Narcotics Task Force
• 80 arrests
• 105 fi****ms seized
• 250 lbs. of methamphetamine
• 1.5 million methamphetamine pills
• 4 lbs. of fentanyl
• 12,500 fentanyl pills
• 90 lbs. of co***ne
• 100,000 ecstasy pills
• 220 lbs. of ma*****na
• 10,000 ma*****na plants

Delta Regional Auto Theft Task Force
• 236 arrests
• 141 search warrants
• 377 stolen vehicles recovered

FBI
• 61 arrests
• 55 warrants
• 54 guns seized

ATF
• 10 arrests
• 15 residential search warrants
• 20 guns seized

U.S. Marshals
• 105 arrests
• 29 warrants
• 9 guns seized

SPD says the results demonstrate the importance of partnerships between local, state and federal law enforcement agencies in addressing crime affecting Stockton residents.

FROM POLICE UNION PRESIDENT TO POLICE UNION SCRUTINY: FORMER STOCKTON DEPUTY CHIEF NANCE REMAINS AT CENTER OF RENO CONTROVERSY

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Former Stockton Deputy Police Chief Kathryn Nance remains at the center of a major controversy involving the Reno Police Department.

The story has deep Stockton ties.

Nance spent roughly 25 years with Stockton Police, eventually becoming deputy chief. She was also a finalist for Stockton police chief in 2022 before Stanley McFadden was selected.

But before joining management, Nance sat on the other side of the table.

She served as president of the Stockton Police Officers Association, representing Stockton’s rank-and-file officers.

Nance left Stockton in 2023 to become Reno’s first female police chief.

Earlier this year, Nance and five members of Reno Police leadership were placed on administrative leave amid investigations into alleged policy violations. Nance and two assistant chiefs were subsequently fired without cause.

The investigation involving Nance and other former command staff has continued, with administrative matters now being handled through Reno Police Internal Affairs.

In an ironic reversal from her Stockton years, representatives of the Reno Police Protective Association have taken a critical posture toward department leadership while repeatedly distancing Reno’s rank-and-file officers from the allegations and controversy involving command staff.

Nance once headed the police union in Stockton.

She later became a deputy chief and came within one hiring decision of becoming Stockton’s police chief.

Now, as the former chief in Reno, she finds herself on the opposite side of a police labor organization as questions surrounding her administration continue to be investigated.

The investigations and allegations do not, by themselves, establish criminal wrongdoing.

Armed Suspects Point Handgun at Employee During Business Robbery

Per SPD:

“Armed Robbery (1100) 2500 Block of East Fremont Street, Park District

The male victim, 29, was working at a business in the listed area when the suspects entered. One suspect
pointed a handgun at the victim and demanded property. The victim complied, and the suspects fled on foot toward a vehicle. SUSPECTS: Two adult Black males.”

Shoplifting Confrontation Turns Threatening as Suspect Reaches Into Waistband

Per SPD:

“Robbery (2027) 7800 Block of West Lane, Valley Oak District

The male victim, 25, was working at a business in the listed area when he confronted the suspects for shoplifting merchandise. One of the suspects reached into his waistband and threatened the victim. The suspects fled on foot with the merchandise. SUSPECTS: Two Black male adults.”

False Plates Lead Officers to Discover Illegal Firearm During Traffic Stop

Per SPD:

“Weapon Arrest (1901) Yellowstone Avenue and Burkett Avenue, Park District

Officers conducted a traffic enforcement stop in the listed area. The vehicle was found to have false license plates. A search of the vehicle revealed that the suspect was in unlawful possession of a firearm. ARRESTED: Maurice Smith, 28, for weapon and traffic charges.”

56 Year Old Driver Arrested After Leading Officers on Brief Pursuit

Per SPD:

“Pursuit Arrest (1502) Ridge River Avenue and Henry Long Boulevard, Seaport District

Officers attempted a traffic enforcement stop in the listed area. The driver failed to yield, leading officers on a brief pursuit. The pursuit concluded when the driver yielded and surrendered. ARRESTED: Lamont Jackson, 56, for pursuit charges.”