By News Staff on November 18, 2022
Crime & Safety

SACRAMENTO, Calif. — One defendant was sentenced and two others pleaded guilty today for their participation in a conspiracy to distribute cocaine, crack cocaine, and heroin in the Eastern District of California, U.S. Attorney Phillip A. Talbert announced. On June 3, 2021, a federal grand jury returned a 45-count indictment against 15 individuals for offenses related to […]
By News Staff on November 3, 2022
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Crime & Safety

The United States is seeking forfeiture of over $545 million in connection with this case Three of the Nine Arrests made in Rio Linda Yesterday, 11/2/2022, Federal, state, and local law enforcement from across the United States executed a nationwide, coordinated takedown of a national network of thieves, dealers, and processors for their roles in […]
By News Staff on September 20, 2022
Crime & Safety

Vandals dug a swastika and the words “F Jew” on and around the grass of the sixth hole at the Cherry Island Golf Course. Overnight last Thursday, vandals dug a swastika and an antisemitic remark on and around the grass of the sixth hole at the Cherry Island Golf Course in Elverta. The act of vandalism was […]
By News Staff on September 17, 2022
Crime & Safety

Last night at 9pm, the California Highway Patrol received reports of a sideshow taking place at Dutch Haven and Elverta Road. When officers arrived on the scene, there were over 100 vehicles and pedestrians blocking the intersection. While officers were dispersing the crowd, CHP officers attempted to make a traffic stop on a Honda Accord. […]
By News Staff on September 8, 2022
Crime & Safety

Sacramento – The Federal Bureau of Investigation Sacramento Field Office (FBI Sacramento) is cautioning the public to be wary of any unsolicited call, especially if the caller claims to be from the FBI. “Nothing sends a person into a panic like a call from law enforcement, especially when the call informs them that they have been […]
By News Staff on August 31, 2022
Crime & Safety

SACRAMENTO, Calif. – Labor Day weekend is quickly approaching, and many Californians are preparing to close out the summer with a holiday gathering or road trip. The California Highway Patrol (CHP) wants to ensure everyone reaches their destination safely and will implement a Maximum Enforcement Period (MEP) in anticipation of the increased traffic that often […]
By News Staff on July 1, 2022
Crime & Safety

Independence Day is on a Monday this year, resulting in a three-day weekend for many and a likely increase in vehicles traveling California’s roadways. The California Highway Patrol (CHP) is reminding motorists that driving too fast is not only illegal, but the leading cause of traffic fatalities. To help slow down motorists and increase safe […]
By News Staff on June 21, 2022
Crime & Safety

The Department of Human Assistance is keeping three service center locations open Tuesday to Monday to provide relief from the heat. All community members are welcome. Protective facial coverings will be required and provided to all visitors that do not have them. Pets must be on a leash or contained in an animal carrier at […]
By News Staff on June 16, 2022
Crime & Safety

With Independence Day coming up, please remember to know the risks of fireworks, only use legal fireworks, and stay safe when using them. If you see or suspect illegal firework usage, please report it! See reporting contact information below. The County has teamed up with our cities, fire, and law enforcement jurisdictions to educate our […]
By News Staff on June 10, 2022
Crime & Safety

These are the crimes reported to the Sacramento County Sheriff’s Office in Rio Linda and Elverta for March 2022. Per the Sheriff’s Department, this data is produced via a set of processes involving many different systems. No representation is made or implied regarding the accuracy of the data made available here. Copies of Crime Reports are available […]