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Reporting Deputy: Sergeant Porfirio Rubio 

File # C222660006

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Teresa Bolanos

On Friday, September 23, 2022, at 10:38 AM, deputies assigned to the Thermal Station responded to a school in the 86100 block of 66th Avenue in Thermal regarding a Hispanic female adult harassing juveniles at the bus stop in Mecca. During the investigation, deputies identified Teresa Bolanos, a 61-year-old resident of Coachella, as the person involved in three different incidents involving children.

On September 28, 2022, members of the Southern Coachella Valley Community Services District Team located Bolanos in the 91000 block of 4th St in Mecca, where she was taken into custody. Bolanos was transported and booked at the John Benoit Detention Center for annoying or harassing a child under the age of 18 years.

All persons involved in this incident are identified and no additional suspects are being sought. Anyone with information regarding this incident is encouraged to contact Deputy J. Zazueta of the Thermal Station at 760-272-8367.

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Reporting Deputy: Sergeant Oscar Gutierrez

File # LA222720032

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 Jose Manuel Alvarez

On Thursday, September 29, 2022, about 10:54 AM, deputies from the Thermal Station responded to a theft in progress that occurred at a business in the 79900 block of Highway 111 in the City of La Quinta. Upon deputies’ arrival, the suspect, identified as Jose Manuel Alvarez, a 45-year-old resident of Indio, was in the process of stealing several power tools. As deputies attempted to make contact, Alvarez dropped the tools and fled on foot. A foot pursuit ensued as deputies chased Alvarez through the parking lot and wash, and into a nearby residential community. A perimeter was established and Alvarez was located hiding in the backyard of a residence in the 80600 block of Veranda Lane. Alvarez was subsequently taken into custody without further incident. Alvarez was identified as a suspect in multiple power tool thefts which occurred in the cities of La Quinta and Indio over the past several weeks. Alvarez was booked into the John Benoit Detention Center for theft and resisting a peace officer.

Anyone with information about this investigation is urged to contact Corporal Lorton of the La Quinta Special Enforcement Team at 760-863-8990.

As a reminder, “Community Policing” involves partnerships between law enforcement and community members. Business owners and residents are encouraged to report criminal activity directly to law enforcement by calling Sheriff’s Dispatch at 760-836-3215, or by calling 911 if the matter is an emergency. Criminal activity can also be reported through the We-Tip Crime Reporting Hotline at 909-987-5005.

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Reporting Deputy: Sergeant Matthew Allert

File # Y222730002

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Eduardo Antonio Felix

On September 30, 2022, at 12:11 AM, Thermal Station deputies were involved in a vehicle pursuit with Eduardo Antonio Felix, a 38-year-old resident of Coachella. The vehicle pursuit was initiated in the 83000 block of Avenue 48 in the city of Coachella, after the vehicle was determined to be stolen.

The pursuit led deputies through several streets in Coachella and ended when Felix abandoned the vehicle and fled on foot. Felix was apprehended by deputies behind the 85000 block of Huxley Court, following a short foot pursuit. He was booked at the John Benoit Detention Center for vehicle theft with prior convictions, possession of stolen property, felony evading, possession of a controlled substance, driving under the influence of a controlled substance, and resisting arrest.

Anyone with additional information is urged to contact Deputy Day of the Thermal Station by calling 760–863–8990.

If you wish to remain anonymous, call Valley Crimestoppers at (760) 341–7867.

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Reporting Deputy: Sergeant Oscar Gutierrez

File # C222730028

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Marcos Jesus Espinoza

On Friday, September 30, 2022, at 2:54 PM, deputies from the Thermal Station responded to the 87100 block of Center Street in Thermal, regarding reports of an intoxicated teacher at a local school campus. A student inside a classroom called their parent to say they believed their teacher was intoxicated and students in the class were frightened by the teacher’s behavior. School officials, along with campus security, contacted the teacher and removed him from the classroom while they waited for law enforcement to arrive.

The investigation revealed, Marcos Jesus Espinoza, a 44-year-old resident of Palm Desert and teacher at the school, was believed to be under the influence of alcohol and believed to have consumed it while instructing students. Espinoza was arrested and booked at the John Benoit Detention Center for public intoxication, possession of alcohol on school grounds, and child endangerment.

Anyone with information about this investigation is urged to contact Deputy Telles of the Thermal Sheriff’s Station by calling 760–863–8990. If you wish to remain anonymous, call Valley Crimestoppers at 760–341–7867.

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Reporting Deputy: Sergeant Steven Rivera

File # Y222730043

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On Friday, September 30, 2022, at 10:24 PM, Thermal Station deputies assigned to the city of Coachella, responded to a report of a major injury collision involving a vehicle versus a pedestrian in the intersection of Cesar Chavez Street and Cairo Street. Upon arrival, deputies located a Hispanic male adult approximately 50 years old, lying unresponsive in the middle of the street. Paramedics were summoned to the scene and life-saving measures were performed; however, the pedestrian succumbed to his injuries at a local hospital. The preliminary investigation revealed the pedestrian was struck by two separate vehicles moments apart, both of whom fled the scene without stopping.

The Coachella traffic team responded to the location and assumed the investigation. The cause of the collision has not yet been determined and the investigation is still ongoing. The identity of the deceased will not be released pending further investigation and the notification of the next of kin. Anyone with information or who may have witnessed this collision and has not been interviewed is encouraged to call Deputy Nevins of the Thermal Station at 760-863-8990.

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Reporting Deputy: Sergeant Mariano Matos III

File # Y222780012

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William Flores Rosas

On October 5, 2022, at 7:00 A.M., members of the Coachella Community Action Team (CCAT), with the assistance of the La Quinta Special Enforcement Team (SET), and the Riverside County K-9 Team, served a search warrant at a residence located in the 50-000 block of Kenmore Street in the city of Coachella. The search warrant stemmed from an incident in the city of Coachella where a suspect fled from a vehicle and discarded a loaded handgun. Members of CCAT were able to identify the suspect as documented criminal street gang member, William Flores Rosas, a 21-year-old resident of Coachella. During the initial incident, the handgun was recovered. During the search warrant, Rosas was arrested and items of evidentiary value were located and seized. Rosas was charged with being a convicted felon in possession of a firearm, convicted felon in possession of ammunition, and committing a felony while out on bail. Rosas was booked at the John Benoit Detention Center in the city of Indio.

Anyone with any information regarding this incident is urged to contact Deputy Molina with the Riverside County Sheriff’s Department at (760)863-8990, or Crime Stoppers at (760)341-STOP (7867).

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Reporting Deputy: Ryan Nevins

File # N/A

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Coachella, Calif. – The Riverside County Sheriff’s Department encourages parents and students to join their classmates and walk, bike, or roll to class Oct. 12, 2022.

“Walk and Roll to School Day” is celebrated annually to highlight the benefits of exercise and practice pedestrian and road safety with other students, families, and caregivers.

“Walking to school is a great way to exercise on a daily basis and feel comfortable getting to and from school safely,” Deputy Ryan Nevins said.

“We hope this is a fun, rewarding experience for students and members of the community that shows how important it is for everyone to be safe walking, biking or rolling.”

The Riverside County Sheriff’s Department offers tips for students who walk, bike, or roll to school:

• Plan your route on roads with sidewalks or paths away from traffic. If there are no sidewalks, walk or ride as far from cars as possible, facing traffic.
• Use crosswalks, preferably at stop signs or signals. If there are unmarked crosswalks, cross at corners on streets with fewer lanes and lower speed limits.
• Always look left-right-left before crossing the street. Continue to scan for traffic as you cross the street.
• Watch for cars entering/leaving driveways or parking spaces.
• Always wear a helmet when riding or rolling.
• Be aware of your surroundings. Keep earbud or headphone volume low enough so you can still hear around you.

Drivers should be extra careful and anticipate more foot and bike traffic the morning of Oct. 12, as well as be prepared to stop for school buses and children crossing the street. Drivers should always watch their speed and slowdown in school zones.

Schools are encouraged to register at walkbiketoschool.org as a way of tracking participation and showing support for active, healthy, and safe transportation.

Funding for this program was provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

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Reporting Deputy: Ryan Nevins

File # N/A

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Coachella, Calif. – October is National Pedestrian Safety Month and the Riverside County Sheriff’s Department will raise awareness about the safety of people walking throughout the month, emphasizing that “safe drivers, safe speeds, and safe vehicles, save lives.”

“Whether in a parking lot, crosswalk, or sidewalk, we are all pedestrians at one point,” Deputy Ryan Nevins said. “Drivers, please slow down and be extra careful around people walking. Put yourself in their shoes and drive how you would want someone to drive when you are walking.”

The safety of people outside of vehicles is a significant traffic safety concern, with at least two pedestrians or bicyclists killed on California roads every day. Between 2010 and 2019 in California, pedestrian deaths increased more than 40 percent and bicyclist deaths went up more than 60 percent. In 2020, 6,516 pedestrians were killed in the United States – an average of 18 pedestrians a day and one pedestrian killed every 81 minutes.

Speeding, poor lighting, mid-block crossing and impairment are the main factors in pedestrians being struck by vehicles.

Deputy Ryan Nevins offers the following safe driving and walking tips:

Drivers

• Do not speed and slow down at intersections. Be prepared to stop for pedestrians at marked and unmarked crosswalks.
• Avoid blocking crosswalks while waiting to make a right-hand turn.
• Never drive under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs.

Pedestrians

• Use signalized crosswalks where drivers expect foot traffic.
• Watch for approaching vehicles and be careful crossing the street, especially busier streets with higher speed limits. At 30 mph, a driver needs at least 90 feet to come to a stop.
• Get in the habit of wearing light colors, reflective material, and walking with a flashlight at night so it is easier for drivers to see you.

Funding for this program is provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

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Reporting Deputy: Sergeant Ronald Smith

File # N/A

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October is National Pedestrian Safety Month

Eastvale, Jurupa Valley and Norco, Calif. – October is National Pedestrian Safety Month and the Riverside County Sheriff’s Department—Jurupa Valley Station, will raise awareness about the safety of people walking throughout the month, emphasizing that “safe drivers, safe speeds and safe vehicles save lives.”

“Whether in a parking lot, crosswalk, or sidewalk, we are all pedestrians at one point,” Riverside County Sheriff’s Department’s Deputy Richard Comstock said. “Drivers, please slow down and be extra careful around people walking. Put yourself in their shoes and drive how you would want someone to drive when you are walking.”

The safety of people outside of vehicles is a significant traffic safety concern, with at least two pedestrians or bicyclists killed on California roads every day. Between 2010 and 2019 in California, pedestrian deaths increased more than 40 percent and bicyclist deaths went up more than 60 percent. In 2020, 6,516 pedestrians were killed in the United States an average of 18 pedestrians a day and one pedestrian killed every 81 minutes.

Speeding, poor lighting, mid-block crossing and impairment are the main factors in pedestrians being struck by vehicles.

The Riverside County Sheriff’s Department—Jurupa Valley Station, offers the following safe driving and walking tips:

Drivers

• Do not speed and slow down at intersections. Be prepared to stop for pedestrians at marked and unmarked crosswalks.
• Avoid blocking crosswalks while waiting to make a right-hand turn.
• Never drive under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs.

Pedestrians

• Use signalized crosswalks where drivers expect foot traffic.
• Watch for approaching vehicles and be careful crossing the street, especially busier streets with higher speed limits. At 30 mph, a driver needs at least 90 feet to come to a stop.
• Get in the habit of wearing light colors, reflective material, and walking with a flashlight at night so it is easier for drivers to see you.

Funding for this program is provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

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