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Modoc County Man Released After Threatening Police in Alturas

Friday, August 9

On Wednesday afternoon, Modoc District Attorney Nancy Salarna says Alturas police responded to road debris, which led to a stand-off between a ‘manic’ Altruas man identified as Richard Lynn Elsea and police.Details of the unfolding situation were not released. Yet, the DA says the... Read More.

Traffic Stop in Alturas Leads to Major Drug Bust and Arrest of Felony Fugitive

Tuesday, July 9

In the early hours of Sunday, July 7, 2024, a routine traffic stop in Alturas led to the arrest of two individuals on multiple charges. Deputies initially stopped the vehicle for expired registration at approximately 4:40 am. The driver, Arthur Craig Valenzuela, 63, of... Read More.

Armed Suspect Captured After Evading Police in Rural Alturas

Wednesday, June 12

Homes along rural county roads just south of Alturas were on high alert this morning as the Sheriff's office searched for an armed and dangerous man.The alert went out around 6 a.m.The suspect, identified as a 34-year-old Black male, was involved in a vehicle... Read More.

Alturas Man Sentenced to Prison for First-Degree Murder: Noted as a Victory for Justice in the Case of Murdered Pit River Tribal Man

Friday, May 3

52 year old, Jarrett Bleu Rucker of Alturas will face 26 years to life for the first-degree murder of Milton "Yogi" McGarva, a member of the Pit River Tribe, in a conviction by jury, handed down on February 27th as announced California Attorney General... Read More.

Modoc County Sheriff’s Arrest Two for Alturas Burglary

Monday, April 22

Gianluca Faia and Esther Kaminetzky of Alturas were arrested on Thursday in connection to a burglary in the Modoc Recreational Estates. They face charges of grand theft, conspiracy, vandalism, and evading police officers, as witness reports indicate a high-speed chase proceeded their arrest.The burglary... Read More.

Alturas Enhancing Airfield thru Federal Airport Improvement Program Grant

Monday, April 15

Funds will be used to reseal the asphalt on taxiway B and runways 13-31.Due to the drastic temperature changes in the mountainous region, contractors say thermal stresses have damaged the runways and taxiways, as the original construction did not provide protection against such events.The... Read More.

An Alturas Man Found Guilty in a Fatal Stabbing

Thursday, February 29

Jarett Blue Rucker was convicted by a jury after a week-long trial for murdering 55-year-old Milton Patrick McGarva.In March 2020, Sheriffs arrived at a home in Likely, discovering McGarava inside the home stabbed to death. Rucker was also in the home and found with... Read More.

CDFW Begins Aerial Surveys Over Alturas, Susanville

Tuesday, February 13

Starting this week, you may spot aircraft conducting surveys from above. The aircraft is with the California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW), which will be collecting data on big game populations. In Northern California, the CDFW will be counting deer and pronghorn. This... Read More.

Arson Suspect in Custody in Alturas Casino Fire

Monday, December 18

A suspect is in custody in connection to the Alturas Desert Rose Casino fire.The Modoc County Sheriff’s Office released Video footage revealing a person walking towards the establishment wearing a dark hooded sweatshirt, jeans, and a backpack.The fire broke out early Thursday morning, just... Read More.

Alturas Police Chief Life to be Honored by Law Enforcement Procession

Friday, December 1

The City of Alturas announces the passing of its Police Chief Sid Cullins.No details of his passing have been released. He had served as the Chief since 2015 following the retirement of Chief Barnes.A procession from Sparks, Nevada, to the city will be held... Read More.