Press Releases

Arson Arrest

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46-year-old Nissa Marie Navone, listed as transient out of Jamestown, was arrested for felony arson following an investigation into Wednesday’s fire on Mono Way. At 2:41 am, on August 17th,…
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38th Annual Christmas Parade

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On Friday, November 26, 2021, the City of Sonora will be holding our 38th annual Christmas Parade. This event will bring thousands of visitors to downtown Sonora. If you are…
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Man arrested for rape

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SONORA POLICE DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Date and Time of Release:  September 08, 2021 Date and Time of Incident:  June 04, 2021 Subject:  Rape suspect arrested. ________________________________________________________________   Sonora, California –…
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Stabbing Investigation

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A 24-year-old Jamestown man and a 17-year-old male from Sonora report they were stabbed in the parking lot at 460 Greenley Road early this morning. At approximately 12:09 am, on…
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Warrant Phone Scam Alert

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We have shared several posts regarding phone scams, but this is one that has resurfaced locally. Here’s how it works: a police imposter will call an intended victim and inform…
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Occupied Stolen Vehicle Recovery

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44-year-old Jason C. Watkins of Sonora was arrested for possession of a stolen vehicle and an outstanding misdemeanor warrant.   At 3:00 a.m on Wednesday, October 14th, a Sonora Police…
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Felony Vandalism and Felony Obstruction

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The Sonora Police Department arrested 31-year-old Clayton F. Johnson of Sonora for felony obstruction, felony vandalism and multiple misdemeanor charges. Shortly after 3:00 am on Sunday August 30th, the Police…
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Arrest for Attempted Murder

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Just before 1:00 am on August 24th, 2020, we received a 911 call from a female stating her husband just assaulted her. Within minutes, officers arrived on scene to the…
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Felony Elder Abuse Arrest

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67-year-old Jeryl D. Schwartz was arrested yesterday afternoon for felony elder abuse.   Shortly after 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, August 12th, 2020, officers were dispatched to the area of the…
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