ARRESTED: Wilson, Tracy, L., 49 yoa, Richland
Eggers, Melissa, L., 26 yoa, Richland
Cano, Diego, A., 38 yoa, Warden
Tapia, Melissa, C., 29 yoa, Warden
Castoreno, Michael, L., 28 yoa, Othello
CHARGES: Multiple felony arrest warrants, possession of methamphetamine, possession of heroin, possession of drug paraphernalia, obstructing, resisting arrest.
SYNOPSIS: On 12/22/12 Richland PD Officers obtained a search warrant for narcotics at 95 Cullum, in Richland. Officers were denied entrance into the residence and had to force the door open. After making entry, two subjects did not comply with commands and resisted officers efforts to detain them, and had to by physically restrained. A search of the residence yielded narcotics and other evidence. A vehicle was also impounded from the location for an additional search warrant. Everyone present at the location during the service of the warrant was arrested and booked into jail.
FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: Captain Mike Cobb, 942-7362
Saturday, December 22, 2012
Monday, December 17, 2012
Updated Level 2 and Level 3 Sex Offender List
Each year the Richland Police Department updates the list of Level 2 and Level 3 sex offenders living within city limits. This notification is not intended to increase fear or apprehension but to keep the public informed.
This information is provided in accordance with RCW 4.24.550. None of the individuals listed are wanted by the police at this time.
Level 3 sex offenders:
Level 2 sex offenders:
The Richland Police Department has no legal authority to direct where a sex offender may live unless court ordered restrictions exist.
This information is provided in accordance with RCW 4.24.550. None of the individuals listed are wanted by the police at this time.
Level 3 sex offenders:
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| Juan Chavez 1300 block Symons |
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| Sarah Babcock 1300 block Wilson |
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| Gilbert Dominguez 1200 block Stevens |
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| Christopher Head 2100 block Stevens |
Level 2 sex offenders:
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| Tyson Baker 1300 block Delaware |
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| Johnathan Briggs 2100 block Pullen |
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| Clayton Looney 1400 block Denver |
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| Donald York 300 block Cottonwood |
The Richland Police Department has no legal authority to direct where a sex offender may live unless court ordered restrictions exist.
Citizen abuse of this information to threaten, intimidate or harass a registered sex offender will not be tolerated. Such abuse could end our ability to do community notifications.
Contact Capt. Mike Cobb, 942-7362, for additional information.
Contact Capt. Mike Cobb, 942-7362, for additional information.
Sunday, December 9, 2012
Man Caught By K9 After Eluding Police
ARRESTED: Wallace, Dexter, E, 25 yoa, Kennewick
CHARGES: Eluding police, driving with license suspended, possession of methamphetamine, possession of stolen property, multiple felony and misdemeanor arrest warrants for arrest
SYNOPSIS: On 12/09/12 at about 0338 hr a Richland Police Officer attempted to stop a vehicle for a brake light out. The vehicle failed to stop and attempted to elude the officer fleeing toward the Columbia Park Marina where the driver, Dexter Wallace, fled on foot into Columbia Point. Two people were detained by responding officers that remained in the vehicle and officers subsequently learned the identity of Wallace. It was learned that Wallace had a suspended driver's license and multiple warrants for his arrest. Deputies from the Benton County Sheriff's Office assisted at the scene and with containment in the area, and Pasco PD responded with a K9. The K9 tracked Wallace about 1/2 mile into Columbia Point where he was located hiding under a tree by the river. Wallace was taken into custody without incident. The car was seized as evidence and a search warrant served on it. Methamphetamine and drug paraphernalia was located inside the vehicle along with multiple items stolen from a Kennewick burglary. The vehicle may also be stolen, however, that is still under investigation. Wallace was booked into the Benton County Jail on multiple charges.
FOR FURTHER INFO CONTACT: Captain Mike Cobb, 942-7362
CHARGES: Eluding police, driving with license suspended, possession of methamphetamine, possession of stolen property, multiple felony and misdemeanor arrest warrants for arrest
SYNOPSIS: On 12/09/12 at about 0338 hr a Richland Police Officer attempted to stop a vehicle for a brake light out. The vehicle failed to stop and attempted to elude the officer fleeing toward the Columbia Park Marina where the driver, Dexter Wallace, fled on foot into Columbia Point. Two people were detained by responding officers that remained in the vehicle and officers subsequently learned the identity of Wallace. It was learned that Wallace had a suspended driver's license and multiple warrants for his arrest. Deputies from the Benton County Sheriff's Office assisted at the scene and with containment in the area, and Pasco PD responded with a K9. The K9 tracked Wallace about 1/2 mile into Columbia Point where he was located hiding under a tree by the river. Wallace was taken into custody without incident. The car was seized as evidence and a search warrant served on it. Methamphetamine and drug paraphernalia was located inside the vehicle along with multiple items stolen from a Kennewick burglary. The vehicle may also be stolen, however, that is still under investigation. Wallace was booked into the Benton County Jail on multiple charges.
FOR FURTHER INFO CONTACT: Captain Mike Cobb, 942-7362
Wednesday, November 21, 2012
Man Stabbed By Girlfriend
ARRESTED/CHARGED: Peterson, Jessica A, 26 years old, Richland
CHARGES: Assault 1st Degree, Domestic Violence
SYNOPSIS: On 11/20/12 at about 1940 hr the victim was in his apartment with his girlfriend, Jessica A. Peterson, when she grabbed a knife from the butcher block and stabbed him in the chest. The victim drove himself to the hospital, where he was treated and released later in the evening. Officers from the Richland Police Department executed a search warrant at the apartment to recover evidence of the assault. The suspect fled the scene prior to police arrival and her current whereabouts are unknown.
FOR ADDITIONAL INFO CONTACT: Sgt. Mike Harrison, 942-7367
CHARGES: Assault 1st Degree, Domestic Violence
SYNOPSIS: On 11/20/12 at about 1940 hr the victim was in his apartment with his girlfriend, Jessica A. Peterson, when she grabbed a knife from the butcher block and stabbed him in the chest. The victim drove himself to the hospital, where he was treated and released later in the evening. Officers from the Richland Police Department executed a search warrant at the apartment to recover evidence of the assault. The suspect fled the scene prior to police arrival and her current whereabouts are unknown.
FOR ADDITIONAL INFO CONTACT: Sgt. Mike Harrison, 942-7367
Monday, November 19, 2012
RPD Officers Arrest Eluding Suspect in Stolen Vehicle
Arrested: Diaz,
Rafael O., 23 year of age male, Wapato address
Charges: Attempting
to Elude a Police Vehicle, Resisting Arrest, Obstructing, Possession of Stolen
Property.
On November 19, 2012 at approximately 12:30 AM Richland
officers were advised via police radio that a theft had occurred in
Kennewick. Kennewick also provided a suspect vehicle description
of a white Ford pickup that had no taillights. A Richland officer found a vehicle matching
the description traveling west on I-182 near SR 240. The officer caught up to the truck as it took
the S/B Queensgate exit.
As the officer followed, the truck drove immediately back onto
I-182 travelling east. The officer
activated his emergency lights and the truck failed to yield. In an attempt to stop the suspect vehicle the officer turned on his siren. The truck accelerated
and attempted to flee. A short pursuit
ensued with spike strips being successfully deployed in the area of George
Washington Way and I-182. Though
running on deflated tires, the truck continued north on Jadwin ultimately coming
to a stop at Van Giesen and George Washington Way. The driver fled on foot.
Richland officers gave chase and the suspect was taken into
custody a few blocks away. He was in
possession of a wallet that belonged to another individual. Inside the truck officers could see the same
brand of beer taken in the Kennewick theft, wallets, a purse and electronics
that appear to have been stolen. The
truck was impounded until a search warrant can be applied for. The truck was confirmed as a stolen vehicle
from the jurisdiction of the Benton County Sheriff’s Office.
Diaz was booked into the Benton County Jail a 72 hour hold
for Eluding.
Contact Capt. Mike Cobb, 942-7362. For additional
information.
Thursday, November 1, 2012
2 Juveniles Struck in Crosswalk
At about 6:45 AM two seventeen year old males were crossing Jadwin St. at Wilson. The two were in a crosswalk and were heading to Richland High School. A 1993 Plymouth Acclaim driven by 42 year old Juan Ramirez of Richland was travelling southbound on Jadwin. Ramirez did not immediately see the two juveniles but was slowing as he struck them. One male had his feet hit, the second went up onto the hood and hit the windshield of the car.
Both subjects were transported by RFD paramedics to Kadlec hospital with non-life threatening injuries.
The initial investigation shows that speed was not a factor in the collision. It appears that wet roadway conditions, darkness and driver inattention all contributed to Ramirez not seeing the subjects crossing the street.
Though the incident happened in front of Chief Joseph Middle School, the school zone lights were not activated (not within the hours programmed for operation).
Since the investigation is ongoing, no infractions have been issued at this time.
Contact Capt. Mike Cobb, 942-7362, for more information.
Both subjects were transported by RFD paramedics to Kadlec hospital with non-life threatening injuries.
The initial investigation shows that speed was not a factor in the collision. It appears that wet roadway conditions, darkness and driver inattention all contributed to Ramirez not seeing the subjects crossing the street.
Though the incident happened in front of Chief Joseph Middle School, the school zone lights were not activated (not within the hours programmed for operation).
Since the investigation is ongoing, no infractions have been issued at this time.
Contact Capt. Mike Cobb, 942-7362, for more information.
Sunday, October 28, 2012
Man Tapes Woman To Car Seat
ARRESTED: Jelmberg, Jeff, C., 26 years old, Richland
CHARGES: Unlawful Imprisonment DV
SYNOPSIS: Jeff got into an argument with his girlfriend on the way home from a Halloween party and when she said she wanted to get out of the car, he held her down. They drove to another location in Kennewick, where he used tape to tape her to the passenger seat and restrain her. He then transported her to their residence in Richland, where they eventually went inside and continued fighting. Police were eventually called and arrested Jeff. A search warrant was also served and evidence collected.
FOR ADDITIONAL INFO CONTACT: Captain Mike Cobb, 942-7362
CHARGES: Unlawful Imprisonment DV
SYNOPSIS: Jeff got into an argument with his girlfriend on the way home from a Halloween party and when she said she wanted to get out of the car, he held her down. They drove to another location in Kennewick, where he used tape to tape her to the passenger seat and restrain her. He then transported her to their residence in Richland, where they eventually went inside and continued fighting. Police were eventually called and arrested Jeff. A search warrant was also served and evidence collected.
FOR ADDITIONAL INFO CONTACT: Captain Mike Cobb, 942-7362
Monday, October 22, 2012
Two Level 3 Sex Offenders Move to Richland
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| Jerry Ray Hill |
52 year of age white male, 5'06", 165 lbs., Brn hair, Grn eyes
Address: 1500 block of Kimball St. Richland, WA
Convictions:
Rape of a Child 1st Degree, 9-4-1991 Clark County, WA
Child Molestation, 9-4-1991 Clark County, WA
Hill recently moved to the City of Richland. He served 11 1/2 years in prison for his crimes and was released in 2002. Hill completed his community corrections requirements in 2005 and is not currently under supervision by the Department of Corrections.
Hill resides with Mary Ann Jennings (see below), who is also a Level 3 sex offender. Neither Hill nor Jennings are currently wanted by the police.
Hill has been trespassed from all city parks, schools and their grounds and the library.
- The treatment of sexual offenders does not guarantee they will or will not commit another offense.
- This information is provided in accordance with RCW 4.24.550. The Benton County Sheriff's Office and the Richland Police Department has no legal authority to direct where a sex offender may live. Unless a court ordered restriction exists, the offender is constitutionally free to live wherever he/she chooses.
- Citizen abuse of this information to threaten, intimidate, or harass registered sex offenders will not be tolerated. Such abuse could end our ability to do community notifications.
- The Sexual Assault Response Center is available 24 hours a day to provide advocacy, information, referrals, and crisis intervention for victims of sexual violence. Please contact them at 374-5391 for support or information pertaining to sexual assault.
- For additional information and safety tips regarding registered sex offenders in your area, log into the Benton County Web site at: www.co.benton.wa.us
A community
notification meeting will be held at the Richland Police Department on November
1st at 6:00 PM hours for those interested in additional information about sexual
offenders.
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| Mary Ann Jennings |
46 year of age white female, 5'02", 265 lbs., Brn hair, Grn eyes
Address: 1500 block of Kimball St. Richland, WA
Convictions:
Unlawful Sexual Penetration, 1st Degree, 2-2-2000, Oregon
Criminal Mistreatment, 1st Degree, 2-2-2000, Oregon
Jennings recently moved to the City of Richland, She served 4 years in prison for her crimes. Jennings completed her community corrections requirements in 2009 and is not currently under supervision by the Department of Corrections. Jennings resides with Jerry Hill (see above) who is also a Level 3 sex offender. Neither Hill nor Jennings are currently wanted by the police.
Jennings has been trespassed from all city parks, schools and their grounds and the library.
- The treatment of sexual offenders does not guarantee they will or will not commit another offense.
- This information is provided in accordance with RCW 4.24.550. The Benton County Sheriff's Office and the Richland Police Department has no legal authority to direct where a sex offender may live. Unless a court ordered restriction exists, the offender is constitutionally free to live wherever he/she chooses.
- Citizen abuse of this information to threaten, intimidate, or harass registered sex offenders will not be tolerated. Such abuse could end our ability to do community notifications.
- The Sexual Assault Response Center is available 24 hours a day to provide advocacy, information, referrals, and crisis intervention for victims of sexual violence. Please contact them at 374-5391 for support or information pertaining to sexual assault.
- For additional information and safety tips regarding registered sex offenders in your area, log into the Benton County Web site at: www.co.benton.wa.us
Friday, October 5, 2012
Craigslist Stolen Property Arrests
Arrested:
Flores, Isaias V. 26 YOA Sunnyside Resident
Perales, Roberty A. 27 YOA Sunnyside Resident
Charges:
Theft 3rd Degree (Shoplift)
Trafficking Stolen Property (Felony)
On September 25, 2012 the
Richland Police Street Crimes arrested Flores and Perales for Shoplifting and
Trafficking the Stolen Property on Craigslist.
Kohl’s Department store in
Richland had been the victim of a shoplift the day before where an iRobot Roomba
Vacuum had been stolen, Richland Police Case #12-19866. Store
Loss Prevention personnel located a Craigslist posting that appeared to be the stolen
Roomba Vacuum. The information was given
to the Richland Police Street Crimes Unit (SCU). An undercover operation was conducted and
Flores and Perales met with Undercover Street Crimes Officers at the Conoco Station in
Benton City where they attempted to sell the stolen iRobot vacuum. Both subjects were then arrested.
Additional evidence was
recovered from Flores’ vehicle including cellular telephones and other stolen
merchandise from Wal-Mart and Kohl’s.
Both Flores and Perales were booked into the Benton County Jail on
Felony charges.
The investigation is
continuing as Street Crimes Officer attempt to identify owners of additional
stolen property recovered in the arrest.
For more information please contact the Richland Police Department at 509-942-7340.
Wednesday, September 19, 2012
Felon with gun arrested
Arrested:
Bryan Paul Aho 20 YOA Richland Resident
Charges:
Felon in possession of a firearm, assault on a police officer (assault 3rd), various narcotics charges, minor in possession of alcohol, and reckless endangerment.
Synopsis:
On early Tuesday morning 9-18-12 at 0603 hours officers were dispatched to Columbia Point Marina for a weapons call. An anonymous reporting party called to report that a male wearing a bandana, flannel shirt, and jeans, had broken a vehicle’s windows and fired a gun at the park.
When officers arrived, they observed a male matching that description sitting in the front seat of a small blue passenger car. Due to the possibility of a weapon being involved the male he was called out of the car in a high risk format. The intoxicated male was uncooperative and resisted with officers, including spitting into the face of one of the officers.
During the males struggling with officer’s, .22 caliber ammunition fell from his pocket. Also on his person were narcotics and drug paraphernalia. The male identified himself as Bryan Aho a convicted felon. Inside the vehicle appeared a pistol underneath the seat Bryan was in.
The vehicle was impounded for a search warrant, where a revolver, .22 caliber ammunition matching the revolver, drug and drug paraphernalia was located and secured. Aho was booked into the Benton County Jail on a 72-hour probable cause affidavit of Assault 3rd degree on an officer, Felon being possession of a firearm, and possession of narcotics and drug paraphernalia. Witnesses later corroborated that Aho discharged the firearm in the park at a parked vehicle’s windows, causing the damage.
Posted by Sergeant Darryl Judge
Bryan Paul Aho 20 YOA Richland Resident
Charges:
Felon in possession of a firearm, assault on a police officer (assault 3rd), various narcotics charges, minor in possession of alcohol, and reckless endangerment.
Synopsis:
On early Tuesday morning 9-18-12 at 0603 hours officers were dispatched to Columbia Point Marina for a weapons call. An anonymous reporting party called to report that a male wearing a bandana, flannel shirt, and jeans, had broken a vehicle’s windows and fired a gun at the park.
When officers arrived, they observed a male matching that description sitting in the front seat of a small blue passenger car. Due to the possibility of a weapon being involved the male he was called out of the car in a high risk format. The intoxicated male was uncooperative and resisted with officers, including spitting into the face of one of the officers.
During the males struggling with officer’s, .22 caliber ammunition fell from his pocket. Also on his person were narcotics and drug paraphernalia. The male identified himself as Bryan Aho a convicted felon. Inside the vehicle appeared a pistol underneath the seat Bryan was in.
The vehicle was impounded for a search warrant, where a revolver, .22 caliber ammunition matching the revolver, drug and drug paraphernalia was located and secured. Aho was booked into the Benton County Jail on a 72-hour probable cause affidavit of Assault 3rd degree on an officer, Felon being possession of a firearm, and possession of narcotics and drug paraphernalia. Witnesses later corroborated that Aho discharged the firearm in the park at a parked vehicle’s windows, causing the damage.
Posted by Sergeant Darryl Judge
Friday, September 7, 2012
Level III Sex Offender
Sex Offender: SHARP, JERRY ROBERT 61 years old Hgt/ 5’07 Wgt/175 Hair/GRY
Eyes/GRN
Address: 600 Block of CatskillSt. in Richland,
Washington
Crimes of
Conviction: Rape in the 3rd
Degree, Attempted Kidnapping 2nd degree and Unlawful Imprisonment in
Benton County, Washington
The Richland Police
Department is releasing the following information pursuant to RCW 4.24.550 and
the Washington State Supreme Court decision in State vs Ward. This decision authorizes law enforcement
agencies to inform the public of a sex offender’s release when they believe the
information will enhance public safety.
The individual who
appears in this release has been convicted of sex offenses that require
registration with the Sheriff’s Office in the county where they reside. Further, their previous criminal history
places them in a classification level that reflects the potential to
reoffend.
The offender has served the sentence imposed
by the Court and has advised the Benton County Sheriff’s Office they will be
living at the location listed above.
Jerry Robert Sharp
is not wanted by the police at this time.
This notification is not intended to increase fear, but rather, it is
our belief that an informed public is a safer public.
SHARP
HAS BEEN TRESPASSED FROM ALL CITY PARKS, SCHOOLS, AND THE LIBRARY
The Richland Police
Department has no legal authority to direct where a sex offender will
live. The offender is constitutionally
free to live wherever they choose.
Sex offenders have
always lived in our community. It was
not until the passage of the Community Protection Act of 1990 that Law
Enforcement even knew where they were living.
We are now able to share this information with you.
Citizen abuse of
this information to threaten, intimidate or harass registered sex offenders
will not be tolerated. Further, such
abuse could potentially end law enforcement’s ability to do community
notifications. We believe the only
person who wins if notification ends is the sex offender.
The Sexual Assault
Response Center is available 24 hours a day to provide advocacy, information,
referrals and crisis management for victims of sexual assault. Their number is: 374-5391.
Friday, August 10, 2012
Richland Police Investigate New Burglaries
Synopsis:
On August 8th, RPD officers investigated a report of a burglary that occurred the previous night. Officers learned somebody had entered an unlocked residence, located in the 1900 block of Orchard Way and had taken cash and property. The residents were asleep during the incident.
On August 9th, at about 0240 hours, RPD officers responded to a burglary where the homeowner discovered somebody inside of their home. This occurred in the 400 block of Greenbrook Place. The victim had been awake and heard noises inside of their home. When the victim investigated the source of the noise, they observed a male exiting the rear of their residence. The male was last seen fleeing into the golf course. The male was described as being 6'0" with a medium build.
RPD officers searched the area and with the assistance of a KPD K-9 team, they were able to track the suspect to a creek on the golf course property where the officers lost the scent.
On August 10th, at about 0840 hours, RPD Officers responded to a burglary where the homeowner heard somebody inside of their home. This also occurred in the 400 block of Greenbrook Place. Officers were in the area providing extra patrols at the time and were not able to locate the suspect. The suspect was believed to have fled onto the golf course. Several people who were in the area did not see anything suspicious. Officers contacted several people in the area but were not able to identify a suspect.
During this burglary series, it is believed that all of the residences were unlocked and valuables were left in plain view.
The RPD is encouraging residents to secure their residences and to report any suspicious activity immediately. Anybody with information regarding these cases can contact the RPD by calling (509) 628-0333.
Sergeant Darryl Judge
Please contact the on-duty supervisor for further information.
On August 8th, RPD officers investigated a report of a burglary that occurred the previous night. Officers learned somebody had entered an unlocked residence, located in the 1900 block of Orchard Way and had taken cash and property. The residents were asleep during the incident.
On August 9th, at about 0240 hours, RPD officers responded to a burglary where the homeowner discovered somebody inside of their home. This occurred in the 400 block of Greenbrook Place. The victim had been awake and heard noises inside of their home. When the victim investigated the source of the noise, they observed a male exiting the rear of their residence. The male was last seen fleeing into the golf course. The male was described as being 6'0" with a medium build.
RPD officers searched the area and with the assistance of a KPD K-9 team, they were able to track the suspect to a creek on the golf course property where the officers lost the scent.
On August 10th, at about 0840 hours, RPD Officers responded to a burglary where the homeowner heard somebody inside of their home. This also occurred in the 400 block of Greenbrook Place. Officers were in the area providing extra patrols at the time and were not able to locate the suspect. The suspect was believed to have fled onto the golf course. Several people who were in the area did not see anything suspicious. Officers contacted several people in the area but were not able to identify a suspect.
During this burglary series, it is believed that all of the residences were unlocked and valuables were left in plain view.
The RPD is encouraging residents to secure their residences and to report any suspicious activity immediately. Anybody with information regarding these cases can contact the RPD by calling (509) 628-0333.
Sergeant Darryl Judge
Please contact the on-duty supervisor for further information.
Tuesday, July 17, 2012
Richland Police Investigate Burglary Series
Richland police are investigating a series of nine residential
burglaries that occurred between July 13 and 16. Many of the homes were occupied when the
burglary occurred. Several times the
suspect entered a bedroom while the occupants were sleeping and removed things
from tables next to their bed. The homes
are located in or near the Hills West area of south Richland.
The suspect is targeting homes that have unlocked doors. Items taken include purses, wallets, cash,
debit cards and electronic devices.
No suspect information is available. Residents are asked to make sure all doors to
their homes, garages and vehicles are securely locked at all times. It is important to remove valuables from
plain view.
Suspicious people or activity should be immediately reported
to the police by calling 911.
Contact Cpt. Mike Cobb at 509-942-7362 for additional
information.
Thursday, July 12, 2012
Level III Sex Offender Update
Sex Offender: Shoemake, Richard Eugene DOB/ 05-24-52 Hgt/ 5’10 Wgt/215
Hair/Bro Eyes/Blu
Date of release from
prison: 01/06/2004
Address: 1900 Block of Pike Ave in Richland,
Washington
Crime of
Conviction: Indecent Exposure in Benton
County, Washington1st degree Sexual Abuse and Endangering the Welfare of a
Minor in Umatilla County, Oregon
The Richland Police
Department is releasing the following information pursuant to RCW 4.24.550 and
the Washington State Supreme Court decision in State vs Ward. This decision authorizes law enforcement
agencies to inform the public of a sex offender’s release when they believe the
information will enhance public safety.
The individual who
appears in this release has been convicted of sex offenses that require
registration with the Sheriff’s Office in the county where they reside. Further, their previous criminal history
places them in a classification level that reflects the potential to
reoffend.
This release is
meant as an update to a previous release sent out to the public on Richard Shoemake. New information obtained indicates that
Shoemake frequents area restaurants and has been witnessed communicating with
minor aged females.
The offender has served the sentence imposed
by the Court and has advised the Benton County Sheriff’s Office they will be
living at the location listed above.
Richard Shoemake
is not wanted by the police at this time.
This notification is not intended to increase fear, but rather, it is
our belief that an informed public is a safer public.
The Richland Police
Department has no legal authority to direct where a sex offender will
live. The offender is constitutionally
free to live wherever they choose.
Sex offenders have
always lived in our community. It was
not until the passage of the Community Protection Act of 1990 that Law
Enforcement even knew where they were living.
We are now able to share this information with you.
Citizen abuse of
this information to threaten, intimidate or harass registered sex offenders
will not be tolerated. Further, such
abuse could potentially end law enforcement’s ability to do community
notifications. We believe the only
person who wins if notification ends is the sex offender.
The Sexual Assault
Response Center is available 24 hours a day to provide advocacy, information,
referrals and crisis management for victims of sexual assault. Their number is: 374-5391.
For any follow up
information, please contact Capt. Mike Cobb, Richland Police Department.
Wednesday, July 11, 2012
Two Elderly Couples Victims of Burglary
Suspect: Hispanic Male, heavy set, 5'10" to 5'11", early 50's
Suspect: Hispanic Female, heavy set, 5'5" tall, mid-40's
Suspect vehicles: unknown make and model pick up, unknown make and model white van
On July 9 Richland PD was contacted by Sunnyside PD and advised that two safes had been located in a dumpster in their city. Both safes had been forced open but one still contained paperwork belonging to a resident in the 200 block of Goethals in Richland. Contact was attempted with the residents of the home with no success. On July 10 Richland officers were successful in contacting a victim on Goethals. An elderly couple lived in the home and were attended part time by a friend of the family.
Officers asked if there were any safes in the residence. The care taker answered that there were and went to check on them. He discovered that they were both missing. The safes were described as being approximately 2 feet square. He believed that they contained coins, silver certificates and paperwork.
The care taker said that the suspects had made contact with the home several days earlier (July 7) and asked to perform some tree service work. The female had spent time on the back porch of the home with the caretaker and it is presumed that this presented the opportunity for a suspect to take the safes. In addition, the suspect has asked if he could exchange some $10 and $20 bills they had for a $100 bill. After being told that there was no cash in the house, the couple left in a hurry. No work was ever completed.
The caretaker of the couple stated that there were 2 children with an approximate age of 9-12 years of age with the couple.
Another case with a similar set of circumstances occurred on July 7 in the 100 block of Thayer Drive. A couple with two children fitting the same description entered a back yard and spoke to a resident about performing some yard work. He again asked if he could exchange some $20's for a $100. The resident removed a $100 bill from a drawer (leaving five additional bills) and exchanged it for the suspect. The female and two children entered the residence through the back drawer and created a small disturbance. After leaving the elderly couple found that five $100 bills had been removed from the drawer where they were kept.
Based upon the suspect descriptions and details of the cases it appears as if these two incidents are related. RPD investigators have been assigned the case for follow up.
If anyone has any additional information on these cases they are asked to contact Richland police at 509-628-0333.
For additional details, call Cpt. Mike Cobb, 942-7362
Suspect: Hispanic Female, heavy set, 5'5" tall, mid-40's
Suspect vehicles: unknown make and model pick up, unknown make and model white van
On July 9 Richland PD was contacted by Sunnyside PD and advised that two safes had been located in a dumpster in their city. Both safes had been forced open but one still contained paperwork belonging to a resident in the 200 block of Goethals in Richland. Contact was attempted with the residents of the home with no success. On July 10 Richland officers were successful in contacting a victim on Goethals. An elderly couple lived in the home and were attended part time by a friend of the family.
Officers asked if there were any safes in the residence. The care taker answered that there were and went to check on them. He discovered that they were both missing. The safes were described as being approximately 2 feet square. He believed that they contained coins, silver certificates and paperwork.
The care taker said that the suspects had made contact with the home several days earlier (July 7) and asked to perform some tree service work. The female had spent time on the back porch of the home with the caretaker and it is presumed that this presented the opportunity for a suspect to take the safes. In addition, the suspect has asked if he could exchange some $10 and $20 bills they had for a $100 bill. After being told that there was no cash in the house, the couple left in a hurry. No work was ever completed.
The caretaker of the couple stated that there were 2 children with an approximate age of 9-12 years of age with the couple.
Another case with a similar set of circumstances occurred on July 7 in the 100 block of Thayer Drive. A couple with two children fitting the same description entered a back yard and spoke to a resident about performing some yard work. He again asked if he could exchange some $20's for a $100. The resident removed a $100 bill from a drawer (leaving five additional bills) and exchanged it for the suspect. The female and two children entered the residence through the back drawer and created a small disturbance. After leaving the elderly couple found that five $100 bills had been removed from the drawer where they were kept.
Based upon the suspect descriptions and details of the cases it appears as if these two incidents are related. RPD investigators have been assigned the case for follow up.
If anyone has any additional information on these cases they are asked to contact Richland police at 509-628-0333.
For additional details, call Cpt. Mike Cobb, 942-7362
Thursday, July 5, 2012
Richland man dies in fireworks related incident
Synopsis:
A 61 year old Richland man died last night in what appeared to be a fireworks related accident.
Richland police officers and medics responded to the area south of Gala Way and Westcliffe Blvd for a report of a man suffering from injuries received after a firework had exploded. The officers and medics were not able to revive the male. Medics declared the male dead at the scene.
Richland police bomb squad members were on duty and responded to the scene. Richland police detectives also responded to the scene and are investigating the incident.
Posted by Sgt. Darryl Judge
Please contact Detective Sgt. Kevin Berger for further inquiries.
A 61 year old Richland man died last night in what appeared to be a fireworks related accident.
Richland police officers and medics responded to the area south of Gala Way and Westcliffe Blvd for a report of a man suffering from injuries received after a firework had exploded. The officers and medics were not able to revive the male. Medics declared the male dead at the scene.
Richland police bomb squad members were on duty and responded to the scene. Richland police detectives also responded to the scene and are investigating the incident.
Posted by Sgt. Darryl Judge
Please contact Detective Sgt. Kevin Berger for further inquiries.
Monday, June 25, 2012
2 Juveniles Arrested for Vehicle Prowling
Arrested: 16 year of age male, Richland resident
Charges: Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Vehicle Prowling, Possession of Stolen Property
Arrested: 17 year of age male, Richland resident
Charges: Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Vehicle Prowling, Possession of Stolen Property, Warrant for 2nd Degree Burglary
Synopsis:
On 6-24-12 at approximately 4:30 AM Richland police contacted two suspicious males wearing dark clothing and carrying backpacks in the area of Steptoe and Tapteal. The area has been hit with vehicle prowls the past several months. After identifying the two, it was learned that the 17 year old had been placed on the Selective Aggressive Probation (SAP) program by Juvenile Justice and that he had a warrant issued for his arrest for Burglary 2.
The two subjects were detained. After the 17 year old was placed under arrest, a search of his person turned up a lady's wallet with credit cards and identification not related to the subject. A marijuana pipe was also found on his person.
Subsequent investigation showed that the two had been prowling cars in the area. Both Kennewick and Richland jurisdictions were involved. At this time it appears as if 8-10 individual addresses may have been victims. A search warrant on a back pack seized at the time will be served on 6-27-12 and additional charges may be forthcoming.
The 17 year old was booked into the Juvenile Justice Center on the felony warrant. The parents of the 16 year old were contacted. After consulting with the Benton County Prosecutor, it was determined that he would be turned over to his parents until a review of the case and determination of charges could be made.
Kennewick police investigators were also provided the information of crimes that occurred within their city.
Contact Capt. Mike Cobb, 942-7362, for additional information.
Charges: Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Vehicle Prowling, Possession of Stolen Property
Arrested: 17 year of age male, Richland resident
Charges: Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Vehicle Prowling, Possession of Stolen Property, Warrant for 2nd Degree Burglary
Synopsis:
On 6-24-12 at approximately 4:30 AM Richland police contacted two suspicious males wearing dark clothing and carrying backpacks in the area of Steptoe and Tapteal. The area has been hit with vehicle prowls the past several months. After identifying the two, it was learned that the 17 year old had been placed on the Selective Aggressive Probation (SAP) program by Juvenile Justice and that he had a warrant issued for his arrest for Burglary 2.
The two subjects were detained. After the 17 year old was placed under arrest, a search of his person turned up a lady's wallet with credit cards and identification not related to the subject. A marijuana pipe was also found on his person.
Subsequent investigation showed that the two had been prowling cars in the area. Both Kennewick and Richland jurisdictions were involved. At this time it appears as if 8-10 individual addresses may have been victims. A search warrant on a back pack seized at the time will be served on 6-27-12 and additional charges may be forthcoming.
The 17 year old was booked into the Juvenile Justice Center on the felony warrant. The parents of the 16 year old were contacted. After consulting with the Benton County Prosecutor, it was determined that he would be turned over to his parents until a review of the case and determination of charges could be made.
Kennewick police investigators were also provided the information of crimes that occurred within their city.
Contact Capt. Mike Cobb, 942-7362, for additional information.
Friday, June 22, 2012
Former Teacher Arrested for 3rd Degree Rape
Arrested: Rachinski, Daryl E.; 58 year of age male, Richland resident
Charge: Rape in the 3rd Degree (Class C Felony)
Synopsis:
On 6-12-2012 Daryl Rachinski came to the Richland Police Department to report that he had had sexual contact with a 16 year of age female in a residence in Richland. It appears at this time that there are no other victims involved. Rachinski was employed as a teacher in the Richland School District but the allegations do not involve any school district property or activities.
The Benton County Prosecutor’s Office was consulted immediately. They have filed an Information in Superior Court charging Rachinski with Rape in the 3rd Degree.
Rachinski has been ordered not to have contact with the victim in this case. An arraignment date has been set for July 5, 2012.
Though no additional victims have come forward, anyone with additional information is asked to call the non-emergency number for Southeast Communications at 628-0333.
Contact Capt. Mike Cobb, 509-942-7362 for additional information.
Saturday, June 2, 2012
Subject Arrested for DUI, Operating a vehicle without an ignition interlock device and driving on a license suspended in the 1st degree after a vehicle crash at Howard Amon Park
Arrested: Gary Ross Menefee 4/25/56
Charges: DUI, DWLS 1st degree, operating a vehicle with no ignition interlock device
Synopsis: Richland Police were dispatched to Howard Amon Park near Newton Street on 6/2/12 at approx. 1915 hrs. on a report of a crash. Witnesses observed a vehicle accelerate on Amon Park Drive just north of Newton Street and crash into several cement barriers that prevented vehicles from driving onto the grass at the park. Several barriers were destroyed and the vehicle got stuck on the damaged barriers.
Officers contacted Gary Ross Menefee who was the driver of the vehicle. Menefee’s was eventually arrested for driving under the influence, driving with a license suspended in the 1st degree and for operating a motor vehicle without an ignition interlock device as required.
Although there were several people in the park at the time of the crash, the barriers prevented the vehicle from getting onto the grass and no one was injured. Menefee was booked into the Benton County Jail.
Charges: DUI, DWLS 1st degree, operating a vehicle with no ignition interlock device
Synopsis: Richland Police were dispatched to Howard Amon Park near Newton Street on 6/2/12 at approx. 1915 hrs. on a report of a crash. Witnesses observed a vehicle accelerate on Amon Park Drive just north of Newton Street and crash into several cement barriers that prevented vehicles from driving onto the grass at the park. Several barriers were destroyed and the vehicle got stuck on the damaged barriers.
Officers contacted Gary Ross Menefee who was the driver of the vehicle. Menefee’s was eventually arrested for driving under the influence, driving with a license suspended in the 1st degree and for operating a motor vehicle without an ignition interlock device as required.
Although there were several people in the park at the time of the crash, the barriers prevented the vehicle from getting onto the grass and no one was injured. Menefee was booked into the Benton County Jail.
Monday, May 21, 2012
2 Arrested for Discharging Rifles near Col. Point Marina Park
Arrested: Walker, Cody A; 21 year of age male, Richland resident
Arrested: Blake, Ronald J; 28 year of age male, Richland resident
Charges: Reckless Endangerment, Discharging a Firearm Within City Limits
Synopsis:
On March 20, 2012, at approximately 2:00 PM, Richland officers responded to a call of shots being fired near the area of Columbia Point Marina. An individual riding his bicycle on the bike path heard a shot and described hearing a bullet pass close to his head
Officers arrived and found Walker and Blake in the area. Two rifles and several targets were in their possession. Both told officers that they had been discharging the weapons but did not feel that they were inside the city limits. When asked if they had been approached by a bicyclist and told about the round passing near him they responded that he was being untruthful and were unconvinced of any danger they posed to people in the immediate area. The back drop for their targets was the bicycle and walking paths.
Both were placed under arrest for the above violations. A cooler and backpacks were also with the two subjects. The cooler contained alcohol and one backpack medical marijuana.
Both Walker and Blake were booked into the Benton County Jail.
Arrested: Blake, Ronald J; 28 year of age male, Richland resident
Charges: Reckless Endangerment, Discharging a Firearm Within City Limits
Synopsis:
On March 20, 2012, at approximately 2:00 PM, Richland officers responded to a call of shots being fired near the area of Columbia Point Marina. An individual riding his bicycle on the bike path heard a shot and described hearing a bullet pass close to his head
Officers arrived and found Walker and Blake in the area. Two rifles and several targets were in their possession. Both told officers that they had been discharging the weapons but did not feel that they were inside the city limits. When asked if they had been approached by a bicyclist and told about the round passing near him they responded that he was being untruthful and were unconvinced of any danger they posed to people in the immediate area. The back drop for their targets was the bicycle and walking paths.
Both were placed under arrest for the above violations. A cooler and backpacks were also with the two subjects. The cooler contained alcohol and one backpack medical marijuana.
Both Walker and Blake were booked into the Benton County Jail.
Thursday, May 17, 2012
Scam Warning
SCAM WARNING! The City of Richland is warning utility customers about a nationwide scam that tricks people into providing personal financial information in exchange for the false promise of getting their utility bills paid by the federal government. There is no such federal program.
Through phone calls, door-to-door visits or online solicitation, scammers are asking customers for personal information, such as social security numbers. They then give victims a fraudulent bank routing number and/or account number with which to pay their bills. The routing number is fake and no payments are made to utility accounts. This is the scammers’ way of obtaining personal identity information.
For questions about your utility bill, call 942-1104, option 1.
If you have been a victim of this scam, call the Richland Police Department at 628-0333. This scam is taking place in multiple states.
Individuals are once again cautioned that legitimate businesses will never initiate contact with them and ask for a social security numbers, account information or bank routing details.
Through phone calls, door-to-door visits or online solicitation, scammers are asking customers for personal information, such as social security numbers. They then give victims a fraudulent bank routing number and/or account number with which to pay their bills. The routing number is fake and no payments are made to utility accounts. This is the scammers’ way of obtaining personal identity information.
For questions about your utility bill, call 942-1104, option 1.
If you have been a victim of this scam, call the Richland Police Department at 628-0333. This scam is taking place in multiple states.
Individuals are once again cautioned that legitimate businesses will never initiate contact with them and ask for a social security numbers, account information or bank routing details.
Tuesday, May 15, 2012
Truck Theft Suspect Crashes and Arrested
Arrested: Garcia, Juan Manuel; 20 year of age male; Pasco resident
Charges: Theft of Motor Vehicle; Hit and Run Accident; DUI Accident; Minor In Possession of alcohol
Synopsis:
On May 14, 2012 a 20 year old Pasco resident named Juan Garcia was hired to help a 52 year old woman move household items into her Richland residence from another location. After helping the woman Garcia stole the victim's 2011 Chevy Silverado pickup sometime after 5:00 PM.
Garcia was involved in a Hit and Run accident with the pickup at 10:51 PM on Allenwhite Drive in Richland. The pickup hit an electrical utility box and temporarily knocked out power in that area. At 10:57 PM the dispatch center received a call from a citizen in south Richland reporting a loud crash and squealing tires that sounded like a vehicle crash near Columbia Park Trail and Leslie.
At 10:58 PM the dispatch center received a call from an On Star operator advising that a male driver of a 2011 Chevy Silverado was stating he had just been in an accident in that same area and was injured. Several Richland PD and Fire Department personnel were in the area but were unable to locate the wrecked pickup until 11:11 PM because the pickup was about 40 yards off of the roadway completely buried in brush and Russian olive trees. It appears the pickup had been travelling east on Columbia Park Trail and crossed over into the west bound lane of travel, left the paved roadway and flew through the air 90 feet outward and over 20 feet down into the Riverview Natural Preserve. The pickup continued for approximately another 75 feet through the trees and brush until it hit a tree head on causing it to stop. The pickup appeared to be totalled and had the appearance of a vehicle that has been in a roll-over accident, even though it did not roll over. The fire department had to use a chain saw to make a path to the pickup and to clear a path for the tow truck to remove the vehicle.
Garcia appeared to be intoxicated and was not cooperative. He had to be handcuffed to the fire department’s backboard even though he was injured. He was transported for treatment to Kadlec hospital. Garcia was not transported to the Benton County jail since it appears that he will need additional treatment for an injured knee.
Garcia is facing charges of Hit and Run Accident, Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol, Minor in Possession of Alcohol and a felony charge of Theft of a Motor Vehicle.
For additional information please contact Capt. Mike Cobb at 942-7362.
Charges: Theft of Motor Vehicle; Hit and Run Accident; DUI Accident; Minor In Possession of alcohol
Synopsis:
On May 14, 2012 a 20 year old Pasco resident named Juan Garcia was hired to help a 52 year old woman move household items into her Richland residence from another location. After helping the woman Garcia stole the victim's 2011 Chevy Silverado pickup sometime after 5:00 PM.
Garcia was involved in a Hit and Run accident with the pickup at 10:51 PM on Allenwhite Drive in Richland. The pickup hit an electrical utility box and temporarily knocked out power in that area. At 10:57 PM the dispatch center received a call from a citizen in south Richland reporting a loud crash and squealing tires that sounded like a vehicle crash near Columbia Park Trail and Leslie.
At 10:58 PM the dispatch center received a call from an On Star operator advising that a male driver of a 2011 Chevy Silverado was stating he had just been in an accident in that same area and was injured. Several Richland PD and Fire Department personnel were in the area but were unable to locate the wrecked pickup until 11:11 PM because the pickup was about 40 yards off of the roadway completely buried in brush and Russian olive trees. It appears the pickup had been travelling east on Columbia Park Trail and crossed over into the west bound lane of travel, left the paved roadway and flew through the air 90 feet outward and over 20 feet down into the Riverview Natural Preserve. The pickup continued for approximately another 75 feet through the trees and brush until it hit a tree head on causing it to stop. The pickup appeared to be totalled and had the appearance of a vehicle that has been in a roll-over accident, even though it did not roll over. The fire department had to use a chain saw to make a path to the pickup and to clear a path for the tow truck to remove the vehicle.
Garcia appeared to be intoxicated and was not cooperative. He had to be handcuffed to the fire department’s backboard even though he was injured. He was transported for treatment to Kadlec hospital. Garcia was not transported to the Benton County jail since it appears that he will need additional treatment for an injured knee.
Garcia is facing charges of Hit and Run Accident, Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol, Minor in Possession of Alcohol and a felony charge of Theft of a Motor Vehicle.
For additional information please contact Capt. Mike Cobb at 942-7362.
Tuesday, April 10, 2012
Strong Armed Robbery
ARRESTED: Ceriale, Darrin, M. 50 yoa, Pasco
CHARGES: Robbery 2nd Degree
SYNOPSIS:
On 04/10/12 at about 8:50 pm Ceriale attacked a 16 year old boy who was walking in front of the apartments at 354 Van Giesen. During the physical altercation Ceriale removed the boy's backpack, then walked away east on Van Giesen. A witness called 911 and Richland PD Officers responded. Ceriale was contacted a few minutes after the call walking on George Washington Way with the backpack. Ceriale was arrested for Robbery and booked into the Benton County Jail. The victim suffered only minor scrapes and bruises and his backpack was returned to him.
FOR ADDITIONAL INFO CONTACT: Captain Mike Cobb, 942-7362
CHARGES: Robbery 2nd Degree
SYNOPSIS:
On 04/10/12 at about 8:50 pm Ceriale attacked a 16 year old boy who was walking in front of the apartments at 354 Van Giesen. During the physical altercation Ceriale removed the boy's backpack, then walked away east on Van Giesen. A witness called 911 and Richland PD Officers responded. Ceriale was contacted a few minutes after the call walking on George Washington Way with the backpack. Ceriale was arrested for Robbery and booked into the Benton County Jail. The victim suffered only minor scrapes and bruises and his backpack was returned to him.
FOR ADDITIONAL INFO CONTACT: Captain Mike Cobb, 942-7362
Auto Theft Prevention Week
The Richland Police Department would like to remind you that this week is the first annual Auto Theft Prevention Week. Wednesday April 11th RPD staff will be handing out information on ways to reduce auto thefts and vehicle prowls from 7 AM to 10 AM. This will be held at the Richland Police Department, which is located at 871 George Washington Way. There will also be key chains, pens, and ice scrapers avaiable. For the first 100 people we will have steering wheel locks.
Please visit: http://richlandwa.swagit.com/play/04022012-552 for more information of what local law enforcement is doing to combat this illegal activity.
If you have any questions contact Community Services Officer Rick Kane at 509-942-7636.
Please visit: http://richlandwa.swagit.com/play/04022012-552 for more information of what local law enforcement is doing to combat this illegal activity.
If you have any questions contact Community Services Officer Rick Kane at 509-942-7636.
Monday, April 9, 2012
Arrest for burglary, assualt, and warrants
Arrested:
1. Johnson, Jeremy D. 35 Richland Resident
2. Jones, Dustin S. 26 Richland Resident
Charges: Burglary 1st degree, Assault, Outstanding Warrants
Synopsis: On 4/7/12 at about 1:30 AM, Richland Police responded to the 1400 block of Judson for a reported disturbance. Officers arrived to find that the front door to the residence had been kicked in and an adult male inside had been assaulted. The male victim was the brother of one of the suspects. Neither of the suspects had legal authority to the residence they broke into.
One of the suspects, Johnson, was located at his residence a couple of blocks away and was taken into custody.
The second suspect, Jones, was located after the Benton County Sherriff’s office K-9 unit arrived to assist. A K-9 track was done and Jones was located at his residence, a few blocks away. After initially refusing to come to the door, he eventually surrendered to police without incident. It was also learned that Jones had multiple warrants out for his arrest.
The cause of the dispute between the brothers stemmed from a domestic incident. Only minor injuries were reported to the victim.
Jones and Johnson were booked into the Benton County Jail on the above listed charges.
For further information, contact Corporal Erik Lundquist at 942-7716 or 628-0333 (Night time) or Captain Michael Cobb at 942-7362 (Daytime)
1. Johnson, Jeremy D. 35 Richland Resident
2. Jones, Dustin S. 26 Richland Resident
Charges: Burglary 1st degree, Assault, Outstanding Warrants
Synopsis: On 4/7/12 at about 1:30 AM, Richland Police responded to the 1400 block of Judson for a reported disturbance. Officers arrived to find that the front door to the residence had been kicked in and an adult male inside had been assaulted. The male victim was the brother of one of the suspects. Neither of the suspects had legal authority to the residence they broke into.
One of the suspects, Johnson, was located at his residence a couple of blocks away and was taken into custody.
The second suspect, Jones, was located after the Benton County Sherriff’s office K-9 unit arrived to assist. A K-9 track was done and Jones was located at his residence, a few blocks away. After initially refusing to come to the door, he eventually surrendered to police without incident. It was also learned that Jones had multiple warrants out for his arrest.
The cause of the dispute between the brothers stemmed from a domestic incident. Only minor injuries were reported to the victim.
Jones and Johnson were booked into the Benton County Jail on the above listed charges.
For further information, contact Corporal Erik Lundquist at 942-7716 or 628-0333 (Night time) or Captain Michael Cobb at 942-7362 (Daytime)
Sunday, April 8, 2012
Firearm investigation and arrest
Arrested: Artz, Gabriel T. 20 Richland Resident
Charges: Unlawful possession of a firearm 1st degree, Possession of drug paraphernalia
Synopsis: On 4/6/12 at about 11:30 PM, Richland Officers responded to the apartment complex at 200 Waldron after receiving a report that a male there had been making threats against family members and was in possession of a loaded .357 revolver. The male was identified as Gabriel Artz, a previously convicted felon. It is illegal in Washington State for convicted felons to possess, purchase, or be in control of any firearm.
Officers surrounded the residence and were able to contact Artz by phone. Artz surrendered himself to police without incident.
A search warrant for the apartment was obtained and Officers recovered the loaded firearm and well as drug smoking paraphernalia.
Artz was booked into the Benton County Jail on the above listed charges.
For additional info, contact Corporal Erik Lundquist at 942-7716 or 628-0333 (Night time) or Captain Michael Cobb at 942-7362 (Daytime)
Charges: Unlawful possession of a firearm 1st degree, Possession of drug paraphernalia
Synopsis: On 4/6/12 at about 11:30 PM, Richland Officers responded to the apartment complex at 200 Waldron after receiving a report that a male there had been making threats against family members and was in possession of a loaded .357 revolver. The male was identified as Gabriel Artz, a previously convicted felon. It is illegal in Washington State for convicted felons to possess, purchase, or be in control of any firearm.
Officers surrounded the residence and were able to contact Artz by phone. Artz surrendered himself to police without incident.
A search warrant for the apartment was obtained and Officers recovered the loaded firearm and well as drug smoking paraphernalia.
Artz was booked into the Benton County Jail on the above listed charges.
For additional info, contact Corporal Erik Lundquist at 942-7716 or 628-0333 (Night time) or Captain Michael Cobb at 942-7362 (Daytime)
Richland Armed Robbery
On 4/7/12 at approximately 1030 PM, Richland Police responded to 515 George Washington Way, The Economy Inn, for a reported armed robbery that had just occurred. Initial responders arrived on scene within 30 seconds of receiving the 911 call. The victims reported that they had gone to the location to purchase an item they had been told was for sale. When they arrived at the Motel, the 2 victims went into a room where they met with the 3 suspects. Two of the suspects displayed handguns and demanded money from the victims. They then fled the Motel with an undisclosed amount of cash and the clothing from one of the victims.
A K-9 track was conducted, which led the initial responders to believe that the suspects fled the area in an unknown vehicle.
The initial investigation led officers to locations in Richland, Kennewick, Pasco, and Benton County. Officers from each of these agencies were involved in attempting to locate the suspects and follow-up on initial leads. Despite this, no arrests have yet been made.
The suspects descriptions are as follows:
Suspect #1: White male in his early 20’s Approximately 5-06 190 Brown hair
Last seen wearing a black polo shirt and jeans
Suspect #2: Hispanic male 25-30 YOA Approximately 5-10 Heavyset, shaved head
Last seen wearing a blue Dickie shirt and blue shorts
Suspect #3: Hispanic male Heavyset
Last seen wearing a white and black checkered shirt, a black hat, and
Displaying a blue bandana from his pocket.
Suspects #2 and 3 were both armed with handguns. It is unknown if suspect #1 was armed.
Anyone with information about the robbery or the suspects are encouraged to contact the Richland Police Department at 628-0333.
For further information, please contact the Richland on-duty supervisor at the number listed above.
A K-9 track was conducted, which led the initial responders to believe that the suspects fled the area in an unknown vehicle.
The initial investigation led officers to locations in Richland, Kennewick, Pasco, and Benton County. Officers from each of these agencies were involved in attempting to locate the suspects and follow-up on initial leads. Despite this, no arrests have yet been made.
The suspects descriptions are as follows:
Suspect #1: White male in his early 20’s Approximately 5-06 190 Brown hair
Last seen wearing a black polo shirt and jeans
Suspect #2: Hispanic male 25-30 YOA Approximately 5-10 Heavyset, shaved head
Last seen wearing a blue Dickie shirt and blue shorts
Suspect #3: Hispanic male Heavyset
Last seen wearing a white and black checkered shirt, a black hat, and
Displaying a blue bandana from his pocket.
Suspects #2 and 3 were both armed with handguns. It is unknown if suspect #1 was armed.
Anyone with information about the robbery or the suspects are encouraged to contact the Richland Police Department at 628-0333.
For further information, please contact the Richland on-duty supervisor at the number listed above.
Thursday, March 29, 2012
Airsoft Handgun Brought To School By Student
Detained: Two students of Chief Joseph Middle School, ages 11 and 12. Richland Residents
Charges: Pending
Synopsis:
On 03/29/2012 at 2:38 PM the Richland police were called to Chief Joseph Middle School where it was reported there was a student with a gun near the main entrance of the school. The suspect was an 11 year old student of Chief Joseph and multiple students saw him with the handgun. School had already been released for the day so it was not placed on lock down since most of the students were already outside. It was also reported that the student with the hand gun might be en route to another 12 year old student's residence to threaten him, so police responded to that location and also to the suspect's residence.
The 11 year old suspect was located at his residence and eventually came outside after being hailed for several minutes over the police car's loud speaker. The handgun had been thrown out of a second floor window and was located in some bushes near the back of the residence by police officers. The handgun turned out to be a plastic airsoft gun.
During the investigation that followed it was learned that the airsoft gun was actually brought to school by the 12 year old student so he could sell it to another student. The 12 year old student didn't want to take the airsoft handgun into the school so he hid it in some bushes on school property. The 11 year old suspect saw him hide the gun and he went and took it from the bushes. Just after school was let out for the day the 11 year old displayed the airsoft gun to several students and pointed it at the midsection of a male student. It was at that time that students began to report the sighting of the gun to school officials and the police were called.
The Richland Police Department and the Richland School District are continuing their investigation with several students still needing to be interviewed concerning this incident.
Sgt. Brian Ruegsegger, (509) 942-7713
Contact Sgt. Darryl Judge for additional at (509) 628-0333
Charges: Pending
Synopsis:
On 03/29/2012 at 2:38 PM the Richland police were called to Chief Joseph Middle School where it was reported there was a student with a gun near the main entrance of the school. The suspect was an 11 year old student of Chief Joseph and multiple students saw him with the handgun. School had already been released for the day so it was not placed on lock down since most of the students were already outside. It was also reported that the student with the hand gun might be en route to another 12 year old student's residence to threaten him, so police responded to that location and also to the suspect's residence.
The 11 year old suspect was located at his residence and eventually came outside after being hailed for several minutes over the police car's loud speaker. The handgun had been thrown out of a second floor window and was located in some bushes near the back of the residence by police officers. The handgun turned out to be a plastic airsoft gun.
During the investigation that followed it was learned that the airsoft gun was actually brought to school by the 12 year old student so he could sell it to another student. The 12 year old student didn't want to take the airsoft handgun into the school so he hid it in some bushes on school property. The 11 year old suspect saw him hide the gun and he went and took it from the bushes. Just after school was let out for the day the 11 year old displayed the airsoft gun to several students and pointed it at the midsection of a male student. It was at that time that students began to report the sighting of the gun to school officials and the police were called.
The Richland Police Department and the Richland School District are continuing their investigation with several students still needing to be interviewed concerning this incident.
Sgt. Brian Ruegsegger, (509) 942-7713
Contact Sgt. Darryl Judge for additional at (509) 628-0333
Wednesday, March 28, 2012
Suspect With Warrants Captured After Eluding Police
Arrested: Barrett, Justin N., 20 year of age male, Pasco resident
Charges: Felony warrants for (1) Burglary / Trafficking Stolen Property, and (2) Possession of Methamphetamine / Theft 3rd
Synopsis:
On 3/27/12 at approximately 3:45 p.m., Justin Barrett was contacted by Richland Police in the 1500 block of Jadwin. There were outstanding warrants for his arrest. Barrett fled on foot and lost the officers when he ran into an area with several commercial businesses.
At approximately 8:00 p.m., officers found Barrett in the 1200 block of Richmond. When officers contacted Barrett he again fled on foot, trying to evade capture by running through the back yards of residences. Barrett entered an unlocked residence in the 1200 block of Wright. He was confronted by the resident and immediately exited the house. Officers then captured Barrett and booked him into the Benton County Jail for the above warrants. This case has been sent to the Benton County Prosecutor’s Office for review of additional charges.
Contact Sergeant Mike Harrison, 509-942-7367, for additional information.
Charges: Felony warrants for (1) Burglary / Trafficking Stolen Property, and (2) Possession of Methamphetamine / Theft 3rd
Synopsis:
On 3/27/12 at approximately 3:45 p.m., Justin Barrett was contacted by Richland Police in the 1500 block of Jadwin. There were outstanding warrants for his arrest. Barrett fled on foot and lost the officers when he ran into an area with several commercial businesses.
At approximately 8:00 p.m., officers found Barrett in the 1200 block of Richmond. When officers contacted Barrett he again fled on foot, trying to evade capture by running through the back yards of residences. Barrett entered an unlocked residence in the 1200 block of Wright. He was confronted by the resident and immediately exited the house. Officers then captured Barrett and booked him into the Benton County Jail for the above warrants. This case has been sent to the Benton County Prosecutor’s Office for review of additional charges.
Contact Sergeant Mike Harrison, 509-942-7367, for additional information.
Monday, March 26, 2012
9-1-1 Scam Alert
Residents in Washington and other states have reported receiving calls from someone requesting money for 9-1-1 services. The caller claims that residents must pay a fee to register their house in a 9‑1‑1 database so first responders can locate the home in an emergency. The caller also requests names and medical information from the residents.
This is a scam. 9-1-1 services are funded through dedicated 9-1-1 excise taxes on telephone bills and by other local government funds. Any request for 9-1-1 funds over the phone is a fraud, and residents who receive these calls should hang up and report the suspicious call to their local police or sheriff’s non-emergency phone number. Benton County residents please use telephone number 509-628-0333.
This is a scam. 9-1-1 services are funded through dedicated 9-1-1 excise taxes on telephone bills and by other local government funds. Any request for 9-1-1 funds over the phone is a fraud, and residents who receive these calls should hang up and report the suspicious call to their local police or sheriff’s non-emergency phone number. Benton County residents please use telephone number 509-628-0333.
Monday, March 19, 2012
1st annual Auto Theft Prevention Week
RPD's first ever Auto Theft Prevention Week is April 9th through the 13th. During the week RPD will be at locations around the community where brochures, key chains, pens, & ice scrapers will be handed out. Officers will also be available to answer your questions regarding personal, home and neighborhood safety. On Wednesday's event at the police station steering wheel locks will be handed out to the first 100 people who stop by.
Public Events include:
04/09/12 Richland Library from 9 AM to 12PM & Richland Wal-Mart from 4 PM to 7 PM.
04/10/12 WSU Tri-Cities from 9 AM to 12 PM & Richland Safeway from 4 PM to 7 PM.
04/11/12 Richland Police Station from 7 AM to 10 AM, PNNL 11 AM to 1 PM & Richland Fred Meyers from 4 PM to 7 PM.
04/12/12 PNNL from 11 AM to 1 PM.
Public Events include:
04/09/12 Richland Library from 9 AM to 12PM & Richland Wal-Mart from 4 PM to 7 PM.
04/10/12 WSU Tri-Cities from 9 AM to 12 PM & Richland Safeway from 4 PM to 7 PM.
04/11/12 Richland Police Station from 7 AM to 10 AM, PNNL 11 AM to 1 PM & Richland Fred Meyers from 4 PM to 7 PM.
04/12/12 PNNL from 11 AM to 1 PM.
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