Arrests made in Prescription Drug Diversion Ring

SALINAS, California- Monterey County District Attorney Jeannine M. Pacioni announced on Wednesday, November 13 that Federal, State and local officers have made arrests related to the illegal diversion of prescription opiates. The Federal Bureau of Investigations, the California Department of Health Care Services (DHCS), and the Monterey County District Attorney’s Office have jointly investigated a widespread criminal ring. The initial investigation by DHCS discovered large amounts of opioids being prescribed out of Monterey County and being filled at pharmacies throughout California. The investigation led to surveillance of several pharmacies and a real estate office in Salinas. An independent investigation by the FBI uncovered other aspects of the criminal ring. The FBI, DEA, DHCS and Monterey County District Attorney’s Office along with the United States Attorney agreed to cooperate in a joint investigation.
On August 14, 2019, search warrants were served at the office of Genesis Real Estate located at 210 Capitol Street in Salinas. Telephones and computers were among the evidence seized.
Simultaneously, a search warrant was served at 6685 Langley Canyon Road in Prunedale, the home of Dr. Dean Crow and his wife Diane Crow. At that time, Dr. Crow voluntarily forfeited his right to prescribe controlled substances. Other officers served a third search warrant at a Greenfield residence.
The United States Attorney’s Office unsealed several indictments after arrests of the targets of those indictments. For additional details on the indictments, please refer to the United States Attorney’s Office press release which will follow.
The Monterey County District Attorney’s Office, Federal, State, and local law enforcement are working collaboratively toward the common goal of addressing the nation’s opioid epidemic and look forward to more joint operations aimed at arresting those who profit on addiction.

Comments

Lake San Antonio Closed Due to Large Scale Fish Die Off; Number of Fish Impacted is Increasing and Reason for Die Off Remains Unknown

July 9, 2024- Out of abundance of caution for public health, County of Monterey Parks is closing the Lake San Antonio facility due to a large-scale fish die off from an unknown cause. On July 5, 2024, Parks staff noticed that dead baitfish, mostly shad, began washing up on the shore around Lake San Antonio and immediately contacted California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) to report the situation. At that time, the CDFW fisheries biologist stated the fish die off was most likely due to the high temperatures and low dissolved oxygen level in the water and that the situation most likely did not present a risk to the public. Parks staff also contacted the Water Resources Agency (WRA), State Water Resources Control Board and Environmental Health Bureau. Unfortunately, the fish die off has continued with larger species such as bass, catfish, crappie, carp, and trout being impacted. Attached photos include a 3–4-pound bass. CDFW, WRA and EHB are working together to try to determi

Suspect Vehicle in King City Quadruple Homicide on March 3 Has Been Located

The Monterey County Sheriff’s Office, on behalf of the King City Police Department is informing the community that the suspect vehicle involved in a quadruple homicide that occurred Sunday, March 3 on the 200 block of North Second Street in King City, has been located and recovered. The vehicle was located in an unincorporated area of South Monterey County. The King City Police Department is receiving assistance from multiple local and federal law enforcement partners in this investigation. Based on the nature of this investigation, no further details regarding the recovery of this vehicle are being released at this time. The Monterey County Sheriff's Office and the King City PD are asking the community for their assistance in reporting any information they may know regarding this incident which tragically left 4 people dead and 7 people injured, two with critical injuries. Information can be provided by contacting the following: King City Detective Sergeant Josh Partida 831-3

Attempted Homicide Shooting Incident in King City on September 29

The King City Police Department received a report of gunshots heard in the area of the 600 block of Sycamore Street at around 1 am on Sunday, September 29. While enroute, the King City PD was advised that 2 victims were transported to Mee Memorial Hospital by private vehicle to be treated for gunshot wounds. Upon arrival, officers were told that a single unknown suspect opened the gate to a fenced yard and fired 10 rounds into a crowd attending a party. 2 individuals were struck by the gunfire, after-which the suspect fled on foot. The suspect was described as wearing a dark colored hoodie and pants. The 2 victims are a 16-year-old juvenile male who was shot 3 times and an 18-year-old male who was shot 1 time. Both victims were transported to Natividad Hospital from Mee Memorial and are currently listed in stable condition. Detectives from the King City Police Department are currently working the investigation with assistance from the Greenfield Police Department Crime Scene Unit

KRKC COUNTRY

Search This Blog