Salinas Man Sentenced to 2 years in Prison for Evading Officers and DUI Crash Causing Injury in Greenfield

SALINAS, California- Monterey County District Attorney Jeannine M. Pacioni announced on Thursday, November 19 that 28-year-old Eric Anthony Magana of Salinas, has been sentenced to 2 years in prison for driving with a blood alcohol content of over .08%, causing injury, and for evading police officers with reckless disregard for the safety of the public. On July 11, 2020 at 4:20 p.m., an officer of the California Highway Patrol in Greenfield was stopped at the shoulder of US-101 South at the El Camino Real overcrossing near Thorne Road, when he observed a dark sedan traveling at approximately 90 mph down the highway. The officer activated his lights and sirens, however the sedan, driven by Magana, refused to yield. Eventually, Magana left US 101 via the Greenfield exit of Walnut Avenue. Magana turned onto 12th Street from Walnut Avenue and sped through a stop sign at the street’s intersection with Cherry Avenue. Magana continued to speed down 12th Street, running stop signs at its intersections with Apple Avenue, and Oak Avenue. As Magana sped through 12th Street’s intersection with Elm Avenue, he caused a collision with a Nissan Frontier, causing non-life threating injuries to that vehicle’s occupants. Magana was largely uncooperative with the DUI investigation conducted at the scene of the collision; however, he did submit to a chemical test that revealed his blood alcohol content was .09%. In California, anyone who drives with a blood alcohol content of .08% or higher is legally presumed to be driving under the influence of alcohol, regardless of poor driving. On Thursday, November 19 Judge Carrie M. Panetta sentenced Magana to serve 2 years in prison. This case was investigated by California Highway Patrol Officers Brett Brown and Adam Pate.

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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

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