Monterey County District Attorney Continues Enforcement Against Unlicensed Cannabis Cultivators

Monterey, California- Monterey County District Attorney Jeannine M. Pacioni announced on Thursday, July 22 that the District Attorney’s Office’s Bureau of Investigations, in cooperation with the California Department of Fish and Wildlife and other state and local agencies (“Monterey County Cannabis Enforcement Unit”), continued enforcement efforts this week against the unlicensed cannabis industry. More specifically, the Monterey County Cannabis Enforcement Unit conducted cannabis enforcement operations targeting unlicensed cannabis cultivations, and, in total, these operations resulted in the eradication and destruction of over 3 tons of illegal cannabis in the King City area off of Jolon Road and close to Fort Hunter Liggett. These enforcement efforts will continue throughout the year. Investigation into these most recent illegal operations is active and ongoing. The Monterey County Cannabis Enforcement Unit has participated in multiple joint operations this year targeting illegal cannabis cultivators, processors, distributors, and laboratories. Enforcement efforts are designed to eliminate hazardous and dangerous cannabis products from the market, foster a fair and competitive industry for licensed cannabis businesses, and protect the environment of Monterey County. Illegal cannabis cultivation sites are extremely harmful to Monterey County’s sensitive ecosystems. Illegal cultivators often divert streams, pollute waterways, kill wildlife, and leave waste. In California, cultivating cannabis in a manner that significantly harms the environment is a felony. The District Attorney’s Office is committed to ensuring a level playing field in Monterey County’s licensed cannabis industry by eliminating unfair and unlicensed business practices. Additionally, it is committed to protecting the environment.

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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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