Vehicle runs into home
Madera Police officers responded to a report of a traffic collision involving a vehicle into a residence in the 600 block of Hacienda Street. When officers arrived Wednesday afternoon at about 1, they located a vehicle up the curb, and collided with the corner of one home before it collided into the wall of another […]
Stop finds ghost gun
Madera PD Officer Tyler Aldecoa initiated a traffic stop on a vehicle with expired registration. During a probation search of the vehicle Wednesday night, a 14-year-old female was in possession a ghost gun in her waistband. The 14-year-old and the adult driver were arrested as a result of the investigation.
Holiday spirit in full effect
Some motorists are decorating their vehicles with multi-colored lights, making them a moving masterpiece, however it is NOT legal, reports California Highway Patrol Madera. The festive light decorations can mimic an emergency vehicle and confuse motorists. Only emergency vehicles are authorized to display a steady burning red warning lamp visible from the front. A vehicle […]
Cookie with a Cop
Don’t you worry, Santa is still coming. Santa will be at the Madera Police Department (330 S. C Street) on Monday from 6-8 p.m. Santa will join the MPD to enjoy a cookie, talk with the community and will be available for photos.
MCSO announces new Assistant Sheriff
The Madera County Sheriff’s Office announced the promotion of Jason Clark to the rank of Assistant Sheriff. Assistant Sheriff Jason Clark has served in the Madera County Sheriff’s Office for over 26 years. Recently promoted, he now oversees the enforcement operations of the Sheriff’s Office. Clark began his career as a correctional officer in the […]
MCSO swears in new deputies
Deputies Efren Garcia and Johnny Lorance were recently sworn in following their academy graduation ceremony from the State Center Police Academy in Fresno as part of Class 175. They were both sponsored as Cadets by MCSO, attending the academy full-time and completing 1,032 hours of a rigorous curriculum covering over 42 topical areas. “We are […]
Madera County receives State, Congressional honors for landfill
Madera County Public Works Department unveiled its new modernized Low NOx Flare during a ribbon cutting ceremony at the Fairmead Landfill last week. U.S. House Representative John Duarte and California Assembly member Esmeralda Soria honored Madera County on this historic accomplishment. This new Low NOx Flare is a vital component necessary to keep the County’s […]
Madera County opens newly remodeled Oakhurst center
Madera County Supervisors, past and present, its employees, along with thousands of residents in the Mountain Communities celebrated the grand opening and ribbon cutting ceremony of the remodeled Oakhurst Government Center on Monday. This long-awaited facility, at 40232 Junction Drive in Oakhurst, will enhance local services, providing residents access to Public Health, Social Services, Community […]