Former Santa Maria gang member talks about his experience, how he turned his life around. In that case, visits take place through a glass partition using a telephone handset. The investigation concluded between July 13 and 21 with approximately 40 officers and agents from multiple law enforcement agencies conducting search warrants at 15 locations in Santa Maria, Tanglewood, San Jose and Stanton. A Santa Barbara or Santa Maria Juvenile Court judge will determine whether he or she will be released, further detained pending an adjudication hearing (within 15 days), or transferred elsewhere. Police use 'fake news' in sting aimed at California gang. These street gangs are: West Park, North West, Tangas 13, Guadalupe 13, Nipomo 13, Oceano 13, 12th Street Locos and Colonia Chiques. 5 kilograms of cocaine, small amounts of crack cocaine, 25 pounds of marijuana, 35 firearms, and $800, 000 in currency and property.
"This verdict sends a strong message to gang members who commit violent crimes while armed with a firearm that they will be held accountable for their actions. To report any suspected abuse at this facility, call the SMJH Director at (805) 934-6273. "If the press cries foul here, saying they were led astray by a false release, then you've got the press being angry about being misled, " Kotler said. According to the prosecution, there were 15 victims ranging in age between 17 to 34 years old associated with rival gangs and all in the Santa Maria territory of MS-13. "But on the other hand, the cops would say, 'But look we saved lives. ' Specific rules for visitors include: - You may bring only a valid photo ID and one key into the facility.
He says he was addicted to heroin at the time, and he would do at least one gram each day. In May, more than 140 officers and agents participated in the initial enforcement phase of this investigation conducting more than 40 search warrants and arresting 29 individuals on various charges including conspiracy to distribute methamphetamine, cocaine and marijuana, street terrorism and firearms violations. "Any time you enter into a ruse that involves the media, it creates a real distrust between the police and the folks we rely on, " said Dekmar, who is police chief in LaGrange, Ga. "There's a symbiotic relationship between the media and police. Santa Maria Police Chief Ralph Martin defended the rare tactic this week when it came to light, saying he had never done such a thing in his 43-year career, but he wouldn't rule out doing it again. The woman and her unborn child who were shot were treated at a nearby hospital and were expected to survive the injury, the department said. The police department has said a possible gang war could be the reason for the shootings.
Responding officers immediately began an investigation into the shooting and found physical evidence associated with an exchange of gunfire between rival gangs, the department said. During the time of the wiretaps, Santa Maria police say they found photos of the defendants throwing up gang signs and also wearing blue LA Dodger gear because LA is the birthplace of MS-13 and blue is their color. Located in Santa Maria, CA, the Susan J. Gionfriddo Juvenile Justice Center is a co-ed, maximum-security youth correctional facility run by the Santa Barbara County Probation Department. The investigation also resulted in the seizure of more than 19 pounds of methamphetamine, a methamphetamine conversion laboratory, 1. To obtain a free consultation today, please call our 24-hour line: 877-631-3652 or contact us online. If further detained, your loved one's judicial detention hearing should take place within two or three days (excluding weekends and holidays). Intake/Adjudication. Computers are used, but no Internet is allowed in juvenile hall.
Irvin Yair Gabino-Perez, 18, was arrested around 5 p. m. Tuesday for the March 12 shooting of a 32-year-old pregnant woman who was caught in the crossfire between "an exchange of gunfire" between rival gangs, according to the police department. Using wiretaps and surveillance, police learned the Melendez men, members of a rival gang who lost another cousin to violence seven months earlier, were about to be killed, he said. Incoming detainees at the Gionfriddo Juvenile Hall are allowed to make two initial phone calls, and may call a parent/guardian, a criminal attorney, and/or an employer. Detectives assigned to the case determined that Gabino-Perez was one of the individuals involved in the shooting, and he was booked into the Santa Barbara County Jail for weapons-related charges. His maximum exposure was 16 years 4 months. The caller said that he and his wife were driving in the area and were stopped at a stop sign when they heard a gunshot nearby, and then reported that his pregnant wife had been hit by gunfire, the police department said. In an extreme case, there may be transfer to adult court. Attempting to enter the facility with weapons, alcohol or drugs will subject you to arrest. To schedule your initial visit, contact the facility. ) He was losing his marriage and the love of his kids. The officer was able to capture the suspect's actions on the patrol car's video system. The five defendants in this trial were a part of the street gang, Mara Salvatrucha but they're known as the Santa Maria Little Salvi's.
The results were the arrest of eight individuals, and complaints are expected to be sought against eight more. That's why it's so important for law enforcement agencies to work together, " according to Lt. Sonny LeGault of the Santa Barbara County Sheriff's Department's narcotics bureau. December 4, 2016 GMT. Advanced approval must be sought from the senior deputy probation officer. The date of that trial has not been determined as jury selection is still underway.