Paso Robles Incidents / Action

PASO ROBLES – On 05/15/2023 at around 8:20 p.m., the Paso Robles Police Department responded to a robbery in the 1200 block of Alamo Creek, in the Dry Creek Apartment complex.

A caller reported two men forced a family at gunpoint into an apartment and robbed them of personal belongings. Police raced to the scene, but both suspects fled prior to our arrival.

As the investigation began, we learned the two men allegedly responsible were Leonel Herrejon Sanchez (33, Paso Robles) and Angel Chavez (19, Paso Robles). Our investigation also led us to Walmart where Chavez was seen on surveillance footage attempting to use a credit card belonging to one of the victims.

On 05/17/2023, a patrol officer spotted Chavez near 28th and Park Street. Chavez was arrested without incident. Chavez was transported to the SLO County Jail and booked on four felony charges: 211 PC – robbery, 207 PC – kidnapping, 459 PC – burglary, and 182(a)(1) PC conspiracy.

The Paso Robles Police Department is still looking for Leonel Herrejon Sanchez, who is considered to be armed and dangerous. Anybody with information regarding his whereabouts is urged to call the Paso Robles Police Department at (805) 237-6464. Persons wishing to remain anonymous are encouraged to call Crime Stoppers’ 24-hour hotline at 805-549-STOP or by texting “SLOTIPS” plus your message” to CRIMES (274637).

PASO ROBLES, CA – On 05/09/2023 at approx. 0835 hours, officers from the Paso Robles Police Department responded to the Golden Hill Car Wash for a report of a single vehicle traffic collision. The responding patrol and traffic officers discovered the vehicle’s driver, Ana Aguirrezbatres (37 years of Paso Robles), was uninjured. She was, however, displaying signs and symptoms of being impaired.

After conducting a DUI investigation, Aguirrezbatres was arrested for 23152 (f)VC which states: “It is unlawful for a person who is under the influence of any drug to drive a vehicle”. The PRPD is asking you to remain watchful for impaired drivers and please do not drink / use medications or illegal drugs and get behind the wheel.

This is an ongoing investigation, and the Paso Robles Police Department is requesting anyone with any information to call the PRPD at (805) 237-6464 or persons wishing to remain anonymous are encouraged to call Crime Stopper’s 24-hour hotline at 805-549-STOP or by texting “SLOTIPS” plus your message to CRIMES (274637).

PASO ROBLES, CA – Paso Robles Fire and Emergency Services is proud to announce its upcoming FireWise Wildfire Preparedness Block Parties. These events, held at locations on the urban/wildland interface, are aimed at educating the community about the importance of wildfire preparedness and how to best protect homes, properties, and people from the devastating effects of wildfires.
The first FireWise Wildfire Preparedness Block Party will take place on May 10th, 2023, at 17th Street and Chestnut from 6 pm to 8 pm and the second will be held May 17th, 2023, at 12th Street and Fresno Ave. from 6 pm to 8 pm. Both events will be excellent opportunities for the community to come together and interact with firefighters and CERT volunteers to learn about wildfire preparedness.
According to John Prickett, Fire Captain/Paramedic, “Wildfires continue to be a significant threat to our communities. The more we prepare for disasters such as wildfires, the chance of damage is decreased to our homes, properties, and our way of life. We have developed a FireWise community on our western city limits, and we would love to have the residents come out for an evening of interaction with your firefighters and learn about ways to prepare your home for wildfires.”
In addition to the educational aspect, the FireWise Wildfire Preparedness Block Party will display the department’s wildland fire engine, which attendees can view up close. This event is free and open to the public, so everyone is encouraged to come and participate.
For more information about the Paso Robles Fire and Emergency Services department or to learn about wildfire preparedness, please visit their website at https://www.prcity.com/198/Fire-and-Emergency-Services, or call (805) 227-7560.
About FireWise Communities:
The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) oversees a grassroots, community- based wildfire preparedness program called Firewise USA. Firewise USA serves as a framework for neighbors to learn about their fire risks and take mitigative actions to protect their communities. More than 1,900 communities across the country are currently taking steps to reduce their wildfire risk as Firewise sites.

PASO ROBLES – On 04-11-23 at approximately 2:12pm, the Paso Robles Police Department received information that a pedestrian was struck by a southbound Amtrak passenger train near the 2800 block of Riverside Ave.. When police officers arrived on scene, they located a White male adult who was deceased from injuries sustained from the collision. Paso Robles Police Detectives were able to retrieve surveillance video of the incident, which is currently under review. The victim has not been positively identified at this time, and the San Luis Obispo Sheriff Coroner has been notified.

PASO ROBLES – On 03/14/2023, at about 5:00 pm, the Paso Robles Police Department received a call regarding several storage lockers that were broken into at a storage facility in the

2900 Block of Union Road. A manager investigated the matter and reviewed the on-site surveillance footage. The manager noted a red car on the premises during the time of the break-ins and noted the gate passcode used was that of a new tenant.

Shortly before 8:00 pm, the manager called to report the new tenant, driving his red car, was back on the property. Officers arrived and attempted to stop the vehicle within the complex, but the driver, John James Jenkins, Jr (28, Paso Robles), tried to flee, while throwing stolen property out of the car window. Jenkins was not able to exit the property and gave up. Several stolen items were recovered from the scene. Officers also located a loaded .40 caliber handgun near the center console.

Jenkins was arrested on multiple felony charges related to the thefts as well as weapons violations by a person who legally cannot possess a firearm/ammunition. Jenkins was booked into the SLO County Jail.

This is an ongoing investigation. Anyone with information about this case is encouraged to call the Paso Robles Police Department at 805-237-6464. Persons wishing to remain anonymous are encouraged to call Crime Stoppers’ 24-hour hotline at 549-STOP or by texting “SLOTIPS” plus your message to CRIMES (274637).

Paso Robles, CA. March 13, 2023 – The City of Paso Robles remains on alert for storms forecasted beginning early Tuesday, March 14th and continuing into Wednesday. The National Weather Service is predicting the Salinas River will reach flood stage late Tuesday afternoon or evening. A local declaration of emergency remains in place, with City staff and resources prepared to respond to issues as they arise. It is strongly advised to avoid driving through, entering, or playing in moving water at all times

Residents and businesses at the following addresses remain under an evacuation warning:

70 through 84 Navajo Avenue

406 and 390 Paso Robles Street

3700 and 3730 Spring Street

1509 through 1911 North River Road

If evacuations are necessary, an evacuation order will be issued, and an evacuation shelter will be established. Residents with questions about the evacuation warning can call 805) 227-7236.

All Recreation classes have been canceled, along with Story time at the library. The Senior Center will be closed, the Library will be open. The Library Study Center will be open and YMCA activities will take place.

The City has sand available for anyone wishing to make sandbags to protect private property.

Sand can be found at the City Streets Yard located at 1220 Paso Robles Street. A shovel is onsite, but please bring your own sandbags as they are not available on site. If you need sandbags, they may be available locally at: Farm Supply, Home Depot, Kritz Excavation, Lowes, Miner’s Ace Hardware, Site One Landscaping and Steve Schmidt Topsoil.

Police and Fire personnel continue to contact individuals within the riverbed to emphasize the need to seek higher ground.

A warming center for the unhoused is scheduled to be open March 13 and 14 at Paso Nazarene Church (530 12th St). Doors open at 6:00 p.m. and dinner will be served.

Residents needing to report non-emergency storm issues, such as a blocked storm drain or debris blocking safe travel on a City street, should call the non-emergency dispatch line at (805) 237-6464. If it is an emergency, dial 9-1-1. Storm updates will be provided as necessary on PRCity.com and official social media feeds.

Paso Robles, CA. March 10, 2023, 11:00AM -The City of Paso Robles has issued an evacuation warning for certain neighborhoods and businesses near the Salinas River and preparing for the closure of the 13″ Street bridge due to rapidly rising water levels within the Salinas River.

Residents close to the river in lower Navajo Avenue area and south Paso Robles Street should begin preparing to evacuate now, as the rain is forecasted to continue for the next 12 hours. Paso Robles Emergency Services staff is contacting residents of the following streets to alert them of the need to begin preparing for evacuation:

70 through 84 Navajo Avenue

406 and 390 Paso Robles Street

3700 and 3730 Spring Street

1509 through 1911 North River Road

If evacuations are necessary, an evacuation order will be issued and an evacuation shelter will be established. Residents with questions about the evacuation warning can call 805.227.7236.

Due to rapidly rising river levels, City staff is preparing to close the 13* Street bridge as soon as this afternoon. Motorists should prepare to use alternate routes. The Niblick bridge and 24th Street bridge remain open.

River Road remains closed from Navajo to 13th and from Union Road to River Oaks Drive.

PASO ROBLES, CA – On Thursday, March 9, 2023 at 6:57 p.m. Paso Robles Fire and Emergency Services responded to a report of a structure fire at 558 Ferro Lane in Paso Robles.

First arriving firefighters found a single family dwelling with light smoke showing from the front door of the house. The fire was quickly contained to the living room with significant smoke damage throughout the house. Six people were displaced by the fire.

Three fire engines, a heavy rescue and a Battalion Chief from Paso Robles responded. Under the City’s automatic aid agreements one engine from Cal Fire responded with one Battalion Chief.

A total of 15 firefighters responded to the incident. Assistance was also provided by San Luis Ambulance and the Paso Robles Police Department.

The cause of the fire was related to a rechargeable battery that overheated and caught the couch on fire, then extended to the rest of the living room.

The Paso Robles Fire and Emergency Services Department wants to remind everyone to make sure that you have working smoke detectors in your house and reinforce with the upcoming time change it is a great time to change your batteries.

Paso Robles, CA. March 9, 2023, 2:00PM – City officials and staff are preparing for a series of two atmospheric river storms forecasted to bring multiple inches of rain each to Paso Robles between Thursday, March 9 and Friday, March 17. Please note the following:

Storm Info:
• This storm is now looking very similar to the storm activity we witnessed on January 9 and 10.
• A flood watch is in effect from 4:00PM Thursday, March 9 until 4:00am Saturday, March 11.
• Wind Gusts upwards of 50 MPH.
• Peak rainfall rates expected 8:00PM to noon tomorrow. Could see rain rates as high as 3⁄4
to 1” per hour.
• Rainfall projections are 2-5 inches through SLO County and 5-10 inches in the NW areas of the County.

Road Closures and Safety Measures:

• River Road will be preemptively closed to through traffic from Navajo to Creston and Union to River Oaks beginning at 7:00PM on Thursday, March 9 and will reopen when it is safe to do so. Access to businesses along N. River Road just north of Union Road will be maintained, conditions allowing.
• The City has sand available for anyone wishing to make sandbags to protect private property. Sand can be found at the City Streets Yard located at 1220 Paso Robles Street. A shovel is onsite, but please bring your own sandbags as they are not available on site. If you need sandbags, as of 7:30PM on 3/9/23, they are available at: Home Depot, Kritz Excavation, Lowes, Miner’s Ace Hardware, and Steve Schmidt Topsoil.
• Police and Fire personnel are allocating significant resources to advise individuals within the Salinas riverbed to relocate to higher grounds immediately.

• Staff and equipment are in place for both storms and prepared to mobilize as conditions dictate.

Care and Shelter:

• Warming centers for the unhoused will be open within Paso Robles over the next several days as follows:
  • March 9
  • Plymouth Congregation Church (1301 Oak St)
  • Doors open at 6:00PM and dinner will be served
  • March 10 and 11
  • First United Methodist Church (915 Creston Rd) o Doors open at 6:00PM and dinner will be served
  • March 13 and 14
  • Paso Nazarene Church (530 12th St)
  • Doors open at 6:00PM and dinner will be served.
  
• Prepare and Protect:
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  • All residents living in an area prone to flooding should have a plan in place on where you will go if you need to evacuate. Plan for your pets and any medication or items you need to bring with you.
  • It is strongly advised to avoid driving through, entering, or playing in moving water at all times.
  • During major storm events, public safety resources are in high demand, avoiding situations that may require an emergency response is a priority.
  Residents needing to report non-emergency storm issues, such as a blocked storm drain or debris blocking safe travel on a City street, should call the non-emergency dispatch line at (805) 237-6464. If it is an emergency, dial 9-1-1. Storm updates will be provided as necessary on PRCity.com and official social media feeds.
  Storm updates will be posted on the homepage of http://www.prcity.com as needed.