Paso Robles Incidents / Action

Paso Robles, CA.- On 01-25-23, at approximately 8:55 pm, Paso Robles Police Officers were dispatched to 2135 Theatre Drive, BevMo, for a report of a robbery that had just occurred. Store employees told responding officers a white male adult entered the business and handed a store employee an empty bag and a note demanding money.

The employee complied with the suspect’s demands and placed an undisclosed amount of money in the bag. The suspect left the store without further incident and fled south through the parking lot. There were no weapons used or seen during the incident. The suspect was described as a white male adult, approximately 5’10” to 6′ tall, wearing a camo hat, a white face covering, a black “Cali” sweatshirt, black pants, and black/white Converse All-Star shoes. See attached photo of the suspect taken from surveillance footage. This investigation is ongoing, and anybody with information is encouraged to call the Paso Robles Police Department at (805) 237-6464. Those wishing to remain anonymous can contact Crime Stoppers at 805-549-STOP, or online at http://www.slotips.org

PASO ROBLES – On 01/25/2023 at around 2:40 pm, the Paso Robles Police Department executed a search warrant in the 900 Block of St Ann Drive. Officers recovered controlled substances, paraphernalia, and other evidence to support an ongoing drug sales investigation.

Officers arrested 30-year-old Ashley Cook (Paso Robles) and 34-year-old Stephen Chargin (Paso Robles) for drug-related offenses. Both were booked at the San Luis Obispo County Jail.

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 Stoppers’ 24-hour hotline at 805-549-STOP or by texting “SLOTIPS” plus your message” to CRIMES (274637).

Paso Robles, CA- On 01/19/2023 at approximately 11:20am, PRPD Officers were dispatched to the area of Apion Ct, where a resident called 911 to report a male suspect had entered her home through an open garage door. The suspect was reportedly armed with a pry bar and a large knife. The female resident was at home at the time and confronted the suspect as he came out of one of the interior bedrooms. The suspect quickly left the home and attempted to force his way into a neighbor’s home across the street, but was unsuccessful.

PRPD Officers arrived in the area and located the suspect attempting to leave in his vehicle, and he was taken into custody without incident. The suspect, 34-year-old Stephen Chargin of Paso Robles, was arrested and found to be in possession of methamphetamine, fentanyl, prescription pills, and psilocybin mushrooms. Chargin was later booked into San Luis Obispo County Jail for felony charges of: burglary, attempted burglary, possession of drugs for sale, and other drug related charges.

This investigation is ongoing, and anybody with information is encouraged to call the Paso Robles Police Department at (805) 237-6464. Those wishing to remain anonymous can contact Crime Stoppers at 805-549-STOP.

PASO ROBLES, CA – On Friday January 13, 2023, the Paso Robles Fire and Emergency Services Department received a call for a person trapped in the riverbed. near the 13th street bridge.

First arriving units found a male standing on an island in the middle of the river. He was unable to move from his location without entering the water. He told rescuers that he was exhausted and needed help. Paso Robles firefighters evaluated their options and using an aerial ladder performed a high angle rope rescue to secure the patient and bring him to safety

Three fire engines, a Battalion Chief, a Deputy Chief, a heavy rescue and an aerial ladder responded from Paso Robles. San Luis Ambulance and Paso Robles Police Department also assisted.

Paso Robles, CA. – City officials declared the Existence of a Local Emergency on January 9, 2023, and the City Council will consider ratifying the declaration Thursday evening. This local emergency declaration will remain in effect until it is determined by Council Members and Emergency Managers that no further threat of disaster exists.

The National Weather Service (NWS) is forecasting another series of storm activity beginning Friday afternoon and lasting through Monday evening that is expected to bring several inches of rain. City staff remains on alert throughout the weekend and are prepared to mobilize as conditions dictate. The public is advised to monitor local media and City social media for latest information.

North River Road remains closed between River Oaks Dr. and the county line, but all other roads are currently open. Cleanup work will continue on roadways throughout the city. Due to the weather forecast, roadways may close again over the weekend, so please monitor City social media for updated road closure information.

The City has made 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. Lists of locations to buy sandbags are available on ReadySLO.org.

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 are strongly encouraged to report home and property damage to the County Office of Emergency Services to provide to FEMA via a form on ReadySLO.org. A countywide dollar amount threshold must be met before residents are eligible for financial recovery assistance. If assistance becomes available, homeowners will be notified.

Paso Robles, CA. January 10, 2023, 11:00 AM – Effective immediately, the Paso Robles Police

Paso Robles City has LIFTED all evacuation orders and warnings throughout the City and has reopened the 13th Street bridge.

ORDERS LIFTED: All residences in the following areas can immediately begin to

return to their homes:

~ Riverbank Lane

Residents between Riverbank Lane 118 – 160

Residents between Summer Creek Lane 1638 – 1705

Residents between Edgewater Lane 161 – 172

Navajo Avenue

Villa Del Rio apartments on Rio Court

Residents between 70 Navajo Avenue and 96 Navaio Avenue

Residents between 203 Vista Del Rio Court and 213 Vista Del
Rio Court

o Paso Robles Street

Residents and businesses between 390 – 406 Paso Robles Street

North River Road

Residents and businesses between Union Road & River Oaks Road

> WARNINGS LIFTED: All residences in the following areas can immediately begin to return to their homes:

1700 Block Summer Creek Lane

All of Shadow Creek Lane

All of Stillwater Court

All ot sandcove Lane

All of Waterfall Lane
Bridgegate Lane between Riverbank and Stillwater Court

> ROAD CLOSURES CURRENTLY IN EFFECT: The following streets remain closed, but staft will update the public as conditions improve and streets begin to open.

21St Street between Pine Street and Riverside Ave

N. River Road between Union Rd. and N. County Line

S. River Road between Creston Rd. and Navajo Ave
Vine Street between 22nd and 24th Streets

The temporary evacuation shelter located at the Mid-State Fairgrounds Pavilion will close by noon today.

Paso Robles, CA. January 9, 2023, 3:00 PM – Effective immediately, the Paso Robles Police Department has placed the area of Riverbank Lane under EVACUATION ORDERS.

> ORDER: All residences in the area along Riverbank Lane including the following areas are ordered to evacuate immediatelv for their satetv:

Residents between Riverbank Lane 118 – 160.

Residents between Summer Creek Lane 1638 – 1705.

Residents between Edgewater Lane 161 – 172.

• An Evacuation Order means there is an immediate threat to life and property,

and vou should leave now

As you prepare to evacuate be sure to take any medications, pets, family valuables, etc with you.

Please drive carefully toward higher ground and follow the instructions of law enforcement personnel.

Evacuees can find shelter at the Ponderosa Pavilion located at the Mid-State Fairgrounds at 2198

Riverside avenue

Paso Robles, CA. January 9, 2023, 1:00 PM – An evacuation warning has been issued for the area west of South River road at Navajo and Rio Courts. Rising flood waters have reached critical levels, and residents in the following areas are advised to prepare for possible evacuation for their safety:

Residents at Villa Del Rio apartments between 82 Rio Court and 98 Rio Court

Residents between 70 Navaio Avenue to 96 Navaio Avenue

Residents including 203 Vista Del Rio Court to 213 Vista Del Rio Court

Paso Robles city staff continue to closely monitor this situation and will update evacuation warnings at https://www.prcity.com/AlertCenter.aspx?AID=Evacuation-Warnings-for-Paso-Robles-36.

Paso Robles, CA. – Due to widespread flooding, Paso Robles Emergency Services is urging all residents to stay off the roadways whenever possible until the flooding subsides. The following roads are closed, likely with more to follow:

10th Street and Olive Street

21st Street between Pine Street and Riverside Ave

North River Road between Union Road and the Monterey Countv Line

South River Road between Niblick Road and 13^ Street

Scott Street between Creston Road and Commerce way

The city has added additional crews to respond to weather-related emergency calls throughout the City as priorities dictate.

The National Weather Service (NWS) is advising this is the first of two significant rain events for Paso Robles. This storm is forecast to bring ” per hour through this evening.

After a brief interruption, a second storm is forecast for the morning of January 10th bringing possible thunderstorms and approximately 1″ of rain per hour.

Paso Robles Fire & Emergency Services reminds everyone to please avoid the roadways as much as possible during this time. For storm and road closure information, please call

(805) 227-7506. For emergencies please call 911.