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Press Release Murrieta Police Department
December 05, 2022
December 5, 2022
DUI Checkpoint
from 7:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m., at an undisclosed location within the Murrieta city limits.
Checkpoint locations are chosen based on a history of DUI crashes and arrests. The primary purpose of
checkpoints is not to make arrests, but to promote public safety by deterring drivers from driving while
impaired. During the checkpoint, officers will look for signs that drivers are under the influence of alcohol
and/or drugs.
The Murrieta Police Department is committed to keeping the traveling public safe. “The safety of our
community is and always will be our mission,” Murrieta Police Chief Tony Conrad said. “We are looking for
impaired drivers because driving under the influence is dangerous and puts the driver and others on the road
at risk.”
The Murrieta Police Department reminds the public that impaired driving is not just from alcohol. Some
prescription medications and over-the-counter drugs may interfere with safe driving. Always follow directions
for use and read warning labels when “driving or operating heavy machinery,” which includes driving a car.
As a reminder, while medicinal and recreational marijuana are legal in the State of California, driving under the
influence of marijuana is illegal. Please plan on staying home if you plan to drink, take medication, or ingest
any marijuana.
Drivers charged with a first-time DUI face an average of $13,500 in fines and penalties, as well as a suspended
license.
Funding for this program was provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety through the
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Press Release City of Murrieta Police Department
December 01, 2022
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
DATE: 12/01/22 CASE NUMBER: MR22-6342
Commercial Burglary Arrest
Murrieta, CA – On Thursday, December 1, 2022, at 3:13 a.m., the Murrieta Police Department received a 911 call of a commercial burglary in progress at Graham Cracker Comics located at 25021 Madison Avenue. The reporting party was monitoring CCTV cameras and told dispatch they could see subjects taking items from inside the business after smashing the front window to gain entry.
Officers arrived within minutes and observed a black Dodge Charger in the parking lot that fled when officers attempted to make contact. A second suspect was spotted on foot in front of the business but was quickly apprehended after attempting to flee on foot.
A vehicle pursuit ensued with the Charger driving westbound on Los Alamos Road as officers followed with emergency overhead lights and sirens activated. Officers briefly lost sight of the vehicle in the area of Ivy Street and Washington Avenue but determined it had lost control and crashed. The vehicle was located at the corner of Ivy Street and 3rd Avenue, lodged into the corner of a nearby residence with the driver missing.
Officers quickly established a perimeter and found the driver hiding in a nearby backyard. The driver and other suspect were both arrested and transported to a local hospital. The driver was treated for injuries sustained as a result of the vehicle collision and the other suspect was treated for unrelated health issues. After receiving medical clearance, both suspects were booked into the Cois Byrd Detention Center. No residents or officers were injured during the incident.
Detectives assisted in processing the Charger for evidence and found numerous comics and other items inside the vehicle that had been taken from the business along with burglary tools.
Anthony Shepherd, a 25-year-old male from San Jacinto, was arrested for 459 PC - Burglary, 2800.2(a) CVC - Evading Peace Officer, 2002(a) CVC - Hit and Run, 3056 PC - Parole Violation.
Nikida Staten, a 37-year-old male from Los Angeles, was arrested for 459 PC - Burglary, 11377(a) H&S - Possession of Controlled Substance, Felony Warrant.
Murrieta Fire & Rescue and the Murrieta Building Inspector later responded to inspect the damage caused to the residence.
MEDIA CONTACT:
Lieutenant Jeremy Durrant
2 Town Square, Murrieta, CA 92562
(951) 461-6317 | jdurrant@murrietaca.gov
PRESS RELEASE
CITY OF MURRIETA POLICE DEPARTMENT www.murrietapolice.org
City of Menifee appoints Interim Police Chief
November 28, 2022
City of Menifee News & AnnouncementsPosted on: November 28, 2022
City Manager Appoints Chris Karrer to Interim Police Chief, Chief Varso to Return to Escondido
With the City of Escondido’s chief of police position yet to be filled following his departure, Chief Ed Varso has made the decision to return to his former employer where he served for over twenty years. Chief Varso felt comfortable making this decision based on the Menifee Police Department’s strong foundation and internal leadership.
“Since its launch in July 2020, the Menifee Police Department has attracted the best and brightest officers and personnel from all across California,” said Chief Varso. “I believe the team here is well-suited to carry on the operations of the police department and continue its successful trajectory well into the future.”
Captain Chris Karrer, who has served with the Menifee Police Department since its inception, has been appointed the interim Chief of Police by City Manager Armando G. Villa. Captain Karrer is a U.S. Marine veteran and has over 20 years of local law enforcement experience overseeing numerous divisions including patrol, traffic, investigations, operations, and support services.
“It has been an honor serving Menifee along with the exceptional men and women of the Menifee Police Department who selflessly put their lives on the line every day to protect our community,” said Karrer. “I look forward to building upon our success and continuing to grow the department with talented officers and support staff.”
Chief Varso’s last day with Menifee will be Saturday, December 17, 2022.
“During his short time here in Menifee, Chief Varso made a strong positive impact on his officers and our community,” said Villa. “We thank him for his service and know the department will be in good hands under the direction of Captain Karrer.”
Captain Karrer will assume his new duties on December 18, 2022. Next steps in the appointment of a permanent police chief are in development.
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