Lowell Nichols of Chino Hills is arrested for felony spousal abuse, torture, false imprisonment and assault

DATE/TIME: Between Sunday, July 22, 2018 and Tuesday, July 31, 2018

INCIDENT: Felony Spousal Abuse, False Imprisonment, Criminal Threats, Assault with a Deadly Weapon, Torture

LOCATION: 3800 block of Eucalyptus Avenue, City of Chino Hills

SUSPECT(S): Lowell Nichols, age 20 a resident of Chino Hills

VICTIM(S): Confidential

SUMMARY:

On July 31, 2018, Sheriff’s Dispatch received a call from a female victim reporting she had been held against her will. The victim advised deputies that between Sunday, July 22, 2018 and Tuesday, July 31, the suspect, Lowell Nichols, had held her against her will at his residence. Over the course of that week, Nichols continuously sexually abused and physically assaulted the victim. The victim received a broken nose and wrist as a result of the abuse sustained by Nichols. On Tuesday, July 31, 2018, Nichols was arrested and booked into the West Valley Detention Center in the City of Rancho Cucamonga for felony spousal abuse, false imprisonment, criminal threats, assault with a deadly weapon and torture. Nichols is in-custody with a one-million-dollar bail pending court proceedings.

Anyone with information is urged to contact Detective Kyle Glozer with the Chino Hills Police Department. Callers wishing to remain anonymous are urged to call the We-tip Hotline at 1-800-78-CRIME (27463), or you may leave information on the We-Tip Hotline at www.wetip.com

Refer: Detective Kyle Glozer

Station: Chino Hills

Phone No. (909) 364-2000

Case No. 221802447

Corona is excited to share the City’s Adopted Operating Budget and Capital Improvement Program Budget documents for Fiscal Year 2018-19 are now live and available for viewing on the City’s website.

On Thursday, August 2, the City of Norco will conduct a complete road closure of Hamner Avenue between Detroit Street and Citrus Street in order to trim the trees that are currently creating visual impediments for drivers along Hamner Bridge. This work will begin at 11 p.m. on August 2 and will end at 3 a.m. on August 3. The City of Norco has already placed an electronic notification board at the northeast corner of Hamner Avenue and Detroit Street to notify drivers of the upcoming closure. Please note, emergency vehicles will have access through the area, however all regular vehicle traffic will be detoured around the area. For more information, please contact the City of Norco Public Works Department at (951) 270-5627 or publicworks@ci.norco.ca.us.

Alan Rhodes is arrested for robbery, pimping, pandering and human trafficking of an adult

DATE/TIME: July 26, 2018/3:00 pm

INCIDENT: Robbery, Pimping, Pandering, and Human Trafficking of an Adult

LOCATION: 200 Block of North Vineyard Avenue, Ontario

SUSPECT(S): Alan Rhodes, 36 year old resident of Pasadena

VICTIM(S): 1- Adult Female, 19 years old (Confidential)

SUMMARY: On July 19, 2018, the Ontario Police Department responded to the report of a domestic disturbance at a residence in the 200 block of Vineyard Avenue. Through investigation, officer’s determined human trafficking was involved and contacted the San Bernardino County Human Trafficking Task Force to assume the investigation. Investigators were able to locate evidence that suggest the suspect, Alan Rhodes, was involved in robbery, pimping, pandering, and human trafficking.

On July 25th, an arrest warrant was issued for Rhodes. The Ontario Police made contact with Rhodes at his residence in the City of Pasadena. Rhodes, who was found to be a known gang member was in possession of a firearm. Rhodes was taken into custody without incident and transported to the Ontario Police department. As a result of this investigation, Rhodes was charged by the District Attorney for felony robbery, pimping, pandering, and human trafficking of an adult and is being held in lieu of $1,000,000.

The San Bernardino County Human Trafficking Task Force is made up of investigators from the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department, San Bernardino County District Attorney’s Office, San Bernardino Police Department, Ontario Police Department, San Bernardino Unified School District Police, California State Parole, Office of Homeland Security and the Federal Bureau of Investigation.

This investigation is ongoing. Investigators believe there are other unidentified victims related to this case and are asking that anyone with information related to this investigation, please contact the San Bernardino County Human Trafficking Task Force at (909)387-8400. Anyone wishing to remain anonymous may contact We-Tip at 1-888-78-CRIME or you may leave information on the WE-Tip Hotline at www.wetip.com.

Refer: Corporal N. Lefler

Station: San Bernardino County Human Trafficking Task Force

Phone No. (909) 387-8400

Case No. OPD #180401251

SBSD #621800216

On Thursday, August 2, the City of Norco will conduct a complete road closure of Hamner Avenue between Detroit Street and Citrus Street in order to trim the trees that are currently creating visual impediments for drivers along Hamner Bridge. This work will begin at 11 p.m. on August 2 and will end at 3 a.m. on August 3. The City of Norco has already placed an electronic notification board at the northeast corner of Hamner Avenue and Detroit Street to notify drivers of the upcoming closure. Please note, emergency vehicles will have access through the area, however all regular vehicle traffic will be detoured around the area. For more information, please contact the City of Norco Public Works Department at (951) 270-5627 or publicworks@ci.norco.ca.us.

Join Eastvale Cub Scout Pack 2017 as they host the Special Needs Games Day this Saturday, August 4, 2018 at Harada Heritage Park (13099 65th Street Eastvale, CA 92880) from 4:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Check-in will begin at 3:00 p.m. and the games will start at 4:00 p.m.

This is a FREE event for families who have children with special needs. Get ready to play lots of games, check out tons of resources for special needs, and enjoy a family day!

It’s not too late to register! You can register today at: www.eastvalescouts.com/gamesday.

Specialized Detectives investigate a homicide at a Butterfield Ranch Rd. apt. complex; suspect found deceased

DATE/TIME: Saturday, July 28, 2018 12:58 a.m.

INCIDENT: Homicide Investigation

LOCATION: 16301 Butterfield Ranch Rd., Chino Hills

SUSPECT: Name withheld pending family notification – 26-year-old male

VICTIM(S): 29-year-old female

25-year-old male

SUMMARY:

On Saturday, July 28, 2018 at 12:58 a.m. deputies were called to the apartment regarding a possible home invasion robbery. When deputies arrived, they contacted the victims outside the apartment and both were suffering apparent knife wounds. The suspect was inside the apartment and was not responding to deputies orders to exit. Deputies requested a SWAT response, as the suspect appeared to be barricaded inside. Several hours later, SWAT officers entered the apartment and found the suspect deceased. Homicide Investigators were requested to conduct the investigation.

Homicide Investigators contacted the victims at the hospital and have determined the victims were in their apartment when a friend arrived at the door. Moments after arriving, the friend (suspect) produced a handgun and demanded a large amount of cash from the victims. The female victim armed herself with a knife, while the male victim fought with the suspect to disarm him. A struggle ensued inside the apartment until the victims were able to escape and call police.

An autopsy will be conducted to determine the suspects cause of death. The suspects name will be withheld until family notification can be made.

Anyone with information related to this investigation is urged to contact the Homicide Detail, Detective Jerry Moreno at (909)387-3589. Callers can remain anonymous and contact WeTip at (800)78-CRIME or www.wetip.com.

Refer: Detective Jerry Moreno or Sergeant Jerry Davenport

Station: Specialized Investigations Division – Homicide Detail

Phone No. (909)387-3589

Case No. DR#221802420 H#2018-066

Attempt to identify-Rowland Heights Burglary

Attempt to identify-Rowland Heights Burglary

On Wednesday July 25, 2018, two males entered the backyard of a residence in the 1400 block of Custoza Av. RH and damaged the surveillance equipment. They then broke the rear slider in an attempt to enter the residence, but were scared off by the alarm. If you recognize the burglar in the photo, please call Walnut/Diamond Bar Sheriff’s Station Deputy Gonzales at 909-859-2842 or 213.486.6000 | www.lacrimestoppers.org  

Deputies arrest 2 for possess of credit card making equipment, stolen access cards & possess. of drug paraphernalia

DATE/TIME: July 26, 2018 / 2:22 a.m.

INCIDENT: Possession of Credit Card Making Equipment / Stolen Access Cards

Possession of Drug Paraphernalia

LOCATION: 4587 Chino Hills Pkwy, Chino Hills

SUSPECT(S): Michael Budzien, age 29, resident of Corona

Erica Saavedra, age 27, resident of Anaheim

SUMMARY:

On Thursday, July 26, 2018 deputies assigned to the Chino Hills Police Station responded to a hotel located at 4587 Chino Hills Parkway regarding credit card fraud. Upon arrival, Deputy Brian Cervantes learned Budzien attempted to use credit cards which appeared to be fraudulent. Budzien left in a vehicle prior to Cervantes’ arrival.

Cervantes found Budzien near another hotel, inside the described vehicle, with Erica Saavedra. The fraudulent credit cards used during the transaction were located. Deputies Stephanie Garcia and Komson Phaphui assisted Cervantes and located credit card making equipment including a laptop, card reader and multiple blank credit cards. Drug paraphernalia was also located inside the vehicle as was a credit card belonging to a victim from Orange County. One of the cards was stolen from a vehicle about two weeks ago in Orange County and was used to complete other fraudulent transactions.

Michael Budzien was arrested and booked into West Valley Detention Center for PC 484i(c)- Possession of credit card making equipment and PC 484e(d)- Possession of stolen access cards. He is being held on $25,000 bail. Erica Saavedra was also arrested and booked into West Valley Detention Center for HS 11364- Possession of drug paraphernalia and was later released with a citation.

Anyone with information regarding this incident is urged to contact the Chino Hills Police Department at (909) 364-2000. Callers wishing to remain anonymous may contact the We-Tip Hotline at 1-800-78CRIME (27463), or you may leave information on the We-Tip website at www.wetip.com

Refer: Deputy Brian Cervantes

Station: Chino Hills Station

Phone No. (909) 364-2000

Case No. 221802391

Deputies seeking information regarding the death of a cow and theft of meat at a Chino Hills ranch.

Date/Time Occurred: July 25, 2018 / 6:48 AM Crime or Incident: Grand Theft / Animal Cruelty

Location: Chino Hills Parkway and Carbon Canyon Road

Suspect(s): Unknown

SUMMARY:

On Wednesday, July 25, 2018, Chino Hills deputies responded to a ranch located on Chino Hills Parkway and Carbon Canyon Road to investigate the killing of a cow. The incident was reported to law enforcement after the owner discovered the remains of one of her cows in the holding pen where she pastures a herd of beef cattle. Based upon the remains left at the scene, it appears the unknown suspect(s) were after the cow’s meat. The suspect(s) gained access into the locked pen by jumping over the top rail.

The San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department Rural Task Force was notified of the incident and is assisting Chino Hills Station Detectives in the investigation.

Anyone with information regarding this case is urged to contact Deputy S. Walsh at the Chino Hills Police/Sheriff’s Station at (909) 364-2000. If you wish to remain anonymous you may contact WeTip at (800) 78-CRIME

Chino Hills Police Department

(909)364-2000

CASE #221802377

Join us this evening for our regular City Council Meeting at 6:30 p.m.

Chino Hills, CA – The City of Chino Hills has scheduled a neighborhood meeting from 10:00
a.m. to noon on Saturday, July 28th to update the Los Serranos community on planned
capital improvement projects. A presentation is scheduled at 10:00 a.m. at Los Serranos
Country Club, 15656 Yorba Avenue. Attendees will learn how projects are planned,
prioritized, and funded. This is the third in a series of meetings held in Los Serranos to
provide information on neighborhood concerns.
“The Los Serranos community was taking shape in the 1920s when the rules were very
different,” said Rad Bartlam, City Manager. “There were no requirements to build street
lights, sidewalks, or even storm drains.”
According to Mr. Bartlam, the Chino Hills City Council has been setting aside Community
Development Block Grant Funds since 1999 to pay for basic infrastructure in the
community. The first project was launched in 2005 after enough funds had been set aside.
Mr. Bartlam said funding has also been secured through Safe Routes to School and Measure
I – the half cent sales tax approved by voters. From 2005 to 2018, over $19 million has
been spent on basic infrastructure improvements in the Los Serranos community, with
approximately half coming from City funds.
Public Works Director Nadeem Majaj will review a list of past projects and provide
information about ongoing and future projects. For additional information, please call the
City Manager’s Office at (909) 364-2610.

EASTVALE, CA – The City of Eastvale is proud to be a part of the Go Human campaign with The Southern California
Association of Government (SCAG). Go Human is a community outreach and advertising campaign with the goals of
reducing traffic collisions in Southern California and encouraging people to walk and bike more. Together, we hope
to create a safer and healthier city; always striving to enhance the quality of life in our neighborhoods.

“The safety of people who walk and bicycle is a priority to the City of Eastvale, Mayor Clint Lorimore said. “We are
always looking for ways to engage the community on this important issue and are proud to partner with SCAG in this
campaign.”
The Go Human advertising campaign is a collaboration between the Southern California Association of Governments
and the health departments and transportation commissions from the counties of Imperial, Los Angeles, Orange,
Riverside, San Bernardino and Ventura. Go Human is funded by a $2.3 million grant from the 2014 California Active
Transportation Program. The Go Human campaign consists of an advertising campaign to promote transportation
safety, the development of resources and toolkits for cities and organizations and the support of events across the
region that encourage and enhance walking and biking.
About the Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG)
The Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG) is the nation’s largest metropolitan planning organization,
representing six counties, 191 cities and more than 18 million residents. SCAG undertakes a variety of planning and
policy initiatives to plan for a livable and sustainable Southern California now and in the future. For more information
about SCAG’s regional efforts, please visit http://www.scag.ca.gov.
To learn more about the Go Human campaign, check out the video below

The next Norco Community Town Hall Meeting, hosted by RURAL, will be held on Tuesday, July 10, at 6:30 p.m. at Nellie Weaver Hall. All Norco residents are encouraged to attend to participate in the discussion surrounding two important issues – a potential Norco Revenue Ballot Measure, and homelessness in the City. Residents will be allowed to ask questions as time allows after each presentation.

To view the full meeting agenda, visit http://www.norco.ca.us/townhall. For more information, email info@ci.norco.ca.us or call (951) 270-5623.

For full details, view this message on the web.

As celebrations associated with Independence Day– fireworks, backyard barbeques and pool parties –wind down, it’s vital we all work together to spread this life-saving message: DUI Doesn’t Just Mean Booze. This Independence Day holiday, San Bernardino County Sheriff Department wants to remind you to plan for a safe week of festivities by not driving under the influence of alcohol, marijuana or drugs. Doing so ensures you will not put others, and yourself, in danger by driving impaired.

The cities of Apple Valley, Chino Hills, Hesperia, Highland, Rancho Cucamonga Victorville and Yucaipa Police Departments will deploy additional officers on special DUI Saturation Patrols specifically to stop and arrest drivers showing signs of alcohol or drug impairment July 4-8, 2018 during the hours of 8:00 PM and 3:00 AM. 

We want our community to enjoy the Fourth of July holiday, but we want them to do so responsibly. This is not a joke, and it’s not a time to test the laws. Alcohol or drug impaired driving is illegal, but it’s also deadly. Please ensure you have a sober driver lined up to get you home safely from your holiday festivities. Doing so could save a life.” 

In recent years, California has seen a disturbing increase in drug-impaired driving crashes. During the 2017 four-day Fourth of July holiday in California, 17 people were killed and 430 injured in alcohol involved crashes. The San Bernardino County Sheriff department supports the new effort from the Office of Traffic Safety that aims to educate all drivers that “DUI Doesn’t Just Mean Booze.” If you take prescription drugs, particularly those with a driving or operating machinery warning on the label, you might be impaired enough to get a DUI. Marijuana can also be impairing, especially in combination with alcohol or other drugs, and can result in a D UI.

Prepare for the Fourth
If you will be drinking, plan how you will get around without driving. Remember these tips for a safe night on the roads: 
• Designate a sober driver or use public transportation or a ride sharing service to get home safely. 
• Have a friend or family member who is about to drive buzzed or impaired? Take the keys away and make arrangements to get them home safely.
• Report drunk drivers – call 911.




The Costs of Drunk Driving

Drinking and driving is dangerous, even if you’re “just buzzed” or drug impaired. When you drive impaired, you risk the lives and safety of those riding with you and around you. You also risk a big hit on your wallet. A first time DUI arrest could cost you up to $10,000 – which includes attorney fees, fines, very high insurance rates, car towing, an alcohol/drug education treatment program and lost time at work, not to mention jail time, years on prob ation, the loss of your vehicle and driver’s license. 

A final statistic to remember: drunk-driving deaths are 100-percent preventable.

This enforcement effort is funded by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Whether by bike, car, motorcycle or walking, be a part of the solution and ‘Go Safely California.’

For full details, view this message on the web.

The City of Eastvale is inviting bids for the 2018 Annual Asphalt Concrete Overlay Project.