Log of Shame

Suspects Arrested with Illegal Firearm and Fentanyl Pills

Courtesy of Clovis PD

Rigoberto Saucedo, 35, of Selma.

Contributed by Clovis Police

@ClovisPolice_CA

On August 23, a concerned resident called the Clovis Police Department regarding possible narcotic activity at an apartment complex near Shaw/Fowler. Officers responded and contacted two adult males in a car.

Both males appeared to be under the influence of drugs and/or alcohol, and an illegal firearm was located in the waistband of one of them during a search. Both males admitted to officers that they had fentanyl pills in their possession.

The suspects were detained and officers confiscated the illegal handgun. The illegal handgun in question was a privately manufactured firearm with no serial number, also known as a “ghost gun”.

Almost 200 fentanyl pills were also located and confiscated. Patrol officers called detectives from the Special Enforcement Team (SET), who assisted with the investigation. Officers arrested 35-year-old Rigoberto Saucedo of Selma for felony firearm and narcotics violations, and 29-year-old Santana Morales of Clovis for suspicion of being under the influence of a controlled substance. Saucedo was booked into Fresno County Jail and Morales was cited and released.

The Clovis Police Department would like to thank the observant resident who contacted the police, which allowed the officers to respond in time to contact both suspects.

POLICE LOG OF SHAME

Throughout the last two weeks, Clovis Police received and responded to daily calls regarding stolen catalytic converters in areas throughout Clovis. Catalytic converter theft continues to be a problem plaguing Clovis residents. Remain vigilant, make sure vehicles are locked and secured even when parking at your own home. Parking in the garage is always the safest option.

Wednesday, August 10

Police were called regarding the theft of a check stolen from a man’s outgoing mail in the area of Willow Ave and W Sierra Ave. It is always a good idea, if you’re able, to mail your outgoing checks directly from the post office. Check your mail daily to ensure checks or other personal items are not left sitting and waiting to fall into the hands of dishonest people.

Thursday, August 11

Police were called out to Devons Jewelers at Sierra Vista Mall regarding the grand theft of a diamond ring. This ring was a 1.5 carat oval cut solitaire diamond in a gold setting. Ladies, if you were given this ring, bring it into the Clovis Police Department! Also, reconsider your choices.

Friday, August 12

A Clovis man called police to report a loss. He’d left his bedroom window open overnight, and woke up to find his custom left-handed electric guitar stolen. Remember to close your windows and lock your doors when going to sleep! Don’t give thieves a window (of opportunity) to grab your valuables.

Saturday, August 13

Police responded to calls of stolen property by Clovis North High School, Crave Cookies, and one other victim. Clovis North lost the football equipment they had loaned to the victim, and the victim is out his school ID card as well. Clovis North football fans; if you’re at a game and see someone on the field who doesn’t quite fit in as a high school age boy, report it! That could be the imposter, and he owes the victim some cookies along with his property back.

Sunday, August 14

Police responded to a call regarding a vehicle break-in and stolen property outside a home in the N Fowler Ave area. The victim reported her rear driver side window smashed in and her pink purse missing along with all its contents. Please let this serve as a reminder to never leave your purse in your unattended car, even when parking at your own home.

Monday, August 15

At about 8 p.m. police received a call from a woman who was shopping at the Boot Barn on Shaw Ave. She called to report her Juicy Couture wallet containing various cards missing from her possession. It can be easy to get distracted by all the cowgirl bling in that shop. Remember to always keep tabs on what you came in with.

Tuesday, August 16

Police booked a juvenile on the charge of grand theft auto when they caught the suspect driving the purple Chevrolet Cruze police were looking for. The brightly colored car is an obvious choice for any joy ride, but probably a choice that will get you noticed long before your ride is over. Best to just leave it alone, work hard, and earn your own brightly colored car to enjoy.

Police responded to a call at Dick’s Sporting Goods regarding theft. Two suspects were booked after being caught with the stolen merchandise, valued at $300. The sporty couple will have to use the inside of a holding cell as their gym for the day.

Wednesday, August 17

In the evening, police received a call about someone missing money. With gas prices what they are and inflation running rampant, aren’t we all buddy.

Thursday, August 18

Police responded to a call regarding two gallons of gas siphoned from a vehicle in the area of Willow Ave and Santa Ana Ave. The victim was probably already late for work when he got into his vehicle and noticed the gas tank level reading much lower than he had left it. What a start to your day!

Friday, August 19

Men, this is going to hurt. Police responded to a call regarding a home break-in and stolen property in the area of Temperance Ave and Sierra Ave. The victim, a handy man no doubt, reported the loss of his tool box containing a staple gun and staples, tape measure, multiple drill bits and various other tools. I guess it’ll take him a little longer to finish that job he’s working on, since he now has to replace all those tools.

Saturday, August 20

Police were called to Clovis High School regarding a missing vehicle, one of theirs. Part of Clovis Unified’s fleet, a white 2001 Dodge Ram 1500 pickup truck, was stolen right off the campus.

Sunday, August 21

A victim called police to report birthday gifts missing from his vehicle. I sure hope his family and friends believe him when he says the reason why he’s showing up to the birthday party empty handed.

Monday, August 22

Police responded to a call from a victim reporting the loss of multiple power tools valued at $1,200. This plus the earlier incident from August 19 makes the detectives at Clovis Roundup Newspaper conclude that this is a crime spree committed by someone starting their own construction based service.