03 Jan 2014 Leave a comment
in Chief Mat Fratus, City of Rialto, Inland Empire, Public Safety, Rialto, Rialto, Rialto Fire, Rialto Police Department Tags: Fire Department and Police Department, public safety agencies
So who likes a friendly yet competitive game between the Fire Department and Police Department? Well tomorrow from noon to two PM these two public safety agencies will go head to head in a little game of broomball. Don’t forget the holiday ice skating rink is only here through January 5th.
Who is your favorite to win tomorrow?
27 Oct 2013 Leave a comment
in City of Rialto, Crime, Currupt, davidsMarketing, Inland Empire, Josie Gonzales, Public Safety, Rialto, Rialto Fire, Rialto Police Department, SCAT, Uncategorized, youth Tags: city of rialto, Michael Townsend, Rialto Community Coalition, rialto police department, Synthetic Drugs
Hello Rialto Now readers. A year or so ago the city of Rialto revised its prior Municipal Code that would assist the Police in combatting the Sale of Synthetic Drugs like “SPICE” & “BATHSALTS”. Prior laws were seen to have no teeth because they focused on the chemical compound. This was frustrating to law makers and police because the criminals making this drug would simply change the chemical compound ever so slightly making the law unaplicable.
What Rialto did was go after the MARKETING of these drugs. Thus making even having it for sale in your business illegal. So once Rialto Police Department began to educate the Smoke Shops and Liquor Stores on the new law they saw very little of the product. Last year a Eisenhower High School student was given some “SPICE” and nearly went into cardiac arrest while his friends tried to slip him by the classroom teacher. After this incident Rialto Police SCAT team preformed undercover buys and places known to sell the product and issued 2 warnings.
These warnings were not adhered to and three businesses were found to still be selling “SPICE” to your children. Rialto PD levied fines and confiscated their product. I they are found to still be selling these narcotics they can have their business license revoked and they would be shut down.
Since then, other local communities have reviewed and adopted similar ordinances. This is a big deal because our State and Federal Legislator refuse to deal with this issue and make it a ACTUAL CRIME. The Rialto Community Coalition has been a catalyst in pushing this Municipal Code forward and helping make it a success. Michael Townsend with Mental Health Systems is the facilitator of the Rialto Community Coalition. Mr. Townsend said of the “SPICE” Ordnance:
Rialto’s revised synthetic drug ordinance addresses the way criminals so cleverly attempt to maneuver around federal and state laws. Though chemists have developed different chemical compounds that will have the same effect as the outlawed chemical compounds in order to skirt the law, Rialto has had the foresight to address the problem by focusing on the marketing aspect of synthetic drug sales. It’s shameful that our youth are targeted and are often susceptible to the ploys of ruthless individuals motivated purely by money and without regard to the health and welfare of others. Policy makers in Rialto deserve our applause for taking leadership to protect our youth. Michael A. Townsend, Central Valley Prevention Program
Below you will find a link to the story ABC 7 did with one of the shop owners as well as the Press Release that the SB Sheriffs Dept. put out on the shop visits. Listen to this shop owner tell you that he is more interested in making quick money at the expense of you child’s life and health.
http://abclocal.go.com/kabc/story?section=news/local/inland_empire&id=9299139
Below you will find Cpl. Cameron Nelson explains the spice ordnance.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mDbQRyhLL1g
BUSINESS OWNERS WARNED SALE OF SYNTHETIC DRUGS IS ILLEGAL
Members of a designated Sheriff’s Department task force, aimed at the eradication of dangerous synthetic drugs, will serve warning letters to area businesses advising them the sales of “bath salts” or “spice” – as they are commonly called – will not be permitted in the county. Deputies will be delivering letters Wednesday, October 23, to area smoke shops and liquor stores in an effort to educate business owners of the legal ramifications of selling synthetic drugs. The letters will outline state law banning the sale of synthetic drugs and give the owners an opportunity to dispose of the specified product in a safe and legal fashion. Businesses served on Wednesday will have the opportunity to voluntarily submit any “spice” or “bath salts” they may be selling and avoid criminal prosecution. “Some business owners may not understand exactly what they are selling,” Sheriff John McMahon said. “We want to educate them on the law and the dangers of synthetic drugs so they do not put the residents of this county – or their business – in jeopardy.” “Spice” and “bath salts” – also known as “designer drugs” – have been scientifically formulated to create the same effects of more common drugs, such as marijuana, methamphetamine or PCP. But these “fake” substances are not detected on standard drug tests because they are a synthetic imitation. For this reason, abuse tends to run rampant in the military and other professions in which drug testing is a common occurrence. The Sheriff’s Department has worked closely with various residents involved in local coalitions throughout the County who are concerned about the covert effect synthetic drugs have had on their community. These dedicated community members have been a driving force in garnering awareness of this problem and opening law enforcement’s eyes to the extent of possible sales in the county, McMahon said. Spice is a mixture of herbs sprayed with the synthetic chemicals that is usually smoked. Bath salts are synthetic chemicals in a powder or crystal form that are usually snorted or injected. These highly addictive, synthetic drugs are marketed as potpourri, decorative sand, shoe deodorizers or glass cleaner; however they have nothing in common with the products they are advertised to be. They are packaged using bright colors and cartoon characters in an obvious ploy to attract children. “These drugs are affecting two segments of the population who deserve the most protection: our children and the brave men and women who serve in our country’s armed forces,” McMahon said. One of the most common effects of these drugs is homicidal and suicidal tendencies, making them extremely dangerous for law enforcement officials who are called to respond to those who may be under the influence of spice or bath salts. The effects of these synthetic, or “designer” drugs, range greatly because there is no prescribed dosage on any of the packages. Users have been known to suffer cardiac arrest, brain seizures, tremors, and excited delirium. Others have extraordinary strength, similar to the effects associated with the use of PCP, making the Taser and other force options ineffective. While producers of bath salts promise a euphoric high, similar to cocaine or methamphetamine, the psychotic results of the synthetic drugs are far more severe and addictive.
For more information contact: Jodi Miller, PIO (909)387-3599 or Lolita Harper, Deputy at (909)387-0633. For IMMEDIATE information please e-mail: jmiller@sbcsd.org or lharper@sbcsd.org
John McMahon, Sheriff-Coroner San Bernardino County Sheriff-Coroner Department
27 Oct 2013 Leave a comment
in City of Rialto, Coffee Nutz, davidsMarketing, Inland Empire, Mike Story, Public Safety, Rialto, Rialto Fire, Rialto Parks, Rialto Police Department, Uncategorized, youth Tags: Calvary Chapel Rialto, city of rialto, Halloween, Halloween Carnivals, Halloween Celebrations, Halloween Hijinks, Haunted House, Lighthouse Church, Rialto, Sunrise Church, Sunrise Church Rialto
Halloween is not what it used to be and every year it changes more and more. Rialto has really grown into itself over the years and so has its Halloween Celebrations. Halloween has gone from trick-or-treating and house parties to Halloween Carnivals and Harvest Celebrations galore. From churches to parks and your good ole trick-or-treating there is no shortage of places for kids and adults alike to secure some good ole candy.
Fall Fest – Sunrise Church Rialto http://www.sunrisechurch.org/fall-fest
Sunday, October 27, 2013
4:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Free school supplies to the first 1,000 elementary students!
Events:
Prizes!
Music!
Free Rock Wall!
Free Zip Line!
Free Games!
Free Activities!
Food Vendors!
Fire Department!
K9 Unit & Swat Team – Demonstrations!
For more info, call 909-875-5566!
Halloween Hi Jinks – City of Rialto http://rialtoca.gov/documents/downloads/Halloween_Hi-_Jinks_Flyer(1).pdf
Haunted Fire House – Rialto Fire https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=676418532377682&set=pb.119010618118479.-2207520000.1382461228.&type=3&theater
Hallelujah Festival – Calvary Chapel Rialto http://www.ccrialto.com/#!untitled/zoom/c21kz/imageoyc
Harvest Fest 2013 – Lighthouse Church http://inlandlighthouse.com/page.php?TYPE=EVENT&ID=2527
05 Sep 2013 Leave a comment
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The last round of Area Command meetings are happening in September and October.
The first Area Command Meeting is this Saturday at 1:00pm at Sunrise Church in North Rialto. This is Area 1 Command meeting and its a meeting you need to attend if your in the respective area. Lt. Andy Karol always brings out the resources that the community is looking for. Area Command meetings are more than a law enforcement tool to get the word out to the community. Various city departments come out and give you the information you need and answer your questions.
Be sure to attend your area command meetings. Also follow us on twitter and be given up to date information on what is going on at the area command meeting as it happens. Our twitter address is www.twitter.com/rialtosnow
15 Aug 2013 3 Comments
in Ca, City of Rialto, Crime, Inland Empire, paramedic ambulances, Public Safety, Rialto, Rialto, Rialto Fire, Rialto Police Department, SB Sun
RIALTO — A man and woman were killed and two children were seriously injured early Thursday in a car crash police allege was due to road rage.
Rialto police say Yvette Pulido, 31, of Fontana got into a dispute with another driver at Cactus Avenue and the 210 Freeway at 12:16 a.m. That dispute continued southbound until the drivers reached the railroad tracks when a train was coming through, said Rialto police Capt. Randy DeAnda.
“The victim tried to flip a U-turn and (Pulido) intentionally collided into them,” DeAnda said.
Pulido then sped away and lost control on Cactus, sliding nearly 300 feet into a tree. The impact knocked out a large hole in the block wall behind the tree.
Pulido’s fiance, Martin Serrano, 32, of Bloomington was thrown from the car. He and Pulido were pronounced dead at the scene.
Rialto firefighters worked frantically to rescue Pulido’s 1 and 6-year-old sons, who became pinned in the back seat.
“We had to take off the whole roof and we had to move the front seat back to the front to access the kids in the back,” said Rialto firefighter paramedic Matt Payne.
Police said it appeared Pulido was trying to make a left turn onto Alru Street when she lost control. DeAnda estimated she was driving at least 80 mph.
“She was going way too fast,” DeAnda said.
The 6-year-old boy suffered broken legs in the crash and the 1-year-old received cuts and scratches.
“It’s a miracle that those children survived the crash,” DeAnda said. “The 1-year-old should have been in a child seat. He had just a seat belt on.”
Maryann Pabon and other neighbors gathered near the crash scene after San Bernardino County coroner’s personnel picked up Pulido and Serrano.
She said she heard the crash from her house nearby.
“We just heard a bang,” she said. “What really made me know something was wrong was my dog and my neighbor’s dog started going crazy with the sirens.”
Robert Hernandez, a friend of Serrano and Pulido, said the couple had been heading home, but didn’t know where they were coming from.
“They were going to get married and asked me to be the best man,” he said.
They had been engaged three months. Thursday was Pulido’s birthday.
He described Serrano as a hard worker who loaded and unloaded trucks for Kuehne and Nagel in Rialto. He got the job through an Ontario employment agency where Hernandez works.
Pulido was a homemaker.
“She was a beautiful person,” Hernandez said.
Story provided by SB Sun Newspaper at the following link http://www.sbsun.com/general-news/20130815/rialto-road-rage-crash-kills-2-updated
29 Jul 2013 Leave a comment
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Flyer from city website http://www.rialtoca.gov
We will have the following food trucks:
Grilled Cheese Truck: http://www.thegrilledcheesetruck.com
MeSoHungry Truck: mesohungrytruck.com
Tornado Potato Truck: http://www.mytornadopotato.com
Rolling Sushi Van: rollingsushivan.com
Suite 106 Cupcakery: www.suite106cupcakery.com
Mustache Mikes Truck: mustachemikes.com
Sweet Shop: http://www.thesweetstops.com
27 Jul 2013 Leave a comment
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Alejandro Padilla, 40, was found dead inside the vehicle. we were on scene before any of the news outlets. We have been contacted by ABC 7 for the release of use of these images.
Alejandro Padilla, 40, was found dead inside the vehicle at flores park
Flores Park along with other parks has become a summer spot for drug dealers, illicit sex and wayward teens but a murdered body in a burning car? As you can see Rialto Fire and Police were working to extinguish the flames but according to Police Officials the body appeared to be dead prior to the car being lit on fire.
Here is an upclose image of the fire we posted on our twitter page http://www.twitter.com/rialtosnow
It’s unclear why the criminals chose to dump the victim here in a park nestled in a community right next to a elementary school. Some are speculating that the victim may have prior ties to the area and this was done to send a message. Reports from police officials are that the victim recently moved in with his brother.Anyone with information was asked to contact Fontana police at (909) 350-7700.
ABC 7 Interviwed a couple that said that the car was seen in the park an hour after he disapeared.
21 Jun 2013 Leave a comment
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Whether it is the sparkle of the bright lights, or the thunderous boom of the explosion, there is no denying the thrill that fireworks can bring to an Independence Day celebration. Unfortunately, when fireworks are misused, injuries and property damage can occur. A special study conducted by the Consumer Products Safety Commission found that 65 percent of all fireworks injuries in 2011 were sustained during the 30 days surrounding the Independence Day holiday. More than half of these injuries were the result of unexpected ignition of the device or consumers not using fireworks as intended.
In addition, non-Safe and Sane fireworks are ILLEGAL for use by anyone other than licensed, trained professionals that are permitted to discharge them. Safe and Sane fireworks stands will be open throughout Rialto from June 28th through July 6th. Safe and Sane fireworks are defined as those fireworks that don’t fly, travel or explode. Fountains, sparklers, snakes and smoke effects, ground spinners, snap pops and other novelty fireworks fit this description.
However, firecrackers, rockets, roman candles, shells, and other aerial effects are NOT considered safe and sane fireworks. Anyone found with these illegal fireworks will be cited and the fireworks confiscated. The Fire and Police departments will be patrolling the City throughout the holiday period to ensure compliance with our rules on fireworks use.
IF YOU SEE ANYONE LIGHTING WHAT APPEARS TO BE ILLEGAL FIREWORKS DURING THE 4th, please call the Fire Department immediately using our Fireworks Hotline at (909) 421-7245. Operators there will take the information and dispatch personnel to investigate and take appropriate action. Please DO NOT call 9-1-1 to report illegal fireworks unless you also suspect a fire, injury, or serious crime.
16 May 2013 Leave a comment
in City of Rialto, City View Taxi, Ed palmer, Josef (Joe) Britt, Mike Story, Rialto, Rialto, Rialto Fire, Rialto Parks, Rialto Police Department, Shawn O'Connell, youth
So summer is almost here and we know what that means to the IE right heat and tons of events. Well we have two events I would like to highlight this weekend that I thought you might like.
Rialto
7th Annual Community Garden Open House
From 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
539 N. Acacia Ave.
(Behind Grace Lutheran Church)
FREE MULCH! Donated by BURRTEC Waste (Bring your own bags & shovel!)
There will also be:
Plant and Vegetable Sale, Information Booths, Garden Tours, Free Kids Craft, Butterfly Lady & Orchid Society. For more information call 421-7222.
Children’s Safety Fair — May 18th, 2013
This event takes place Saturday, May 18th from 9:00 am – 1:00 pm at the Rialto Racquet and Fitness Center, 1243 S. Riverside Ave, Rialto. For an appointment, please call 820-8025.
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