Crime

Gun found after Newhall containment

A gun and clothing believed to belong to two teenage suspects was found following a containment in Newhall on Wednesday.   The containment — which included roadblocks and deputies combing the streets directly

At least one detained following Newhall containment

At least one suspect was detained Wednesday night in connection to a law enforcement containment procedure in Newhall.    At approximately 6:30 p.m., deputies received reports of a possible person armed

Prosecutors decry witness subpoena rule

Prosecutors are expressing frustration at an order from District Attorney George Gascón that prohibits them from compelling witnesses to testify in criminal trials.  The order, which was not included in Gascón’s publicly issued directives

Deputy-involved fight reported in Newhall

Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station personnel responded to a report of a deputy-involved fight in Newhall on Wednesday.   The fight was first reported at approximately 3 p.m. near the intersection

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Rape charges filed against Castaic 19-year-old

A Castaic 19-year-old who was arrested last week on suspicion of rape by use of drugs had a case filed against him this week by the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office.   The

Three burglary suspects detained in Newhall

Three burglary suspects were detained in Newhall on Tuesday, following a call for service in the Placerita Canyon neighborhood.  The call for service was reported at approximately 11 a.m. on

Deputies detain suspect driving stolen vehicle

A felony traffic stop concerning a possible stolen vehicle resulted in a short pursuit of the suspect on Saturday.  Deputies on patrol near Rye Canyon Road and The Old Road were able to confirm it was a stolen vehicle