Planning saves sheriff big bucks in budget
In an attempt to reduce costs in a financially-strapped county,
Police Blotter 7/27
DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE: Frank J. Zepeda, 49, who resides on the 300 block of Jefferson St. in Watsonville, was arrested by the California Highway Patrol on Sunset Drive at Highway 25 for allegedly driving under the influence, a misdemeanor, at 7:32 p.m. on Sunday.
Man accused of sexually molesting a minor
A Morgan Hill resident was arrested near his place of employment
Paint truck accident ends with moderate injuries
A single-car accident on Wright Road, where a paint truck lost control, overturned and hit a tree, sent one Hollister resident to the hospital with moderate injuries Wednesday.
Task force will study local fire protection
After months of searching for volunteers and battling budget
Sheriff says team can SWAT local crime
As San Benito County grows in population, and a corresponding increase in violent crime, the sheriff has his sites set on implementing a full-fledged Special Weapons and Tactics unit in the future – something he said would ensure the safety of both police and residents.
Police suspect gunfire occured over drug deal
Deputies with a the San Benito County Sheriff's Department's
Volunteers save SBC fire department
For years they have quietly done a job with little recognition
Court clerk pleads no contest to charges of embezzlement
After pleading no contest to embezzling almost $11,000 from the









