Police Blotter: Disorderly conduct in downtown area
Read the latest blotter items provided by the Hollister Police Department.
Police accuse 2 in connection with Quik Stop beer theft
Police recently arrested two residents after connecting them to a beer theft at a Quik Stop Market.
Fire destroys downtown office building, antique collection
A fire Friday night destroyed the Ridgemark Realty building that also housed a valuable collection of antiques.
Police to crack down on drivers for texting
For a period in April, law enforcement officers plan to “crack down” on drivers who text while driving, according to a statement from the Hollister Police Department.
With courthouse open, county accepts $100K for new bailiffs
While the courthouse finally opened for business Monday, county supervisors on Tuesday agreed to accept the local court agency’s one-time contribution of $100,000 for extra security personnel needed at the new facility.
Hollister teen dies in drowning off Santa Cruz beach
A Hollister teen was declared dead Sunday evening after he slipped off rocks and fell into the water off Panther Beach in Santa Cruz, according to authorities.
Police allege father let unlicensed son drive for ice cream
Hollister police Sunday arrested a Hollister man on suspicion of child endangerment following a hit-and-run wreck in the city when police realized the suspect had allowed his unlicensed son drive on an errand.
Photo: Local CHP captain retires
The commander of the Hollister-Gilroy Area of the California Highway Patrol, Capt. Allen Stallman, has retired. There was a celebration of his distinguished career of over 25 years of service on Feb. 21 at the “Old City Hall” in Gilroy, according to an announcement from the CHP. A representative from Assemblyman Luis Alejo’s Office, Jaiver Gomez, was in attendance to present Stallman with an assembly resolution signed by Alejo and State Sen. Bill Monning. From the CHP’s Coastal Division, Chief Reggie Chappelle presented Stallman with his retirement certificate, and Assistant Chief Scott Howland presented him with his retired captain’s badge. He served as the commander of the Hollister-Gilroy CHP area for approximately two years. According to the CHP, under his command the Senior Volunteer program was implemented and the CHP has begun presenting the Age Well Drive Smart classes for Senior Drivers.
Hollister man suspected in burglary cases
Hollister police arrested a local man suspected in several burglary cases, according to the police department.
