Bike Patrol

Criminals aren't the only ones riding in the shadows.  Corning Police Department Graveyard shift likes to get out of the cars and ride bikes once in a while.  People committing crimes get accustomed to looking out for the patrol cars.  A Police Officer on a bike is more easily undetected.

One of many contacts ended in the arrest of Erich Ulrich of Corning.  He was arrested for possession of Methamphetamine.  Due to the recent change in legislation with Proposition 47, possession of Methamphetamine is now a Misdemeanor.  Erich was cited and released.

Another Friday Night

Graveyard shift was hard at work cleaning up the streets.  Despite the evening temperatures, Officers proactively made two felony arrests and two misdemeanor arrests.

Wayne Vansickle was stopped riding his bike in the area of the truck stops.  He was arrested for an outstanding warrant on a drug violation.  He was found with illegal narcotics and Marijuana hidden in his sock.  Wayne was cited and released from the Corning Police Department.

Johnnie Farmer was seen riding his bike across Solano St near Sav Mor Foods.  He was known to have two outstanding warrants for his arrest, one for a weapons violation and drug paraphernalia and the other for commercial burglary.  He was stopped and arrested without incident.  Johnnie was booked into the Tehama County Jail.

Heather Goss was contacted as passenger on a traffic stop.  She was discovered to have an outstanding warrant for her arrest for burglary and drug charges.  Officers found Methamphetamine paraphernalia and stolen access cards in her possession.  She was booked into the Tehama County Jail.

Waldo Buscall was stopped for failing to dim his headlights to oncoming traffic.  He was discovered to have a suspended driver's license.  Waldo was cited and released.

Keep your pets safe this 4th of July

With the 4^th Of July holiday right around the corner, The Corning Police Department would like to remind dog owners in the city of Corning to ensure your dogs are kept safe during what is a potentially stressful time for them. Safe and Sane fireworks are legal to use in Corning. The loud noises have the potential to frighten our dogs. As a result, the days following July 4^th tend to be busy for our animal control. Corning Police Department receives multiple reports of missing or found dogs, or dogs that are wandering in the roadways. Animal Control will not be on duty from Friday, July 3^rd until Monday, July 6^th. On duty police officers are not equipped to handle animal calls, and will not respond unless the animal is posing a threat to the public. The Corning Police Department asks that you take the necessary steps to protect your dogs well being during the holiday weekend. Please make sure that you have up to date information on your dogs collar, whether it be a tag with your current address and phone number, or have the information hand-written on your dogs collar. Please make sure that your dog has a current City of Corning Dog license which will aide in having your dog returned to you if located, and protect you from being issued a citation for having an unlicensed dog (6.16.180( C ) CMC). Please make sure all of your fences and gates are secure to prevent your dog from escaping, or bring them inside your home. The Corning Police Department asks that you not contact the City of Corning Animal Shelter (2^nd Chance Pet Rescue) regarding your missing dog. All inquiries may be made with the Corning Police Department Dispatch, which is on duty 24 hours a day. Corning Police Dispatchers will forward information regarding lost or found animals to Animal Control on Monday. The Corning Police Department appreciates the responsible pet owners of our city!

Child Abuse Arrest

On Wednesday June 24, 2015 Corning Police officers arrested Jesse Lee Kerby of Corning for multiple child abuse charges. Officers from the Corning Police Department conducted an ongoing investigation of reported child abuse, and after an extensive investigation, the suspect was apprehended near the 1900 block of Solano St. and taken into custody without incident. Mr. Kerby was transported and booked into the Tehama County Jail on several felony charges and is currently being held on $226,000 bail.

It's going to be a scorcher out there!

Today is supposed to be an exceptionally hot day in the Northern Valley. The city of Corning has announced cooling zones that are available to the public for those of you who need a place to escape the heat.

-Corning Library, 740 Third St. is available from 2-6 p.m. today

-Corning Senior Center, 1015 Fourth St. is available from 8 a.m.-1 p.m today

Please keep cool, drink plenty of water (even when you don't feel thirsty), complete outdoor tasks early in the day, and take care of your pets and keep them cool, too.

Sympathy from the Corning Police Department

The Corning Police Department would like to send our sympathy to our brothers and sisters at the Bakersfield Police Department, who early this morning tragically lost one of their own while on duty. Our prayers are with the family of the fallen officer. 

"Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called the children of God" 

Matthew 5:9

Weapon Violation

On 06-25-15 around 10:59 PM Corning Police Officers conducted a Probation search on Daniel Katleba who was walking on Solano St near Sixth St.  Daniel had a fixed blade knife hanging on a necklace concealed under his shirt.  He was arrested for a violation of 21310 PC - Carrying a concealed dirk or dagger.

It is important to remember when carrying edged weapons in public, they must be visible or not readily accessible for use.

For example:  A folding pocket knife in the closed position inside your pocket is OK.  A folding knife left open or a fixed blade knife concealed upon one's person that is accessible for quick use is a crime.

Corning PD 1962

Corning PD 2015

Many things have changed with the Corning Police Department throughout the years, but our officer's  commitment to superior service has remained the same.

Stolen Gun Recovered

On 06/17/15 around 6:32 AM, Corning Police Officers recovered a rifle that was reported stolen to the Tehama County Sheriff's Office.  Charges were filed against two previously convicted felons for the possession.

Dangers of fireworks

This afternoon, Corning Police Department officers assisted the Corning Volunteer Fire Department and responded to a report of a grass fire in the area south of Blossom Ave. The Corning Volunteer Fire Department quickly put the fire out, saving the area from a situation that could have quickly become much worse. The Corning Police Department contacted two subjects in the area who admitted to starting the fire. Corning Police Department asks the public to please be aware of the dangers of playing with fireworks, especially in these dry conditions.

Corning PD Early morning arrest

Early this morning, while the Citizens of Corning were brewing their coffee and getting ready for work, our officers were out patrolling the streets of our city. Officers came across Mr. Sergio Meza. Officers made contact with Sergio and found out that he had over $1,000,000 in warrants. Officer Portillo can be seen here arresting Mr. Meza on his warrants.

Welcome to the Corning Police Department blog!

Welcome to the official Corning Police Department blog. The goal of the Corning Police Department blog is to keep our citizens informed of current events in and around the City of Corning that involve the police department, as well as provide information regarding the services that the police department offers. The Corning Police Department would like to provide citizens with accurate and up to date information of incidents that are occurring or have occurred in this area. The Corning Police Department would like to give the citizens of Corning a chance to view our police officers being pro-active, hardworking members of our community. We will keep citizens informed of recent arrests, and share with you photos and information of contraband that has been removed from the streets of our city. We will also, in some cases, post suspect descriptions and surveillance footage in regards to crimes that have been committed in hope that a member of the community may recognize a suspect involved. Corning Police Department would also like the citizens of Corning to get to know the members of our department and make citizens more comfortable in approaching them for assistance if needed. Corning Police Department will use this service as a forum to keep our community informed about what’s happening in their neighborhoods.