RIVERSIDE COUNTY SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENTSheriff Chad Bianco |
| Press Release: | Marijuana Cultivation Search Warrants |
| Station Area: | Perris |
| Written Date: | January 9, 2020 | Time: | 4:10 PM |
| Incident Date: | January 9, 2020 | Time: | 9:30 AM |
| Incident Location: | 33000 Block of Stagecoach Road, Unincorporated area of Norco |
| Reporting Officer: | Sergeant Michael Hamilton |
| File Number(s): | PC200090018 / PC200090019 |
On January 9, 2019, at the direction of Sheriff Chad Bianco, personnel from the Riverside County Sheriff’s Department Perris Station and Marijuana Enforcement Team, with the assistance of Riverside County Code Enforcement, served two marijuana cultivation search warrants in the unincorporated county area known as Nuevo. During the service of the search warrants, 1772 plants were collected for a total of approximately 722 pounds. One pistol was also seized.
One suspect was arrested for marijuana cultivation:
- 58-year-old Nuevo resident Victor Roman
The goal of the Riverside County Sheriff’s Department is to keep all of our citizens safe while also improving the quality of life for those residing within the community. Marijuana cultivation negatively impacts the environment in many ways including diminishing and poisoning the water table and pesticides adversely affecting the health of neighboring residents. The Riverside County Sheriff’s Department has a zero-tolerance policy for these offenses. If you suspect drug activity in your area, please contact your local Sheriff’s Station. The Perris Sheriff’s Station can be reached at (951) 210-1000.
Citizens may also submit a tip using the Sheriff’s CrimeTips online form.
The Riverside County Sheriff’s Department is seeking applicants for Deputy Sheriff, Deputy Sheriff Trainee, Correctional Deputy, Sheriff’s 911 Communications Officer, and other employment opportunities such as clerical and support positions. If you are interested in a career with us, please apply at www.joinrsd.org or call 1-888-Join-RSD |