Anderson police chief tasked to respond to council questions about Flock cameras
Council members heard from more than a dozen public commenters with concerns about the cameras which have been deployed in Anderson since 2019.
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In-person visitations at Shasta jail resume after nearly 1 year of suspension
Last month, the Shasta County Sheriff’s Office announced its plan to resume visitations on Sept. 8 following reporting by Shasta Scout that documented the monthslong suspension. Today, jail staff confirmed visitations have reopened.
California requires county jails to meet minimum standards. That hasn’t prevented Shasta’s high rate of in-custody deaths
Shasta’s jail has consistently passed most aspects of state inspections amid a worrying level of deaths. A close look at the state’s standards — and the California board responsible for examining deaths in jails — shows key gaps in oversight.
Shasta sheriff’s office announces plans to resume in-person jail visitations in September
The announcement was made after Shasta Scout reported on the suspended visitations earlier this month. Visitations have been paused since last September, reportedly due to construction.
After nearly four decades, James ‘Little Man’ Wright returns home
James ‘Little Man’ Wright disappeared in 1988 at just 19 years old. This week, the Shasta County Sheriff's Office identified his remains, allowing his family and Tribal community to arrange for a dignified burial.
As Shasta jail surpasses 10 months of paused visitations, experts warn of mental health fallout
In-person visitations at the death-ridden jail have reportedly been suspended due to a construction project. Visits have been shown to reduce recidivism rates, increase safety for incarcerated individuals and correctional officers and safeguard the mental health of those behind bars and their families.
With charges still pending, CHP search warrant reveals further details about the case against Michael Kamfolt
The raid of the Anderson man’s home made headlines, drawing attention to Kamfolt’s “underground bunker,” alleged cache of firearms, and his friendship with Supervisor Kevin Crye. Six months later, the Shasta County District Attorney’s office said it’s reviewing Kamfolt's case.
Across the state, communities are taking down Flock Safety cameras. Could Shasta be next?
Just months after the sheriff's office expanded the county’s network of ALPR cameras, two local elected officials are calling for them to be removed. The change of heart comes amid growing statewide scrutiny of the company’s data-sharing practices and local community concern over privacy and surveillance.
A third of Shasta’s jail deaths in recent years have been ruled suicides. A policy change could save lives
Two dozen people have died while incarcerated at the Shasta County Jail over the last six years. A review of postmortem investigations indicates more intensive monitoring of high-risk individuals could prevent deaths.
Redding says police captains will run RPD as city looks to hire new chief
In an announcement today, the city said three police captains will rotate through chief responsibilities this summer until an interim chief takes over in August. The mayor said a new police chief may start in September or October.
In-person visitations at Shasta jail resume after nearly 1 year of suspension
Last month, the Shasta County Sheriff’s Office announced its plan to resume visitations on Sept. 8 following reporting by Shasta Scout that documented the monthslong suspension. Today, jail staff confirmed visitations have reopened.
California requires county jails to meet minimum standards. That hasn’t prevented Shasta’s high rate of in-custody deaths
Shasta’s jail has consistently passed most aspects of state inspections amid a worrying level of deaths. A close look at the state’s standards — and the California board responsible for examining deaths in jails — shows key gaps in oversight.
Shasta sheriff’s office announces plans to resume in-person jail visitations in September
The announcement was made after Shasta Scout reported on the suspended visitations earlier this month. Visitations have been paused since last September, reportedly due to construction.
After nearly four decades, James ‘Little Man’ Wright returns home
James ‘Little Man’ Wright disappeared in 1988 at just 19 years old. This week, the Shasta County Sheriff's Office identified his remains, allowing his family and Tribal community to arrange for a dignified burial.
As Shasta jail surpasses 10 months of paused visitations, experts warn of mental health fallout
In-person visitations at the death-ridden jail have reportedly been suspended due to a construction project. Visits have been shown to reduce recidivism rates, increase safety for incarcerated individuals and correctional officers and safeguard the mental health of those behind bars and their families.
With charges still pending, CHP search warrant reveals further details about the case against Michael Kamfolt
The raid of the Anderson man’s home made headlines, drawing attention to Kamfolt’s “underground bunker,” alleged cache of firearms, and his friendship with Supervisor Kevin Crye. Six months later, the Shasta County District Attorney’s office said it’s reviewing Kamfolt's case.
Across the state, communities are taking down Flock Safety cameras. Could Shasta be next?
Just months after the sheriff's office expanded the county’s network of ALPR cameras, two local elected officials are calling for them to be removed. The change of heart comes amid growing statewide scrutiny of the company’s data-sharing practices and local community concern over privacy and surveillance.
A third of Shasta’s jail deaths in recent years have been ruled suicides. A policy change could save lives
Two dozen people have died while incarcerated at the Shasta County Jail over the last six years. A review of postmortem investigations indicates more intensive monitoring of high-risk individuals could prevent deaths.
Redding says police captains will run RPD as city looks to hire new chief
In an announcement today, the city said three police captains will rotate through chief responsibilities this summer until an interim chief takes over in August. The mayor said a new police chief may start in September or October.