Local News in Firebaugh, California
Bejar honored as 'friend, husband, officer ... hero' (The Fresno Bee)
He was a military veteran, a police officer and a captivating storyteller.In his short career with the Reedley Police Department, Javier Bejar, earned a reputation as a strong leader despite his relative inexperience. Staff photos | Readers' photos | VigilFather of 3 Children Killed in Crash near Firebaugh Arrested (KFSN-TV Fresno) The California Highway Patrol now says a 34-year-old man was driving under the influence of a controlled substance when his mini-van crashed head-on into a car near Firebaugh Tuesday afternoon. Three of the suspect's children were inside the mini-van and were pronounced dead at the scene.
3 children killed in DUI crash (Madera Tribune) FIREBAUGH - Three young children died Tuesday in a head-on collision on Avenue 7 1/2, east of Road 9. Five adults were also injured, one seriously, in the accident. Authorities believe the father of the children is responsible.
Local briefs: Gang member held in sex assault of girl (The Fresno Bee) A 21-year-old Fresno County gang member suspected of raping a girl was jailed Thursday night, authorities said.
Vigil, funeral service set for Reedley officer (The Fresno Bee) Services honoring slain Reedley police officer Javier Bejar will begin with a candlelight vigil at 7 p.m. Sunday in the Reedley High School stadium.
Ribbons pay tribute to fallen Reedley officer (The Fresno Bee) REEDLEY -- A steady stream of people seeking blue ribbons in memory of slain police officer Javier Bejar has flowed through the Chamber of Commerce office in the past two days.
Father Out On Bail After Deadly Crash (CBS 47 Fresno) CBS 47 spoke to friends of the father who crashed his minivan, killing his three young children. They say 34-year-old Aref Muhamed is nowhere to be found after posting bail on Wednesday. Muhamed was arrested Tuesday for multiple charges, including driving under the influence, following a deadly crash in Madera County. California Highway Patrol Investigators say Muhamed was under the influence of ...
Deputy 'Wally' honored by hundreds at services (The Fresno Bee) Fresno County sheriff's deputy Joel Wahlenmaier was eulogized as "honest, brave, kind and true" in services Wednesday attended by hundreds, including law enforcement officers from as far away as Reno, Nev. Photo gallery | Share your thoughts
Details About Father Charged in Crash that Kills Children (KMPH FOX 26 Central San Joaquin Valley) Family and friends standing by Aref Mohamed, and struggle with the loss of 3 small children. Police arrested Aref Kareem Mohamed, the father of three children killed in a head on collision in Madera County. CHP says the Chrysler van Mohamed was driving lost control and crashed into a Toyota Corolla.
Coalinga official sports many hats, big salary (The Fresno Bee) Coalinga City Manager Bill Skinner does it all: He’s the city’s top administrator, public works director, city planner and redevelopment chief. His annual salary of $180,000 is nearly 50% above average for a small-town city manager in Fresno County.