Yuba Sutter Cold Cases
Yuba County Cold Cases
Yuba County Sheriff’s Department 530-749-7779
Name: Dennis Knode
Information: Murder Victim
Knode was found dead of a gunshot wound in the Yuba River near Smartsville on January 28, 2009. The circumstances surrounding his death are still considered pending by the department.
WANTED
Name: Unknown
Name: Chairo Yosigey Garibay
Information: Murder Victim
Garibay was kidnapped from her Olivehurst residence on the morning of 12-11-05. An extensive investigation into her disappearance was conducted however, no significant evidence was obtained. Victim’s body was located on 01-16-06, along the side of a drainage canal, located approximately ¾ miles from her residence. A group of subjects driving 4WD vehicles in the area located the body. Victim’s body was found wrapped in black tarp material, with broken pieces of cement wrapped inside. The tarp and cement materials matched tarp and pieces of broken cement present in the area. Blunt force trauma to the head was the cause of death, and was established by autopsy. Pathologist believed her death occurred at or near the time of her disappearance on 12-11-05. Anyone with information regarding this ongoing investigation is encouraged to contact the sheriff’s department’s investigations unit.
Name: James Lee Vang
Information: Murder Victim
On December 12, 2004, Lee was found shot in his vehicle in front of his residence on Canal St in Olivehurst. No suspect information has been developed though gang involvement is strongly suspected. Anyone with information regarding this ongoing investigation is encouraged to contact the sheriff’s department’s investigations unit.
Name: Camacho Gustavo Flores
Information: Murder Victim
In August of 2006, fourteen year old Camacho Flores was shot in the face with what was determined to be a single shotgun round. The victim was standing in the front yard of his East Linda residence when a vehicle, similar to a gray or silver Chevrolet Caviler, passed by and fired a round at the victim. The shooter was described as a Hispanic male between the ages of 16-19 years of age. The victim was transported to the hospital where he later died. Anyone with information regarding this ongoing investigation is encouraged to contact the sheriff’s department’s investigations unit.
Name: Xiong, Moua
Information: Murder Victim
On 6-15-05 at approx. 2122 hrs 5 victims arrived at 5328 Aspen Way in, Olivehurst after visiting friends in West Linda. As the victims exited their vehicles the suspect(s) fired approx. 28 rounds from an unknown weapon into them. Moua Xiong age 25 and Moses Kue age 17 were killed by the gun fire. Bee Yang age 22, Mee Vang age 24, and Julie Her 14 yrs survived the attack. The shooting is believed to be gang related. YCSO is seeking any information on these homicides. YCSO Report #05-3235.
Name: Moses Kue
Information: Murder Victim
On 6-15-05 at approx. 2122 hrs 5 victims arrived at 5328 Aspen Way in, Olivehurst after visiting friends in West Linda. As the victims exited their vehicles the suspect(s) fired approx. 28 rounds from an unknown weapon into them. Moua Xiong age 25 and Moses Kue age 17 were killed by the gun fire. Bee Yang age 22, Mee Vang age 24, and Julie Her 14 yrs survived the attack. The shooting is believed to be gang related. YCSO is seeking any information on these homicides. YCSO Report #05-3235.
Information: Murder Victim
Knode was found dead of a gunshot wound in the Yuba River near Smartsville on January 28, 2009. The circumstances surrounding his death are still considered pending by the department.
WANTED
Name: Unknown
Information: Murder Suspect in the Homicide of Dennis Knode
The Yuba County Sheriff’s Department is looking for a man who may have knowledge about Dennis Knode’s activities prior to his death, Sheriff Steve Durfor said today.
Investigators are seeking assistance from the public in identifying the man depicted in a sketch released today. The sheriff’s department believes that this man may have come into contact with Dennis Knode in Yuba County on Tuesday, January 27, 2009, shortly before his death.
If you are or know the individual in this picture, please contact the Yuba County Sheriff’s Department Investigations Unit at 530-749-7777.
The Yuba County Sheriff’s Department is looking for a man who may have knowledge about Dennis Knode’s activities prior to his death, Sheriff Steve Durfor said today.
Investigators are seeking assistance from the public in identifying the man depicted in a sketch released today. The sheriff’s department believes that this man may have come into contact with Dennis Knode in Yuba County on Tuesday, January 27, 2009, shortly before his death.
If you are or know the individual in this picture, please contact the Yuba County Sheriff’s Department Investigations Unit at 530-749-7777.
Name: Chairo Yosigey Garibay
Information: Murder Victim
Garibay was kidnapped from her Olivehurst residence on the morning of 12-11-05. An extensive investigation into her disappearance was conducted however, no significant evidence was obtained. Victim’s body was located on 01-16-06, along the side of a drainage canal, located approximately ¾ miles from her residence. A group of subjects driving 4WD vehicles in the area located the body. Victim’s body was found wrapped in black tarp material, with broken pieces of cement wrapped inside. The tarp and cement materials matched tarp and pieces of broken cement present in the area. Blunt force trauma to the head was the cause of death, and was established by autopsy. Pathologist believed her death occurred at or near the time of her disappearance on 12-11-05. Anyone with information regarding this ongoing investigation is encouraged to contact the sheriff’s department’s investigations unit.
Name: James Lee Vang
Information: Murder Victim
On December 12, 2004, Lee was found shot in his vehicle in front of his residence on Canal St in Olivehurst. No suspect information has been developed though gang involvement is strongly suspected. Anyone with information regarding this ongoing investigation is encouraged to contact the sheriff’s department’s investigations unit.
Name: Camacho Gustavo Flores
Information: Murder Victim
In August of 2006, fourteen year old Camacho Flores was shot in the face with what was determined to be a single shotgun round. The victim was standing in the front yard of his East Linda residence when a vehicle, similar to a gray or silver Chevrolet Caviler, passed by and fired a round at the victim. The shooter was described as a Hispanic male between the ages of 16-19 years of age. The victim was transported to the hospital where he later died. Anyone with information regarding this ongoing investigation is encouraged to contact the sheriff’s department’s investigations unit.
Name: Xiong, Moua
Information: Murder Victim
On 6-15-05 at approx. 2122 hrs 5 victims arrived at 5328 Aspen Way in, Olivehurst after visiting friends in West Linda. As the victims exited their vehicles the suspect(s) fired approx. 28 rounds from an unknown weapon into them. Moua Xiong age 25 and Moses Kue age 17 were killed by the gun fire. Bee Yang age 22, Mee Vang age 24, and Julie Her 14 yrs survived the attack. The shooting is believed to be gang related. YCSO is seeking any information on these homicides. YCSO Report #05-3235.
Name: Moses Kue
Information: Murder Victim
On 6-15-05 at approx. 2122 hrs 5 victims arrived at 5328 Aspen Way in, Olivehurst after visiting friends in West Linda. As the victims exited their vehicles the suspect(s) fired approx. 28 rounds from an unknown weapon into them. Moua Xiong age 25 and Moses Kue age 17 were killed by the gun fire. Bee Yang age 22, Mee Vang age 24, and Julie Her 14 yrs survived the attack. The shooting is believed to be gang related. YCSO is seeking any information on these homicides. YCSO Report #05-3235.
Name: Wallis, Jennifer Lynn
Information: Missing Person
White female adult YCSO report #97-6228
Birth date 9/11/62, 5'-4", 125 pounds, Brown hair Green Eyes
Reported missing November 14, 1997. Subject was last seen in the area of her home in Dobbins, Ca. The circumstances of her disappearance are suspicious.
Name: Bigelow, Robert Wilson
Information: Missing Person
White male adult YCSO report #00-4870
Birth date 7/3/1918, 6'-0", 180 pounds White hair, Blue eyes
Reported missing October 2000. Subject suffered from Alzheimer's and walked away from him home in the Challenge area of Yuba County. A large search of the Challenge area was conducted but Mr. Bigelow was not located.
Name: Wilson, Jimmy Wayne
Information: Missing Person
White male adult YCSO Report #97-4354
Birth date 10/16/1954, 5'-11", 200 pounds, no further description.
Reported missing August 6th, 1997. Subject walked away from his house boat leaving his two teenage sons and a friend behind. His personal belongings were later located in the woods near the house boat.
Name: Schmidt, Steve Marc
Information: Missing Person
AKA: Sinnott, Steve Marc
White male adult YCSO Report #97-1274
Birth date 7/13/1970, 5'-10", 150 pounds, Brown hair, Brown eyes.
Reported missing March 3rd, 1997. Subject was last seen leaving the Linda area of Yuba County. He was reportedly en route to his home in Oregon but did not arrive.
Name: Mello, Ruth Marlene
Information: Missing Person
AKA: Moore, Ruth Marlene
White female adult YCSO Report #89-3053
Birth date 8/24/1941, 5'-3", 185 pounds no further description
Reported missing July 4th, 1989. Subject was reportedly last seen at the base of the 10th Street Bridge in Marysville after an argument with an acquaintance.
Name: Manial, Debra Kay
Information: Missing Person
White female adult YCSO Report #82-4691
Birth date 12/6/1953, 5'-4", 112 pounds no further description.
Reported missing December 12th, 1982. Subject disappeared from a group of friends while looking for a Christmas tree in the Oregon Peak area near Dobbins, Ca.
Name: Mathias, Gary Dale
Information: Missing Person
White male adult YCSO Report #78-0534
Birth date 10/15/1952, 5'-10", 170 pounds, Brown hair, Hazel eyes.
Reported missing February 24th, 1978. Subject, along with four others, became lost in a snow storm in the mountains east of Oroville, Ca. The bodies of the other four were located during the search following the disappearance.
Name: Long, Winifred Corrine
Information: Missing Person
White female adult YCSO Report #26742
Birth date 12/07/1931, 5'-8", 140 pounds, Brown hair, Hazel eyes.
Reported missing June 10th, 1962. Subject was last seen at the Greyhound Bus Station in Marysville after an argument with her estranged husband.
Name: Pharis, Samuel
Information: Missing Person
White male adult - Case #13-2454
Age: 21
Height: 5' 11"
Weight: 150 lbs
Hair: Blonde
Eyes: Blue
Pharis has been missing since June 13, 2013 (reported on June 14th). On June 16, 2013, his vehicle was located stuck and abandoned in the Feather River river bottom area of Yuba County. The vehicle was locked and the keys were not with the vehicle. Pharis’ cell phone and other valuables were discovered inside the car.
The area has been searched by air, on foot, using trained search dogs, on all-terrain vehicles, on horseback, by boat and personal watercraft. Leads have been investigated and we are asking anyone with information concerning Pharis’ whereabouts to contact the Yuba County Sheriff’s Department at 530-749-7779. Refer Yuba County Sheriff’s Department case 13-2454.
Name: Dahms, Richard
Information: Missing Person
White male adult - Case #11-5706
DOB: 03/01/1969
Height: 6' 4"
Weight: 195 lbs
Hair: Black
Eyes: Brown
Dahms was reported to have last been seen in the Linda area in December 2011 although his last known address is in Dobbins. He was believed to be walking home from the Marysville area and the circumstances of his disappearance are suspicious.
WANTED FOR MURDER
Suspect: Saul Marroquin
aka Saul Pimentel
Date:
Case#:
Hispanic male adult, 26 years, 5'-5", 135 pounds, brown hair and brown eyes. Subject is wanted for his involvement in the triple homicide at the Malvern Apartments in East Linda. For further information see the March 20th, 2008 Press Release.
WANTED ARMED ROBBERY
Suspect: Unknown
Date:
Case#:
WMA 30-40 yrs 5'10" Full beard
Suspect wanted for Armed Robbery of Feather River Market, 5870 Feather River Blvd on 6-14-07. Suspect used a sawed off shotgun and left in a white older model Suburban type vehicle with approx. $500.00 in $20 bills.
Name: Carol Guillen
Type: Murder Victim
Date: 5/18/2002
Name: Carol Guillen
Sex: F
Eyes: Brown
Hair: Black
Race: Hispanic
Vehicle: Black, 1999 Honda Civic, 4-door
CA License # 4FSG574
Reward: $5,000
Details
The Sheriff's Office is asking the public for assistance from anyone who may have information regarding this case or who may have been at the Quick Stop Market at 1620 Lincoln Road, Yuba City between the hours of 6:30-7 P.M. on May 18, 2002. It is believed that the meeting between the victim and one or more individuals was not suspicious and therefore did not attract attention. A surveillance video from the store shows multiple persons entering and exiting the store that may have seen or heard something that will assist in this investigation.
The Carole Sund/Carrington Memorial Reward Foundation has agreed to sponsor a $5000 reward leading to the arrest and conviction of the person or persons responsible for the death of Carol Guillen.
View additional information.
Anyone with information is asked to telephone the Sutter County Sheriff's Office at (530) 822-7307.
Name: Carolyn Sue Hannaford
Type: Murder Victim
Date: 1/26/2000
Name: Carolyn Sue Hannaford
Height: 5 Feet
Weight: 125
Age: 36
Sex: F
Eyes: Blue
Hair: Brown
Complexion: Fair
Race: White
Reward: $1,000
Details
On November 13, 1999 at 0700 hours, Saturday, Carolyn Sue Hannaford was found deceased in south Sutter County, in the area of W. Catlett and Vernon Road, west of State Route Highway 99. She was the victim of an apparent homicide.
Hannaford was dressed in a white t-shirt, light blue jeans and white socks.
Hannaford was known to frequent the area of Main, Lincoln and Washington Streets in Roseville, California.
A $1,000 reward is being offered by the victim's family for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the responsible(s) party.
Anyone with information is asked to telephone the Sutter County Sheriff's Office at (530) 822-7307.
Keng Yang
Xao Yang
Case #: 06-003579
Date: 11/22/2006
Name: Keng Yang
Age: 17
Sex: M
Eyes: Brown
Hair: Black
Race: Hmong
Name: Xao Yang
Age: 17
Sex: M
Eyes: Brown
Hair: Black
Race: Hmong
Details
On 11-22-06, Keng, Xao and friends went fishing at the Sutter Bypass. Shots were fired at the five companions from an undetermined source. Keng and Xao were fatally wounded and pronounced dead at the scene.
The Sheriff's Office is asking the public for assistance from anyone who may have information regarding this case or who may have been in the area of the Sutter Bypass at Highway 20.
We are interested in a brown or tan SUV similar to a Nissan Pathfinder or a Toyota 4Runner which was seen nearby. A group of five or six Asian males were reported to be fishing the Bypass with the aforementioned vehicle.
Anyone with information is asked to telephone the Sutter County Sheriff's Office at (530) 822-7307.
Additional Information
November 22, 2006 Press Release
November 27, 2006 Press Release
Missing Person
Pushpinder Kaur Sangha
Date: 3/16/2000
Case#: 0000780
Name: Pushpinder Kaur Sangha
Alias: "Jatinder"
Address: 12150 North Butte Road
Live Oak, Ca 95953
Height: 5 Feet 4 Inches
Weight: 135
Age: 27
Sex: F
Eyes: Brown
Hair: Brown
Complexion: Light
Race: East Indian
Birth Date: 12/12/1972
Missing Person
Update on original broadcast on 02-20-00 on overdue vehicle and person. Changed to missing person and the vehicle has been recovered.
Missing person last seen on 02-11-00 at 1149 hours at the above residence. Sangha last seen driving a 1997 Black Chevy Lumina Ca. Lic.# 4DBA522.
Sangha missing under suspicious circumstances. Sangha has been entered into MUPS and NCIC.
Sangha left her four year old child behind and missed her appointment with I.N.S. on February 23, 2000 in Sacramento. Sangha's husband reported vehicle and her missing on 02-20-00.
If you have seen or have information about this person, contact the Sutter County Detective Division.
Sutter County Sheriff's Office
(530) 822-7313 ext. 240
Missing Person
Joanne Gaye Illerich
Date: 4/27/2000
Case#: 99001341
Name: Joanne Gaye Illerich
Height: 5 Feet 8 Inches
Weight: 125
Age: 38
Sex: F
Eyes: Hazel
Hair: Red
Complexion: Freckles
Race: White
Birth Date: 5/7/1961
Missing Endangered Adult
On may 7, 1999, Ms. Illerich left her family home in Knights Landing, California (Near Woodland) between 9:30 am and 1:00 pm. She was last seen wearing a polo shirt (unknown color), gray or washed blue Docker pants, black tennis shoes and a baseball cap. Ms. Illerich has not been seen since.
Note: Missing with Ms. Illerich is a 9mm semi-automatic pistol (unknown make).
Ms. Illerich is emotionally unstable. It is feared she may commit suicide. She may be displaying one or more of the following symptoms: anger; despondency; delusion; amnesia; physical pain in right arm and/or neck. Sometimes wears a neck brace and /or right arm brace.
She has frequented: Bucks Lake (near Quincy), Feather River Canyon, Point Reyes and Sacramento, California.
VEHICLE: 1991 Mazda Pick-up, California License# 4H09021, dark blue with white camper shell.
If you have seen or have information about this person, contact the Sutter County Detective Division.
Sutter County Sheriff's Office
(530) 822-7313 ext. 240
Unidentified Persons
Sheriff's Department Requests Assistance in Identification of Skeletal Remains
Wednesday, January 7, 2009 12:01 AM
Original Press Release: Skeletal Remains Found
Friday, October 24, 2008 4:00 PM
For Immediate Release:
The analyses of skeletal remains found in the Feather River Bottoms area on October 24, 2008 have been completed. The analysis was conducted by Dr. Turhon A. Murad from the California State University at Chico, Human Identification Laboratory (CSUS-HIL). Some of the facts regarding the identification of the skeletal remains gleaned from the examination include that the remains are most likely those of a Caucasian male adult, 55 years of age or older, 5' 10 plus or minus 2 inches. The remains had most likely been at their discovery site from one to two years. This person had poor dental health with all of his upper teeth missing and his lower molars missing ante mortem for some time. There is some dental work present that could ultimately be useful in determining identification. It was observed that the subject suffered from arthritis in one his shoulders. It is also possible that the subject either rode horses or large motorcycles for a considerable period of time in his life. The exact cause of death has yet to be determined and further analysis and investigation will be conducted.
Contact Information and Telephone Number:
Captain Jeff Pierce
(530) 822-7307
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White male adult - Case #11-5706
DOB: 03/01/1969
Height: 6' 4"
Weight: 195 lbs
Hair: Black
Eyes: Brown
Dahms was reported to have last been seen in the Linda area in December 2011 although his last known address is in Dobbins. He was believed to be walking home from the Marysville area and the circumstances of his disappearance are suspicious.
WANTED FOR MURDER
Suspect: Saul Marroquin
aka Saul Pimentel
Date:
Case#:
Hispanic male adult, 26 years, 5'-5", 135 pounds, brown hair and brown eyes. Subject is wanted for his involvement in the triple homicide at the Malvern Apartments in East Linda. For further information see the March 20th, 2008 Press Release.
WANTED FOR MURDER
Suspect: Ochoa, Leonardo M.
Date:
Case#:
HMA, DOB: 8-18-55
5'-7" 130 lbs Brown Hair, Brown Eyes
Warrant for Homicide: Yuba County warrant for violation of Sections 187(a)PC 12022.5(a)PC. Felony Warrant Suspect is wanted for the homicide of Jose Ruiz during a fight at his residence on Almond Ave W. Linda in July 1990.
WANTED FOR ATTEMPTED KIDNAPPING
Suspect: Unknown
Date: 12/29/2010
Case#: 10-6387
The victim, a 47-year-old woman, left her home in Oregon House at about 5 AM Monday and was driving down Marysville Road when her car broke down between Road 270 and Frenchtown Road. A man pulled over in a pickup truck and agreed to give her a ride to the Oregon House Store. The man drove her past the store and struck the woman in the face and torso with a blunt object while driving. He then pulled over, and the two struggled briefly before the woman fought off her attacker and was able to escape. She ran to a nearby home for help, where residents called the Yuba County Sheriff's Department. The woman was treated for her injuries at Rideout Hospital and later released.
The suspect is described as a white or light-skinned Hispanic male in his mid to late 30's, with brown hair and a full neatly groomed beard. He was driving a dark-colored extra cab pickup truck. He may have injuries to his hands and face as a result of the struggle. Anyone with information is asked to call the Yuba County Sheriff's Department Investigation Unit.
Date:
Case#:
HMA, DOB: 8-18-55
5'-7" 130 lbs Brown Hair, Brown Eyes
Warrant for Homicide: Yuba County warrant for violation of Sections 187(a)PC 12022.5(a)PC. Felony Warrant Suspect is wanted for the homicide of Jose Ruiz during a fight at his residence on Almond Ave W. Linda in July 1990.
WANTED FOR ATTEMPTED KIDNAPPING
Suspect: Unknown
Date: 12/29/2010
Case#: 10-6387
The victim, a 47-year-old woman, left her home in Oregon House at about 5 AM Monday and was driving down Marysville Road when her car broke down between Road 270 and Frenchtown Road. A man pulled over in a pickup truck and agreed to give her a ride to the Oregon House Store. The man drove her past the store and struck the woman in the face and torso with a blunt object while driving. He then pulled over, and the two struggled briefly before the woman fought off her attacker and was able to escape. She ran to a nearby home for help, where residents called the Yuba County Sheriff's Department. The woman was treated for her injuries at Rideout Hospital and later released.
The suspect is described as a white or light-skinned Hispanic male in his mid to late 30's, with brown hair and a full neatly groomed beard. He was driving a dark-colored extra cab pickup truck. He may have injuries to his hands and face as a result of the struggle. Anyone with information is asked to call the Yuba County Sheriff's Department Investigation Unit.
Suspect: Unknown
Date:
Case#:
WMA 30-40 yrs 5'10" Full beard
Suspect wanted for Armed Robbery of Feather River Market, 5870 Feather River Blvd on 6-14-07. Suspect used a sawed off shotgun and left in a white older model Suburban type vehicle with approx. $500.00 in $20 bills.
Sutter County Cold Cases
Sutter County Sheriff’s Department (530) 822-7307
Name: Carol Guillen
Type: Murder Victim
Date: 5/18/2002
Name: Carol Guillen
Sex: F
Eyes: Brown
Hair: Black
Race: Hispanic
Vehicle: Black, 1999 Honda Civic, 4-door
CA License # 4FSG574
Reward: $5,000
Details
The Sheriff's Office is asking the public for assistance from anyone who may have information regarding this case or who may have been at the Quick Stop Market at 1620 Lincoln Road, Yuba City between the hours of 6:30-7 P.M. on May 18, 2002. It is believed that the meeting between the victim and one or more individuals was not suspicious and therefore did not attract attention. A surveillance video from the store shows multiple persons entering and exiting the store that may have seen or heard something that will assist in this investigation.
The Carole Sund/Carrington Memorial Reward Foundation has agreed to sponsor a $5000 reward leading to the arrest and conviction of the person or persons responsible for the death of Carol Guillen.
View additional information.
Anyone with information is asked to telephone the Sutter County Sheriff's Office at (530) 822-7307.
Name: Carolyn Sue Hannaford
Type: Murder Victim
Date: 1/26/2000
Name: Carolyn Sue Hannaford
Height: 5 Feet
Weight: 125
Age: 36
Sex: F
Eyes: Blue
Hair: Brown
Complexion: Fair
Race: White
Reward: $1,000
Details
On November 13, 1999 at 0700 hours, Saturday, Carolyn Sue Hannaford was found deceased in south Sutter County, in the area of W. Catlett and Vernon Road, west of State Route Highway 99. She was the victim of an apparent homicide.
Hannaford was dressed in a white t-shirt, light blue jeans and white socks.
Hannaford was known to frequent the area of Main, Lincoln and Washington Streets in Roseville, California.
A $1,000 reward is being offered by the victim's family for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the responsible(s) party.
Anyone with information is asked to telephone the Sutter County Sheriff's Office at (530) 822-7307.
Name: Elizabeth Francis Picchi
Type: Murder Victim
Type: Murder Victim
Date: 4/2/1999
Name: Elizabeth Francis Picchi
Height: 5 feet 5 inches
Weight: 128
Age: 31
Birth Date: 1/10/1968
Sex: F
Eyes: Brown
Hair: Brown
Complexion: Fair
Race: White
Details
Sutter County Sheriff's Investigators have identified a female body found fully unclothed in South Sutter County drainage ditch on April 2, 1999 at approximately 9:45 AM. The victim has been identified as 31 year old Elizabeth Frances Picchi.
An autopsy was performed and the cause of death was determined to be strangulation and multiple stab wounds. She has a permanent address out of Grass Valley, but appears to be a transient frequenting the Yuba/Sutter area regularly. She was last seen in the Linda area.
Anyone with information is asked to telephone the Sutter County Sheriff's Office at (530) 822-7307.
Names: Keng Yang and Xao Yang
Type: Murder Victims
Type: Murder Victim
Type: Murder Victim
Date: 4/2/1999
Name: Elizabeth Francis Picchi
Height: 5 feet 5 inches
Weight: 128
Age: 31
Birth Date: 1/10/1968
Sex: F
Eyes: Brown
Hair: Brown
Complexion: Fair
Race: White
Details
Sutter County Sheriff's Investigators have identified a female body found fully unclothed in South Sutter County drainage ditch on April 2, 1999 at approximately 9:45 AM. The victim has been identified as 31 year old Elizabeth Frances Picchi.
An autopsy was performed and the cause of death was determined to be strangulation and multiple stab wounds. She has a permanent address out of Grass Valley, but appears to be a transient frequenting the Yuba/Sutter area regularly. She was last seen in the Linda area.
Anyone with information is asked to telephone the Sutter County Sheriff's Office at (530) 822-7307.
Names: Keng Yang and Xao Yang
Type: Murder Victims
Keng Yang
Xao Yang
Case #: 06-003579
Date: 11/22/2006
Name: Keng Yang
Age: 17
Sex: M
Eyes: Brown
Hair: Black
Race: Hmong
Name: Xao Yang
Age: 17
Sex: M
Eyes: Brown
Hair: Black
Race: Hmong
Details
On 11-22-06, Keng, Xao and friends went fishing at the Sutter Bypass. Shots were fired at the five companions from an undetermined source. Keng and Xao were fatally wounded and pronounced dead at the scene.
The Sheriff's Office is asking the public for assistance from anyone who may have information regarding this case or who may have been in the area of the Sutter Bypass at Highway 20.
We are interested in a brown or tan SUV similar to a Nissan Pathfinder or a Toyota 4Runner which was seen nearby. A group of five or six Asian males were reported to be fishing the Bypass with the aforementioned vehicle.
Anyone with information is asked to telephone the Sutter County Sheriff's Office at (530) 822-7307.
Additional Information
November 22, 2006 Press Release
November 27, 2006 Press Release
Missing Person
Pushpinder Kaur Sangha
Date: 3/16/2000
Case#: 0000780
Name: Pushpinder Kaur Sangha
Alias: "Jatinder"
Address: 12150 North Butte Road
Live Oak, Ca 95953
Height: 5 Feet 4 Inches
Weight: 135
Age: 27
Sex: F
Eyes: Brown
Hair: Brown
Complexion: Light
Race: East Indian
Birth Date: 12/12/1972
Missing Person
Update on original broadcast on 02-20-00 on overdue vehicle and person. Changed to missing person and the vehicle has been recovered.
Missing person last seen on 02-11-00 at 1149 hours at the above residence. Sangha last seen driving a 1997 Black Chevy Lumina Ca. Lic.# 4DBA522.
Sangha missing under suspicious circumstances. Sangha has been entered into MUPS and NCIC.
Sangha left her four year old child behind and missed her appointment with I.N.S. on February 23, 2000 in Sacramento. Sangha's husband reported vehicle and her missing on 02-20-00.
If you have seen or have information about this person, contact the Sutter County Detective Division.
Sutter County Sheriff's Office
(530) 822-7313 ext. 240
Missing Person
Joanne Gaye Illerich
Date: 4/27/2000
Case#: 99001341
Name: Joanne Gaye Illerich
Height: 5 Feet 8 Inches
Weight: 125
Age: 38
Sex: F
Eyes: Hazel
Hair: Red
Complexion: Freckles
Race: White
Birth Date: 5/7/1961
Missing Endangered Adult
On may 7, 1999, Ms. Illerich left her family home in Knights Landing, California (Near Woodland) between 9:30 am and 1:00 pm. She was last seen wearing a polo shirt (unknown color), gray or washed blue Docker pants, black tennis shoes and a baseball cap. Ms. Illerich has not been seen since.
Note: Missing with Ms. Illerich is a 9mm semi-automatic pistol (unknown make).
Ms. Illerich is emotionally unstable. It is feared she may commit suicide. She may be displaying one or more of the following symptoms: anger; despondency; delusion; amnesia; physical pain in right arm and/or neck. Sometimes wears a neck brace and /or right arm brace.
She has frequented: Bucks Lake (near Quincy), Feather River Canyon, Point Reyes and Sacramento, California.
VEHICLE: 1991 Mazda Pick-up, California License# 4H09021, dark blue with white camper shell.
If you have seen or have information about this person, contact the Sutter County Detective Division.
Sutter County Sheriff's Office
(530) 822-7313 ext. 240
Unidentified Persons
Sheriff's Department Requests Assistance in Identification of Skeletal Remains
Wednesday, January 7, 2009 12:01 AM
Original Press Release: Skeletal Remains Found
Friday, October 24, 2008 4:00 PM
For Immediate Release:
The analyses of skeletal remains found in the Feather River Bottoms area on October 24, 2008 have been completed. The analysis was conducted by Dr. Turhon A. Murad from the California State University at Chico, Human Identification Laboratory (CSUS-HIL). Some of the facts regarding the identification of the skeletal remains gleaned from the examination include that the remains are most likely those of a Caucasian male adult, 55 years of age or older, 5' 10 plus or minus 2 inches. The remains had most likely been at their discovery site from one to two years. This person had poor dental health with all of his upper teeth missing and his lower molars missing ante mortem for some time. There is some dental work present that could ultimately be useful in determining identification. It was observed that the subject suffered from arthritis in one his shoulders. It is also possible that the subject either rode horses or large motorcycles for a considerable period of time in his life. The exact cause of death has yet to be determined and further analysis and investigation will be conducted.
Contact Information and Telephone Number:
Captain Jeff Pierce
(530) 822-7307
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My mom was Murdered in Olivehurst, CA around April of 1989. Her murder is yet to be solved.
ReplyDeleteOn February 11, 1983 a woman by the name of Shirley Drummond was murdered in Olivehurst,
ReplyDeleteher then boyfriend Alfred "Thomas" Dunaway was a suspect in the case..His defense Lawyer was Dennis Buckley... The evidence during the trial was very weak. Back then DNA was not what it is today. They found Tom about 3 weeks after her death. He lived in the home with Shirley. she was brutally beaten to death. Some how he was found "Not Guilty". How that is possible, i will never understand... But it also puzzles me as to why there is absolutely no information, news articles, nothing on line about her death or the trial. If anyone has any information on this case or story please email me @ anjeliquemarie123@gmail.com Please. Thank you
Chairo Garibay graduated at my high school she was 5 years older then me. I remember it was on January 2006 it was morning recess before class. When I first arrived to school I remember seeing the kids were all silence and look at me. A friend of mind walked up to me and asked "Serena do you remember Chairo Garibay"? I shooked my "no" because I don't know who she was. At the end of the day when I arrived home I found out she was friend with both of my sister's.
ReplyDeleteOn her funeral day I remember seeing all bunch of vehicles lining up, parking inside and outside the cemetery. She must be the town's favorite person like a celebrity.