PEOPLE V. JOSHUA JEEMANG LEE- Defendant was convicted of a felony violation of Penal Code section 192(b), Involuntary Manslaughter of his 2 month and 22 day-old baby girl, Ariel Zoey Lee. On January 8, 2021, Ariel was non-responsive and life flighted to UC Davis Medical Center, where she was placed on a ventilator and was not expected to survive as the doctors found bleeding on Ariel's brain and brain swelling, signs of shaking the baby. Both doctors who examined the baby at UC Davis Medical Center opined that the injuries inflicted upon Ariel were a result of the baby being shaken, not consistent with the Defendant's initial explanations of her choking during feeding or falling off the bed in their Willows apartment. Defendant, who was 18.5 years old at the time of the incident, eventually confessed that he picked up his daughter under her arms and shook Ariel twice. Defendant admitted he shook Ariel because he was angry and frustrated that she would not stop crying, thinking shaking would make her stop crying. Defendant was also coming down from being under the influence of non-prescribed Xanax, Percocet, and marijuana. Defendant spoke at sentencing that he "loved and misses his daughter greatly and wishes she was still here." Defendant Lee's attorney argued that the Defendant is mentally unstable and had an IEP in school, mitigating his criminal conduct.
DA Stewart argued to the court that many times the defense used the term "accident" yet this deliberate action by the Defendant was not an accident. Mr. Stewart stated Ariel was shaken so hard that her brain was smashed against her skull, shaken so hard that she died because of the injuries at the hands of her father. Injuries that the Defendant admitted he intentionally inflicted because he was mad, angry, and frustrated. Mr. Stewart stated “Defendant intentionally inflicted these injuries because Ariel would not stop crying, taking out that frustration on his 2 month and 22 day-old child, silencing her forever.”
After lengthy arguments asking for a prison term under mandatory supervision from the prosecution versus a request for probation from the defense, the Defendant was granted probation for 4 years, 180 days in custody to serve at a substance abuse rehabilitation treatment facility, a 52 week Child Abuser program, drug court, anger management , and mental health counseling. This case was prosecuted by DA Stewart with assistance from Glenn County Sheriff's Office Detective Lopeteguy and Victim Witness Advocate Pinedo. Our sincerest condolences and prayers for healing to the Bassetti family for the loss of their baby girl. In January of 2021, Ariel donated her heart and saved the life of a 5-month-old boy in Seattle. Rest in peace, Ariel.
JURY TRIAL THIS WEEK!
PEOPLE V. MA LEE- On Monday August 29, 2022, a jury trial was held at the Orland Courthouse returning a guilty verdict for a misdemeanor violation of Penal Code section 243(e)(1), Domestic Battery on Girlfriend. The incident took place on March 28, 2022 when Defendant battered his girlfriend, J.B., of 14 months near the Orland Arch. Fortunately, two good Samaritan eyewitnesses, Mr. J. M. and Ms. V. M. happened to be driving by at that moment and witnessed the assault, honking their horn 3 times to get the Defendant's attention off of the victim. The unbiased account of the eyewitnesses made a significant impact in this domestic violence case with a recanting reluctant victim, who approached their vehicle asking for assistance on the scene. When Orland Police Department arrived to the scene, both the Defendant and victim were hiding behind a car at a private residence on Monterey Street near Moe's Market. This case was prosecuted by ADA Neumann with assistance from Victim Witness Advocate White and Orland Police Department Officer Kat Lowery, who was able to testify and explain the cycle of violence to the jury. The jury deliberated for 18 minutes to return a unanimous verdict of guilty. Sentencing of this Defendant will take place on October 18, 2022 at 2:30PM at the Willows courthouse. The People thank these two good Samaritans, just 18 and 20 years old, for taking the time to actively stop the domestic violence happening on the streets of Orland, calling the police, and staying on the phone until OPD was able to make contact with the abuser. True heroes like J.M. and V.M. exist among us every single day, admired for their courage and humility to help keep our community safe. If you see something, say something.
PEOPLE V. JUAN LUIS TORRES- Defendant was convicted by court trial of a felony violation of Penal Code section 1320.5, Failure to Appear While Out on Bail and misdemeanor violation of Health and Safety Code section 11364(a), Possession of a Meth Pipe. Defendant was sentenced to 2 years 64 days on mandatory supervision, 1 year in and 1 year in custody and 1 year out. This case was prosecuted by ADA Neumann with assistance from Glenn County Sheriff's Office Deputies Tuma and Ramirez and Retired Chief Investigator Knight.
PEOPLE V. MICHAEL ANGEL RANGEL-RODRIGUEZ- Defendant was previously convicted of a felony violation by Penal Code sections 21810, Possession of Metal Knuckles and misdemeanor 243(e)(1), Domestic Battery and was found in violation of probation for the 6th time. Defendant was sentenced to 2 years prison.This case was prosecuted by DDA Coffey with assistance from Glenn County Probation Department Officer Van Eck.
PEOPLE V. ANTONE BOSTIC JR. - Defendant was convicted of felony violations of Penal Code sections 594, Vandalism and 1320(b), Failure to Appear on a Felony While Released on Own Recognizance. Defendant was sentenced to 262 days jail and 2 years probation. This case was prosecuted by ADA Neumann with assistance from Glenn County Sheriff's Office Deputies Ramirez and Lemmon.
PEOPLE V. EDWARD LEROY GRAVELLE - Defendant was convicted of felony violations of Penal Code sections 30305(a)(1), Felon in Possession of Ammunition and 1320(b), Failure to Appear on a Felony Case while on Own Recognizance. Defendant was sentenced to 8 months prison consecutive to his current 2 year prison sentence he is serving from a Tehama County felony conviction and an additional 16 month concurrent prison sentence. This case was prosecuted by ADA Neumann with assistance from CHP Willows Officer Cushman.
PEOPLE V. TOU YENG THAO - Defendant was convicted of a felony violation of Vehicle Code section 2800.2(a), Evasion. Defendant was sentenced to 8 months prison consecutive to his current 2 year prison sentence he is serving from a Butte County felony conviction. This case was prosecuted by ADA Neumann with assistance from Glenn County Sheriff's Office Sergeant Johnsen.
PEOPLE V. ALEXANDER JAVIER SALAS - Defendant was convicted of a felony violation of Penal Code section 273.5(f)(1), Corporal Injury on Dating Relationship with Prior Domestic Violence Conviction and was found in violation of probation for the 2nd time for domestic violence. Defendant was sentenced to 180 days jail, 52 week Batterer's Treatment Classes, and probation was reinstated. This case was prosecuted by DDA Coffey with assistance from Glenn County Sheriff's Office Deputy Ramirez.
PEOPLE V. JANA YOUNG - Defendant was previously convicted of felony violation of Penal Cod 476a(a), Forgery of a Check and was found in violation of probation for the 1st time. Defendant was sentenced to 156 jail, drug rehabilitation, and probation was reinstated. This case was prosecuted by ADA Neumann with assistance from Glenn County Probation Department Officer Van Eck.
PEOPLE V. JEREMY LEE DEATON - Defendant was previously convicted of a felony violation of Health and Safety Code section 11379, Transportation of Controlled substances and was found in violation of mandatory supervision. Defendant was sentenced to 144 days concurrent to his current prison sentence. This case was prosecuted by DA Stewart with assistance from Glenn County Probation Department Office Perry.
PEOPLE V. ANGEL BUSH - Defendant was previously convicted of felony violation of Penal Cod 4573.6, Bringing Drugs to Jail and was found in violation of probation for the 2nd time. Defendant was sentenced to 143 jail and mandatory supervision was terminated. This case was prosecuted by DDA Coffey with assistance from Glenn County Probation Department Officer Ortiz.
PEOPLE V. LATSAMY KANGMEUANG - Defendant was previously convicted of a felony violation of Vehicle Code section 2800.2(a), Evasion and 496d(a), Receipt of Stolen Vehicle and was found in violation of probation for the 3rd time. Defendant was sentenced to 120 days jail and probation was reinstated. This case was prosecuted by ADA Neumann with assistance from Glenn County Probation Department Officer Perry.
PEOPLE V. OWEN JAMES HUTSELL - Defendant was convicted of misdemeanor violations of Penal Code sections 25400(a)(1), Concealed Loaded Unregistered Firearm in Vehicle and Health and Safety Code section 11357(b)(2), Possession of more than 28.5 grams of Marijuana. Defendant was sentenced to 60 days jail and 1 year of probation. This case was prosecuted by ADA Neumann with assistance from Orland Police Department Officer Martindale.
PEOPLE V. LISSETTE MARINE GOMEZ - Defendant was previously convicted of a felony violation of Penal Code section 243.1, Battery on a Custodial Officer with a Strike Prior and was found in violation of Post Release Community Supervision (PRCS) for the 4th time. Defendant was sentenced to 60 days jail and PRCS was reinstated. This case was prosecuted by ADA Neuman with assistance from Glenn County Probation Officer Perry.
PEOPLE V. JAYSON TIMOTHY KRUM - Defendant was convicted of misdemeanor violations of Penal Code sections 25400(a)(2), Concealed Loaded Unregistered Firearm on Person and Health and Safety Code section 11357(b)(2), Possession of more than 28.5 grams of Marijuana. Defendant was sentenced to 60 days jail and 1 year of probation. This case was prosecuted by ADA Neumann with assistance from Orland Police Department Officer Martindale.