Burglary, high-speed pursuit, and fire response: This week with the Orland Police, July 14–20, 2025

From tool thieves and ghost guns to a car on an unauthorized joyride, Orland police spent the week chasing down suspects across county lines, store aisles, and farm fields — the kind of chaos that makes you double-check your car keys and count your socket wrenches.

Continue reading for our weekly Top 5, plus the full rundown of activity from July 14 to 20, 2025.

As always, Orland.News compiles and formats this report with help from AI tools to improve clarity, structure, and flow — and to add a touch of levity along the way. Names have been removed, but all times, locations, and details are drawn directly from the official records, which you can view here.

Top 5 Notable Police Calls (July 14-20, 2025)

1. Monday, July 14 - 1:02 PM: Vehicle Theft and Multi-County Recovery

Orland Police responded to a vehicle theft report at Super Shopper Auto Center on East Walker Street. Officers successfully located and recovered the stolen vehicle in Tehama County. The vehicle was returned to a representative of Super Shopper Auto Center. It seems this car had a brief, unauthorized vacation, but like all good things, it eventually came back home.

2. Tuesday, July 15 - 11:38 AM: Multi-charge Arrest at Savmor

A 28-year-old Glenn man was arrested at Savmor on East Walker Street following a trespassing investigation. Officers discovered he had committed petty theft, provided false identification to police, and had an outstanding misdemeanor Glenn County warrant. He was booked on all charges, including trespassing – a real "buy one, get three free" deal on legal troubles.

3. Wednesday, July 16 - 12:31 AM: Stony Creek Vegetation Fire Response 

Orland Police responded with Glenn County Sheriff's Office and Orland Fire Department to a vegetation fire in the Stony Creek area. Officers assisted with resident evacuations and fire operations. During evacuations at Shady Oaks Mobile Home Park, officers conducted a welfare check on a bed-ridden female resident after concerns she might still be inside her trailer, though no one was located. Thankfully, this was one case where nobody being home was exactly what everyone wanted to hear.

Related Story: Creek Fire burns 44 acres, threatening homes north of Orland

4. Wednesday, July 16 - 3:20 PM: Commercial Burglary at Duche Nut Company 

Officers initiated an investigation into a significant tool theft from Duche Nut Company on Railroad Avenue. The theft involved property valued over $950, making it a felony-level crime. Apparently, some 'nut' decided they needed new tools without the pesky step of purchasing them.

5. Wednesday, July 16 - 7:11 PM: High-Speed Chase Ends in Felony Weapons Arrests 

Four suspects were arrested on multiple felony charges after brandishing firearms at Vinsonhaler Dog Park and fleeing in a tan Toyota Camry. The chase ended when the driver, a 20-year-old Hamilton City woman, lost control and crashed in a dry irrigation ditch at County Roads DD and 17. Two passengers fled on foot but were captured in a nearby field. Officers recovered two non-serialized "ghost guns." Turns out you can run, but you can't hide in a field - especially when you've just given officers a very good reason to look for you.

The Rest of the Log

Every call, every shift, from July 14-20, 2025

Monday, July 14 — drug arrests and restraining order violations 

3:50 AM: 800 block Newport Ave. — Suspicious Circumstances — A 60-year-old woman reported subjects outside her residence with guns. No one was found in the area. 

9:05 AM: 500 block Fourth St. — Drug Arrest — A 42-year-old woman was arrested for resisting arrest and being under the influence of a controlled substance after a reported fight. 

9:10 AM: 700 block Paigewood Dr. — Restraining Order Violation — A 44-year-old woman reported vandalism and restraining order violation. The subject already in custody was additionally charged. 

9:36 AM: Orland Police Department — Harassment Report — A 40-year-old woman reported harassment by a 30-year-old man. Information provided about the restraining order process. 

12:01 PM: 800 block Newport Ave. — Drug Arrest — A 60-year-old woman was arrested during a welfare check for being under the influence of a controlled substance. 

6:05 PM: 800 block Second St. — Disturbance — A 42-year-old woman was reported refusing to leave a residence but was gone upon officer arrival. 

9:05 PM: 400 block Shasta Ave., Hamilton City — Sheriff Assistance — Officers assisted Glenn County Sheriff's Office with a disturbance report.

Tuesday, July 15 — trespassing and theft incidents 

12:15 PM: Papst Ave. at E Walker St. — Traffic Citation — A 24-year-old man was cited for driving without a license. 

1:00 PM: Pizza Palace, Fifth St. — Traffic Citations — A 30-year-old man was cited for cell phone use while driving and no proof of insurance. 

1:25 PM: Orland Pharmacy, E Walker St. — Trespassing Warning — A 42-year-old woman was counseled and given trespassing admonishment for causing disturbance. 

2:14 PM: Stop & Shop, Walker St. — Theft Arrest — A 42-year-old woman was arrested for petty theft and disobeying a court order. 

2:45 PM: Blake Rd. at Hambright Ave. — Traffic Collision — Non-injury collision; officers assisted with information exchange. 

4:02 PM: 200 block Fourth St. — Civil Matter — Officer provided information to residents requesting assistance. 

7:20 PM: 1000 block Benson Dr. — Juvenile Welfare Check — Investigation initiated regarding disciplinary matters involving injured juveniles. 

9:21 PM: 200 block E Tehama St. — Civil Dispute — Mother reported juvenile daughter refusing to return cell phone. Parties separated and advised of options. 

10:36 PM: 700 block Paigewood Dr. — Juvenile Welfare Check — Mother contacted regarding complaint of unsupervised children; children confirmed inside and in bed.

Wednesday, July 16 — fire response and weapons arrest 

12:31 AM: Stony Creek — Fire Response — Officers assisted with vegetation fire evacuations and operations. 

1:59 AM: Taco Bell, Hoff Way — Burglary Alarm — Business found secure with no signs of entry. 

3:20 AM: 900 block Benson Dr. — Mental Health Transport — Male attempting to break into residence transported for voluntary mental health hold. 

9:59 AM: 300 block Meadowood Dr. — Child Custody Issue — Mother reported failed custody exchange; referred to family court. 

11:25 AM: 1000 block Eva Dr. — 911 Hang-up — Resident reported people in backyard; area searched with no one found. Extra patrol requested. 

11:42 AM: Orland Police Department — Civil Information — 61-year-old woman provided with information. 

4:01 PM: Subway, Newville Rd. — Petty Theft Report — Employee reported theft; suspect not located but area searched. 

8:43 PM: Grocery Outlet, South St. — Miscellaneous Report — Male reported being confronted at residence; provided with options.

Thursday, July 17 — civil matters and assault report 

11:26 AM: Orland Police Department — Restraining Order Issue — Woman reported violation by out-of-state husband; no violation found due to service issue. 

11:33 AM: Orland Police Department — Tenant Issue — 63-year-old woman provided options regarding tenant matter. 

2:53 PM: 1300 block Anita Ct. — Simple Assault Report — 60-year-old woman reported a cold assault involving an altercation with sister. Documentation requested. 

7:39 PM: 300 block Meadowood Dr. — Child Welfare Check — Mother requested welfare check on 3-year-old daughter; child found fine with father.

Friday, July 18 — mental health calls and suspicious activity 

7:21 AM: Liberty Bell Apartments, Sixth St. — Suspicious Circumstances — A 77-year-old man reported people refusing to leave home; no one was found inside. Referred for social services. 

10:14 AM: Papst Ave. at Stonycreek Dr. — Welfare Check — Search conducted for elderly male with bike; unable to locate. 

10:49 AM: Sixth St. at Almond Way — Welfare Check — Male walking in roadway counseled to stay on shoulder. 

9:08 PM: County Road 99 at Stony Creek — Fire Response — Officers assisted with vegetation fire in the Stony Creek area. 

10:12 PM: Chevron, Newville Rd. — Drug Arrest — 42-year-old woman arrested for being under the influence after refusing to exit another person's vehicle. 

11:49 PM: 800 block Newport Ave. — Welfare Check — 60-year-old woman reporting hallucinations due to medication; referred to doctor.

Saturday, July 19 — welfare checks and disturbances 

12:01 AM: 900 block Papst Ave. — Suspicious Circumstances — Report of female possibly under influence; no one located. 

12:30 AM: Purpose Place, Newville Rd. — Welfare Check — Anonymous report of unknown person entering apartment; resident confirmed safety. 

8:37 AM: 100 block E Shasta St. — Welfare Check — Man lying on sidewalk counseled about blocking walkway; agreed to leave. 

8:52 AM: 800 block Newport Ave. — Medication Found — 85-year-old woman believed medication stolen; officers helped locate pills, no theft occurred. 

11:49 AM: Papa Murphy's Pizza, E Walker St. — Disturbance Report — Unknown female caused disturbance then left; unable to locate. 

1:21 PM: Maverik, Commerce Ln. — Verbal Disturbance — Male and female in argument agreed to separate for remainder of day. 

1:48 PM: 500 block Second St. — Civil Issue — Woman believed restraining order violated; determination made no violation occurred. 

2:15 PM: 800 block Newport Ave. — Mental Health Episode — 60-year-old female assisted by Mobile Crisis team during an episode involving a dog. 

2:58 PM: 900 block Newport Ave. — Noise Complaint — Homeowner advised of loud music complaint and agreed to turn down volume. 

3:54 PM: 4700 block County Road O — Medical Assistance — Officers assisted Westside Paramedics with a medical emergency.

Sunday, July 20 — harassment and trespassing 

9:30 AM: Dollar General, Newville Rd. — Harassment Report — 42-year-old woman reported being followed and inappropriately touched by an unknown male. Male located, counseled, and agreed to leave. 

12:55 PM: 1300 block Pine St. — Traffic Collision Report — Non-injury collision involving Amazon work van; no damage found but documented per company policy. 

2:55 PM: 800 block Newport Ave. — Trespassing Warning — 42-year-old woman claimed permission to be in residence; determined unauthorized and admonished for trespassing.