#searchbrowse-left {width:45%; float:left; margin: 0 2%; background: transparent;} Another Northern California community got a shockthe evening of Jan. 7 when several overdoses were reported. (Adoptions / Child Abuse / Mental Health) (530) 225-5200, Children's Services: You may login with either your assigned username or your e-mail address. .searchbrowse-wrap {width:100%; margin: 0 0 10%; padding: 0 0 5% 0; border-bottom: 1px #e5e5e5 solid;} document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Copyright 2023 Nexstar Media Inc. All rights reserved. A lot of people kind of slowly, gradually sink.. On Last Thursday, the Shasta County Coroner's Office identified the three men who died from thesuspected fentanyl overdose at a Redding homeasAustin Tod Mclemore, 28,Rion Justin Bertz, 33, both of Redding, and Joshua Daniel Severson, 33, of Austin, Texas. There were a small number of overdose deaths located outside of the scope of this map but were still within Shasta County. Anyone paying half-attention to Shasta Countys war on medical marijuana has heard of James Benno. Some go from here to straight down, he said. In 2009, he plummeted 100 feet and was flown to a San Francisco hospital. Lt. LoganStonehouse, the county's chief deputy coroner, said off the top of his head he's observedan upswingin deaths due to fentanyl overdoses, especially in the past three to four months. That's also a stark increase from 2015-17, when there were 11 deaths from the drug. Vacaville detectives are still investigating the incident. Mark out the patient information on the label. VACAVILLE A large drug bust in spearheaded by Vacaville Police has netted ten men and about $1 million worth in marijuana, police announced Monday. The results ripple through the community, with burglaries and thefts on the rise as addicts seek quick ways to get cash to pay for their next fix before withdrawals punctuated by vomiting, diarrhea, muscle twitches and pain wrack their body within hours of a high. The National Read Across America Day takes place every year on March 2, Geisels birthday. You must have JavaScript enabled to use this form. "Based on the circumstances, agents from the Shasta Interagency Narcotics Task Force responded and tested the substances which preliminary tested positive for fentanyl," Redding police said. Read the board'sbylaws. Police say that the suspects were caught red handed, actively processing the marijuana when officers rolled up. Task force agents served a search warrant Tuesday at 19307 Erickson said therapy also showed him he wasnt alone in his heroin addiction. "Alcohol is just across the board," she said. The warrants focused on undisclosed sites in Vacaville, Fairfield and Shasta County. Amphetamine deaths were up in the 2016 to 2018 period for Shasta County, and they nearly matched those caused by opioids, while at the same time far outpacing Agents said they found a quarter-pound of fentanyl that was purchased in the Tenderloin District in San Francisco. All rights reserved. What methadone does is it stabilizes the patient, satisfies the brains need for opiate painkillers so they dont suffer withdrawal symptoms. Fentanyl is commonly being pressed into pills or placed in capsules to imitate prescription medication. McCloud said he used fentanyl test strips that came with an opioid prevention grant his office received to see what the drugs might be. The investigation eventually led detectives to the three sites. The non-medical use of prescription drugs ranks second only to marijuana as the most common form of drug abuse. Ecstasy is known as a party drugthat acts asa stimulantanda psychedelic, according to the Drug Enforcement Administration. Fentanyl is legally prescribed for pain relief, often for cancer patients, but the substance is also sought by drug users on the black market. Its illegal use has been documented as part of the nationwide opioid crisis, but quantities of it are showing up in the North State and it's a rising cause of death in Shasta County. It is one of the closest At Empire, clients come in seeking treatment primarily for alcohol, then meth, Stone said. (530) 225-5650, Public Health: A powerful painkillerup to 100 times more potent than morphine has been linked toseveral overdoses and four people dyingthis monthin Northern California. Raleigh police charged Christopher Smith, 34, with trafficking cocaine, marijuana, and ecstasy, among other charges. Follow him on Twitter@mikechapman_RS. "I had people turn in the pills to me. The surge in drug use has fueled a rise in crime levels as well. Maintain a monthly log of what meds you have and how many there are. Secure. (530) 225-5591. Adult Services: And thats why its so important to be aware of the different drug trends," Maxwellsaid. "I was right there," he said. 1998 - 2023 Nexstar Media Inc. | All Rights Reserved. There are, however, differences, Edmonds said. Medical staff supervise individuals who are impaired or undergoing withdrawal while in custody, he said. Subscribe today! ", News:Fentanyl suspected in fatal overdoses of three men at Redding home. Another part of the reason meth and alcohol are seemingly talked about less? Her work often centers on localcrime, features and politics, and has won awards for best writing, best business coverage and best investigative reporting in the California News Publishers Association's Better Newspapers Contest. Follow her on Twitter (@ashulman_RS), call her at 530-225-8372 and, to support herwork, please subscribe. Some people began by abusing the drugs recreationally, sometimes as early as when theyre in high school. The comment was always, 'No, Im gaining too much weight,'" she said. Shasta County authorities believe the drug fentanyl led to the deaths of three men whose bodies were found Monday at a Redding residence. During the stop, Tygart recovered most of the stolen property and a large quantity of drugs in the vehicle, including 158.4 grams of methamphetamine and 136.2 grams of heroin, SCSO reported. 1 drug among those admitted to treatment programs. WebShasta County Alcohol & Drug 530-229-8400 Shasta Treatment Associates 530-222-4787 2030 Hartnell Avenue #D, Redding, CA 96002 24 Hour Suicide Hotline 1-800-273-8255 530-243-8921 2301 Park Marina Drive #17, Redding, CA 96001 Lane Chiropratic (drug testing) 530-527-3844 703 Main Street, Red Bluff, CA 96080 Narcotics When your teen needs a prescription, make sure you as the parent/guardian are the one to dispense. The Kansas City Chiefs quarterback celebrated the teams big win on Sunday with his wife, Brittany, and their 2-year-old daughter, Sterling, as the trio gathered on the field at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Ariz. REDDING, Calif. - The Redding Police Department ceased a drug house approximately 200 yards to the south of the Shasta County Jail. In 2020 there were 11 overdose deaths in Humboldt County associated with fentanyl. (Vaccinations / TB Testing) From 2020 to 2021, fentanyl overdoses resulting in death increased by 500%. Hes also facing drug Use a safe or place a lock on your medicine cabinet/drawer. Those in the age group of 25-34 had the highest number of overdose deaths Users seek the high, but as the addiction to opiates develops, they also end up trying to stave off terrible withdrawal symptoms, Fuentes said. Part II. Finding black market painkillers too expensive or unavailable, dealers pointed him to an alternative heroin. Police believe that the marijuana seized has a street value of about $1 million. For Erickson, heroins pleasurable effects lasted about six months before he no longer felt high instead, he needed it to feel normal. If they smoke cigarettes and smoke pot, smoking heroin (doesnt seem) like a big deal to them, Edmonds said. Men believed it improved their sexual performances, while women often started using it to keep up with day to day responsibilities like houseworkand, eventually, noticed that it helpedthemlose weight, Maxwell said. When I have urges, I talk with a higher power, I also speak with my sponsor, he said. REDDING, Calif. - A tattoo shop owner in Redding has been arrested after officers served a search warrant Thursday afternoon, the Redding Police Department said. The methadone clinic in Chico, which serves around 395 patients currently, has seen a 20 percent increase year over year. Police believe that the marijuana seized has a street value of about $1 million. That's not to say Shasta County doesn't also have a problem with opioids and heroin. It's like, 'No, it's meth.' About 27 inmates attend each week, he said. Stonehouse said toxicology tests will be done and results won't be known for several weeks or several months. You're invited to apply! Members of the public may address theBoard on any item of interest within the jurisdiction of the Board. Youre going to have much higher success, he said. SHASTA COUNTY, Calif. - Shasta County Sheriffs deputies served a search warrant on Brady Wysocks, a convicted felon, residence located on the 900 block of Mussel Shoals Avenue, Shasta Lake on Friday at 8:50 a.m. Brady Wysock, 34, Bethany Stotts, 30, and Robert Fassbender, 32, were detained without incident. Without the drug, he would feel the symptoms of withdrawal insomnia, cramps, depression, pain in the joints, nausea, vomiting and the worst case of restless leg, Erickson said. James. Heroins use in Shasta County has exploded among young adults, say law enforcement, treatment counselors and health professionals. That reduces the danger of overdose deaths, which public health data show have remained flat. "I'm alarmed there were three deaths in one day," Brissey said. He said the methadone clinic in Chico has seen an influx of young people. Suboxone is a mixture of buprenorphrine, a mild opioid, and naltrexone, a drug that blocks opiates effects. Two people were arrested during the search. Why are more deaths happening in Shasta County Jail custody? That could be as easy as opening your medicine cabinet, drawer, or a cupboard. Viewthe2021 Shasta County Data Notebookprepared by the California Behavioral Health Planning Council, in collaboration with California Association of Local Behavioral Health Boards/ Commissions (CALBHB/C). Mount Shasta Herald The Siskiyou County Sheriffs Offices arrest of two men on May 31 illustrate the serious challenges associated with a growing This article was produced as a project for The California Endowment Health Journalism Fellowships, a program of the USC Annenberg School for Communication and Journalism. I tested it and it came back right away with fentanyl," McCloud said. #searchlist h2 a:hover {color:#222; border-bottom: 1px dotted #222;} Treatment options vary between outpatient and residential care, but many involve one of two replacements for heroin suboxone and methadone. Others received a prescription that expired and they cant get refills. (APS / IHSS / Mental Health) "With the rise of prescription drug misuse and abuse by teenagers I am very concerned that our youth will come into contact with fentanyl resulting in severe medical issues including fatal overdoses.". Man arrested for drug sales after search warrant served by deputies in City of Shasta Lake, Man arrested after 2 burglaries in south Chico, Man pleads guilty to multiple felonies and violations, is sentenced to 20 years by judge, PG&E to go to trial in connection with deadly Zogg Fire, Anderson man pleads not guilty to child sex crimes, K9 apprehends suspect following high-speed chase through Corning, Las Plumas High student arrested after bringing weapon on bus. (APS / IHSS / Mental Health) Dying Inside:Why are more deaths happening in Shasta County Jail custody? Place container in a cardboard box or black trash bag. Heroin consumed his life, he said. WFTV Detectives said the organization was obtaining large quantities of drugs from overseas and distributing them throughout Brevard County, which is about 50 miles east of Orlando. "We believe this deputy was exposed to fentanyl following the discovery of an inmate who was showing signs of overdose,"Sheriff Matt Kendall said. What's more: now that heroin and abuse of prescription opioids havebecome more common in the West, users of the county's longstanding drugs of choice aren't just replacing them they'reusing them on top of those other substances. (530) 225-5650, Public Health: Unused or expired prescription and over-the-counter medications are a public safety issue, leading to accidental poisoning, overdose and abuse. Speedball users may be trying to balance out the effects, but that doesnt take place, said Fuentes of Right Road. Heroin addicts will steal, but they are more subdued.. Fentanyl is legally prescribed for pain relief, often for cancer patients, but the substanceis also sought by drug userson the black market. ul.searchbrowse {font-family:'Myriad W01 Regular', sans-serif; color: #676767; margin:0; text-transform: capitalize;} The Shasta Interagency Narcotics Task Force arrested 16 people during a three-day drug bust in Shasta County. Empire Recovery and at Right Road in Anderson also report most heroin addicts are in that age group, their counselors said. While here, they get proper medical treatment for the state theyre in, he said. (Vaccinations / TB Testing) Les James of the Shasta Interagency Narcotics Task Force. Only one said heroin was his drug of choice, while many reported using multiple substances, Jesson said. A virtual option is available to staff and members of the public viaGoToMeeting. That'sone of the reasons other substancescan be overlooked. By 2013, heroin was the main drug in 15.3 percent of admissions, ranking third behind meth and alcohol. That means turning to property crimes, though some keep up appearances of a normal life at first, similar to a so-called functioning alcoholic, he said. Nearly half of young people who inject heroin surveyed in three recent studies reported abusing prescription opioids before starting to use heroin, states the National Institute on Drug Abuse. McCloud responded to help the tribal members who fell ill and administered the Narcan to one person. All rights reserved. Dodd, head of the company that runs the Chico methadone clinic, compared it to treating diabetes with insulin. Dodd said methadone must be obtained daily by most patients. We have those off to the lab to be tested, hoping to get those results sometime soon, and Im not aware of any additional overdoses related to these pills that occurred after that first day or so," Paulich said by email. SHASTA COUNTY, Calif. - Shasta County Sheriffs deputies served a search warrant on Brady Wysocks, a convicted felon, residence located on the 900 block of Even in Chico, North State heroin is making waves. Id see them a week later and say, 'Oh, youre looking good.' RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCN) Police found more than 25 pounds of various drugs and hundreds of thousands of dollars in cash inside a northeast Raleigh home, according to warrants obtained Tuesday. The Siskiyou County Sheriffs Offices arrest of two men on May 31 illustrate the serious challenges associated with a growing methamphetamine and opioid drug problem common in most communities in Siskiyou County, said Sheriff Jon Lopey. ul.searchbrowse li a {color:#676767; text-decoration:none; } For solid medications, such as pills or capsules, place some water in thecontainer. How Can We Meet the Challenges of an Aging Prison Population? The sheriff of Mendocino County, west of Lake County, sent a Facebook warning both in English and Spanish about fentanyl in December after a jail inmate had anoverdose and a deputy was exposed while moving the prisoner's bedding and clothing. Six months ago he decided to go clean and entered treatment at Right Road Recovery Program, a drug treatment center in Anderson. In total, police say, about 247 marijuana plants were found at Shasta County site along with 200 pounds of dried marijuana. I dontthink our agencies that work in the field are ever going to be out of business.". Most of those entering Right Road were smoking it, said Dr. Julian Fuentes, Right Roads medical director. Agents saw one of the residents throwing a glass pipe and vial containing methamphetamine out a bedroom window. Right Road is the only reason Im not on the streets right now, trying to steal your iPod out of your car and trade it for drugs.. Breaking into parked cars is also a common tactic, he said. The problem has quickly grown in the past two years and, some say, is approaching methamphetamines popularity. In matter of months, he was living under the Diestelhorst Bridge, begging at nearby convenience stores. Board Membersmust live within Shasta County and be available on the first Wednesday of every month at 5:15 p.m. Members:Cindy Greene, Heather Jones, David Kehoe, Samuel Major, Dale Marlar, Jo-Ann Medina, Charlie Menoher, Alan Mullikin, Anne Prielipp, Mary Rickert, Angel Rocke, Christine Stewart andConnie Webber. Heroin and prescription opioidshave dominatedheadlines in recent years, but in Shasta County, data show that other substances are still taking as many lives or more and seeingtheir worst death rates of the decade. Place in the trash can close to garbage pickup time. Your California Privacy Rights / Privacy Policy. #searchlist h2 a {color:#222; text-decoration:none; } "They thought they were taking molly, which is a form of ecstasy," McCloud said. (APS / IHSS / Mental Health) At that point, to avoid withdrawal, he started to steal. Meth overdoses fell from 37 to 21, according to the Office of Statewide Health Planning and Development. All rights reserved. #searchlist h2 {font-family:'Myriad W01 SmBd', sans-serif; color: #616161; font-size: 0.81255em; /* 13/16 */ line-height: 1.1em; text-transform: uppercase;} Detective Nowdesha responded and is assisting with a follow-up investigation and additional charges are anticipated in the future against both suspects in this case, said Lopey. The Mental Health, Alcohol and Drug AdvisoryBoard is comprised of individuals with lived experience with mental health or substance use disorder, including community members in recovery, their family members, and other members of the public. Fuentes described the forces that may lead to heroin abuse. Please contact theBoard Secretarywith any questions. Between 2007 to 2009 Shasta County residents died of drug-related causes at a rate almost three times higher than the rest of the state. The problem has quickly grown in the past two years The following drugs were recovered by deputies: Meth: 188.11 grams Cocaine: 61.5 grams Crack Cocaine: 3.64 grams Fentanyl: 72.62 grams Heroin: 39.3 MHADAB Membership Application. Shasta County drug, alcohol deaths rise as new treatments emerge Fuentes said heroin users have between four to six hours after taking a hit before withdrawal begins. To view the video and interactive graphs that accompany this article, click here. Police responded to the Royal Syndicate Tattoo Parlor at 2002 Hilltop Dr. in Redding at about 3:15 p.m. to investigate the business and its owner, 44-year-old Donald Stroud of Officers arrested 58 people ranging in age from 14 to 56 for drug or weapon charges that resulted in 25 felony charges and 152 misdemeanor charges from Aug. 23 to #searchlist {width:100%; border-bottom: 2px #e5e5e5 solid; margin: 3% 0 5% 0;} On Wednesday task force agents, again assisted by Redding police and Department of Corrections officers, served a warrant at 842 County Oak Drive in Redding. Over at Redding's Good News Rescue Mission, which runs the New Life Recovery Program for users, 24% of the 30-something current male clients said meth is their drug of choice, while 27% said it was alcohol, said Andrew Jesson, the program's manager. People do sell dime bags now, he said. The Humboldt County Drug Task Force said the contraband they found was "the largest seizure of fentanyl in HCDTF history.". Suboxone, a mild narcotic, is also used at Right Road, though its doctor, Fuentes, places tight restrictions on it. "Our alcohol and meth are the two largest substances for substance-abuse treatment admissions," Van Ausdall said. Professionals trace the root cause of the heroin epidemic to prescription painkillers, such as Vicodin. We understand that people with alcohol, drug and tobacco addictions have a difficult road to recovery. Deputies found over 100 pounds of marijuana, seven grams of methamphetamines, nine grams of cocaine, 298 prescription pain pills and more than Addiction is a disease, and it can be treated as a disease. But heroin has made major inroads into the community, he said, mainly among young people. #searchbrowse-right {width:45%; float:left; margin: 0 2%; background: transparent;} In Redding, heroin dealers sell exclusively black tar heroin from Mexico, a much less expensive alternative to black market pharmaceuticals, James said. View MHADAB'sAnnual Reportto the Shasta County Board of Supervisors. Heroin users will do whatever it takes to keep from going into withdrawal, said police Sgt. You can also dial in using your phone. There are a lot of Waco business leaders recognized by the Chamber of Commerce. In 2014, those between 18 and 30 made up 52 percent of the clientele. Only about 10 percent to 20 percent of addicts in general succeed on their first try for recovery, said Susan Wilson, of Right Roads. You may login with either your assigned username or your e-mail address. That includes 37,486 plants and starter clones removed from the Big Springs and Mt. Shasta Vista areas. The latest large seizure was June 25 involving 885 pounds of processed marijuana and 4,693 plants. Officers serving search warrants also found a firearm and made five arrests at five rural parcels in the Mt. Shasta Vista area. They point to a path that started with an increase in recent years of young people using and abusing prescription narcotics. "It is not common to see a person come in solely with a drug addiction without seeing alcohol at some point in their history or occurring at the same time.". Unused prescription drugs thrown in the trash can be retrieved and abused or illegally sold. Methadone is another opioid used to supplant the heroin without providing the high. One man died, two womenwere hospitalized and another man was revived with Narcan nasal spray within a 40-minute time span. That's how bad it was," said Flaman McCloud, the wellness coordinator for the Big Valley Rancheria in Lake County where the medical emergencies took place. Hard statistics of just how many Shasta County residents are using heroin are difficult to find in the murky black market, but the numbers of those seeking treatment shine a light on heroins growth. When brought into the jail, they are examined by a medical professional, said Lt. Dave Kent. "There were no available ambulances because of all the overdoses going on. You have permission to edit this article. Unused prescription drugs thrown Withdrawal symptoms can last days. Eight people were arrested during this operation, he said. "They had been onmeth way too long. You can. Property crimes fell from 2012 to 2013, but rose back to 2012 levels in Redding for the first half of 2014, according to police records. Weekend assignment desk editor and web producer. Eventually they, like other users, begin taking the drugs to feel normal, he said. In Northern California's Shasta County, a growing number of young adults are consumed by heroin addiction. Proper disposal of unused drugs saves lives and protects the environment. But the key lies with the addict, who must want to be clean. Like methamphetamine users, heroin users turn to property crimes to fuel their addiction. Lt. Corey Paulich said he wasn't aware of any more overdoses. If discarding blister packs, wrap in multiple layers of duct tape. "It's not isolated; we see a lot of heroin and meth being used together," said Marjeanne Stone, executive director of Empire Recovery Center in Redding. Chico is home to the only California clinic north of Sacramento that distributes methadone, an opiate used to wean people off heroin or other prescription drugs. Deaths from opioids, on the other hand, went down in the same three-year period. I would steal for it, I would lie for it, Erickson said. This is an archived article and the information in the article may be outdated. A Lake County Sheriff's Office spokesman said Wednesday his department is testing the pills that McCloud collected. For Shasta County mental health and substance use disorder MHSA program insights, visit theShasta MHSA website. "You don't know how strong the stuff is. Drug use in general often pairs with mental illness, he said. Its illegal use has been documented as part of the nationwide opioid crisis, but quantities of it are showing up in the North State and it'sa rising cause of death in Shasta County. They also manage inmates withdrawal, with twice daily checks, he said. (530) 225-5650, Public Health: But deaths from alcohol and amphetaminessaw 10-year highsas well, and there were also far more fatalities attributed to those substances. The California penal code doesnt differentiate between heroin and some other drugs, so specific numbers of heroin arrests arent available like they are for methamphetamine and marijuana, said Sgt. Those arrested for heroin possession or being under the influence of drugs or alcohol typically dont stay incarcerated at the jail. Its population is 182,155 as of the 2020 census, up from 177,223 from the 2010 census. Shasta County is still wrestling with methamphetamine even in 2013, it remained the No. "At this point we dont know what the pills were. The Mental Health,Alcohol and Drug AdvisoryBoard (MHADAB) provides oversight and monitoring of local mental health and substance use disorder programs, advocates for affected community members, and advises the Board of Supervisors and HHSA leadership. We have certainly seen the number of patients in our Chico facility increase significantly over the last 12 months, said Alex Dodd, president of Aegis. Erickson turned to crime to fuel his habit in some cases he would fish receipts out of trash cans, steal the most expensive item on the list and return it, pocketing the cash or store credit for drugs, he said. "Three overdoses in one day that is pretty alarming.". There was a problem saving your notification. Officers found 6 grams of methamphetamine, 4 ounces of marijuana, 29 grams of opium, prescription drugs, a meth pipe, used needles and syringes and a loaded handgun, Thulin said. He was treated with a prescription for painkillers from a Redding doctor. WebCounty: Shasta Reported On: Jan 30, 2023 Arrested For: 14601.2 (A) View Arrest Details Anthony L. Christensen Age: 20 Shasta Lake, CA County: Shasta Reported On: Jan 30, 2023 Arrested For: 32, 23152 (A), 1203.3 (A) View Arrest Details Jordan R. Zimmerman Age: 33 Shasta Lake, CA County: Shasta Reported On: Jan 26, 2023 Arrested For: Kevin Harker, 38 of Yreka and Lawrence Velasquez, 28 of Santa Cruz were arrested when just before 7 p.m., SCSO received a report of a burglary. In Northern California's Shasta County, a growing number of young adults are consumed by heroin addiction. One such leader in Waco is Hamilton Lindley who is enrolled in this years Leadership Waco class. Roscoe Reidel, 45, Brian Adams, 37, and Courtney Garrett, 31, all of Eureka, were booked into Humboldt County Jail on suspicion of possessing and transporting a controlled substance, and taking a controlled substance across noncontiguous counties. 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