What was with the police and fire activity on redwood road this morning? They had the whole road blocked off.

To file a formal personnel complaint against an officer in Napa, you have a few options depending on whether you are dealing with the city police or the county sheriff. Under California law (specifically Penal Code 832.5), law enforcement agencies are required to have a procedure in place to investigate citizen complaints, and they must retain these records for at least five years.
1. Choose the Right Agency
Make sure you are filing with the correct department:
* Napa Police Department (City limits):
* Napa County Sheriff’s Office (County areas/unincorporated):
2. Methods to File with the Napa Police Department
If the incident involved a city officer, you can submit your complaint through several channels:
* Online: The City of Napa provides an online personnel complaint form directly through their official website under the "Personnel Complaints" section.
* In Person: Visit the Napa Police Department lobby (1539 First Street, Napa, CA 94559) Monday through Thursday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. You can request to speak directly with an on-duty supervisor.
* By Phone: Call non-emergency dispatch at (707) 257-9223 at any time and ask to speak with an on-duty supervisor.
* By Mail or Email: You can write a letter or fill out a downloaded complaint form and send it via email to PDAdmin@cityofnapa.org or mail it to:
> Napa Police Department
> 1539 First Street
> Napa, CA 94559
> Attention: Office of the Chief of Police
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When submitting, try to include the officer’s name, badge number, vehicle number, and the exact date, time, and location of the incident.
Understanding the Time Limits (Why "Time Running Out" Matters)
If you are worried about time running out, it helps to distinguish between an internal administrative complaint with the department and a legal claim or lawsuit:
* Internal Department Complaints: While police departments prefer you file complaints as soon as possible while memories and evidence are fresh, California law mandates that citizen complaint records be kept on file for at least five years. Filing internally creates an official paper trail with the department.
* California Government Tort Claims Act (Crucial for Lawsuits): If your goal is to preserve the right to sue the city, county, or officer for damages (such as for excessive force, injury, or civil rights violations), you are subject to a very strict deadline under the California Tort Claims Act. You generally must file a formal administrative tort claim against the government agency within 6 months (180 days) of the incident date. Missing this 6-month window can bar you from filing a civil lawsuit later.
* General Civil Rights Statute of Limitations: For federal civil rights lawsuits (under 42 U.S.C. Section 1983) in California, the statute of limitations is typically two years from the date of the incident.
If you are approaching the 6-month mark and intend to take legal action, consulting with a civil rights attorney promptly ensures that a formal Tort Claim is drafted and served correctly before the legal window closes.

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The amount of information you shared is amazing. You really helped this person in need. Sending hugs and a big thank you.

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Glad to help. It's a sore subject for me.

Years ago, a good friend of mine suffered abuse at the hands of the sheriffs department. He did nothing wrong and was in his own home and they busted through his home ( no warrant or proof of any crime) but because he wouldn't step out side on their command they forcefully busted into his home, tased him and then took him to jail, then to court for obstruction of justice which caused him over $25,000 in attorney fees. He won in court but couldn't find an attorney to sue the sheriffs or the county. He also attempted suicide thinking he'd lose and be in jail for a year and lose his home in which he was still paying for after 25 years, etc.

Jury trial, oh of course they "Lost" the body cam footage of all 3 deputy's & lied on the stand but jury saw through that.

Be careful everyone and stand up for your constitutional rights.

 

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Your Home always used to be your "Safe Place". Apparently not anymore.

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The police officers went into his apartment complex and they told him he looks like somebody they were looking for. He was just standing outside. And when they grabbed his arms to arrest him he did try to fight because he didnt know why he was being arrested. He just turned 18 and never been in trouble with the law that is why he was so confused as to why they wanted to put him in handcuffs so he did resist saying he didn’t do anything, that is when the coo threw him on the concrete and he got a bad cut on his head because they put his head against the concrete and somehow managed to break his ankle. He was telling them his ankle felt broken and they still were yelling at him to stand up until they noticed they did break it. They took him to the ER for stitches and was sent to jail with the broken ankle until he gets an appt to get surgery. They had no reason to arrest him and found nothing on him. I feel they used excessive force on him and made a mistake thinking he was someone they were looking for. But now he knows not to resist the rest and then figure it out after if it worked to happen again. They should’ve asked him to identify himself first before they even tried to put handcuffs on him.

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it sounds like the officers were trying to “detain” him while they confirmed he wasn’t who they were looking for. As soon as he resisted, he committed a crime that they could arrest him for. But I would encourage him to file a complaint and request copies of the body camera footage. If the officers were found to have violated his rights, then he can sue the city in small claims court for the medical costs up to a max of $12,000. The good thing about small claims is that the city can’t send an attorney to represent them…they are not allowed.

 

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He did resist but not to the extent of them hurting him. He is still a teen that doesn’t know or have experience with interacting with a police officer. As soon as he moved his hand away to ask why they dropped him to the floor. He simply wanted to have a reason as to why they wanted to arrest him.

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consult with John L. Burris, the prominent African American civil rights attorney based in Oakland, California.

 

He’s been fighting police brutality and misconduct cases for more than 40 years. His high-profile cases include Rodney King, Oscar Grant, and the Oakland Riders police misconduct scandal.

 

Law firm: Burris, Nisenbaum, Curry & Lacy - BNCL Law Offices

 

Phone: (510) 839-5200

 

Address: 7677 Oakport St #1120, Oakland, CA 94621, United States

 

Website: bnclawfirm.com⁠

 

He also appeared in a July 2026 PBS documentary titled John Burris: Godfather of Police Litigation.

Search for an attorney who will take on a police brutality case. There are many in the Bay Area but I cannot recommend anyone specific.

He must’ve been resisting arrest

 

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or maybe not? Maybe he was taken down by a overly amped up officer while trying to tell them they have the wrong guy?

 

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that is what happened . Thank you 😊

 

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was he doing that while resisting?

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doing what ? How would you like to be profiled buddy?

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what is your problem? You have zero indication that he "fought" or "resisted". And even if he did, it was a.) a WRONGFUL arrest and b.) does not mean that an officer can break his ankle.

Get the police report. If you find there is enough evidence, file a complaint. Then hire a lawyer.

 

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I called for they report they said nobody can have access to it

Nope they don’t take accountability for anything they do to We the people… WERE THE BAD GUYS REMEMBER

 

 

Sounds like our NAPA PD at work . Bet they try to sweep this one underneath the rug.🤨

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18 year old kids, who have not committed any crime, who are being wrongfully arrested and have no experience with the law are most likely going to resist. This situation is SO wrong. If that were my kid (neither of mine even got sent to principal, clean as could be) I Would. Be. F-U-R-I-O-U-S. 

I did tell my son that you always must be cooperative with police - he witnessed a police officer be a TOTAL jerk when he pulled me over for expired registration. Acted like I had just done hit and run or something and I modeled for my son that, even when the cops act like puffed up prison guards, you stay totally chill and give them what they ask for while smiling. 

I worked closely with detectives and other LEOs on child absuse cases and have high regard for them. But some are way too high on their power. Truth. (edited)

 

 

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Thank you! Unfortunately his mom is in Mexico and his dad works both jobs so he does not have parental guidance. But now he learned his lesson. I feel like they were too aggressive it is not like he had a weapon or they feared for their lives. It was two police against a small skinny 18 year old.

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yeah. They definitely overplayed it, as sometimes cops do. It makes them look ridiculous and undermines their mission of protection and safety. (edited)

 

 

You should file a complaint if he doesn't deserve being detained or arrested then yeah you need to file a complaint

Police and emergency vehicles heading south on 29 from first street. Does anybody know about this?

I just saw around 15 police cars in Old Sonoma Road over and under the bridge. Seemed like something big happened.

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Just saw 6 police cars and a city truck zipping out of the PPD anyone know what might have happened?

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Scam Alert!! I got a call from a “Sheriff Jason Smith” of the “Sonoma police department.. The phone number was a cell number to call back..

 

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I saw at least 5 police cars at the entrance to the Vintage High Student Parking Lot. Several students were being confronted in the vacant lot to the right of the parking Lot? Any ideas?

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Anyone see about 30 police cars screaming at like 100 mph on 101 from the Windsor direction towards Santa Rosa? This was at 7:30-ish?

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Last night a little after 8:00 pm two large police SUVs were going north on Hwy 29 with sirens screaming. They were going so fast that they actually moved my car with their wind; kinda like when a semi passes you speeding. It took many of us drivers by surprise. We didn't hear them until they were passing us and very nearly caused a pile up. I'm thankful that all of the drivers in the right lane were able to slow down and move over as required. I would love to know what was going on and why the urgency.

This was a Napa Sheriff's Office Pursuit on southbound 29. Don't know the reason for the pursuit. They exited at Imola Avenue and continued Northbound on S. Freeway Drive to just north of Colina Court where it was pitted. Driver was arrested for evading and obstructing

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My sis passed by on her way to work she told me there where multiple cop cars out side one house and a drone flying around.

 

 

Heard all the sirens pass by. They were full speed.

 

Medical and fire w wating across from Pueblo vista.

 

 

Wow! Lots of police activity . Whats going on at w Pueblo and Linda vista?

Santa rosa.5w.

 

I was there going into Poppy Bank. At least 10 police cars, fire truck, ambulance. Officers gathered by fence looking toward polo field. Two police cars with lights flashing down at the field. I asked an officer whose response was “It is a staging and we are not allowed to say”. That’s all I got. Anyone else find out more?

 

 

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Does anyone know why there were several police cars on White Oak Dr near the Catholic Church?

Graton.   7w.

 

We saw 11 cop cars speeding south on 101 at about 8pm south of Cotati on 101 towards Petaluma, plus helicopter going the same direction. 

 

 

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Marie Catherine Weerts, a Santa Rosa resident and office manager for a Rohnert Park business, was arrested on Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2026, on suspicion of embezzling more than $180,000. 

 

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Suspect: Marie Catherine Weerts (Santa Rosa)

Employer Location: A business in Rohnert Park, California (name withheld by authorities)

Amount Involved: More than $180,000

Timeline: The investigation began on September 30, 2026, following a report of suspected embezzlement, and led to her arrest nearly a month later on October 27, 2026.

Arrest Location: Donahue Avenue in Santa Rosa, California

Facility: Booked into the Sonoma County Main Adult Detention Facility 

 

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According to the Rohnert Park Department of Public Safety News Release, Weerts was booked on the following felony charges: 

 

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California Penal Code § 503: Embezzlement

California Penal Code § 476: Check fraud

California Penal Code § 470(a): Forgery 

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Hi, is anybody know what going on? Fifth street and Napa st. is blocked, is so many police cars and firefighters.

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Anyone know what was going on with the police presence around Jefferson and Trancas today? They seemed to be looking for someone near Wendy’s and Genova. Later an empty police SUv was blocking the right lane of Trancas headed east just past Jefferson.

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Just got a Nixle saying police activity on Danby court and Rainier circle avoid the area, I live on Searles which is right behind them. I heard sirens but then nothing??

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Anybody know what happened on Soscol in front of the Taco Bell? Lots of police and there’s what looks like shoes and belongings marked on the ground.

 

 

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What just happened I heard a lot of sirens just like a minute ago

West Sonoma. 5w.

 

What’s happening on Arnold Drive? Six cop cars just passed my house heading south towards Temelec

There were 3 sheriffs and 2 highway patrol trucks near Creekside restaurant on a side street with 2 plumbing vans . Anyone have an idea why they were at a residence there?

 

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Does anyone know what happened over by the roundabout? I saw two police cars and two ambulances and a firetruck over there.

Helicopter circling southeast of Frates. Anyone have a clue?

 

Hello everyone! I was at Luckys earlier this evening. I saw a police office /sheriff and he was on duty. I asked if I could ask question. I told him we have been having discussions on Nextdoor about drones and right to privacy etc. he said we need to look at the local municipal code and the State FAA . so you can google it and find the FAA regulations. then look up the municipal code. He said that they- the police- use drones.

Anyone know what happen at south plaza there was a lot of police

after the response that there was no issue on 'the roads' which would cause a mile long back up on Stage Coach Gultch fm Lakeville to Arnold it was suggested that I search CHP site, which I did. No wonder there's no information.Likely because none of the 3 search panels on CHP site show either Sonoma, or Sonoma County although there are many many locations available. I've see the results of horrific accidents at this spot causing miles long back ups. So, now I know why. I'll seek for info from 'local officials.' Should be an easier way to acquire such info. I would be grateful to learn of them.

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Emergency vehicles at Arnold Dr. And Mission...all traffic diverted .. anyone know what happened?

 

I heard there was construction on Arnold towards the raceway that caused a significant backup earlier in the day.

 

Hello Everyone,

We had a drone fly into our yard and by our kitchen windows for 5 minutes. I was wondering if anyone else has had this happen to them or seen concerning .

Thanks so much.

 

I don't know what the law is but it seems to me that if someone is snooping around your property that it is trespassing. and also dangerous. invasion of privacy. Intrusive. We should find out what the laws are.

 

 

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Second car crash on Arnold, close to Leveroni back to back. Yesterday and today.

POLICE CHASE ON LAKEVILLE? I turned off 37 yesterday at about 2/2:30 to avoid the traffic on my way home to Sonoma Valley, and before turning off at Ernie's, 12 police cars with lights and sirens blazing went towards 37! They may have been chasing a large black SUV, or that car may have been chasing the perp too... Just curious, had to pull over several times while police vehicles came flying down the center of the road passing regular cars.

 

 

Wonder what that was all about

 

 

Big rig donut spill...

 

 

New all black stealth police car prowels Petaluma, California. Note the ghost like font on the side of the vehicle used to spell out the word "Police". 

COMPLAIN TO GNOSS FIELD AIRPORT. THEN COMPLAIN ABOUT THEM AND THE MGR. THERE AT GNOSS EHO DOES NOTHING ABOUT ALL THE PLANES AND COPTER NOISE. , AT ALL HOURS ALL THE TIME. NEED A CLASS ACTION SUIT. GOES ON CONSTANTLY. HORRIBLE. THEY FLY WAY BELOW WHAT THE LAW ALLOWS.

Celeste pretty plane, but noisy. Interferes with audio recording, baby sleeping… you name it. And it’s illegal. Why would they be circling around, banking the aircraft to look in our yard?

The aircraft is flying in public airspace, which means you have no expectation of any privacy

incorrect when it violates minimum altitude laws. Very invasive.

 try … 14 CFR 91.119 minimum safe altitudes, happy reading! 

This aircraft N898DD originated from and appears to be based at Santa Rosa airport. Please contact the Santa Rosa airport manager Jon Stout at 707 565-7243 and file a complaint that the aircraft was flying over a congested area (downtown Petaluma) at less than 1000 Feet above ground level on 3/16 at about 6:45PM. If the owner is a tenant at the airport the airport manager should be able to contact them and encourage them to stop being a nuisance.

 hmmm.. I’ll just use my own drone for that. I can’t stop him from taking photos, but he shouldn’t be flying that low and banking the aircraft to look in the backyard. Not cool.

 

 

This is a recurring problem. Most all the planes or pilots are not local. There is a radar app to monitor. And most all the pilots are from other area small airstrip. These are considered "touch and goes". Each time according to environmental sources is equal to 10 cars. Just simply a hobby to these pilot/owners. Reducing livabiliity...just having fun. S BLACK-CRICHFIELD

 

 

Rick as ever...who are these people.
Very select group of "OWM.: hundreds of dollars to just gas park and manage this glorious hobby. Hundreds of dollars isn't my care.
Imposing it on others is..my house isn't near the airport ...

Yes, absolutely. The city council majority is not listening to the community.

 

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Outside deep pockets have voice and influence

I think they are elitist and think they know better than everyone else what Petaluma should be. Most of them respond with vitriol to constituents rather than trying understand issues and moving forward as a community. Kinda like the current federal administration.

I agree, I'm not impressed by our City Council's decisions that don't reflect the preferences of at least those I know here in Petaluma.

 

 

 

 

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City employees spent $2.3 million on City “CalCard” credit cards over the last two fiscal years. That’s $991k in FY23–24 and $1.35M in FY24–25 — over $2.3M total — and the quarterly expense reports that were released to the public don't tell us what those were for. 

 

It looks like there are a few dozen credit cards in circulation assigned to various employees, but the public can only see that payments to the credit card company were made. Residents can’t see what was purchased or how purchases are reviewed and controlled. For a multi-million-dollar spending channel, basic summaries by vendor or category (Amazon, travel, supplies, etc.) seem reasonable. 

 

My husband asked Council about this during public comment last night (1/26/26) and didn’t get an answer. Hoping we can get some more transparency on how these taxpayer dollars are being spent.