News Briefs: North San Luis Obispo County

Paso Robles

Paso Robles Police Make Arrest for Child Molestation

A Paso Robles man has been arrested for child molestation and booked into San Luis Obispo County Jail.

On Tuesday, Jan. 31, the Paso Robles Police Department (PRPD) learned of an ongoing molestation of a child, which has occurred over the past four years.

Officers located the suspect, Pablo Murillo Gonzalez (42) of Paso Robles, in the 500 block of Oak Street. Upon contact, the suspect tried to flee from detectives, but he was immediately apprehended. Gonzalez was arrested for child molestation and was subsequently booked at the San Luis Obispo County Jail after PRPD secured a bail enhancement of $500,000.

According to County Jail records, Gonzalez remains in custody. This is an ongoing investigation, and PRPD is requesting anyone with any information to call the PRPD at (805) 237-6464.

PRPD Make Arrest After Pursuit Ends in Kern County

With the help of CHP, the Paso Robles Police Department (PRPD) was able to make two arrests on Wednesday, Feb. 1, one of which ended in Kern County.

Around 4:30 p.m., PRPD’s K9 officer stopped a vehicle for a traffic violation near 14th and Olive.

During the stop, the driver, Jacob Hamby (36) of Paso Robles, started to conceal something under the driver’s seat. Hamby then sped off, pitching a stolen handgun out of the window.

As officers gave chase, Hamby stopped his car to let out two passengers. Both were contacted. One of the passengers, Julian Gomez (32) of Santa Margarita was arrested for warrants. Due to Hamby’s driving, the pursuit was terminated.

Shortly after, an off-duty motor officer saw Hamby eastbound on 46, outside of City limits. PRPD detectives were in the area and located Hamby near Cholame. Detectives followed Hamby and called for a marked unit from the CHP to assist with a traffic stop. The CHP met the trailing detectives, and Hamby’s vehicle was stopped due to a successful spike strip deployment. Hamby finally gave up and was arrested in McKittrick in Kern County.

Hamby was booked in the SLO County Jail on outstanding warrants, evading, possession of stolen property, and numerous weapons charges.

This is an ongoing investigation, and the Paso Robles Police Department is requesting anyone with any information to call the PRPD at (805) 237-6464.

Atascadero

Atascadero Fire & Emergency Services Launches a New Burn Permit System

The City of Atascadero Fire & Emergency Services announces a new, online burn-permitting website and app. This is a major step forward to ensure public safety in the community in partnership with the Western Fire Chiefs Association and its Outdoor Debris Burn Permitting system, PublicFireSafety. com. Permits will be obtained online by visiting the City’s website: Atascadero.org or by using the Public Fire Safety App. To register for a permit, a resident’s name, street address, and text messaging phone number are required. Those who do not have Internet Access can request a permit at (805) 461-5070 Ext. 8 or visit City Hall at 6500 Palma Ave., Atascadero. This new online system is very user-friendly, however, new systems can be intimidating, so the staff will be available to help residents sign up.

Atascadero Fire & Emergency Services’ open burn season typically from January to May of each year. As always, safety is of the utmost importance. This new online system allows staff to see burn locations on a daily basis, immediately notify users of changing conditions, message important fire safety information, ensure that those planning to burn are aware of the rules and regulations and that the right jurisdiction is being notified of the planned burn.

The process is simple and can be summed up in one — “check-in before you burn.” Residents are required to maintain accurate emergency contact information and schedule each burn day with the app. It is also critical to “check-in” on the day of the burn to ensure burning has not since been closed. Open burning can only be conducted with a permit issued by Atascadero Fire & Emergency Services.

The fire department will determine before 8 a.m. each day whether burning will be allowed within the City. The burning status (open, closed, info, & warnings) will be posted instantly to your app and to PublicFireSafety.com. Staff will also continue to update the burn line message daily. If conditions change without warning, the fire department will be able to respond proactively, sending text messages to all residents that have a burn scheduled that day.

The Public Fire Safety (PFS) system is available as an iPhone or android app. The app offers a convenient method for residents to schedule burn days, check conditions, and see alerts at any time, including a comprehensive local wind and moisture forecast. The PFS app is available now for free in the Apple App Store and the Google Play Store. In your app store, just search on “Public Fire Safety,” get the app, open it, sign in, and schedule your burn days.

San Luis Obispo County

Music Acts Wanted for 2023 California Mid-State Fair

Online applications are now being accepted for singers and bands who wish to perform at the 2023 California Mid-State Fair. The Fair features multiple stages and is looking to book music acts in any genre, but primarily country, rock, pop and soul.

To apply for the 2023 Fair, please visit the Applications page at MidStateFair.com. The deadline to apply is March 31. Late applications will not be considered. If selected, acts will be notified via email no later than Friday, April 7.

The 2023 California Mid-State Fair runs July 19 through July 30 and this year’s theme is “Shake, Rattle & Roll!”