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*Rialto Record 08/22/24

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W e e k l y RIALTO RECORD

Vol 22, NO. 50

August 22, 2024

Rialto Resident’s Leadership Secures Riverside County Superior Court Approval to Investigate Animal Cruelty Crimes gate allegations of animal cruelty and abuse," Martinez said. "Unfortunately, instances of animal cruelty are on the rise." Martinez’s team, which includes former law enforcement officers, military veterans, and a veterinarian specializing in forensic investigations, has spent five years building Guardian SPCA’s foundation. With a focus on addressing both animal cruelty and domestic violence, the organization also provides job training for youth and veterans through a cadet-style program.

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According to national statistics, approximately 10 million animals die each year from abuse, neglect, or cruelty in the U.S. Moreover, studies show a strong correlation between animal abuse and domestic violence, with more than 70% of domestic abusers also harming animals. Despite this, many cases go unreported or uninvestigated due to a lack of resources.

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SPCA CEO and Rialto Resident James Martinez with his pup.

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n July 17, 2024, the Riverside County Superior Court officially granted Guardian Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA) the authority to investigate animal cruelty cases, marking a major step forward in protecting vulnerable animals. This decision, five years in the making, allows Guardian SPCA to act as a Humane Officer with the power to investigate animal abuse, neglect,

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and felony animal crimes—a growing issue both locally and across the nation. Rialto resident and Guardian SPCA CEO, James Martinez, who is also an Army veteran and law enforcement officer, welcomed the ruling, emphasizing the urgent need for additional resources in the fight against animal cruelty. "Due to increased crime rates, local law enforcement agencies have found it increasingly difficult to effectively investi-

"This puts an additional tool in our kit to combat crimes against animals," said Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco, who offered a letter of support to the court. "Riverside County Animal Control Officers will continue to protect people from dangerous animals, while the SPCA will protect animals from dangerous people. There is a need for both." Bianco also praised Guardian SPCA’s holistic approach, which includes not only animal protection but also youth mentorship, job training, and certification programs for aspiring Humane Officers, Animal Control Officers, and other wildlife protection roles. Animal Cruilty, cont. on next pg.

San Bernardino County Nurses Report 125 Unsafe Incidents in 2024 at ARMC as Result of Chronic Staffing Shortages

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Stacey Medina, RN in the labor and delivery unit at ARMC speaking to the San Bernardino County Board of Supervisors on August 6, 2024 during public comment.

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egistered nurses working for San Bernardino County spoke out during public comment at the Board of Supervisors meeting on Tuesday, August 6, voicing urgent concerns over severe patient safety issues stemming from chronic short staffing. Over the past six months, nurses at

Arrowhead Regional Medical Center (ARMC) have reported more than 125 incidents of unsafe patient care due to a lack of sufficient staff. The nurses, represented by the California Nurses Association/National Nurses United (CNA/NNU), are demanding immediate action to address these issues, citing the county’s failure to recruit and retain nursing talent.

“This is unacceptable,” said Diana Lucatero, a registered nurse in ARMC’s medical intensive care unit. “We must stand behind our hospital’s mission statement and make the necessary changes to provide our community with a hospital that focuses on maintaining the highest standards in patient care. The safety of our patients needs to be the top priority.” County Nurses, cont. on next pg.


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