Projectile Case Arrest Made; MS-13: Santa Cruz County Police Logs

SANTA CRUZ COUNTY, CA — Here's a collection of police, fire and courts news from around the county this week:

MS-13 Gang Member In Santa Cruz Pleads Guilty, ICE Says
Tomas Rivera, 27, was the second-in-command of a Santa Cruz branch of MS-13, officials say. He pleaded guilty to several charges Friday.

20-Foot Breakers Forecast In Santa Cruz County
Officials have again issued a warning about beach hazards this week. Breaking waves of 15 to 20 feet are forecast.

Watsonville Police Officer Retires After 24 Years Of Service
Master Officer Angel Calderon hopes to continue working with people dealing with mental illness.

Men Charged With Burglary; One Was Allegedly An Armed Gang Member
Two Santa Cruz men were arrested early Friday morning after police received car burglary reports in the 80 block of Chestnut Street.

Fog Hangs Over Santa Cruz County During Morning Commute
Patchy fog was seen throughout Northern California Friday morning, with more sun expected in the afternoon.

Man Accused Of Kidnapping Daughter Pleads Not Guilty
Brian Sellen is accused of kidnapping his 1-year-old daughter after stabbing her mother Friday. He pleaded not guilty Wednesday in court.

Beach Hazard Warning Again Issued In Santa Cruz County
Sneaker waves and rip currents are possible at Santa Cruz County beaches. Officials issued the second beach hazards statement of the week.

Drug Drop-Off Boxes At Santa Cruz County Sheriff's Centers
A medication disposal drop-off box is available at sheriff's centers in Felton, Santa Cruz, Aptos and Watsonville.

Man Charged After Allegedly Trying To Stab Police With Pole
The Monterey County District Attorney's Office charged Sergio Contreras Villanueva, 34, after he allegedly tried to stab Salinas Police.

Shot Fired During Attempted Robbery, Santa Cruz Police Say
Police found an unregistered gun and lots of cannabis on scene. Ryan Mcauliffe and Dillon Alan Mahoney of Pacifica were later arrested.

$22,000 Gifted To Dominican Hospital By Watsonville Police
The money will support breast cancer patients in south Santa Cruz County, at the Katz Cancer Resource Center.

Beach Hazard Warning Remains In Place For Santa Cruz County
Though showers, sneaker waves and rip currents were expected Tuesday, dry weather and warmer temperatures are expected later in the week.