2 Gang Members Arrested After Parole Searches, Deputies Say

SANTA CRUZ COUNTY, CA — Two men were arrested this week after local law enforcement conducted 15 parole compliance checks on gang members, the Santa Cruz County Sheriff's Office said.

Isaac Urquiza, 21, was arrested on suspicion of being a felon in possession of a gun and ammunition, and violating parole, the sheriff's office said. Jose Reyes, 29, was arrested on suspicion of being a felon in possession of ammunition and violating parole, the sheriff's office said.

Another person was ticketed. Three additional violations will be further investigated by parole officers, the sheriff's office said.