MEMORIAL WEEKEND GOOD
 Colorado River Area - The River Watch Task Force assembled by the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department Marine Enforcement Unit was a great success. The main focus was to limit reckless operation and boating under the influence. This year, the task force made 56 arrests and investigated 4 boating accidents. 52 of the arrests were for boating under the influence.
The Mohave County Sheriffs Office reports a "safe waterways" weekend. No fatalities or serious boating accidents were reported over the 72-hour period to the MCSO. During their patrol, they cited 22 for operating under the influence, 14 for minor consumption, and 78 were cited for safety violations. Warnings were also given to numerous boaters for safety issues and the MCSO says if you have any questions regarding how to properly equip your boat for safety concerns, call them at 758-0700.
The Lake Havasu City Police Department reported a very busy weekend. 165 of the total arrests were for alcohol-related offenses, and 65 were for disorderly conduct that includes fighting and unlawful exposure. The Fire Department responded to 99 calls for service and 41 related to holiday weekend activities.
Bullhead City Police were busy with 128 citations issued, 29 total arrests, 14 traffic accidents, 2 watercraft accidents and 52 watercraft citations.

VIOLENT DUI
G.S. - Mohave County Sheriff's deputies arrested Delane Fred Stewlow, 34, of Golden Shores, Thursday morning 5/27 for three counts of aggravated assault, felonies and disorderly conduct, assault, misdemeanors. At about 1:30 a.m. deputies responded to the 5100 block of Miami Drive and contacted the reporting party who said that Stewlow had been drinking and became belligerent with several juveniles by grabbing them and slamming them into one another. Stewlow was told to leave the residence and as he was leaving he punched a hole in the living room wall. Approximately 2:30 am deputies contacted Stewlow, he denied touching the juveniles but he did admit to punching the living room wall. Stewlow was transported and booked into the Mohave County Jail.

VBS STARTS MONDAY
G.S. - The Vacation Bible School staff at Golden Shores Community Baptist Church has been working very hard in preparation for June 7-11. A record number of kids is expected to attend this year as they have changed the time to 3:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. The theme this year is far eastern called "Rickshaw Rally, Racing to the Son." There will be fun, food and lots of good activities for the kids. A bus will be running for the kids that need a ride. If your kids are not signed up, call the church at 768-2515 for more information.

THEY SAID THEY WERE COMING!
G.S. - The chief deputy of MCSO told us at the Civic Association meeting that they are coming to Golden Shores. This past Tuesday 6/1 was "Special Assignment Golden Shores" for MCSO. This doesn't mean they are finished here, but they made their presence known and they will be back. The following is a report of what happened in G.S. on Tuesday alone.
Maureen Michele Finnegan, 43 - a misdemeanor warrant for probation violation issued by Mohave County Superior Court. Approximately 7:00 pm detectives contacted Finnegan in the 4700 block of Mission regarding her outstanding warrant. Finnegan was taken into custody, transported and booked into the Mohave County District II Substation without incident.
Jeremy John Chamblee, 27 - on two misdemeanor warrants for contempt of court, drug paraphernalia violation, both issued by Bullhead City Justice Court and possession of drug paraphernalia, misdemeanor. Approximately 7:00 pm deputies contacted Chamblee at Powell Lake Road and Shore Parkway regarding his outstanding warrants. Chamblee was taken into custody, transported and booked into the Mohave County District II Substation without incident.
Glen Raymond Davis, 27 - evening on a misdemeanor warrant for failure to appear issued by Bullhead City Justice Court. Approximately 7:10 pm deputies contacted Davis Golden Shores Parkway and Powell Lake Road regarding his outstanding warrant. Davis was taken into custody, transported and booked into the Mohave County District II Substation without incident.
Susan Lynn Regalado, 44 - on a misdemeanor warrant for failure to appear issued by Bullhead City Justice Court. Approximately 10:00 pm deputies contacted Regalado in the 13000 block of Waterreed Drive regarding her outstanding warrant. Regalado was taken into custody, transported and booked into the Mohave County District II Substation without incident.
Timi Michael Schuster, 41 - on failure to appear misdemeanor warrant issued by Bullhead City Justice Court. Approximately 10:05 pm deputies contacted Schuster in the 12700 block of Cortaro Drive regarding her warrants. Schuster was taken into custody, transported and booked into the Mohave County District II Substation without incident.
Joseph Cortes, 36 - on a misdemeanor warrant for failure to pay fines issued by Bullhead City Justice Court and possession of drug paraphernalia, a misdemeanor. Approximately 6:00 pm detectives contacted Cortes in the 13300 block of Alturas Road regarding his outstanding warrant. A search of Cortes revealed a glass pipe. Cortes was transported and booked into the Mohave County District II Substation without incident.
Tommy Lee Dixon Jr., 19 - on a misdemeanor warrant for failure to appear issued by Lake Havasu City Justice Court. Approximately 7:00 pm detectives conducted a traffic stop at Golden Shores Parkway and Tule Drive and contacted Dixon. A records check showed Dixon to have an outstanding warrant. Dixon was transported and booked into the Mohave County District II Substation without incident.
David Navarose Rangel, 74 - for aggravated DUI, felony. Approximately 8:15 pm while deputies were conducting special operations they conducted a traffic stop at Kayenta Drive and Sonita Drive where Rangel was contacted. Deputies smelled a strong odor of alcohol on Rangel. During conversations with Rangel, he admitted to have been drinking. Rangel was taken into custody and transported to the Mohave County District II Substation where a field sobriety test was conducted and a blood alcohol concentration test revealed his BAC to be .119%. . A records check showed Rangel to have a suspended driver's license for a prior DUI. Rangel was booked into the jail and the vehicle was towed from the scene.
In addition to the arrests above, the following contacts were made: Consent searches: 4 Civil traffic offenses: 7 Criminal traffic: 1

FROM THE GOVERNOR

 Phoenix - Like water, tourism is a lifeblood for Arizona. It brings millions of visitors to our state from around the world, and invites them to explore every corner of our state. Whether people come for the heritage tourism of rural Arizona, the natural beauty throughout the state, or the sports and cultural attractions of our urban areas, tourism is an integral part of our past, present and future. Last week I signed into law the bipartisan budget that includes an important increase in our investment in Arizona tourism. The Arizona Office of Tourism received a crucial $2.6 million increase in its budget. Tourism contributes $30 billion to Arizona's economy each year, and is responsible for 450,000 jobs. In fact, Arizona's leisure and hospitality industry generated 1,800 new jobs in April alone. Every dollar invested in Arizona tourism is a dollar that will be multiplied many times over for the people of Arizona.
Please don't hesitate to contact my office at (800) 253-0883 or visit my website at www.governor.state.az.us.

STOP OR I'LL SHOOT
Bullhead City - On 5/17 in Sean Pherreigo flagged down an undercover officer and told him that he had just shot someone inside of his residence. When the officers arrived they located the body of Robert James Francis III who had been shot. Investigators learned that Robert Francis had made numerous threats against Sean Pherreigo. Reportedly Francis believed that Pherreigo had stolen some of his property. For several days before the shooting Francis told Pherreigo that he would beat him up and take his children. Pherreigo knew that Francis had a reputation for violence and for beating people up with a metal mag light. It should be noted that Francis is 6’5" tall and Pherreigo is 5’8" tall. About 1:00 p.m. Francis again came to the residence and demanded that Pherreigo come out. Pherreigo warmed Francis to stop or he would shoot. Francis told him “go ahead and shoot” and approached Pherreigo. Pherreigo fired the .22 rifle a couple of times, and warned Francis to stop but Francis continued to approach him. Pherreigo fired again eventually stopping Francis. Francis was transported to W.A.R.M.C. and later pronounced deceased. The weapon was located at the scene during the initial investigation. Sean Pherreigo was originally charged with Aggravated Assault with a weapon. However, County Attorney Steve Wilson indicates that the charges are declined because “this appears to be a clear case of self-defense."

FOOD CARE SIGNUP
G.S. - Food Care has already slowed down some for the summer, but the good stuff just keeps coming! Last month we had fresh squash, cabbage, corn and raddishes in addition to all the regular good stuff that comes in the $15 box. If you are qualified and not getting the Food Care each month, you're missing out. Signup this month is a bit different. Since there is no Civic breakfast during the summer, we are having a signup table at the Civic Center from 11:00-12:00 on Friday June 4 and Monday June 7 during the Senior Nutrition luncheon time. A box of food worth around $50 is still only $15 and you can get up to 3 boxes. Pickup this month will still be at the church on Tuesday June 15.

SURVEY
We asked the 2 questions every week for two whole months: Would you like to receive News Special Alerts?
Would you like to have a website where you can find other local people going to BHC, LHC, Algodones and share rides/expenses?
We only got 2 responses. So much for that...