DA Vern Pierson Outraged at Early Releases of Dangerous Inmates El Dorado District Attorney Vern Pierson is outraged at the discovery that dozens of prisoners have been released early from state prison after being convicted in El Dorado County, including two...
On July 7, 2021, a jury found defendant Jose Merced Jacobo-Contreras guilty of seven felony counts of child molestation and found there was more than one victim. This verdict came after the jury heard two days of evidence including testimony from the children, their...
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On June 23, 2021, in a courtroom filled with Heather’s family and friends, Anthony John Gumina pled guilty to first degree murder for killing his wife, Heather Orr Gumina. He also pled guilty to two separate incidents of felony domestic violence against Heather....
Memorial Day has typically celebrated the kickoff of summer with barbecues, sales, and parties. It’s an entire weekend celebrating the freedoms afforded to us by living in the greatest country in the world. While you’re enjoying this, remember to honor and thank the...
In December 2018, Tanner Seals brutally murdered Helen McKinney (formerly Helen Hoover) in her home. Ms. McKinney’s family became concerned when she stopped responding to their calls and text messages. They had last seen her on Thanksgiving. When a family member went...
