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May is Mental Health Awareness Month. At the El Dorado County District Attorney’s Office, we are committed to increasing awareness about the importance of mental health and wellness. According to the CDC, one in five U.S. adults and one in five children currently live with a mental health condition. Mental health includes our emotional, psychological, and social well-being. It affects how we think, feel, and act. It also helps determine how we handle stress, relate to others, and make healthy choices. Mental health is important at every stage of life, from childhood and adolescence, through adulthood. It’s never too late to work on your mental health 💚 You don’t have to struggle with your mental health alone 💚 When things feel overwhelming, know that there is hope and help 💚 Call or Text 988

May is Mental Health Awareness Month. At the El Dorado County District Attorney’s Office, we are committed to increasing awareness about the importance of mental health and wellness. According to the CDC, one in five U.S. adults and one in five children...

On May 2, 2024, an El Dorado County jury found Defendant Noe Rafael Palomar guilty of Resisting, Delaying or Obstructing a Peace Officer. On November 20, 2023, El Dorado County Sheriff’s deputies were dispatched to Palomar’s residence in Diamond Springs on the report of a battery. When they arrived, they did not locate Palomar, but they spoke with Palomar’s sister, who informed them Palomar had been drinking and threatening her and that she was afraid of him. She asked the deputies to check the home and the surrounding area to ensure that Palomar was no longer in the area. The deputies checked, and not finding Palomar, informed his sister how to obtain a restraining order before leaving the residence. About one minute later, the deputies were dispatched back to the residence on the report that Palomar was back and threatening his sister. When the deputies arrived, they observed Palomar through the residence’s front window. Palomar appeared angry and intoxicated. The deputies gained entrance to the residence. Once the deputies were inside, Palomar moved towards the kitchen, where potential weapons were located. One deputy followed Palomar to the kitchen, finding Palomar inside taking a fighting stance toward him. Palomar’s right hand was concealed behind his hip. The deputy believed Palomar may be concealing a weapon, so he commanded Palomar to show him his hands. Palomar refused multiple commands and began advancing toward him, still in a fighting stance and concealing his right hand. The deputy drew his service weapon and commanded Palomar to stop advancing toward him and to show his hands. Palomar stopped advancing and placed both hands behind his back. At that time, the second deputy was able to place Palomar under arrest. The trial was conducted in Department 1 of the El Dorado Superior Court before the Honorable Judge Ashworth. Sentencing is scheduled for May 13, 2024, at 11:30 a.m. in Department 1 of the El Dorado Superior Court.

On May 2, 2024, an El Dorado County jury found Defendant Noe Rafael Palomar guilty of Resisting, Delaying or Obstructing a Peace Officer. On November 20, 2023, El Dorado County Sheriff’s deputies were dispatched to Palomar’s residence in Diamond Springs on the report...

On May 2, 2024, a jury convicted Christopher Brisco of three misdemeanors, including dissuading a witness from reporting a crime, battery, and elder abuse. In July of 2023, Brisco became angry at his 76-year-old mother after she asked him for a power cord to charge her phone and began screaming at her. When she tried to leave, he grabbed her wrist, pulled her away from the door, and threw her against the wall. When she tried to leave again, Brisco grabbed her wrist a second time, pulled her away from the door, then pushed her into a chair. When the victim said she was going to call 911, Brisco told her that if she did so, “it’ll be the last thing you do.” The victim was in extreme fear and locked herself in the bathroom to call police. Brisco fled the home before law enforcement arrived. When contacted later, he admitted to his conduct and said he was upset about being evicted by his mother. The trial was presided over by the Honorable Judge Jamie Pesce. Brisco will be sentenced on June 21 in Department 7 of the El Dorado County Superior Court.

On May 2, 2024, a jury convicted Christopher Brisco of three misdemeanors, including dissuading a witness from reporting a crime, battery, and elder abuse. In July of 2023, Brisco became angry at his 76-year-old mother after she asked him for a power cord to charge...

Hosted by the El Dorado County District Attorney’s Office, our National Crime Victims’ Rights Week ceremony paid tribute to survivors, their family members and all who have been affected by crime. And we celebrated our community’s unwavering commitment to seek justice. We proudly honored Officer Barry Rider with the prestigious Katie Dobler Award for his dedication to bring justice for all crime victims. We also celebrated Wendy Barillas and Debra Robison and their inspiring work with crime victims. And we had the privilege of honoring and recognizing Joy Eichner Lynch, a survivor whose strength and resilience inspires us all. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to all the agencies who collaborate to support and pursue justice for all victims of crime.

Hosted by the El Dorado County District Attorney’s Office, our National Crime Victims’ Rights Week ceremony paid tribute to survivors, their family members and all who have been affected by crime. And we celebrated our community’s unwavering...