Newman Police

Felony arrest

Newman police said Arturo Aguila, 23, of Newman, was arrested Feb. 27 on charges of possession of a controlled substance for sale.

According to police reports, Aguila was arrested following a traffic stop in the 2100 block of Great Falls.

Authorities said the officer found two plastic bags in the glove compartment holding smaller plastic baggies containing a substance believed to be marijuana.

Police said Aguila was booked on the felony charge.

Graffiti arrest

Newman police said a 15-year-old male has been arrested in conjunction with a series of graffiti incidents over the course of recent weeks.

The juvenile was arrested Feb. 25 on vandalism charges.

Police Chief Adam McGill said a second juvenile is being sought in conjunction with the graffiti.

Activity report

Newman police received 138 calls for service, handled 28 cases, made 13 arrests, issued 19 traffic citations and towed 13 vehicles in the week ending Feb. 28.

Gustine Police

Burglary arrest

Gustine police said an ongoing investigation led to the arrest of a local man on burglary charges Monday night.

Authorities said Joseph A. Reis Jr., 24, of Gustine was taken into custody at about 9:30 p.m.

According to Sgt. Vince Inaudi, witnesses had seen Reis jump the fence of a residence late Monday afternoon and later saw him leave the property. Inaudi said the witnesses gave chase, but were unable to catch Reis.

During the course of that chase, Inaudi said, the suspect dropped coins that had been taken from the home.

The witnesses subsequently contacted authorities, and the resulting investigation led to the arrest.

Inaudi said Tuesday that Reis faces charges in two residential burglaries and one commercial burglary.

Inaudi said the arrest followed an ongoing investigation into a series of residential burglaries in which jewelry and coins were taken.

He said police are continuing their investigation to determine if Reis will face charges in additional cases.

Residential burglary

Gustine police said jewelry valued at $1,500 was taken in a burglary in the 1400 block of Ashmount. That incident was reported Feb. 25.

Weekly activity report

Gustine police received 117 calls for service, handled 20 cases, made five arrests, conducted 20 traffic stops and issued eight citations in the week ending March 2.