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Vol. 133, No. 46 29
Alturas, California
February 5, 2026 October 9, 2025
Serving Modoc Since 1892 16 24 Pages
Police Investigate Suspicious Alturas Elementary StudentsDevice Boost Found Fire in Vehicle at Alturas Garden Safety Skills with CAL FIREApartments According to the vehicle Alturas Police Department owner, Jamie Aminsworth, are investigating a suspicious the top of her convertible device found inside a vehicle was cut, and a homemade, at the Garden Apartments, cylinder-shaped device with a note reading “BOOM” was authorities said. Officers responded to a dropped inside. She described report of a possible explosive the device as having wax on device about the vehicle at one end and metal pellets on the apartment complex at the other, with a powdery found inside. 310 E. McDowell Ave. on Feb. substance Aminsworth also reported a 1, according to the Alturas small hole in the device. No Police Department. wick or wires were observed. Police said officers located a The device was sent for device and a note referencing further evaluation. a possible explosion. A A neighbor told Aminsworth deputy the Modoc Unit-Facebook Cal Firewith Lassen-Modoc he saw a male near her car County Sheriff’s Office, who shortly before midnight Trailer. The ordinance CAL FIRE Lassen Fire Prevention has experience Jan. 31, then walking away They gained essential Modoc Unit, in collaboration from the military, responded quickly through a field past with the Modoc Fire After Safe knowledge on battery safety, to assess the device. the mailboxes near and the strategies, Council and Alturas assessing the situation, evacuation apartment complex. overall fire preparedness, in Elementary School, recently investigators determined The incident is believed addition to learning about led a vital Fire Prevention the device was not capable of to be isolated and targeted, dangers of playing Week program for local the exploding and posed no actual police said. Authorities said fire equipment and students. Focusing on this with threat, though it appeared it there is no indication of an firefighter year’s theme, “Charge into understanding was intended to intimidate ongoing or broader threat to and gear. Fire Safety: Lithium-Ion fitness or the surrounding the vehicle’s This community-focused Batteries inowner. Your Home,” residents
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students received handson training inside the
initiative, shared by the CAL FIRE Lassen Modoc
community. A press release from the Alturas Police Department stated, “Public safety remains the department’s highest priority. Residents are encouraged to be aware but not alarmed.” The department expressed appreciation for the public’s cooperation and understanding during the response. Investigators are asking for the public’s help and are seeking witnesses or anyone with surveillance cameras facing the Garden Apartments parking The Unit, shows the lot. strong timeframe of interest is from commitment to public safety 8 p.m. Jan.ensuring 31 to 8 a.m. Feb. education, younger 1. residents understand Anyone with or critical fire information prevention video footage is encouraged measures. By teaching these to contact the Alturas crucial lessons at an Police early Department at 530-233age, the program helps build 2011. communities Tips can be provided safer through directly officers as and the increasedto awareness investigation continues. preparedness. Residents are encouraged to follow the CAL FIRE Lassen Modoc
Unit on social media for ongoing safety tips and community updates. Now a beloved annual Images from Jami Aminsworth event, the Fire Prevention Week program is something that firefighters, staff,
Submissions can be emailed to info@modocmedia.com. Veterans Day is not only about honoring the past — it’s about recognizing the ongoing contributions of veterans in our said they plan to reopen once neighborhoods, workplaces cleanup is completed and and families. necessary repairs are made.to The guide aims Authorities said alcohol or provide both inspiration drugs were not factors in the and practical resources, accident. local stories of ensuring Modoc Record will release courage and commitment additional information as it are remembered and becomes available. celebrated.
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and students alike look forward to each year— an opportunity to learn, connect, and celebrate the shared responsibility of keeping their community safe.
Vehicle Crashes Into Alturas Thrift Store Veterans Day guide to honor local service members By: Staff Writer
A vehicle crashed through the front window of His & Hers Attic, a local consignment and thrift store at 231 N. Main St., on Saturday, Jan. 31. Shortly after 8 p.m. The vehicle came toVeterans rest insideDay the building. is a time The crash a water for reflection,broke gratitude and main, and This Public Works community. November, crews shut off Modoc responded Record is to preparing the water. guide Authorities said a special dedicated a odor coming to gasoline honoring thewas men and from thewho vehicle. portion women have A served in of Main Street was theSouth nation’s armed forces. temporarily closed, traffic The guide willand feature control while profileswas of established local veterans, crews workedevents, at the scene. community support According and toways first resources for responders, the involved. female residents to get driver, the and sole It will who be was printed occupant of the vehicle, was distributed throughout transported by ambulance to Modoc and Lassen counties. Modoc Medical Stories willCenter. highlight The building sustained resilience, sacrifice and
leadership, while event listings will provide information on parades, ceremonies and other gatherings. Readers will also find details on organizations offering assistance with health care, education and significant damage to the employment, as well as front of the structure, and volunteer opportunities and merchandise and display donation drives. shelves were damaged. Community members are A pet bird that lived in the the invited to help shape store was unharmed and guide. If you or someone was taken home by the store you know has served, owners. Media encourages Modoc Business ownersa James you to submit photo, Foster and andyears Linda Wilson name of service.