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The Modoc County Vol. 132, No. 12
RECORD Alturas, California
June 20, 2024
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High-Speed Chase on Highway 395 Ends in Arrest What should of been just a mechanical stop for a tail light ended up being a high speed chase A high-speed chase on Highway 395 Tuesday night, June 11th, resulted in the arrest of two individuals from Eugene, Oregon, after their stolen vehicle was stopped in Alturas, CA. A deputy observed a vehicle with a tail light out around 11:30 p.m. in Likely and attempted to stop them. The vehicle, driven by Sebastian Bakari Vivens, 34, refused to stop and exceeded high speeds and turned onto a dirt side road in Likely before heading back towards Alturas in hopes of losing the deputy. The deputy found the vehicle had turned around and called in back up from a sergeant who deployed spike strips north of Jones Lane in Alturas to stop the vehicle. Modoc County Sheriff Tex Dowdy stated, “during the chase, speeds exceeded 100 miles per hour.” With how fast Vivens was going, once they had hit the spike strip the car only made it 200 yards before venturing right off the road. The passenger, Arrianna Jaide Davis, 30, remained in the vehicle and was taken into custody. Vivens fled the scene immediately after the crash and fled into dark scenery. Once they had successfully stopped the vehicle, police found out the extent of Vivens and Davis’ criminal history. The California Highway Patrol was then alerted and a helicopter out of Redding assisted in the pursuit as well as additional law enforcement were brought in for search and rescue operations. An alert was issued to the public to be aware of the suspect. Due to the amount of ammunition in the vehicle police believed the suspect may have been armed. The search went through the night until Vivens walked to the highway and surrendered near the crash site around 5:34 a.m. many hours later, visibly soaking wet. He exhibited signs of hypothermia and was subsequently treated and booked into the county jail. Authorities confirmed the vehicle, a 2005 Acura, was reported stolen from Eugene on June 9. Both individuals have a criminal history, with Vivens known for weapon violations and other offenses. Davis is believed to have stolen the vehicle, according to the Eugene Police Department. According to the owner of the Acura he had met with a woman to test drive the Acura vehicle but when the woman took the vehicle for a test drive she never returned. Vivens was arrested for possession of a stolen vehicle, receiving stolen property, evading, felon in possession of a (prohibited) firearm, prohibited person in possession of ammunition, possession of a controlled substance and possession of drug paraphernalia. Davis was also charged with possession of a stolen vehicle, receiving stolen property, and possession of drug paraphernalia. This incident demonstrates the continued efforts of law enforcement to apprehend individuals involved in criminal activities and ensure our public safety.
Gift of Fear nominated for multiple awards in Crown Point International Film Festival Rick and Jane Holloway, former owners of the Modoc Record, had sponsored the movie “Gift of Fear” by Katy Dore and Jack Kohler. Starring Justin Johnson Cortez Michael Horse, Laura Vallejo, and Isa Antonetti. The film has now garnered nominations in four categories at the Crown Point International Film Festival: Best
Feature Film, Best Score, Best Actor, and Best Supporting Actress. Laura Vallejo won the award for Best Supporting Actress. Giftoffearmovie. com explains the movie’s storyline Mili watched in horror as her mother was murdered 11 years ago, becoming another Missing and Murdered Indigenous statistic. Now 17, Mili’s former crew kidnaps
her girlfriend after Mili chooses her MMA team over the gang. Tribal cops and a Federal Missing and Murdered Unit agent are on the case, but Mili waited for the authorities once … she won’t wait this time.” We strongly encourage everyone to take the time to watch it. It is available now on PBS.
Van Fire Incident Near Bowman Rd. Prompts Investigation A van fire occurring Tuesday afternoon on Hwy 395 towards Lakeview has sparked an investigation into its cause. Authorities report the fire started while the vehicle was in operation west of Bowman Rd. Two individuals were inside the van at the time, with one passenger sustaining
burns that necessitated medical attention. According to initial findings, the fire did not last long and was extinguished before law enforcement arrived on the scene. Despite the incident, the van remained operational and was able to be driven away. The exact cause of the fire
has yet to be determined. It is not believed to be a mechanical error to the van. Officials believe the occupants were residents from a coastal area. Further details regarding the circumstances of the incident are pending as the investigation continues.
Sebastian after he was found seeking medical attention Photo by Modoc County Sheriff’s Office
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