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excerpt from each announcement. Click on the headlines to access accompanying
assets that are available for download. 1.
CHP WELCOMES
SEASONED LEADERS TO THE EXECUTIVE TEAM California Highway
Patrol (CHP) Commissioner Sean Duryee announced his appointment of the
Department’s new Deputy Commissioner Ezery Beauchamp and Assistant
Commissioner Rodney Ellison. Deputy Commissioner Beauchamp brings more than
23 years of law enforcement experience while Assistant Commissioner Ellison
brings more than 29 years of law enforcement experience to the executive
management team. 2.
CHP INVESTIGATION
LEADS TO ARRESTS The Kern County Auto
Theft Task Force (KernCATT) was promptly dispatched following a vehicle theft
incident in Bakersfield, California. The stolen vehicle was swiftly located
by our dedicated investigators, leading to the further discovery of a Chop
Shop. Consequently, Israel Cruz, 39, and Edgar Gonzalez, 38, have been
apprehended in connection with the crime. KernCATT, composed of detectives
from the California Highway Patrol, Bakersfield Police Department, and the Kern
County Sheriff's Office, relentlessly aims to decrease vehicle theft and
related crimes within Kern County through rigorous enforcement and
educational interventions. 3.
CHP K-9
UNCOVERS 70 POUNDS OF CRYSTAL METHAMPHETAMINE A CHP officer from
the Hollister-Gilroy area office conducted an enforcement stop on a pickup
truck for a traffic violation. During the interaction, the officer observed
numerous indicators suggestive of criminal activity by the driver who was
discovered to be unlicensed. An exterior inspection of the vehicle by K9 Rudi
was conducted, resulting in the discovery of approximately 70 pounds of
crystal methamphetamine. 4.
“TIRE-IFFIC” ROADSIDE
ASSISTANCE BY CHP
While on duty,
Captain Tony Dominguez of the CHP Merced Area encountered a stranded
international group of tourists along State Route 99. This Germany family was
on their way to Bishop with a plan to visit the iconic Yellowstone National
Park. Unfortunately, a flat tire interrupted their journey. Owing to his
commitment to service, Captain Dominguez intervened without hesitation. He
supported them by changing the tire and ensuring their travel across resumed
smoothly. At CHP, our dedication lies in delivering exemplary levels of
safety, service, and security to all, irrespective of their origin. 5.
CHP
SAVES LIFE OF UNRESPONSIVE CHILD AND ATTENDS THEIR FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL On November 21, 2021,
an unfortunate incident occurred where an infant unexpectedly stopped
breathing. Swiftly, the parents called 911 and while driving to the hospital,
spotted CHP El Cajon Area’s Officer Ketchum in his patrol vehicle. Officer
Ketchum initiated life-saving procedures and the infant began breathing again.
The infant was transported to the hospital and thankfully made a full
recovery. The child’s father has maintained regular communication with
Officer Ketchum throughout the past three years. Recently, he informed
Officer Ketchum that the child was about to start preschool. Officer Ketchum
reunited with the family and was on hand the day the child walked in for his
first day of school. The mission of the CHP is to provide the highest level of
Safety, Service, and Security. | 
