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Fentanyl Dealer Acquitted of Murder, Convicted on Six Felonies; Sentencing Set for Sept. 28

A Napa County jury cleared Alan Jazeel Martinez of murder in the 2022 fentanyl death of 17-year-old Monica Flores but convicted him of six felony fentanyl offenses after a three and a half week trial.

Rico Alvarez, Public Safety reporter · September 26, 2026

Sheriff Seeks More Victims in Napa Burglary Case

Detectives say a 44-year-old Napa man entered unlocked homes and pawned jewelry, with thefts possibly dating to 2024.

Rico Alvarez, Public Safety reporter · September 23, 2026

Felony Charges Filed in 2025 Pickett Fire

Prosecutors say a winery contractor admitted dumping hot ashes that sparked the 6,820-acre blaze near Calistoga.

Rico Alvarez, Public Safety reporter · September 20, 2026