Town of Windsor Police Department, CA

06/11/2026

🎶 Heading to the Thursday Night Concerts on the Windsor Town Green? 🎶

We’re excited to see everyone out enjoying the summer concert series! Before you arrive, please remember:

🚗 Parking is limited around the Town Green. Plan ahead, allow extra time to find parking, and consider carpooling when possible. Consider taking the SMART train or parking at Windsor High School and taking the shuttle.

⚠️ Park legally and responsibly. Vehicles parked in red zones, blocking driveways, fire lanes, intersections, sidewalks, or otherwise violating parking regulations may be cited and/or towed.

✅ Arrive early
✅ Follow all posted parking signs
✅ Be courteous to residents and businesses

Please help us keep the event safe and enjoyable for everyone. We hope to see you out there!

06/10/2026

06/09/2026

Red Flag Warning Issued for North Bay Interior Mountains; Potential PG&E Power Shutoffs May Affect Portions of Sonoma County. What is a Red Flag Warning?

A Red Flag Warning is the National Weather Service’s highest fire weather alert. It is issued when weather conditions are favorable for the rapid growth and spread of wildfires.

For this event, forecasters are expecting strong winds, very low humidity, and dry vegetation in the warning area. These conditions can cause fires to start easily and spread quickly.

06/04/2026

Walmart Foot Pursuit Leads to Recovery of Concealed Butcher Knife and Juvenile Arrest

On Thursday, June 4, 2026, at approximately 9:43 a.m., Windsor Police deputies conducted a consensual encounter with two juveniles in the Walmart parking lot at 6650 Hembree Lane after observing one of the juveniles acting suspiciously.

The juvenile advised that he was on active misdemeanor probation. While awaiting a records check, the juvenile began displaying nervous behavior and repeatedly pulling down his sweatshirt. When asked if he was in possession of a firearm, he denied it. A deputy then directed him to lift the front of his shirt, revealing the hilt of a large knife concealed in his waistband. The juvenile immediately fled on foot.

A lengthy foot pursuit ensued throughout the Walmart and Home Depot parking lots. During the pursuit, the juvenile disregarded multiple commands to stop. Deputies heard the sound of metal hitting concrete near a shopping cart return kiosk. The juvenile ran north around a loading dock area, then south back toward Walmart, entering the store's east entrance. Inside the store, the juvenile attempted to flee again by jumping over a row of shopping carts before a deputy confronted him.

The juvenile complied and was taken into custody without further incident. A large 8-inch-bladed Cuisinart butcher knife, which had been discarded during the pursuit, was later recovered by a Walmart employee and booked into evidence.
The juvenile was arrested and transported to the Los Guilicos Juvenile Justice Center for Violation of Probation, Possession of a Concealed Dirk or Dagger, and Resisting/Obstructing a Peace Officer.

One deputy sustained minor injuries during the pursuit. The second juvenile was briefly detained but released after it was determined he was not involved in the crime.

The Windsor Police Department thanks the public for their vigilance and encourages anyone who observes suspicious activity to contact law enforcement immediately.

Prepared by Sergeant Jason Little
Case Number: WI260604001

06/03/2026

Windsor Police Arrest Driver for DUI and Child Endangerment During DUI Saturation Patrol

The Windsor Police Department arrested Erica Castellanos Magana on charges of driving under the influence and child endangerment following a traffic stop conducted late in the evening of May 30, 2026.

At approximately 11:00 p.m., a Windsor Police Department deputy observed a white Honda Accord traveling at a high rate of speed in the area of Windsor Road and Windsor River Road. A radar check indicated the vehicle was traveling 47 mph in a posted 30 mph zone.

The deputy initiated a traffic stop and, during contact with the driver, observed signs consistent with alcohol impairment, including bloodshot and watery eyes, slurred speech, and the odor of an alcoholic beverage. The driver admitted to consuming alcoholic beverages earlier in the day.

A DUI investigation was conducted, and based on the results, Castellanos Magana was arrested for driving under the influence.

Deputies determined that four juveniles, ranging in age from 9 to 12 years old, were passengers in the vehicle at the time of the stop. The juveniles were released to a responsible adult at the scene.

Castellanos Magana was subsequently booked into the Sonoma County Jail on the following charges:

• 23152(a) – Driving Under the Influence
• 273a(b) – Child Endangerment

This enforcement action occurred during a DUI Saturation Patrol conducted by the Windsor Police Department. The operation was funded by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and focused on identifying and removing impaired drivers from local roadways.

The Windsor Police Department reminds motorists that impaired driving places everyone on the road at risk. Drivers who choose to consume alcohol should arrange for a sober ride home, use a rideshare service, or designate a sober driver.

Case Number: WI260530004

05/16/2026

May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month

The Town of Windsor Police Department is reminding
drivers to always look twice for motorcycles. With the arrival of warmer weather, more motorcycles are taking to the roads, making it essential for everyone to stay alert to help reduce crashes and save lives.

05/14/2026

This week, the Windsor Police Department joins law enforcement agencies across the nation in observing National Police Week and Peace Officers Memorial Week. We pause to honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty. Their courage, dedication and commitment to protecting others will never be forgotten.

We would also like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the Shiloh Cemetery for once again going above and beyond to honor Sonoma County Sheriff's Office Deputy Merrit Deeds who was killed in the line of duty in 1975.

May we always remember the fallen, support those who continue to serve, and keep their families in our thoughts not only this week, but every day.

05/13/2026

Windsor Deputy Arrests subject for Narcotics Sales:

On Tuesday, May 12th, 2026, Windsor Deputies were called to investigate a theft which had occurred at the Home Depot. While investigating the crime, a Windsor Deputy located the alleged suspect in front of the Grocery Outlet located at 6400 Hembree Ln.

During the contact the Deputy immediately saw the suspect Dylan Basler (26) in possession of the stolen item, and he later admitted to taking it. During the investigation the Deputy noticed drug paraphernalia inside the vehicle associated with Basler. Deputies conducted a thorough search of the vehicle and located approximately 15 individually packaged tinfoil pouches. Each pouch contained suspected fentanyl. In addition to the suspected fentanyl, scales, and other packaging material associated with drug sales were located.

Basler was transported and booked at the Main Adult Detention Center on the following charges:

494(a) PC- Possession of stolen property
484(a) PC- petty theft
11351 HS- Possession of narcotics for sale
Windsor PD Case Number: WI260512-005

Prepared by:
Sgt. Jason Little
Windsor Police Department

05/05/2026

The Town of Windsor Police Department encourages the public to celebrate Cinco de Mayo responsibly by planning ahead and designating a sober driver.

“Don’t put yourself and others on the road at risk by driving impaired,” Chief Greg Piccinini said. “If you’re planning to celebrate with a drink or two, leave your keys at home and designate a sober driver.”

The Town of Windsor Police Department wants to remind the community that alcohol is not the only substance that can cause impairment. Prescription drugs, over-the-counter medications, cannabis products and other drugs may also cause impairment. If you plan on drinking or taking medications with a driving warning label, let someone who is sober drive. If you see someone who appears to be driving while impaired, call 9-1-1.

05/03/2026

May is National Bicycle Safety Month

From children riding to school to older adults staying active and healthy, bicycling is both a pastime and a mode of transportation for thousands of Californians. May is National Bicycle Safety Month and the Town of Windsor Police Department is urging everyone to be alert to keep bicyclists safe.

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, there were 1,166 people killed while riding a bike on U.S. roads in 2023, and an estimated 49,489 bicyclists were injured. In California, there were 145 bicyclists killed in motor vehicle traffic crashes in 2023.