Family Tragedy in Placer County: Man Arrested After Mother and Brother Found Dead in Home Standoff

Auburn, CA – Tragedy struck a quiet California community earlier this week when two individuals were found dead in an Auburn home, sparking a police standoff that ended with the arrest of a family member. On Monday, law enforcement officers responded to a distress call from a residence on Oak Leaf Way. After a tense … Read more

Lightning Strike Causes Mobile Home Explosion in Placer County, Sheriff’s Office Confirms

Placer County, California – Lightning struck a mobile home in Placer County, causing a dramatic explosion at Castle City Mobile Home Park in the town of Newcastle. The incident, which occurred on Saturday night, led to a total loss of the home, according to local authorities. Fortunately, the sole occupant inside the mobile home managed … Read more

Tinder Killer Sentenced to 71 Years for Murder and Torture in Placer County

PLACER COUNTY, Calif. – Damon Allen Benson has been sentenced to 71 years in prison in Placer County for his involvement in a chilling murder and torture case. The Placer County District Attorney’s Office confirmed the sentencing. Benson, 31, also known as the “Tinder killer” in local media, was found guilty of murder, aggravated mayhem, … Read more