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Corning man arrested after Rancho Tehama search turns up marijuana and seven firearms
Tehama County investigators reported finding about 360 pounds of marijuana, seven firearms and equipment associated with cockfighting during a search near Corning.
A Corning man was arrested Wednesday, November 4th, after investigators reported finding about 360 pounds of marijuana, seven firearms and equipment associated with cockfighting at a Rancho Tehama home.
The Tehama County Sheriff’s Office said its Major Crimes Unit served a search warrant in the 16200 block of Rainbow Court near Corning after a two month investigation into suspected illegal marijuana cultivation.
Investigators said they found evidence that more than 300 marijuana plants had been grown on the property. Eighty plants remained when the warrant was served. The rest had been harvested, and investigators reported finding about 360 pounds of marijuana in various stages of drying, trimming and packaging.
The Sheriff’s Office said investigators found three firearms it described as AR style assault weapons, along with two shotguns and two handguns. They also reported finding blades and spurs commonly associated with cockfighting.
David Huerta Valdovinos, 44, of Corning, was booked into the Tehama County Jail on suspicion of marijuana cultivation, possession of marijuana for sale, possession of an assault weapon and possession of fighting bird equipment.
The Sheriff’s Office said the investigation is ongoing and investigators expect additional arrests. Anyone with information can contact the Major Crimes Unit at 530-529-7920.