MT. SHASTA, Calif. – More witnesses are coming forward after a northern California bed and breakfast innkeeper was arrested for allegedly sexually assaulting a female victim.
The Mt. Shasta Police Department said on May 16, a female told police she was sexually assaulted by the host of the MountInn Retreat and Spa on Birch Street.
Two days later, the host was arrested and booked into the Siskiyou County Jail for sexual battery and other charges. He was identified as 73-year-old David Roy Knowles, Sr.
On May 25, police said they searched the bed and breakfast and seized a computer, business records, a cell phone, and other evidence. In addition, more witnesses contacted police after news of the initial arrest broke.
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It is a day to be proud : Sheriff LaRue speaks at Fallen Peace Officers memorial
Siskiyou Daily News
Around the country as part of Police Week, law enforcement agencies are paying tribute to officers who have died while in the line of duty. In Siskiyou County, the Siskiyou County Peace Officers’ Memorial Ceremony event was held in front of the courthouse steps in Yreka Tuesday afternoon. The annual event honors those officers who made the ultimate sacrifice.
“Today was humbling,” said Siskiyou County Sheriff Jeremiah LaRue, who gave the remarks at the event. “As the bagpipes played Amazing Grace, I found myself filled with emotion and proud to be joined by peace officers, family, and friends from all around the county to remember those we have lost.”