Incident Overview
On March 16, 2025, Deputy Micah Scheibe was involved in a single-vehicle accident on Deschutes Road near Grand Estates Drive in Palo Cedro, California. The incident occurred at approximately 3:15 a.m., when Scheibe's pickup truck collided with a tree and a fence. Upon arrival, authorities found Scheibe lying on the ground near his vehicle. There were no passengers in the truck at the time of the crash. A witness confirmed observing Scheibe exiting from the driver's side of the vehicle. The circumstances surrounding the crash are under investigation, as law enforcement seeks to determine the factors contributing to the accident.
Charges and Investigation
Incident Overview
- Individual Involved: Deputy Micah Scheibe
- Charges: Misdemeanor DUI
- Incident Date: March 16, 2025
- Location: Shasta County Superior Court
- Blood-Alcohol Level: 0.15% (nearly double the legal limit)
- Arraignment Date: July 18, 2025
Investigation Details
- Investigating Agency: California Highway Patrol
- Initial Observations: Officers detected the smell of alcohol at the scene.
- Complicating Factor: Scheibe sustained a jaw injury, preventing him from providing an immediate statement.
- Evidence Collection: Blood samples were taken two hours post-crash to determine blood-alcohol level. Specific results have not been disclosed publicly.
Employment Status and Internal Review
- Current Employment: Scheibe remains employed by the sheriff's office.
- Internal Investigation: An internal review is underway to assess:
- Any violations of departmental policies
- Appropriate disciplinary actions based on the findings
This structured overview provides a clear snapshot of the charges, investigation, and subsequent actions related to Deputy Micah Scheibe's DUI incident.
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