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El Dorado County Arrests: Child Abuse, Pursuit, DUI

A felony child-abuse arrest in South Lake Tahoe and a high-speed evasion case headline the Aug. 10 booking log

Cris Alarcon by Cris Alarcon
August 11, 2026
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El Dorado County Sheriff Arrests

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🚨 MOST SERIOUS ARRESTS SPOTLIGHT

Child Abuse Arrest Rocks Lake Tahoe Boulevard

Kaelin Ippolito was arrested by South Lake Tahoe police at 1888 Lake Tahoe Boulevard on suspicion of felony child abuse involving possible great bodily injury or death, along with a misdemeanor charge alleging a child’s health was endangered; bail was set at $60,000.

Pony Express Pursuit Ends With Felony Charges

Dakota Jake Duffin was arrested by El Dorado County sheriff’s deputies at 6498 Pony Express on felony charges alleging violation of post-release community supervision and evading a peace officer with wanton disregard for safety; bail was set at $75,000.

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Court Arrest on Domestic-Violence Felony

Kenneth Ray Shaw was arrested at the El Dorado County Court on a felony allegation of inflicting corporal injury on a spouse, cohabitant or dating partner; bail was listed at $0.

Redhawk Parkway Weapon Case

Matthew Santiago Romero was arrested by South Lake Tahoe police on Redhawk Parkway on a felony charge involving the manufacture, sale or related handling of a prohibited leaded cane, along with a misdemeanor paraphernalia charge; bail was set at $10,000.

Felony Failure to Appear Lands Arrest

Alexander Jacob Opdyke was arrested by South Lake Tahoe police on Redhawk Parkway for allegedly failing to appear on a felony charge; bail was set at $15,000.

[PART 3: THE LOCAL AREA WRAP-UP]

Placerville

Kristyna Marie Cable was arrested at 817 High St. in Placerville on a felony probation-violation allegation involving rearrest or revocation.
She remained in custody with bail listed at $0.

West Placerville

Kirtus Steven Sims was arrested at 2091 West La Loma Drive on a felony probation-violation allegation involving rearrest or revocation.
Sims remained in custody with bail listed at $0.

El Dorado County

Justin Gordon King was arrested at 1858 Narragansett on suspicion of violating a domestic-violence court order, a misdemeanor charge carrying $25,000 bail.
The arrest was made by the El Dorado County Sheriff’s Office.

South Lake Tahoe / Redhawk Parkway

Romero and Opdyke were both taken into custody on Redhawk Parkway, with Romero facing the felony weapons-related charge and Opdyke facing felony failure to appear.
Matthew C. McNealy was later arrested by the California Highway Patrol at Forni at Lohi on suspicion of driving under the influence of drugs, a misdemeanor charge.

 

(INEDC) EDSO Sheriff ARRESTS Blotter EL DORADO COUNTY, CALIFORNIA Aug 10 2026

ARRESTS

Ippolito, Kaelin
Booking Number: 137742
Booking Date: 8/10/2026 12:00 AM
Status: In Custody
Original Arresting Agency: SLTPD
Original Arrest Date: 8/10/2026 2:23 AM
Original Arrest Location: 1888 Lake Tahoe Boulevard
Total Bail: $60000.00
Charge(s):
1 273(a)(b) PC Having care and custody of child – endangered health of child Misdemeanor SLTPD 8/10/2026 2:23 AM 1888 Lake Tahoe Boulevard $10000.00
1 273A(A) PC Child abuse w/poss gbi/dth – Simple (F) Felony SLTPD 8/10/2026 2:23 AM 1888 Lake Tahoe Boulevard $50000.00

Cable, Kristyna Marie
Booking Number: 137743
Booking Date: 8/10/2026 12:00 AM
Status: In Custody
Original Arresting Agency: EDCP
Original Arrest Date: 8/10/2026 9:27 AM
Original Arrest Location: 817 High St, Placerville, Ca
Total Bail: $0.00
Charge(s):
1 1203.2(A) PC Probation violation:rearrest/revoke (F) Felony EDCP 8/10/2026 9:27 AM 817 High St, Placerville, Ca $0.00

Shaw, Kenneth Ray
Booking Number: 137744
Booking Date: 8/10/2026 12:00 AM
Status: In Custody
Original Arresting Agency: CCEDSO
Original Arrest Date: 8/10/2026 11:00 AM
Original Arrest Location: El Dorado County Court
Total Bail: $0.00
Charge(s):
1 273.5(A) PC Inflict corporal injury on spouse/cohabitant/datng relatnshp – Simple (F) Felony CCEDSO 8/10/2026 11:00 AM El Dorado County Court $0.00

Sims, Kirtus Steven
Booking Number: 137745
Booking Date: 8/10/2026 12:00 AM
Status: In Custody
Original Arresting Agency: EDCP
Original Arrest Date: 8/10/2026 11:49 AM
Original Arrest Location: 2091 West La Loma Drive
Total Bail: $0.00
Charge(s):
1 1203.2(A) PC Probation violation:rearrest/revoke (F) Felony EDCP 8/10/2026 11:49 AM 2091 West La Loma Drive $0.00

King, Justin Gordon
Booking Number: 137748
Booking Date: 8/10/2026 12:00 AM
Status: In Custody
Original Arresting Agency: EDSO
Original Arrest Date: 8/10/2026 1:24 PM
Original Arrest Location: 1858 Narragansett
Total Bail: $25000.00
Charge(s):
1 273.6(A) PC Viol crt ord dom violence (M) Misdemeanor EDSO 8/10/2026 1:24 PM 1858 Narragansett $25000.00

Romero, Matthew Santiago
Booking Number: 137749
Booking Date: 8/10/2026 12:00 AM
Status: In Custody
Original Arresting Agency: SSMIPD
Original Arrest Date: 8/10/2026 2:20 PM
Original Arrest Location: Redhawk Parkway
Total Bail: $10000.00
Charge(s):
1 11364(A) HS Possess unlawful paraphernalia (M) Misdemeanor SSMIPD 8/10/2026 2:20 PM Redhawk Parkway $0.00
1 22210 PC Mfg/sale/etc leaded cane (F) Felony SSMIPD 8/10/2026 2:20 PM Redhawk Parkway $10000.00

Opdyke, Alexander Jacob
Booking Number: 137750
Booking Date: 8/10/2026 12:00 AM
Status: In Custody
Original Arresting Agency: SSMIPD
Original Arrest Date: 8/10/2026 4:44 PM
Original Arrest Location: Redhawk Parkway
Total Bail: $15000.00
Charge(s):
1 1320(B) PC Failure to appear on felony charge (F) Felony SSMIPD 8/10/2026 4:44 PM Redhawk Parkway $15000.00

Duffin, Dakota Jake
Booking Number: 137751
Booking Date: 8/10/2026 12:00 AM
Status: In Custody
Original Arresting Agency: EDSO
Original Arrest Date: 8/10/2026 6:01 PM
Original Arrest Location: 6498 Pony Express
Total Bail: $75000.00
Charge(s):
1 3455 PC Violation of Post Release Community Supervision Felony EDSO 8/10/2026 6:01 PM 6498 Pony Express $0.00
1 2800.2(A) VC Evade peace officer with wanton disregard for safety (F) Felony EDSO 8/10/2026 6:01 PM 6498 Pony Express $75000.00

Mcnealy, Nathan C
Booking Number: 137752
Booking Date: 8/10/2026 12:00 AM
Status: In Custody
Original Arresting Agency: CHP
Original Arrest Date: 8/10/2026 8:45 PM
Original Arrest Location: Forni @ Lohi
Total Bail: $0.00
Charge(s):
1 23152(F) VC Dui any drug (M) Misdemeanor CHP 8/10/2026 8:45 PM Forni @ Lohi $0.00

 

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All individuals accused of a crime are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. The information here is classified by law as public information.

 

Cris Alarcon

Cris Alarcon

Former Member: Executive Board of Directors, Treasurer, Boys & Girl Club of El Dorado County Western Slope. - Former Member: Board of Directors, Treasurer, Food Bank of El Dorado County. - Opening Team Dealer at Red Hawk Casino - Retried EDC Elections Department Inspector. - 2008 Chairman of El Dorado County Charter Review Committee, Youngest Charter Member of the Hangtown Kennel Club. - Political Strategist and Campaign Manager.

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The filing centers on California’s Carrier of Last Resort rules, which require designated providers to make basic communications service available throughout their service territories. For rural counties such as El Dorado County, the debate carries significant implications for emergency communications, wildfire preparedness and access to reliable voice service. Coalition members argue that California—not federal regulators alone—should retain the authority to ensure residents continue receiving dependable communications services. Main Article Body PLACERVILLE, Calif. — A broad coalition of California organizations is asking the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to reject an AT&T petition that opponents say would weaken the state’s ability to guarantee reliable telephone service, particularly in rural communities where dependable communications remain critical during emergencies. The coalition, led by the Rural County Representatives of California (RCRC), filed comments with the FCC opposing AT&T’s request for federal preemption of California’s Carrier of Last Resort (COLR) requirements. Those rules require designated telecommunications providers to offer basic voice service to customers throughout their assigned service areas. For El Dorado County residents, the issue extends beyond traditional landline phones. Many foothill and mountain communities continue to experience limited cellular coverage, frequent Public Safety Power Shutoffs, severe winter storms and wildfire-related outages. During those events, reliable voice communications can become a lifeline for residents seeking emergency assistance, contacting family members or receiving evacuation information. According to the California Public Utilities Commission, Carrier of Last Resort obligations are technology-neutral. 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In filings before both the FCC and federal court, the California Public Utilities Commission contends that modern communications networks are important but must not come at the expense of vulnerable residents who continue relying on dependable voice service. The agency has argued that AT&T has not demonstrated that every affected customer would have an equivalent replacement service available. The issue carries particular significance across El Dorado County. While communities such as El Dorado Hills and Cameron Park generally enjoy multiple communications options, residents in more remote areas—including portions of Georgetown, Grizzly Flats, Somerset, Pollock Pines and the Crystal Basin region—often face limited wireless coverage due to rugged terrain and forested landscapes. During wildfire evacuations or prolonged power outages, communications resilience becomes a matter of public safety. RCRC, which represents 40 rural California counties, argues that weakening California’s authority could disproportionately affect residents living in those communities. The organization says local governments have a strong interest in ensuring communications infrastructure remains reliable for emergency response, economic activity and access to essential services. The FCC has not yet issued a final decision on AT&T’s petition. The outcome could influence how California regulates universal telephone service as the telecommunications industry continues transitioning away from legacy copper networks toward fiber and wireless technologies. For El Dorado County residents, local officials and emergency managers will likely continue monitoring the proceeding closely, given the county’s recurring wildfire risk, mountainous terrain and ongoing reliance on dependable communications during disasters. 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Providers may use fiber, wireless or Voice over Internet Protocol technologies, provided they continue delivering reliable basic communications service that meets state standards. The coalition argues that AT&T’s petition asks the FCC to override California’s authority to enforce those protections. “California’s Carrier of Last Resort requirements remain essential to ensuring reliable communications services for all residents,” the coalition stated in its filing, arguing that federal regulators lack the authority to invalidate the state’s consumer protections. AT&T has argued that maintaining its aging copper telephone network costs approximately $1 billion annually in California while serving only a small percentage of customers. The company says newer technologies—including fiber and wireless services—can provide faster and more reliable communications in many areas. California regulators disagree that modernization alone justifies ending existing obligations. In filings before both the FCC and federal court, the California Public Utilities Commission contends that modern communications networks are important but must not come at the expense of vulnerable residents who continue relying on dependable voice service. The agency has argued that AT&T has not demonstrated that every affected customer would have an equivalent replacement service available. The issue carries particular significance across El Dorado County. While communities such as El Dorado Hills and Cameron Park generally enjoy multiple communications options, residents in more remote areas—including portions of Georgetown, Grizzly Flats, Somerset, Pollock Pines and the Crystal Basin region—often face limited wireless coverage due to rugged terrain and forested landscapes. During wildfire evacuations or prolonged power outages, communications resilience becomes a matter of public safety. RCRC, which represents 40 rural California counties, argues that weakening California’s authority could disproportionately affect residents living in those communities. The organization says local governments have a strong interest in ensuring communications infrastructure remains reliable for emergency response, economic activity and access to essential services. The FCC has not yet issued a final decision on AT&T’s petition. The outcome could influence how California regulates universal telephone service as the telecommunications industry continues transitioning away from legacy copper networks toward fiber and wireless technologies. For El Dorado County residents, local officials and emergency managers will likely continue monitoring the proceeding closely, given the county’s recurring wildfire risk, mountainous terrain and ongoing reliance on dependable communications during disasters. 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