06-03-2025
Arrest made in the illegal petroleum dumping near the Smith Canal Waterway
An arrest was made in the September 2024 illegal petroleum dumping case that impacted the Smiths Canal Waterway in Stockton.
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The California Department of Fish and Wildlife's Law Enforcement Division and the Stockton Police Department said David Sump was arrested and arraigned on charges for his role in dumping around 280 gallons of waste oil into the waterway and surrounding environment on September 28, 2024.
The San Joaquin County District Attorney's Office filed felony charges, including destruction of public property and disposal of hazardous waste.
They said the suspect is also facing two misdemeanor charges.
Agency officials spoke to multiple witnesses and received a multitude of tips, helping them find the suspect.
'Invaluable information was gained from these tips, ultimately providing our investigating officers with enough information to request an arrest warrant,' said CDFW Chief of Law Enforcement Nathaniel Arnold. 'The CalTip Program has again proven to be a crucial tool in protecting public safety and our natural resources.'
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