September 6, 2025 – Madera County Sheriff's Office officials report that on Friday morning, K9 Deputy Eliza Hernandez responded to a suspicious vehicle parked on the 28000 block of Cholla Avenue. The driver, 38-year-old John Bartollome, appeared to be under the influence and became combative when contacted.

With support from additional deputies and the CHP, Deputy Hernandez safely detained Bartollome following a brief struggle.

Her K9, Canelo, was then deployed and alerted to narcotics inside the vehicle. A search of it resulted in the discovery of suspected methamphetamine and drug paraphernalia.

Bartollome was booked into Madera County Jail on multiple charges, including resisting arrest.

Source & photos: Madera County Sheriff's Office