Woman arrested with identities, catalytic converters in Newcastle

A woman was arrested Jan. 24 on possession of more than 10 individual identities and several other charges following a report of a suspicious vehicle in Newcastle. The Placer County Sheriff's Office confirmed a citizen reported a vehicle driving through a neighborhood and a deputy located the vehicle parked with the driver inside. According to the 10-day arrest log, the incident occurred at 12:25 a.m. in the 6000 block of Chad Drive. The driver provided the deputy with a false identification, but an investigation identified the individual as Jacqueline Alvarez, 23. According to the Sheriff's Office, a search of Alvarez's vehicle revealed drug paraphernalia, three catalytic converters that appeared to have been freshly cut and several diaries containing the names of more than 10 individuals along with other sensitive information. Alvarez was charged with providing a false identity, possession of more than 10 individual identities, receiving stolen property, possession of paraphernalia and a Stanislaus County warrant. According to the online in-custody report, Alvarez's warrant is for driving or taking a vehicle without consent. Alvarez remains in custody and is ineligible for bail.