Visalia police say couple stole mail, drugs found
A couple is responsible for stealing mail and identities across Visalia, according to property crimes detectives tasked with linking the duo to the crimes.
Around 12:20 a.m. Wednesday, a traffic stop was made on a vehicle near Ben Maddox Way and Noble Avenue. Eric Montandon, 44, was driving the vehicle and inside officers said they discovered stolen property.
The investigation then took police to a rented room at the Relax Inn on Mineral King Avenue where Jessica Miller, 39, was staying.
Officers searched the room to help build a case against Montandon.
Police officers found more stolen property inside the room including stolen mail, drugs, and evidence of identity theft. Property Crimes detectives were called to the scene and took over the investigation.