MESA COUNTY, CO — Mesa County deputies made several arrests between October 10 and 12 following separate incidents involving alleged knife threats, arson, child abuse and impaired driving.
Neighbor Dispute Leads to DUI Arrest
On October 10, at approximately 9:15 p.m., Mesa County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to a dispute between neighbors in the 3200 block of Villasur Drive in Clifton.
While speaking with one neighbor, deputies observed a vehicle drive around a patrol vehicle and park. Deputies contacted the driver, identified as James Harris, 48, of Clifton, about the reported verbal disturbance.
During the investigation, deputies learned Harris had a revoked driver’s license and was on probation for two prior DUI convictions. Deputies suspected he was under the influence during their contact.
Harris was arrested and remained uncooperative during transport to the Mesa County Detention Facility, according to the Sheriff’s Office. He was booked on the following charges:
- Driving Under the Influence (Misdemeanor)
- Driving Under Restraint (Traffic Infraction)
Harris was released on October 12 after receiving three $10,000 personal recognizance bonds.
Woman Accused of Stabbing Bedroom Door
On October 11, at approximately 7:30 p.m., deputies responded to a report of felony menacing in progress in the 3200 block of East Hall Court in Clifton.
Deputies detained two adults and removed a child from the scene. They also observed a damaged bedroom door, which they breached to reach an adult victim inside.
Investigators determined that Jaylene Tadolini, 35, of Clifton, had allegedly stabbed the bedroom door with a steak knife and made verbal threats.
Tadolini was arrested and booked into the Mesa County Detention Facility on the following charges:
- Menacing with a Real or Simulated Weapon (Felony 5)
- Reckless Endangerment (Misdemeanor 2)
She was released on October 12 on a $20,000 personal recognizance bond.
Warrant Arrest Leads to Child Abuse Charge
Later on October 11, just before 11:00 p.m., deputies visited a home in the 3100 block of Bunting Avenue in Grand Junction to locate a person with an outstanding warrant.
Sonya Garcia, 33, of Grand Junction, spoke with deputies outside about a warrant for her arrest associated with a burglary charge. Deputies allowed Garcia to arrange care for an infant before taking her into custody without incident.
According to the Sheriff’s Office, deputies found drug paraphernalia associated with fentanyl use in Garcia’s possession. Investigators said Garcia also admitted to knowingly bringing the infant to a home where drugs were used and leaving the child with someone she knew to be a methamphetamine user.
Garcia was booked into the Mesa County Detention Facility on the following charges:
- Possession of Drug Paraphernalia (Petty Offense 2)
- Child Abuse — Knowingly or Recklessly, No Injury (Misdemeanor 2)
- Fugitive from Another Jurisdiction Warrant
She was released on October 12 after receiving two $1,000 personal recognizance bonds.
Arson Investigation Leads to Arrest in Collbran
Deputies arrested Jordan Acord, 34, of Glenwood Springs, on October 12 on a warrant stemming from an October 1 fire in Grand Junction.
Deputies had initially responded to assist the fire department in the 300 block of 31 1/2 Road just before 7:00 p.m. on October 1. A vehicle and motorcycle were fully engulfed in flames when deputies arrived.
According to the Sheriff’s Office, the suspect was known to the owner of the vehicles. Investigators obtained video from the area and secured an arrest warrant.
Acord was located in Collbran and booked into the Mesa County Detention Facility on the following charges:
- Second-Degree Arson (Felony 6)
- Criminal Mischief (Two Counts, Felony 6)
- Third-Degree Criminal Trespass (Petty Offense)
Acord was released on October 13 on a $5,000 personal recognizance bond.
Clifton Domestic Disturbance Results in Arrest
On October 12, at approximately 8:00 p.m., deputies responded to a domestic disturbance in progress in the 400 block of Cougar Run Court in Clifton.
The victim reported broken glass, wet paint and a large knife stabbed into a wall. The victim also reported that the suspect was holding scissors.
Deputies identified the suspect as Myrna Vodopich, 41, of Clifton. She was arrested and booked into the Mesa County Detention Facility on the following charges:
- Menacing with a Real or Simulated Weapon (Felony 5)
- Reckless Endangerment (Misdemeanor 2)
- Criminal Mischief — $300 to $1,000 (Misdemeanor 2)
- Child Abuse — Knowingly or Recklessly, No Injury (Misdemeanor 2)
- Third-Degree Assault (Misdemeanor 1)
- Domestic Violence
Vodopich remained in custody on a $2,500 cash-only bond as of October 13.
The Mesa County Sheriff’s Office reminds residents that domestic disputes can escalate quickly. Anyone experiencing or witnessing domestic violence is urged to seek help and report it by calling 911.