On September 18, 2014, Los Banos Police Officer Marcelino Cortez who is assigned to the Merced Multi-Agency Narcotics Task Force served a narcotic search warrant in the 1000 block of Laurelwood Drive in Los Banos.
Police seized crystal methamphetamine and a loaded firearm from the residence. Los Banos Police Detectives assisted in the search and found a red bag marked F.S.S. containing fire equipment at the residence. The property is believed to be stolen and Detectives are trying to identify the owner.
“Stolen property is commonly associated with narcotics investigations. We remain hopeful someone will recognize the property and come forward.”
- Ramon McDonald, Detective
52-year-old male Donovan Robert Rayman was arrested and charged with transportation of a controlled substance, possession of methamphetamine, possession of methamphetamine for sales, and child endangerment. His wife 56-year-old Barbara Rayman was arrested for possession of methamphetamine. Donovan Rayman remains in custody at the Los Banos Police Department Jail Facility in lieu of $180,000.00 bail. Barbara Rayman is out of custody on bail.
A 26-year-old adult relative to the Rayman’s and her 5-year-old boy were contacted at the residence at the time police served the warrant. The 26-year-old female has not been arrested at this time.
Anyone with information regarding this crime or others is encouraged to contact the Los Banos Police Department (209)827-7070, extension “0” or Merced Area Crime Stoppers at 1-855-725-2420.
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