DATE/TIME: October 12, 2021 / 4:08 p.m.
INCIDENT: PC 273 a (a) – Child Endangerment/Cruelty
LOCATION: Big River, CA
SUSPECT(S): Norman Misaique, 37-year-old resident of Big River, CA
Ann Jorgensen, 37-year-old resident of Big River, CA
VICTIM(S): Confidential
SUMMARY: On Tuesday, October 12, 2021, at approximately 4:08 p.m., deputies from the Colorado River Station conducted a Child Protective Services investigation at a residence in Big River, CA. Upon arrival at the residence, deputies discovered unhealthy living conditions with approximately 15-20 dogs living inside of the residence, insect activity, and rooms of the home in severe disrepair.
Through interviews, it was revealed a 12-year-old victim with special needs had been subjected to severe punishment on numerous occasions.
As a result of the investigation, Norman Misaique and Ann Jorgensen were arrested for PC 273 a (a) – Child Endangerment/Cruelty. Both suspects were booked into the Colorado River Station jail, where they are being held in lieu of $100,000 bail.
The 12-year-old victim and two other children in the home were removed and placed into the care of Children and Family Services.
Anyone with information regarding this incident is urged to contact Deputy J. Deruiter of the Colorado River Station/Needles Police Department at (760) 326-9200. Callers wishing to remain anonymous may contact the We-Tip Hotline at 1-800-78CRIME (27463), or may leave information on the We-Tip website at www.wetip.com.
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Refer: Deputy J. Deruiter
Station: Colorado River Station/Needles Police Department
Phone No. 760-326-9200
Case No. 102100543
SHANNON D. DICUS, Sheriff-Coroner
San Bernardino County Sheriff-Coroner Department
