A jury found Juan Galeana-Almazan guilty of kidnapping for rape, forcible rape, and sexual battery. He was sentenced by Judge Kimberly Merrifield on July 9, 2026. The case began when Chico police received a 911 call about a woman being raped near McDonald's on East Avenue. Police obtained surveillance footage that led to Galeana-Almazan's arrest.
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Chico Man Sentenced to Life for Rape and Kidnapping
Juan Galeana-Almazan, a Chico man, was convicted of kidnapping, rape, and sexual assault and sentenced to 15 years to life in prison. The conviction followed a six-day trial that included testimony from the vi…
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Key Details
- Location: Butte County, California
- Date/time: November 1, 2025, and July 9, 2026
- Agencies involved: Chico Police Department, Butte County District Attorney's Office, and the Butte County Special Victims Unit
- Status: Convicted and sentenced to 15 years to life in prison
Juan Galeana-Almazan
Judge Kimberly Merrifield
Lindsey Bittner
Mike Ramsey
Chico Police Department
Butte County District Attorney's Office
Butte County Special Victims Unit
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