The Gridley Police Department and the Butte County District Attorney's Office conducted an investigation into allegations of sexual assault against Bassett. The investigation started after GPD received information alleging that Bassett had repeatedly sexually abused a minor foreign exchange student who had been living in his home. Bassett was booked on July 9, 2026, and the investigation is still ongoing.
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Former Biggs Mayor Arrested on Child Sexual Assault Charges
Robert 'Brian' Bassett, 58, was arrested on July 9, 2026, on three felony sexual assault charges involving a juvenile foreign exchange student.
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Key Details
- Location: Biggs
- Date/time: July 9, 2026
- Agencies involved: Gridley Police Department, Butte County District Attorney's Office
- Status: Under investigation, booked on felony charges
- Public impact: Investigation ongoing, anyone with information encouraged to contact authorities
Robert 'Brian' Bassett
Lieutenant Jason Garringer
Officer Emma Warren
Gridley Police Department
Butte County District Attorney's Office
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