By Sara Beth Williams–
Two men with outstanding felony warrants were taken into custody on Thursday by Citrus Heights Police after a foot pursuit, police said.
According to a social media post by the Citrus Heights Police Department, the incident began when several patrol officers spotted the men loitering near the shopping center. The officers recognized both individuals, identified as 30-year-old Cody Holtsman and 34-year-old Clyde Holtsman, as having active felony warrants. As the officers approached, both suspects fled on foot.
One suspect was quickly apprehended, while the second prompted a broader search effort. The department stated that multiple perimeter announcements were made by a helicopter to alert nearby residents. The search was supported by the Sacramento County Sheriff’s Office and several community members who called in sightings of the fleeing suspect.
Roughly 30 minutes after the initial encounter, the second man was found within the search perimeter and taken into custody. Both men are currently on Sacramento County probation and were wanted on felony charges, authorities said.
Sacramento County jail records show both men remain in custody. Cody Holtsman was arrested on warrants for threats against a witness, assault, and vandalism and is also being charged with resisting arrest and possession of tear gas by a felon. Clyde Holtsman has been charged with resisting arrest and was arrested on warrants for violating the terms of his probation.
Arrest records show both have a string of prior interactions with law enforcement. Cody Holtsman has prior arrests from September, October, November, and December 2024 and December 2023. Cyle Holtman has arrests from December and October 2022 and June and July 2021.
The Citrus Heights Police Department thanked the Sacramento County Sheriff’s Office and community members for their assistance, stating that “public vigilance” contributed significantly to the safe resolution of the incident.
Authorities reminded the public not to intervene directly when encountering suspicious activity or wanted individuals. Instead, residents are encouraged to call law enforcement and report information.
“Your awareness makes a difference,” the department emphasized in its message.
