Full Notification

If you live in the East County, the California Department of State Hospitals (DSH) has recommended the placement of a Sexually Violent Predator (SVP) at 45612 Old Highway 80, Jacumba Hot Springs.

While this address falls within the jurisdiction of the Pine Valley Sheriff's Substation, the Sheriff's Department or SAFE Task Force (Sexual Assault Felony Enforcement) are NOT responsible for the selection of the proposed site. That selection process is the sole responsibility of DSH and the San Diego Superior Court.

The schools closest to the proposed address include Jacumba Elementary School and Clover Flats Elementary School.

Gary Snavely was convicted of molesting two girls between the ages of 8 and 9 in the 80s. He served three years in prison, but returned behind bars after the violating the conditions of his parole. He was also convicted of failing to register as a sex offender while living in San Diego in the 90s.

A public forum regarding the proposed location will be held before it is finalized by the court. Comments will be accepted during the hearing on:

Friday, December 19th
9:00 a.m.
Department 54, San Diego Superior Court
220 West Broadway, San Diego

If you can't make it to the public hearing on December 19th, you can send your comments on the proposed placement via e-mail, phone or mail from November 12th to November 21st.

E-mail your comments to: [email protected]. You can also call (858) 495-3619. You can mail your comments to:

SVP Release/SAFE Task Force
9425 Chesapeake Drive
San Diego, CA 92123

To get alerts when a sex offender moves in or out of your neighborhood, visit www.sandiegocountysexoffenders.com.