Bay Area city manager charged for allegedly breaking into 66ft yacht while drinking
Summary
Elaine Forbes, the city manager of Sausalito, was arrested for breaking into a 66-foot yacht while drinking. She faces misdemeanor charges related to loitering, squatting, and petty theft after initially being charged with felony burglary.Key Facts
- Elaine Forbes was arrested on July 18 after police responded to a noise disturbance call.
- She allegedly broke into a large yacht where she was drinking alcohol.
- The yacht’s owner reported damage and unusual behavior, like the boat’s horn and spotlight being on.
- Forbes was charged at first with felony burglary and had a $50,000 bail set.
- Prosecutors later reduced the charges to misdemeanors: loitering, squatting, and petty theft.
- Forbes was placed on leave by the Sausalito city council shortly after her arrest.
- She had been in her role as city manager for only three weeks.
- A family spokesperson asked the public to show understanding as Forbes seeks legal and healthcare support.
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