An Oak Run man who was shot by Shasta County Sheriff’s Deputies has been convicted of multiple felony counts. On July 5th of 2023, 34-year old Christopher Maddox was driving towards Mineral School Road when he encountered a man and a woman who were taking out their trash. Maddox blocked their vehicle and threatened them with a rifle before they were able to drive away and call 9-1-1. Maddox continued toward his home and crashed on the side of the road, then confronted four other people including his mother, his great uncle, and his roommate’s girlfriend. He fired his rifle towards his roommate, who then fled. A CHP helicopter crew was able to see Maddox and it appeared he was holding the victims hostage. He refused to surrender and was shot by arriving deputies. Maddox was on probation at the time of the crimes. His jury trial ended on Friday with guilty verdicts on 14 serious felony charges. A hearing is set for November 25th, after which Maddox will be sentenced.
-Steve Gibson