Wanted felon arrested in Antioch with marijuana for sale, cash

Officer Brock Marcotte seized 2.1 pounds of marijuana and $1,900 in cash during the arrest on Friday, June 19, 2026. Photos: Antioch PD

37-year-old man with history of arrests already out of custody

By Antioch Police Department

Friday morning, June 19, 2026, day shift officers were approached by a concerned resident near W. 10th Street and K Street who reported that individuals were loitering in the area and suspected of dealing drugs. The resident expressed concerns for his safety and asked officers to help address the issue.

A short time later, Officer Brock Marcotte responded to the area and observed a male loitering near a white SUV. A records check revealed the vehicle’s owner had an outstanding felony Ramey warrant out of Oakland.

During contact with the occupant, Officer Marcotte observed a large quantity of marijuana in plain view and confirmed the individual was the subject of the warrant. During the arrest, officers located approximately 2.1 pounds of marijuana and $1,900 in cash in multiple denominations. The suspect admitted to selling marijuana in the area.

The suspect was arrested at 9:54 AM and booked into the Martinez Detention Facility for marijuana sales and the outstanding warrant. The marijuana and cash were seized as evidence.

According to the Antioch PD CitizenRIMS, arrested was 37-year-old Carvonte Jonmonte Simon is Black or African American, five-feet, six-inches tall and 160 pounds.

According to localcrimenews.com, the suspect is from Suisun City has a history of arrests dating back to 2019, by multiple agencies on gun and ammunition charges, and for crimes including battery on a spouse, cohabitant or former spouse, grand theft, burglary and receiving or concealing stolen property.

According to the Contra Costa County Sheriff’s Office, Simon bonded out of custody at 7:51 AM Saturday, June 20th.

In addition to this arrest, the Antioch Police Department has increased proactive enforcement efforts throughout the Sycamore Corridor to address community concerns related to blight, quality-of-life issues and the sale of illicit narcotics.

We appreciate residents who continue to report suspicious activity and partner with us to keep Antioch safe.

Allen D. Payton contributed to this report.


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