PLACERVILLE . INFO

July 20, 2008, at 1:55 P.M. the El Dorado County Sheriff’s Office received a 911 call reporting that several gun shots and shouting was heard from a residence on Nutmeg Lane. Sheriff Deputies arrived at the Nutmeg Lane residence and saw a male subject (Morris Greenberg, age 37 from Placerville) lying in the driveway with what appeared to be a gunshot wound to his head. Medical aid was provided and the subject was taken by helicopter to Sutter Roseville Hospital.

Simultaneously, a second call came in reporting that a male needed medical aid at the Bones Roadhouse in Pleasant Valley. The male (identified as Anthony Dumont, age 26 from Grizzly Flats) had suffered a gunshot wound at a residence on Nutmeg Lane and needed medical assistance. The family had driven Dumont to El Dorado County Fire Station 19 for assistance but the fire/medics were out of the station. The family then drove Dumont across the street to Bones Roadhouse so they could use the phone to call for help. Dumont died at the location as a result of his injuries.

The preliminary investigation suggests that Greenberg shot Dumont with a handgun at close range while in an argument with him. The motive behind this incident is still being investigated but at this time it appears that the deadly incident arose from domestic related issues.

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Anonymous said...

Clarification on Greenberg murder; Morris is no angel. The home he killed Tony at wasn't currently being lived in by either party and was close to being foreclosed on. Barrie had returned w/ Anthony, his sister and her husband to retrieve Hannah's bedroom set and some personal items. Morris had told her he had taken everything he wanted and that what was left was hers for the taking. She had called him the night before to let him know she would be going to the house and picking up some things so that he would please not go there.

When Morris arrived with Hannah in his car and was obviously extremely angry Anthony immediately got into his sister's vehicle to leave the scene, he was unarmed. That is when Morris approached him and shot him (two shots then returning to give a final shot to the head), then saying to Anthony's sister "I fucking killed your brother".

His sister and her husband fled the scene with Tony only because the home is in a remote area and they were trying desperately to save his life. The nearest fire station is about 10 miles from the scene of the crime. There was no phone at the residence and no cell service at the site.

Barrie ran from the scene with Hannah to call 911 from a neighbor's house- when she left the scene Morris was still standing in the driveway with the gun. When they were almost to the neighbor's she heard an additional shot go off.

Also, this had been a loveless marriage for years and Morris told Barrie he didn't care if she dated anyone, encouraged her to do so and they were living separately. Morris was also dating someone.

Morris had no right to show up and kill such a wonderful young man. If he is such a fabulous person why did he choose to do this horrible crime in front of his 8 year old daughter. It is unfortunate he wasn't successful in his "attempt", which is pretty ironic for ex-law enforcement. Anthony, Hannah and Barrie are all victims of violent crime.
July 23, 2008 
Sage said...

I love how all these people will through their opinions around and not even have the guts to put their name out there. Tony was like a brother to me and DID NOT deserve to have this happen. To some the original situation might have been wrong, but at least he was happy. I hope Greenberg pulls through because dying would not be the kind of justice he deserves. Knowing Tony as long as I have all, Greenberg's lucky Tony wasn't armed or we'd be looking at a whole situation. If your a friend of Tony's PLEASE post something here. Don't be afraid or embarrassed to use your name. Let these idiots know how strong his family (and if you knew Tony you were his family) really is and we wont forget him.
July 23, 2008 
Anonymous said...

I agree to the above comment. I have known Barrie and mo for many years, and it dosen't matter what was going on in there live's. you CANNOT just kill. Barrie actually is a very nice woman with a big heart. Just a terrible situation. I am sorry for all parties involved!
July 23, 2008 
Machelle Maddox said...

How can you defend a man who was sworn to uphold the law and protect human life? How can you defend a man that willingly and premeditately took the life of another human being, a human being that was beautiful both heart and soul? How can you defend the man who was a POLICE OFFICER that committed a murder? As the daughter of a Police Officer and cousin to the victim I am truly appalled at those of you who hide behind your anonymous names and make statements about a former POLICE OFFICER saying he is the victim.

The real victims here are Anthony and his family. Regardless of what everyone’s relationships were there should never have been a murder committed. Instead of writing catty comments what all of you should be doing is assisting the Dumont family anyway possible while they try to survive this tragedy brought into their lives. Theirs is an amazing family full of love and they deserve your kindness and sympathy not your immaturity.

Our hearts will forever be broken by what is completely a useless tragedy.
July 23, 2008 
Sandy Teeter said...

I too am a member of the Dumont family. I am completely disgusted by some of the comments that have been made. There is no defense for what Morris chose to do. He made a choice and will face his consequences. I can only hope they put him in general population! That would be the only true justice.

The Dumont family needs support and love to make it through this tragedy. Anthony was to young to leave us. He will be missed deeply. This is a grief that I would not wish on my worst enemy.

Please set aside your differences and support this family.
July 23, 2008 
Anonymous said...

I in no way agree with what Mo did and he will have to pay for the very,very large mistake he has made. There are many victims in this tragedy 1st their daughter; who has been exposed to things that as an adult I can not even wrap my mind around, my heart is broken for her a thousand times over. My prayers go out to the Dumont family in no way should they be going through this either. Mr. Dumont was involved in something, that probably not to his knowledge should ever have been involved in. My prayers also go out to Mo; just as it is hard to wrap my mind around what has happened; like to some people it is hard to wrap your minds around Mo being a good man. He was and I am sure inside still is a very good man who profoundly impacted the lives of my family in such good away it will not be forgotten. The course of too many lives have been changed due to the actions of adults, there are multiple faults WIFE,HUSBAND, boyfriend. Many families have sustained great losses due to this a son, a brother, cousin, uncle, a daddy, a friend it fills my heart with a great weight of sadness. Mr. Dumont did not deserve to die and Hannah did not deserve to see her daddy kill a man or shot himself; neither of them should have ever, ever been there. There is ultimately one person responsible for that!!!!
July 23, 2008 
Laura Estep said...

I too am a member of the Dumont family, This is a tragedy that should have never taken place. There is no way possible to understand the pain this family is going through because of a stupid decsion. My deepest heart felt sorrow and love go out to this family in their time of need. I cannot understand how you can defend a man who took another mans life and say he was a good person! Good people dont do these kinds of acts. This was a premeditated act on Morris's part and he should be punished to the full extent of the law. My heart goes out to all the family and his friends who have lost such a wonerful person.
July 24, 2008 
BuckyBoy said...

I have only one question... If Morris drove up the driveway (with his daughter in the car) and encountered the move in progress - where's his car?

All that's at the house is the white pickup and trailer loaded with a fridge.
July 24, 2008 
Dave said...

Anthony was a great guy.

This should never have happened, and its a great tragedy to EVERYONE that knew him.

Want to know what kind of guy he was?

Our 11 y/o daughters first comment when she heard was to say "I won't get any more hugs from Anthony anymore" and then cried.

Our family has only known him about 8 months, but he has had that much of an impact on us because of what kind of person he was.

Everytime I picture him, I see a smile. He was always smiling.

Anthony will be missed by family, friends, new friends, and I hope Mr. Greenberg gets whats coming to him.

I'm sorry for little Hannah too, this is going to impact her life forever.
July 24, 2008 
Kimberlee said...

I am Anthony's sister-in-law. Anthony was a very kind, loving, non-confrontational person. He was always friendly and always helping somebody out. He touched so many lives. My sister, father, mother and myself are very devastated (along with numerous family members and close friends). I can't even imagine what the Dumont's are going through. All of you are in our thoughts and prayers.
July 24, 2008 
BurlBlue said...

why wont you let anyone post anymore?
July 24, 2008 
Cloud_Writer said...

I only stopped ONE post from coming to the comments section, because it was SO RUDE and SO CRUDE... and I would guess that would be yours.

I didn't post it because you went

too far.
July 24, 2008 
Cloud_Writer said...

I woke up this morning and there were two messages to approve. One is asking to be "filled in" on the marriage - a request for details.

That made me reconsider the comments here.

Because someone was murdered, and because I can - I have gone through and tried to delete all the posts that blame someone or attempt to smear anyone. Those who want to do that will have to find somewhere else to do it.

If there is anything here that is still hurtful, let me know.

cloud_writer@yahoo.com
July 25, 2008