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Arrest Made After CHP Vehicle Struck by Gunfire in Lodi

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CHP Officers search in Lodi after a patrol vehicle was struck by gunfire Sunday night.

LODI – Authorities arrested a man early Monday morning after a California Highway Patrol vehicle was struck by gunfire Sunday night.

The incident happened shortly before 9:00pm near the area of Pine Street and Houston Lane. The officer was not injured during the incident. Additional officers from various agencies including the Lodi Police Department and San Joaquin County Sheriff’s Office responded to assist and establish a perimeter around the area.

Air support craft from CHP Valley Division and the Stanislaus County Sheriff’s Office responded to help as well. Traffic was diverted away from the area, and some residences surrounding the home believed to be that of the alleged shooter were evacuated.

Authorities used armored vehicles to search the area for any signs of a shooter. They finally made contact and detained 61 year old John Chumley at a residence near where the shooting happened. He was charged with assault with a deadly weapon and possession of an illegal weapon.

Chumley was booked into the San Joaquin County Jail without bail. The reason for the shooting was unknown.

Carlos Rodriguez is an Emmy Award winning photojournalist specializing in public safety and natural disasters. His passion for local news stems from a deep commitment to his community, with a selfless mission to inform the citizens of the valley. As he worked on assignment for 19 days at the devastating Camp Fire in Paradise, California, he spent most of his time helping survivors contact their loved ones to let them know they were ok. Carlos is a veteran of Univision, FOX, and Telemundo TV stations and a native of Modesto, California.

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Threat Cancels Class at Modesto High School

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MODESTO – Classes were canceled Thursday morning at Modesto High School after police were notified of a threat.

A message sent out by Modesto City Schools read in part “Modesto Police Officers are at Modesto High this morning investigating a threat of a possible explosive device. There will be no school this morning until the campus can be deemed safe.”

A police spokesperson said out of an abundance of caution the campus is being cleared.

As of this post, authorities were still searching the campus.

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Parents Arrested, Charged in Death of 2 Year Old

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STOCKTON – The parents of a two year old girl were arrested and charged in her death after police say she was malnourished and neglected.

The incident began early Monday morning, when fire and medical personnel were dispatched at about 3:15am to a home on the 300 block of West Oak Street. The report indicated help was needed for a two year old girl who was unresponsive. She was taken to a hospital where she was declared dead.

Police say the girl was malnourished, appeared extremely emaciated, and had clear signs of neglect. Detectives and CPS officials responded to the home to investigate.

Both parents were taken into the police department for questioning. Gregorio Ornelas, 61, and Jessica Chavez, 39, were both arrested and charged with child abuse resulting in death.

Both parents were booked into the San Joaquin County Jail without possibility of bail. They are due in court Wednesday afternoon.

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Victim Shot During Robbery

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Stockton Police Department

STOCKTON – A 19 year old man was hospitalized after he was shot during a robbery Sunday afternoon.

Shortly after 1:30pm, Stockton Police Officers were called to the 10000 block of Hidden Cove Circle for a report of a shooting.

Officers learned that the suspect shot the victim, took his property, and fled the area. The victim was taken to a hospital to be treated for his injury. He is expected to recover.

The only description available of the suspect was a black male in his 20’s.

Anyone with information regarding this case is encouraged to contact the Stockton Police Department or Crime Stoppers at (209) 946-0600.

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