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Body Found In River Near Grayson

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4 years ago

December 16, 2020

GRAYSON – Authorities investigated the death of a person found in a river near Laird Park Tuesday morning.

At about 9:30am deputies with the Stanislaus County Sheriff’s Office responded to the river access at Laird Park after receiving a report of what appeared to be a body in the water.

Sergeant Luke Schwartz with the Stanislaus County Sheriff’s Office said a person scouting fishing locations at the park made the discovery and called for help. That person had left the area when emergency crews arrived.

One deceased person was found in an area under the Grayson Road Bridge next to the park entrance. A vehicle was also located in the area, however authorities had not determined if it belonged to the deceased. Sergeant Schwartz indicated finding that information would all be part of the investigation.

No information regarding the person found was released, officials said an autopsy was scheduled for Thursday. This would help identify the person and also determine who to contact for notification.

No signs of foul play were visible according to Sergeant Schwartz, adding that investigators would reference any missing persons reports.

Anyone with information regarding this case can contact Crime Stoppers at (209) 521-4636 where callers can remain anonymous.

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Turlock Police Officer Injured in Motorcycle Crash

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3 weeks ago

April 2, 2025

Carlos Rodriguez

Photo: Turlock Police Department

TURLOCK – A Turlock Police Officer was injured when he was involved in a crash while trying to stop a speeding vehicle Tuesday.

The crash happened in the area of Palm Street and Hawkeye Avenue. The officer, whom authorities identified as Gavin Allison, had his lights and sirens on as he was trying to catch up to a speeding driver when he was involved in a collision with another motorist.

Officer Allison suffered moderate injuries that required stitches to his arm and leg, but is expected to make a full recovery. The other motorist involved in the crash was not injured. Drugs or alcohol do not appear to be a factor in the crash.

Anyone with information regarding the incident is encouraged to contact Officer Rocha at (209) 668-5550 extension 6130.

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Traffic Collision Reported on Claus Road

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1 month ago

March 24, 2025

Carlos Rodriguez

MODESTO – Emergency crews responded to a report of a vehicle collision on Claus Road Monday morning.

The crash was reported near the area of Claus Road and Cedar Creek Drive at about 8:00am. Early reports indicate a pickup truck and another vehicle collided before the pickup hit a tree.

Arriving personnel reported one motorist appeared to have a broken leg.

Expect momentary traffic delays in the area.

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Merced County Crash Claims Lives of Ceres Man, Child

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1 month ago

March 23, 2025

Carlos Rodriguez

MERCED COUNTY – A 20 year old woman was arrested early Saturday morning on charges of DUI and vehicular manslaughter after a crash claimed the lives of two people.

The crash was reported at about 12:19am on Highway 165 near Turner Avenue. According to California Highway Patrol, 20 year old Melissa Rosales of Los Banos was driving a BMW SUV at high speeds south on Highway 165 when she crossed lanes at a curve. Her vehicle crashed into an oncoming Honda Accord driven by a 41 year old man from Ceres with a juvenile passenger. Both occupants of the Honda were killed in the crash.

Rosales suffered major injuries and was taken to Doctors Medical Center in Modesto. Officials say she was under the influence at the time of the crash and faces DUI and vehicular manslaughter charges.

All involved persons were wearing their seat belts at the time of the crash.