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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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Threat Cancels Class at Modesto High School

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2 days ago

September 12, 2024

Carlos Rodriguez

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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4 days ago

September 10, 2024

Carlos Rodriguez

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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5 days ago

September 9, 2024

Carlos Rodriguez

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.