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Homicide Investigated in West Modesto

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3 years ago

December 9, 2020

MODESTO – Authorities investigated a shooting Wednesday morning that claimed the life of one person.

Police officers and sheriff deputies responded to the 1700 block of Ontario Avenue shortly before 8:30am for a report of a person shot. Police found a man down in the road suffering from gunshot wounds.

Officers provided aid to the man until medics arrived and transported the victim to a hospital. The victim died from his injuries.

A description of the suspect vehicle was provided to authorities, which was later seen leaving the area. Several agencies including Modesto Police Department, the Stanislaus County Sheriff’s Office and the California Highway Patrol pursued the vehicle south into Merced County until it stopped near the Sultana Drive over crossing on Highway 99.

Armored SWAT vehicles responded and were used to surround the suspect vehicle. The driver exited and was detained by authorities.

No further details were released by authorities Wednesday afternoon, but asked for witnesses or anyone with information to contact Crime Stoppers at (209) 521-4636 where callers can remain anonymous.

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Man Killed in Gateway Court Shooting

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2 months ago

October 2, 2023

Carlos Rodriguez

STOCKTON – Police investigated a fatal shooting on Gateway Court early Saturday morning.

Shortly after 1:00am, police responded to the area for a report of a person shot. They found a 25 year old man who was shot several times.

Medics responded to provide care for the victim, but he died from his injuries. Detectives responded to investigate the case however no further details were provided.

Anyone with information regarding this case is encouraged to contact police at (209) 937-8377 or Crime Stoppers at (209) 946-0600 where callers can remain anonymous.

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Fatal Tesla Crash Investigated in Modesto

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2 months ago

October 2, 2023

Carlos Rodriguez

MODESTO – A fatal collision involving a Tesla vehicle closed down Pelandale Avenue early Saturday morning.

The crash happened shortly after midnight near the intersection of Pelandale Avenue and Carver Road. Police said the eastbound Tesla Model Y struck a corner lightpole, claiming the life of the driver. The passenger, a man from Fresno, suffered moderate injuries.

The Tesla was the only involved vehicle in the collision, police said.

Officers with the Modesto Police Traffic Safety Unit responded to investigate the collision. Pelandale Avenue was closed for the duration of the investigation.

Anyone who may have witnessed the crash is encouraged to contact Officer Beverson at beversonj@modestopd.com

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Homicide Investigated on Anne Street

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3 months ago

September 23, 2023

Carlos Rodriguez

STOCKTON – Authorities investigated a fatal shooting late Saturday morning in a South Stockton neighborhood.

Shortly before noon, officers responded to the area of Anne and Tenth Streets for a report of a person shot. Arriving officers found a 40 year old man who had been shot. Medical personnel pronounced the victim deceased.

Detectives took over the investigation, and no suspect information was available Saturday.

Anyone with information regarding this case is encouraged to contact Police at (209) 937-8377 or Crime Stoppers at (209) 946-0600 where callers can remain anonymous.