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Intruder Fatally Shot by Homeowner Identified

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2 years ago

July 1, 2021

MODESTO – A woman shot and killed Tuesday during a home invasion attempt was identified by authorities.

Officials say 32 year old Modesto resident Pearl Fierro was shot by a homeowner after she broke into a home on Blue Gum Avenue Tuesday evening.

Shortly before 8:00pm deputies responded to a home on the 3900 block of Blue Gum Avenue in Modesto for a report of an attempted home invasion robbery. Arriving deputies with the Stanislaus County Sheriff’s Office located a woman in a parked vehicle that had been fatally shot.

Authorities said the intruder tried to force her way into the house through a sliding glass door by using a fire extinguisher. The elderly homeowners began calling neighbors for help and armed themselves with a gun for self defense. The intruder continued to threaten the homeowners despite warnings to keep away. In an act of self defense, the homeowner fired her gun once striking the intruder in the torso. The intruder then forced her way into the homeowner’s vehicle and died inside.

The residents were not injured during the incident, and cooperated with investigators. Authorities said no arrests have been made and believe the incident is an act of self-defense.

Anyone with information regarding this case is encouraged to contact Detective Martin at (209) 525-7093 or 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.