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Perimeter Search after Robbery in Turlock ends with Shooting

Published

2 years ago

December 21, 2022

TURLOCK – Police investigating an armed robbery late Wednesday afternoon attempted to stop the person suspected of the robbery who later shot themself.

At about 6:00pm officers with the Turlock Police Department responded to a convenience store on the 400 block of Lander Avenue for a report of a robbery. Officers arriving in the area were later involved in a foot pursuit with the suspect as he was located nearby.

Early reports indicate the suspect fled through an alleyway and had a firearm. Moments later it was reported the suspect suffered a self inflicted gunshot wound as he was located near First and F Streets.

Officers provided aid until an ambulance arrived to transport the suspect to an area hospital. Police closed down the area to investigate the incident.

Deputies with the Stanislaus County Sheriff’s Office also responded to offer assistance.

Anyone with information regarding this case is encouraged to contact the Turlock Police Department or Crime Stoppers at (209) 521-4636 where callers can remain anonymous.

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Family Raises Funds for Driver Killed in Morgan Road Crash

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5 hours ago

March 16, 2025

Carlos Rodriguez

MODESTO – The man killed Friday afternoon when his car collided with a semi leaves behind a wife and four children.

The crash happened at about 5:30pm near Morgan Road and Nelson Way. Officers responded to a report of a crash with major injuries. When they arrived they found a Ford Mustang that collided with a semi truck.

The driver of the Mustang suffered serious injuries and was taken to a hospital where he later died.

Relatives identified the driver as Timoteo Alvarez, who leaves a wife and four children.

Anyone who would like to contribute to a fundraiser to help Timoteo’s family can visit the link below.

https://www.gofundme.com/f/assist-timoteos-family-with-funeral-expenses

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Helicopter Recovery Under Way at Reservoir

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14 hours ago

March 16, 2025

Carlos Rodriguez

STANISLAUS COUNTY – Recovery efforts began today for a helicopter that crashed at the Modesto Reservoir Saturday morning.

The crash happened shortly before 11:00am Saturday in the northwest area of the reservoir. The pilot and passenger suffered minor to moderate injuries. Both were transported by ambulance to a hospital for care.

By 8:00am Sunday the Stanislaus County Sheriff Dive Team and heavy recovery equipment arrived at the reservoir to begin the recovery process. The helicopter sank below the surface of the water.

Waterways at the reservoir have been closed until further notice.

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Fatal Shooting Investigated Friday Night

Published

1 day ago

March 15, 2025

Carlos Rodriguez

STOCKTON – Police Investigated a fatal shooting Friday night that claimed the life of a 28 year old man.

Shortly before 10:15pm, officers were dispatched to the area of the 300 block of South San Joaquin Street for a report of a person shot.

Arriving officers found the victim, identified only as a 28 year old man, suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. He was taken to a local hospital where he died from his injuries.

Detectives responded to investigate the case. No suspect information was available at time of publication.

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