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Police Officer Stabbed by Robbery Suspect

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3 years ago

January 23, 2022

CERES – A police officer was rushed to a hospital after he was stabbed by a robbery suspect late Saturday afternoon.

Shortly after 6:00pm, officers with the Ceres Police Department were called to the Quick Stop at the intersection of Morgan and Service Roads for a report of a robbery that had just happened. Responding officers were told that the suspect did not use a weapon during the robbery, and he was last seen on foot heading north on Morgan Road from the business.

The officers quickly located 33 year old Joseph John of Turlock, who matched the description of the robbery suspect. John was stopped near the intersection of Morgan and Hackett Roads, however he would not comply with officers according to authorities. As other officers began to arrive, he walked away. An officer holding a taser tried to order the suspect to surrender, but he fled on foot. He then fought with officers after a short foot chase, stabbing one of them with what was described only as a concealed weapon.

The suspect was taken into custody, and the wounded officer was rushed to a hospital. He was said to be stable Saturday night. Modesto Police Officers and Stanislaus County Sheriff Deputies also responded to the scene to assist. The intersection was closed down for a few hours while authorities investigated the incident.

According to a release from the Ceres Police Department, Joseph John was said to have several outstanding warrants for his arrest. He was booked into the Stanislaus County Jail on charges including robbery and assault with a deadly weapon.

Anyone with information regarding this case is encouraged to contact Detective Amador at (209) 538-5729.

Joseph John – Photo Courtesy Ceres Police Department

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Turlock Police Officer Injured in Motorcycle Crash

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2 months 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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2 months 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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2 months 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.