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Stockton Teacher Arrested in Connection to Oakdale Homicide

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4 years ago

December 23, 2020

Gaby Muro

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OAKDALE – The Stanislaus County Sheriff’s Office arrested 30-year-old Nikkole Scruggs in connection to a homicide.

Authorities said Scruggs was arrested at her home in Oakdale on December 23rd and was booked as an accessory to a September homicide where 39-year-old Oakdale resident Katrina Allen was shot and killed.

Stephen Frederick, 28, was arrested November 4th and charged with Allen’s death.

As the investigation continued, detectives were able to determine that Scruggs had knowingly concealed evidence also allowing Frederick to evade arrest, providing transportation, and allowing him to stay at her home.

Authorities said Scruggs is a teacher at Edison High School in Stockton. She was booked into the Public Safety Center in Modesto with a $25,000 bail.

Anyone with information is encouraged to contact Detective Silva at (209) 525-7091 or Crime Stoppers at (209) 521-4636 where callers can remain anonymous.

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Crash Claims Life of Motorist in Northeast Modesto

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13 hours ago

March 19, 2025

Carlos Rodriguez

MODESTO – A Monday afternoon crash in the northeast side of the city claimed the life of a Waterford man, police reported.

At about 6:30pm emergency crews responded to a report of a two vehicle crash near the intersection of Claus and Milnes Roads. Arriving personnel found an unresponsive driver in one of the involved vehicles. Despite life saving efforts the driver died from his injuries.

Authorities say the investigation indicates a black Acura ILX was headed west on Milnes Road and was broadsided by a Ford F150 as it entered Claus Road.

No further details were released.

Police are asking for any witnesses to contact Officer Cristian Avina at avinac@modestopd.com.

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House Fire Leads to Evacuations

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23 hours ago

March 18, 2025

Carlos Rodriguez

CERES – Police officers evacuated neighboring residents near a home that caught fire late Tuesday night.

The fire was dispatched at about 11:15pm near the 1300 block of Riverette Drive. Arriving emergency personnel reported fire from the back of the home. Early reports indicate the occupants were able to safely escape.

Additional police officers responded to evacuate neighbors, some also responding to the nearby mobile home park.

Several fire crews responded to the scene. No further details were available at time of publication.

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Dale Road Shooting Suspect Identified

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1 day ago

March 18, 2025

CVTV Staff

MODESTO – Authorities identified the suspect involved in Monday afternoon’s shooting on Dale Road.

Jimmy Lee Rupe, 40 years old of Modesto, was involved in the incident that unfolded at Max Muscle on Dale Road. Police say he had multiple felony warrants for his arrest on firearms related charges and lewd acts with a child.

Details are still being investigated, but early reports indicate during the encounter with Rupe, gunfire was exchanged with officers. Rupe did not survive.

Much of Dale Road was closed through the evening while police investigated. Videos posted to social media groups showed a large police response and several gunshots being fired. One video showed people dining at a neighboring restaurant ducking under tables as the gunfire continued.

Police say a community briefing with more details will be provided in the near future.