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Turlock Man Charged With Contacting Minor For Sex

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2 weeks ago

September 5, 2024

Carlos Rodriguez

Santiago Cornejo - Turlock Police Department

TURLOCK – Police investigators arrested a man Thursday on charges of contacting a minor for sex.

Santiago Cornejo, 21, was arrested by Turlock Police Detectives after they received a report that Cornejo had contacted and met a 13-year-old for sexual activity.

Police first learned of the incident on August 31st, when they learned that Cornejo had allegedly had inappropriate interactions with an underage girl for two weeks. Police say Cornejo had met her at a gas station in Denair, and kept contact through Snapchat. Police say the two had occasional meetings, and they believe there may be additional victims.

Investigators contacted Cornejo at his home Thursday and took him to the police department where he was arrested on three counts of lewd or lascivious acts with a child under 14, and three counts of arranging a meeting with a minor under the age of 18 with the intent to engage in sexual conduct.

Detectives are asking anyone with any information regarding this case, or any additional victims, to come forward.

“The Turlock Police Department remains steadfast in our fight against child exploitation and is dedicated to protecting the safety and wellbeing of children in Turlock and the surrounding communities,” said Detective Giovacchini in a statement. “Ensuring the safety of our youth from predators is our top priority.”

Anyone with information is encouraged to call (209) 668-6539, or the tip line at (209) 668-5550 extension 6780.

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Threat Cancels Class at Modesto High School

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7 days ago

September 12, 2024

Carlos Rodriguez

MODESTO – Classes were canceled Thursday morning at Modesto High School after police were notified of a threat.

A message sent out by Modesto City Schools read in part “Modesto Police Officers are at Modesto High this morning investigating a threat of a possible explosive device. There will be no school this morning until the campus can be deemed safe.”

A police spokesperson said out of an abundance of caution the campus is being cleared.

As of this post, authorities were still searching the campus.

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Parents Arrested, Charged in Death of 2 Year Old

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1 week ago

September 10, 2024

Carlos Rodriguez

STOCKTON – The parents of a two year old girl were arrested and charged in her death after police say she was malnourished and neglected.

The incident began early Monday morning, when fire and medical personnel were dispatched at about 3:15am to a home on the 300 block of West Oak Street. The report indicated help was needed for a two year old girl who was unresponsive. She was taken to a hospital where she was declared dead.

Police say the girl was malnourished, appeared extremely emaciated, and had clear signs of neglect. Detectives and CPS officials responded to the home to investigate.

Both parents were taken into the police department for questioning. Gregorio Ornelas, 61, and Jessica Chavez, 39, were both arrested and charged with child abuse resulting in death.

Both parents were booked into the San Joaquin County Jail without possibility of bail. They are due in court Wednesday afternoon.

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Victim Shot During Robbery

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1 week ago

September 9, 2024

Carlos Rodriguez

Stockton Police Department

STOCKTON – A 19 year old man was hospitalized after he was shot during a robbery Sunday afternoon.

Shortly after 1:30pm, Stockton Police Officers were called to the 10000 block of Hidden Cove Circle for a report of a shooting.

Officers learned that the suspect shot the victim, took his property, and fled the area. The victim was taken to a hospital to be treated for his injury. He is expected to recover.

The only description available of the suspect was a black male in his 20’s.

Anyone with information regarding this case is encouraged to contact the Stockton Police Department or Crime Stoppers at (209) 946-0600.