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Turlock Shooting Investigated

Published

3 years ago

March 9, 2022

TURLOCK – Police investigated a shooting on Geer Road Tuesday night, detaining one person after a lengthy search.

The shooting happened in the parking lot of an auto parts store on Geer Road and Wayside Drive. The parking lot was closed off with crime scene tape and several yellow markers around a vehicle indicating pieces of evidence. Several appeared to be shell casings. A nearby vehicle appeared to have bullet holes in it.

The investigation led police to the area of North Quincy Road and Arbor Way, where the suspect vehicle was found crashed into the fence of a home after a pursuit. A perimeter was established in the neighborhood for a yard to yard search. An officer with the Modesto Police Department responded to assist with a drone. Authorities urged residents to lock their doors, stay in their homes, and call 911 if they saw anyone suspicous.

At about 10:45pm, a person was found hiding in a yard on Estates Drive. That person was seen by a resident in the area who called 911. They were detained quickly, and moments later authorities indicated they were no longer searching for a suspect. An officer was also seen placing a firearm in an evidence bag.

No further details were released Tuesday night.

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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Turlock Police Officer Injured in Motorcycle Crash

Published

3 weeks 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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4 weeks 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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4 weeks 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.