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Two Adults Killed, Three Children Injured in House Fire

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2 years ago

June 30, 2021

MODESTO – Authorities from various agencies are investigating the cause of a deadly fire Wednesday morning that claimed the lives of two adults and injured three children.

Shortly after 7:00am several calls were made reporting a house fire on El Sereno Street in South Modesto. The callers reported there were people trapped inside of the home. Firefighters on scene reported heavy fire conditions from the front of the home and called for a second alarm.

Several rescues were conducted. Fire Chief Alan Ernst said firefighters rescued people through windows of the home who were trapped inside. Ammunition found in the home along with aerosol containers complicated the situation for fire crews trying to bring the situation under control.

Chief Ernst said two adults were deceased as a result of the fire. Two children had to be airlifted by helicopter to burn centers. One was treated by medical personnel on the scene.

Investigators with the Modesto Police Department, Stanislaus Regional Fire Investigations Unit and other agencies were on scene examining the home well into Wednesday afternoon. Early reports indicated several callers reported fireworks going off around the time of the fire, but that has yet to be determined.

Witnesses watching from the street said one of the residents at the home was a car detailer and was well liked by the neighbors.

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

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Man Killed in Gateway Court Shooting

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2 months ago

October 2, 2023

Carlos Rodriguez

STOCKTON – Police investigated a fatal shooting on Gateway Court early Saturday morning.

Shortly after 1:00am, police responded to the area for a report of a person shot. They found a 25 year old man who was shot several times.

Medics responded to provide care for the victim, but he died from his injuries. Detectives responded to investigate the case however no further details were provided.

Anyone with information regarding this case is encouraged to contact police at (209) 937-8377 or Crime Stoppers at (209) 946-0600 where callers can remain anonymous.

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Fatal Tesla Crash Investigated in Modesto

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2 months ago

October 2, 2023

Carlos Rodriguez

MODESTO – A fatal collision involving a Tesla vehicle closed down Pelandale Avenue early Saturday morning.

The crash happened shortly after midnight near the intersection of Pelandale Avenue and Carver Road. Police said the eastbound Tesla Model Y struck a corner lightpole, claiming the life of the driver. The passenger, a man from Fresno, suffered moderate injuries.

The Tesla was the only involved vehicle in the collision, police said.

Officers with the Modesto Police Traffic Safety Unit responded to investigate the collision. Pelandale Avenue was closed for the duration of the investigation.

Anyone who may have witnessed the crash is encouraged to contact Officer Beverson at beversonj@modestopd.com

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Homicide Investigated on Anne Street

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3 months ago

September 23, 2023

Carlos Rodriguez

STOCKTON – Authorities investigated a fatal shooting late Saturday morning in a South Stockton neighborhood.

Shortly before noon, officers responded to the area of Anne and Tenth Streets for a report of a person shot. Arriving officers found a 40 year old man who had been shot. Medical personnel pronounced the victim deceased.

Detectives took over the investigation, and no suspect information was available Saturday.

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