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Two Arrests Made in Stockton Teen’s Killing

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2 years ago

December 23, 2020

STOCKTON – Police arrested two men after a pursuit in connection to a Tuesday afternoon shooting that claimed the life of a teen.

The shooting happened near Sandman Park in North Stockton. Shortly after 4:00pm police were called to the area of Don Avenue and Waudman Avenue for a report of a shooting. As officers responded, the victims arrived at a nearby shopping center near Don Avenue and Hammer Lane.

Police said a 17 year old boy died at the scene. Two others were also wounded in the shooting. A 27 year old man was critically injured, and a 21 year old was said to be stable.

At about 9:48pm officers spotted the suspect vehicle near Waudman Avenue and Wagner Heights. The occupants led officers on a pursuit, ultimately ending in a foot pursuit of the driver. He discarded a firearm while fleeing from police and was taken into custody.

Police identified the suspect as Raymond Mendez, 35. He was booked into the San Joaquin County Jail on murder, weapons and gang charges. Gilbert Mendez, 37, was also arrested on accessory charges.

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

Authorities tow a vehicle after a pursuit in North Stockton Tuesday night.

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Rhonda

January 2, 2021 at 7:09 pm

You no I see more Mexicans killing each other more and more. They don’t like their own race or something?? Blacks too, these “gangs” just kill each other and anyone that gets in the way… How pathetic these so called people are. The real kicker is that THAY ALL WEAR CROSSES AROUND THEIR NECKS… Like WHAT…??? Like they’re going to heaven or something… How stupid is that.. God takes that as an insult im sure…. They need too have a goat with horns, that better suits these evil people…what a waist…!!!

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Officer Involved Shooting Investigated in Tracy

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2 weeks ago

January 27, 2023

Carlos Rodriguez

Officers examine a corner of Mosswood Court Friday afternoon where an officer involved shooting took place.

TRACY – One person who was said to be armed with a knife was rushed to a hospital Friday afternoon after being shot by a police officer.

Shortly before 2:00pm officers were called to the area of Mosswood Court for a report of a person with a knife chasing another. During the encounter an arriving officer fired his gun at the person said to be armed with a knife.

Officials at the scene said the person shot was rushed to a hospital in unknown condition. They had identified that person but were holding that information for a proper time.

The neighborhood was closed off while investigators responded to determine what took place.

No other injuries were reported.

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Aircraft Emergency Investigation Closes Mitchell Bridge

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3 weeks ago

January 18, 2023

Carlos Rodriguez

Emergency personnel examine a crashed airplane near the Mitchel Road Bridge Wednesday afternoon.

MODESTO – An investigation into an aircraft emergency closed the northbound lanes of the Mitchell Road Bridge Wednesday afternoon.

At about 1:00pm emergency crews were dispatched to the fields east of the Mitchell Road Bridge north of the Tuolumne River for a report of a plane crash.

Arriving rescuers found a plane crashed face down into the ground near a group of trees. One person was deceased in the aircraft according to an official at the scene.

One witness at the scene said he was driving down Hatch Road when he noticed the plane at an awkward angle, but thought nothing of it at first.

No cause of the crash or estimated time of opening for Mitchell Road was available at time of publication.

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Double Homicide Investigated in Merced County, Warrant Issued For Suspect

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4 weeks ago

January 11, 2023

Carlos Rodriguez

HILMAR – Authorities with the Merced County Sheriff’s Office are searching for a 40 year old man in connection to a double homicide that happened Tuesday night.

Authorities responded to the 19000 block of American Avenue regarding a possible homicide Tuesday night. Arriving deputies located two adult victims deceased.

Wednesday authorities identified 40 year old Victor Bazan as a suspect and issued a warrant for his arrest. Officials believe he is related to one of the victims, and he is known to be transient to the Modesto, Ceres and Turlock areas.

Relatives of one of the victims reaching out said a white stolen vehicle Bazan may have been traveling in was found abandoned in Bakersfield.

Anyone with information regarding Bazan’s whereabouts is encouraged to contact law enforcement immediately. He should not be approached.

Anyone with information regarding this case is encouraged to contact (209) 651-2852 where callers can remain anonymous.