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Update: Stockton Shooting Suspect Arrested

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4 years ago

June 21, 2021

STOCKTON – Police arrested a suspect in connection to a fatal shooting that claimed the life of a 27 year old man.

Officers with the Stockton Police Department responded to the shooting shortly after 9:30pm Sunday night at the Bella Vista building. The building sits at the corner of El Dorado Street and Weber Avenue.

Arriving officers found the victim who died at the scene despite life saving efforts. Detectives responded to take over the investigation.

Witnesses in the area reported hearing at least one gun shot and said there was a rooftop party happening at the location.

Monday afternoon, police announced the arrest of 27 year old Jesse Corral. He was apprehended by the Stockton Police Gang Violence Suppression Unit, AB109 Task Force and Federal Probation Officers from Modesto.

A flyer for an event at building highlighted three DJ’s with the event lasting from 4:30pm until 10:00pm. Bella Vista released a statement Monday regarding the incident.

“We are saddened by the tragic incident that occurred last night at an event hosted by Cali Fresh Promotions at Bella Vista Rooftop & Events. Our hearts and prayers go out to the victim and his family.”

“The entire team at BellaVista Rooftop is cooperating with the Stockton Police Department. We have hosted thousands of people safely at the rooftop of the Hotel Stockton. It is a beautiful setting that should be enjoyed by all in the community. It is a shame one person would try to spoil this venue for an entire community. Our pledge is not to let this happen.”

“However, in light of last night’s incident, Motown Thursday, Latin Night Friday, and Sunday Rooftop Day Party will be suspended temporarily.”

Authorities ask anyone with information regarding this investigation to contact police or Crime Stoppers at (209) 946-0600 where callers can remain anonymous.

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Shooting Investigated on West Hatch Road

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3 weeks ago

December 31, 2024

Carlos Rodriguez

MODESTO – A man was taken to a hospital for care after he was found shot on West Hatch Road.

Deputies with the Stanislaus County Sheriff’s Office responded to a report of a person shot Tuesday evening New Year’s Eve.

The incident happened on the 2500 block of West Hatch Road west of Parkdale Drive. Early reports indicate a man who was shot ran into a nearby convenience store for help. The extent of his injuries was unknown.

Firefighters and medical personnel provided care for the victim and transported him by ambulance to a hospital.

Deputies searched the area for any signs of where the shooting may have taken place. So far the circumstances or any description of a suspect were unknown at time of publication.

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Vehicle Collision Injures Pedestrian

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3 weeks ago

December 26, 2024

Carlos Rodriguez

MODESTO – A pedestrian was injured Thursday morning after they were struck by a vehicle on a busy roadway.

The incident happened shortly before 9:00am near the intersection of Oakdale Road and Claratina Avenue. Early indications suggest the pedestrian may have run into traffic before being struck by a vehicle. The person was thrown by the impact.

Fire and medical personnel responded to provide care, but the extent of injuries was not clear late Thursday morning. Modesto Police and CHP Officers responded to investigate the collision.

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Pedestrian on Motorized Scooter Killed After Collision With Vehicle

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1 month ago

December 19, 2024

Carlos Rodriguez

MODESTO – Traffic safety officers with the Modesto Police Department investigated a collision that claimed the life of a pedestrian in a motorized scooter Wednesday afternoon.

The collision happened shortly before 5:00pm on Briggsmore Avenue near Coffee Road. Early indications suggest the scooter and vehicle were traveling west on Briggsmore Avenue when the collision happened.

Life-saving attempts were made but the pedestrian did not survive. The involved motorist remained at the scene and cooperated with investigators.

Westbound Briggsmore Avenue was closed for the duration of the investigation.

Police are asking anyone who may have witnessed this collision to contact Officer Kyle Johnson at johnsonk@modestopd.com.