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Detective Arrested for Driving Under the Influence

Published

2 years ago

May 19, 2023

STOCKTON – An off-duty police detective was arrested Wednesday night after he was found driving under the influence.

The incident occurred at about 11:40pm near the intersection of Park and Pilgrim Streets. Police responded to a report of a vehicle stopped for an extended period of time and found Detective Andrew Donovan inside, who was off duty at the time. He was subsequently taken into custody and booked at the San Joaquin County Jail.

In light of the misconduct, the department took immediate action by placing the detective on paid administrative leave, pending an administrative review.

The Stockton Police Officer’s Association issued the following statements:

“Today, we were disappointed to learn of the arrest of a member of our association. If these allegations are proven true those acts are not a reflection of the values of the men and women who wear the uniform. We do not take these allegations lightly and know firsthand the trauma that DUI driving can cause.”

“Stockton POA members are not afraid to hold each other accountable and it was Stockton officers who investigated and ultimately made the arrest. SPOA members are impartial and enforce the law equally regardless of occupation and personal relationship. The officer in question, like any defendant, is afforded the due process of law and presumption of innocence. The POA will continue to do everything possible to repair the reputation of the community and work to regain any trust lost.”

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Turlock Police Officer Injured in Motorcycle Crash

Published

7 months 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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7 months 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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7 months 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.