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Sheriff’s Investigation Closes Highway 33

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1 year ago

September 22, 2023

STANISLAUS COUNTY – An investigation conducted by the Stanislaus County Sheriff’s Office closed down Highway 33 just outside the City of Newman Friday night.

Highway 33 between Stuhr and Anderson Roads was closed due to a large law enforcement presence. Early reports indicate a pursuit involving an armed suspect with shots fired, however no details have been released by officials.

Several witnesses in the area said they saw several law enforcement vehicles speeding up the highway with lights and sirens, followed by several booms from a nearby orchard.

Several agencies were on scene including Newman and Ceres Police Departments, California Highway Patrol and Merced County Sheriff’s Office. Some officials stated they came from as far as Los Banos due to the severity of the situation.

One ambulance was seen leaving the scene with lights and siren, presumably with the involved suspect.

Further details will be released as they are made available.

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Carlos Rodriguez is an Emmy Award winning photojournalist specializing in public safety and natural disasters. His passion for local news stems from a deep commitment to his community, with a selfless mission to inform the citizens of the valley. As he worked on assignment for 19 days at the devastating Camp Fire in Paradise, California, he spent most of his time helping survivors contact their loved ones to let them know they were ok. Carlos is a veteran of Univision, FOX, and Telemundo TV stations and a native of Modesto, California.

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Torrey Torres

September 23, 2023 at 7:57 pm

How sad, what is this world becoming.So scary.

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Crash Claims Life of Motorist in Northeast Modesto

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14 hours ago

March 19, 2025

Carlos Rodriguez

MODESTO – A Monday afternoon crash in the northeast side of the city claimed the life of a Waterford man, police reported.

At about 6:30pm emergency crews responded to a report of a two vehicle crash near the intersection of Claus and Milnes Roads. Arriving personnel found an unresponsive driver in one of the involved vehicles. Despite life saving efforts the driver died from his injuries.

Authorities say the investigation indicates a black Acura ILX was headed west on Milnes Road and was broadsided by a Ford F150 as it entered Claus Road.

No further details were released.

Police are asking for any witnesses to contact Officer Cristian Avina at avinac@modestopd.com.

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House Fire Leads to Evacuations

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23 hours ago

March 18, 2025

Carlos Rodriguez

CERES – Police officers evacuated neighboring residents near a home that caught fire late Tuesday night.

The fire was dispatched at about 11:15pm near the 1300 block of Riverette Drive. Arriving emergency personnel reported fire from the back of the home. Early reports indicate the occupants were able to safely escape.

Additional police officers responded to evacuate neighbors, some also responding to the nearby mobile home park.

Several fire crews responded to the scene. No further details were available at time of publication.

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Dale Road Shooting Suspect Identified

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1 day ago

March 18, 2025

CVTV Staff

MODESTO – Authorities identified the suspect involved in Monday afternoon’s shooting on Dale Road.

Jimmy Lee Rupe, 40 years old of Modesto, was involved in the incident that unfolded at Max Muscle on Dale Road. Police say he had multiple felony warrants for his arrest on firearms related charges and lewd acts with a child.

Details are still being investigated, but early reports indicate during the encounter with Rupe, gunfire was exchanged with officers. Rupe did not survive.

Much of Dale Road was closed through the evening while police investigated. Videos posted to social media groups showed a large police response and several gunshots being fired. One video showed people dining at a neighboring restaurant ducking under tables as the gunfire continued.

Police say a community briefing with more details will be provided in the near future.