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Suspect Arrested in Manteca Homicide Case

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4 months ago

June 7, 2023

SWAT officers at a fatal shooting crime scene in Manteca Monday afternoon.

MANTECA – Authorities arrested a man in connection to a fatal shooting that took place Monday afternoon, and charged him with murder.

Shortly before 1:00pm Monday officers with the Manteca Police Department responded to the 800 block of Mono Street for a report of gun fire with a person down. Arriving officers found a victim who appeared to have been struck by gunfire. Officers and medical personnel attempted to save the victim’s life, but he died at the scene.

Additional officers responded to the area and were able to quickly establish a crime scene. Officers were able to locate and detain a person of interest several blocks away. During the investigation he was determined to be involved in the shooting.

A SWAT team responded to the scene as well as officers from the Lathrop Police Department.

Marquis L. Williams was arrested and booked into jail on a murder charge. Authorities say although the arrest has been made, the investigation is ongoing.

Anyone with information regarding this incident is encouraged to contact Detective Garrett Morrison at (209) 456-8212.

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Man Killed in Gateway Court Shooting

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2 hours ago

October 2, 2023

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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 hours ago

October 2, 2023

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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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1 week ago

September 23, 2023

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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.