Press Releases
2021
On Wednesday, October 6, 2021, Investigators with the Turlock Police Department Special Investigations Unit (S.I.U.) received information from the Santa Clara Police Department of a possible juvenile human trafficking victim that was believed to be frequenting the Turlock area. The juvenile was considered to be high risk based on the circumstances in the missing person report.
On Wednesday, October 6, 2021, at approximately 8:55 am, Investigators with the Special Investigations Unit (S.I.U.) and Detectives with the Turlock Police Department served a search warrant in the 2800 block of Lassiter Lane, which is located in a commercial area of the city of Turlock.
On Thursday, September 23, 2021, at 10:53 p.m., Turlock Police Dispatch received reports of a vehicle vs. pedestrian collision in the intersection of Lander Avenue and E. Glenwood Avenue. As officers were responding, a witness updated Dispatchers that they were now following the responsible driver who was on scene, but was now leaving in their vehicle.
On Wednesday, September 22, 2021, Turlock Police Detectives arrested Miguel Perez (aka Victor Quiroz), a 37 year old male from Ceres, for multiple rental property fraud scams posted on Facebook Marketplace.
Turlock, California. – As part of Child Passenger Safety Week, the Turlock Police Department wants to make sure your child is in the right child safety seat.
A string of armed robberies at two AM/PM stores located in Turlock comes to an end after the suspect, Isaac Harp, a 19 year old male from Turlock, was arrested on Sunday, September 12, 2021.
Turlock, California. – On June 15, 2021, a homeless female adult reported to the Turlock Police Department that the previous evening she was picked up on Geer Road by a Hispanic male adult she described as 6 feet tall and about 250 pounds. He was driving a dark SUV. The suspect offered her a ride and told her he would “help her out.” After initially declining, the victim consented to the ride as the suspect was persistent. Instead of taking her to where she was going, he drove behind a closed business and raped her by force. The victim cooperated with the investigation and consented to a medical sexual assault investigation, where biological evidence was located.
Turlock, California. – The Turlock Police Department will hold a DUI Checkpoint September 4th from 10:00 PM until 1:30 AM at an undisclosed location within Turlock city limits.
As part of Pedestrian Safety Month, the Turlock Police Department is supporting efforts throughout September to improve pedestrian safety and help reduce crashes and injuries.
On Friday, August 20, 2021, at 11:07 p.m., Turlock Police officers were dispatched to the 1100 block of Pedras Road for the report of a shooting that had occurred that left one male victim with a gunshot wound.
As students head back to the classroom, schools and the communities around them are going to be busier than they’ve been since the start of the pandemic.
On Sunday, August 1, 2021, at 5:23 p.m., Turlock Police Officers were dispatched to the area of Park Street and N Soderquist Road for two males that appeared to be breaking into a community mailbox.
On Thursday, July 29, 2021, at approximately 10:37 am, the Turlock Police Department received a call of a vehicle collision involving a pedestrian in the loading dock in the 3000 block of Geer Road. Officers responded to the scene and discovered a male, who was believed to be sleeping, had been run over by the tires of a delivery vehicle that was in the process of backing into the loading dock of the business.
On Monday, July 26, 2021, at 1:51 am, the Turlock Police Department received calls that someone had been shot at a local bar in the 100 block of West Main Street in downtown Turlock. Multiple officers responded to the area. As an officer was approaching the back parking lot of the business, they were flagged down by someone who was with one of the victims. The victim had at least one gunshot wound and was seated in a vehicle parked in a nearby parking lot. The officer was able to provide medical aid to the victim until an ambulance and the Fire Department arrived to transport the victim to a local hospital. A second gunshot victim arrived at a local hospital on their own. Preliminary reports state that the extent of both injuries are not life threatening.
On Thursday, July 22, 2021, Turlock Police Department Detectives arrested 26 year old Vy Timmy Tuy, resident of Turlock, following a two-month investigation that originated after receiving three Cyber tips on May 20, 2021. These tips were investigated by a High Tech Crimes Detective and leads in the investigation pointed them to a residence located in the 1300 block of Geer Road.
On Friday, July 9, 2021, at approximately 8:56 am, the Turlock Police Department received a call of a vehicle collision involving a tractor trailer that had been rear-ended by a motorcyclist in the 4000 block of West Main Street. Officers responded to the scene and discovered the motorcyclist had died and life saving measures were not possible. The motorcyclist is described as a white male adult in his thirties. The identity of the motorcyclist is not being released until the male can be positively identified and next of kin notified.
On Sunday, June 27, 2021, at 8:16 a.m., Turlock Police Dispatch received multiple calls reporting a male subject with a handgun was chasing a female in the 800 block of Angelus. Witnesses also reported they heard the sounds of shots fired.
On Wednesday, June 2, 2021 at 8:15 a.m., Turlock Police Officers were dispatched to the 500 block of Sunnyside Drive for an arson. Prior to police officers’ and fire department personnel’s arrival, a neighbor noticed the fire and ran across the street to awaken the three adults and three young children who were all sleeping inside. The neighbor alerted the residents and they all safely exited without injury.
On Tuesday, May 18, 2021, Investigators with the Turlock Police Department Special Investigations Unit (S.I.U.) received information of a possible juvenile human trafficking victim that was believed to be frequenting the local area.
On Tuesday, May 11, 2021, Turlock Police Animal Services Officers were made aware of a residence in Turlock that was over the legal limit of three dogs per household. Animal Services Officers made contact with the resident, who said the animals were believed to be strays found around Turlock and agreed to surrender the animals.
Turlock, California. — May is National Bicycle Safety Month, and Turlock Police Department is encouraging drivers to slow down when passing bicyclists, and asks bicyclists to be visible, predictable, and safe on the road. “Bicyclists are safest when they act like and are treated the same as drivers,” Sergeant David Hall said. “Please share the road with bicyclists and think of them as your closest friends or family. We all want to get where we need to go safely, whether that is in the car or on a bike.” Turlock Police Department suggests the following safety tips for bicyclists and drivers: Drivers - Slow down. Give at least three to five feet of space when passing a bicyclist. - Wait for a safe place to pass when driving behind a bicycle, especially on narrow roads. California law requires drivers to provide at least three feet of space between a vehicle and bicycle. - If making a right turn, assume a bicyclist is traveling through the intersection unless they signal otherwise. - When making a left turn, yield to oncoming bicyclists just as you would for other drivers. - Look for bicyclists before opening a car door. - Never drive distracted or impaired. Bike Riders - Be predictable, safe, and seen, obey traffic laws, use hand signals, use lights at night (front white light and rear red reflector), and wear a helmet. - Bicyclists must travel in the same direction of traffic and have the same requirements as any slow-moving vehicle. - Avoid the door zone, do not ride too closely to parked cars. - If there’s a bike lane, use it, unless making a left turn, passing, or approaching a place where a right turn is allowed. - Yield to pedestrians. Bicyclists must yield the right-of-way to pedestrians within marked crosswalks or within unmarked crosswalks at intersections. Funding for this program was provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The Turlock Police Department is an active participant in the Crime Stoppers Program. Callers can leave an anonymous tip by calling Crime Stoppers at (209) 521-4636 and may be eligible for a cash reward. To receive more detailed, up-to-date information directly from the Turlock Police Department via e-mail or text message, register for "Nixle" alerts at www.Nixle.com or more directly at https://local.nixle.com/register/. Or, text your zip code to 888777 to receive text alerts only. For additional information, follow our social media pages on Facebook and Twitter. This information is being released by Turlock Police Department Sergeant David Hall. Any media requests should contact: Sergeant Michael Parmley Office of Professional Standards Turlock Police Department Office phone - (209) 668-6506 Email – mparmley@turlock.ca.us
On Sunday, May 9, 2021, at 10:22 pm, Turlock Police Dispatch received a report of a kidnapping in progress in the 600 block of Geer Road. The suspect, Alisha Gonzalez, a 26 year old female from Turlock, had kidnapped her juvenile child whom she does not have legal custody of. The child was at a relative’s house visiting, when Gonzalez arrived and put the juvenile in the back seat of her vehicle. Before Gonzalez could drive away, another adult family member got into the vehicle to prevent Gonzalez from leaving alone with the child. Gonzalez drove away in a gray Nissan Murano and later pushed the adult family member out of the vehicle.
On Wednesday, May 5, 2021, at approximately 11:05 pm, Turlock firefighters were on duty in the area of West Monte Vista Avenue and North Berkeley Avenue. There was heavy traffic as a result of a sideshow incident that was occurring in the area, which caused the fire engine to be temporarily blocked.
On Wednesday, May 5, 2021, at 7:41 pm, Turlock Police Officers made a traffic stop for vehicle code violations in the 400 block of Lander Avenue. During the traffic stop, officers detained four subjects and established probable cause to conduct a search of the vehicle. Twenty-eight pounds of pre-packaged marijuana along with approximately $35,000 was discovered. The marijuana had an approximate street value of $28,000.
On Monday, May 3, 2021, at approximately 12:37 am, the Turlock Police Department received calls of a bicyclist who had been struck by a vehicle in the 400 block of Lander Avenue. The driver of the vehicle, later determined to be Francisco Javier Castellon-Gonzalez, 22 years old, of Modesto, fled the scene while driving a white 2009 GMC pickup.
On Friday, April 23, 2021, at approximately 3:13 am, a masked, Hispanic male adult robbed a Turlock convenience store located in the 1600 block of West Main Street. Witnesses who were contacted at the scene reported to Officers that the suspect brandished a handgun and demanded money from the clerk.
On August 4, 2020, at approximately 1:03 a.m., Turlock Police responded to a call of an aggravated assault in progress in the 500 block of Twentieth Century Boulevard. When officers arrived, they located Amythest Cortez, 27 years, of Gustine who was shot. Despite advanced medical care, Ms. Cortez and her unborn baby died.
Turlock, California. – April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month, and the Turlock Police Department encourages drivers to give the phone a break and focus on the road.
On Sunday, March 28, 2021, at 12:20 am, Turlock Police officers were dispatched to the 3500 block of W. Monte Vista Avenue for the report of an injury accident of a solo vehicle that had collided into a fire hydrant and an irrigation box.
The Turlock Police Department is excited to announce the Community Advisory Board to the Chief of Police (CABCOP) has been selected and had its first official meeting on March 25, 2021.
Turlock, California – If you are celebrating St. Patrick’s Day, remember to do so responsibly by having a plan to get home safely.
On March 15, 2021, at approximately 6:53 am, the Turlock Police Department was called to the intersection of W. Monte Vista Ave and Del’s Ln for the report of a vehicle versus pedestrian collision.
Since mid-February, there have been 12 reported incidents of rims and tires being stolen off of vehicles overnight, leaving the victims to find their vehicle on bricks/cinder blocks in the morning. The targeted vehicles are newer models of Toyota Corollas, Toyota Camry’s, and Honda Accords with stock sport rims and tires. Of the 12 reported
On March 10, 2021, at approximately 5:05 pm, Owen Ramos, 23 years, resident of Modesto, was arrested in connection to the May 20, 2020, robbery and homicide that occurred in the 4300 block of Cherry Blossom Lane. Ramos is the third and final suspect wanted in this investigation. Ramos was identified as the driver involved in this incident. Ramos voluntarily came to Turlock Police Department and was subsequently arrested and booked at the Stanislas County Jail for robbery and unrelated warrants.
The vehicle involved the fatal hit and run that occurred on Saturday, March 6, 2021, is a 2014-2019 dark gray Mercedes Benz CLS 550 that has sustained front / front passenger side damage. Specifically, the front passenger mirror and front passenger turn signal will be missing.
On Saturday, March 6, 2021, at 7:17 pm, Turlock Police Officers were dispatched to a collision involving a vehicle and bicyclist on N. Front Street near the intersection of Almond Avenue. Prior to officers’ arrival, the involved vehicle fled the scene.
On Monday, February 08, 2021, at 1:48 pm, Turlock Police Officers were dispatched to a train vs. vehicle collision at the Monte Vista and Golden State railroad crossing in Turlock. In addition to TPD units, medical units from the Turlock Fire Department and AMR also arrived on scene.
On January 28 and 29, 2021, Officers from the Turlock Special Investigations Unit (SIU) participated in a multi-agency Human Trafficking Operation, which is known as Operation Rebuild and Reclaim. The operation is part of a collaboration from agencies around the State. Turlock Police Department SIU officers partnered with the Stanislaus County Sheriff's Department, who hosted the Operation.
Turlock, California – Whether it’s the commercials, halftime show or the game itself, the Turlock Police Department is reminding everyone that we are all on the same team when it comes to being safe on Super Bowl Sunday.
The Turlock Police Department wants to remind everyone to be aware of recent fraudulent crimes that have been occurring involving rental properties. Scammers have been posting ads on social media and through third party rental websites posing local properties as available to rent; however, these properties are occupied and/or not available. The suspect has no ownership to these properties whatsoever.
On Sunday, September 8, 2019, at approximately 1:06 a.m., Turlock Police Officers responded to a call of a large fight in the area of North Broadway and West Main Street. Officers arrived on scene and located a female victim in the roadway who had been struck by a vehicle, which immediately fled the area.
On Monday, November 16, 2020, at approximately 3:40 p.m., Turlock Police Officers responded to the 1600 block of Lander Avenue after receiving multiple calls of a shooting that had occurred. The victim, Joel Lopez Guzman, a 39 year-old male from Turlock, had been shot multiple times and later succumbed to his injuries after being transported to a local area hospital.
On Friday, January 1, 2021, at approximately 1:23 a.m., Turlock Police Officers responded to the Venice Motel in the 1100 block of North Golden State Boulevard for a report of an aggravated assault.
On Wednesday, January 6, 2021, at approximately 8:44 p.m., Turlock Police Officers responded to assist the Stanislaus County Sheriff’s Department on a Be On The Look-Out (BOL) for occupants in a white sedan who were seen shooting outside city limits, in the area of Berkeley Road and Alderson Road.
On May 20, 2020, at approximately 1:00 a.m., Turlock Police Dispatch received a call reporting that someone had been shot in the 4300 block of Cherry Blossom Lane. Officers responded and discovered a deceased male at the scene.
**UPDATE** At approximately 3:20 p.m., the Stanislaus County Sheriff’s Department Special Investigations Unit (SIU) located Ernesto Covarrubias, Jr. in the area of Mitchell Avenue and East Hawkeye Avenue. He was taken into custody without incident and turned over to Turlock Police Department Detectives.
2020
Turlock, CA – This holiday season, the Turlock Police Department wants to remind the public about the importance of being safe and sober when you are driving.
Turlock, California – The holidays will feel a bit different this year but one thing that has not changed is choosing a sober way to go.
On Monday, November 30, 2020, at approximately 5:21 p.m., Turlock Police Officers responded to a call of an injury collision in the 1100 block of North Golden State Boulevard.
Turlock, California. – The California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) is launching a new education campaign encouraging drivers to drive at a safe, legal speed.
On Monday, November 16, 2020, at approximately 3:40 p.m., Turlock Police Officers responded to the 1600 block of Lander Avenue after receiving multiple calls of a shooting that had occurred. The victim, Joel Lopez Guzman, a 39 year-old male from Turlock, had been shot multiple times and later succumbed to his injuries after being transported to a local area hospital.
On Sunday, November 8, 2020, at approximately 5:22 p.m., Turlock Police Officers responded to a call of an injury collision in the intersection of Lander Ave. and Linwood Ave. between a silver Ford SUV and a red Honda Civic. Officers arrived on scene and discovered an 11-year old female patient from the Honda Civic had suffered major injuries, as a result of the crash, and was immediately transported to a local area hospital where she tragically succumbed to her injuries.
On Wednesday, November 4, 2020, acting on a tip received from the Turlock Police Departments Drug Hotline, Detectives from the Turlock Police Department served a search warrant in the 1000 block of S. Tegner Rd. That search warrant resulted in the discovery of nearly 300 individually packaged and processed one-pound bags of marijuana and 17 marijuana plants.
On Thursday, October 22, 2020, at approximately 8:50 a.m., Detectives from the Turlock Police Department served a search warrant in the 3000 block of Village Park Ct. The investigation began back in July of 2020 when Detectives from the Special Investigations Unit (SIU) received an anonymous tip regarding criminal activity and a possible illegal marijuana cultivation at a residence.
Turlock, California – October is National Pedestrian Safety Month and the Turlock Police Department encourages the public to remember that everyone is a pedestrian.
Turlock, California – Despite the risks of phone use while driving, many California drivers continue to violate California’s hands-free cell phone law.
Turlock, California – The safety of everyone traveling is the focus of a grant awarded to the Turlock Police Department. The $60,500 dollar grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) will assist in the Turlock Police Department’s efforts to reduce deaths and injuries on City of Turlock roads.
On Friday, September 25, 2020, at approximately 2:23 a.m., the Turlock Fire Department responded to the 1000 block of N. Olive Ave. for a possible structure fire. Fire crews arrived on scene and discovered a portion of the fence and a tree were on fire in the alley at the 1000 block of Kenwood Ave. The fence was located on west side of the alley, which is within the jurisdiction of Stanislaus County. The fire was extinguished and fire crews cleared the scene. According to a representative with the Turlock Fire Department, the fire began as a debris fire in the alley which spread to the fence and trees.
On Monday, September 7, 2020, at approximately 4:15 a.m., Turlock Police Officers responded to the 200 block of N. Tully Road and discovered a shooting had occurred. The victim, Mario Meza, 26 year-old male from Modesto, had been shot and later succumbed to his injuries while in surgery at an area hospital.
Turlock, California. – September is Pedestrian Safety Month and the Turlock Police Department will join law enforcement agencies across the state to educate the public on how to be safe when walking or driving.
On Monday, September 7, 2020, at approximately 4:15 a.m., Turlock Police Officers responded to the 200 block of N. Tully Road and discovered a shooting had occurred. The victim, Mario Meza, 26 year-old male from Modesto, had been shot and later succumbed to his injuries while in surgery at an area hospital.
On Monday, September 7, 2020, at approximately 4:15 a.m., Turlock Police Dispatch received multiple calls reporting gunfire at a hotel in the 200 block of N. Tully Rd. Officers responded to the scene and located a Hispanic male who had suffered a single gunshot wound. That male was transported to a local area hospital where he succumbed to his injuries during surgery.
Turlock Police Detectives arrested Richard Merrill, a 25 year old male from Turlock, for attempt homicide in the 3400 block of Rochester Court in Turlock.
Turlock, California – On August 24, 2020, the Turlock Police Department will have additional officers on patrol looking for drivers that are violating the state’s hands-free cell phone law.
On August 13, 2020, at approximately 7:53 a.m., Turlock Police Dispatch received a call of an injury collision that involved several vehicles in the area of Highway 99 and West Canal Drive.
Turlock, California – While many of us have been staying at home during the COVID-19 pandemic, the Turlock Police Department is reminding everyone who does need to drive to do so while sober.
On August 4, 2020, at approximately 1:03 a.m., Turlock Police Dispatch received a call of an aggravated assault in progress in the 500 block of Twentieth Century Boulevard.
On August 4, 2020, at approximately 1:03 a.m., Turlock Police Dispatch received a call of an aggravated assault in progress in the 500 block of Twentieth Century Boulevard.
Turlock, California. – As we approach the 4th of July holiday, the Turlock Police Department encourages the public to be responsible and safe over the Independence Day Weekend by not driving impaired.
On Thursday, October 11, 2018, at approximately 8:55 P.M., Turlock Police Department received a 9-1-1 phone call advising of a drive by shooting that had just occurred in the 300 block of W. Linwood Avenue. The caller stated that two people had been shot. Multiple police officers responded to the scene and arrived within minutes of the initial 9-1-1 phone call. Upon arrival, officers located a young adult male who had sustained at least one gunshot wound. No other injured persons were located. Paramedics, who had been parked nearby when the shooting occurred, quickly arrived on scene, however, the victim had already succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced deceased at the scene. Detectives responded to the scene and took over the investigation. The victim has been identified as Johnny Wilson (18yr from Turlock).
On Thursday, October 18, 2018, at approximately 2:13 A.M., Turlock Police Department received several phone calls advising of a vehicle found stopped near the intersection of Fulkerth Road and Highway 99. The vehicle had obvious signs of having been shot at multiple times. Inside the vehicle, callers located two victims; the apparent driver and his occupant, who were deceased. Multiple police officers responded to the scene and located the victims, both of whom had been shot. Detectives responded to the scene and took over the investigation.