Crime

Shots Fired During Vigil Near Site of Recent Double Juvenile Homicide in Merced
Merced, CA (January 22, 2026) — Merced Police confirmed that shots were fired during a vigil held near the Merced…
Identified: Two Merced Teens Killed in Shooting Near East 13th Street
Los Banos, CA (January 21, 2026) — Two teenage boys were killed in a shooting Monday night in Merced, according…
Two Found Dead Near 13th and G Streets in Merced
Update: Merced police have confirmed the incident is being investigated as a homicide. Authorities stated that the two victims found…
Former Modesto Junior High Principal Faces Criminal Charges in Merced County Case
Merced, CA (January 19, 2026) — A former Modesto City Schools junior high principal is facing criminal charges filed in…
Winton Man Arrested After Brief Pursuit Following Reported Domestic Incident
Winton, CA (January 16, 2026) — Deputies responded to a report of a possible domestic incident in the Winton area…
Merced Man Arrested After 20 Malnourished Animals Seized in Animal Neglect Investigation
Merced, CA (January 16, 2026) — Merced County Sheriff’s Office Animal Services officers responded to a residence in the 5200…
Routine CHP Traffic Stop on Highway 99 Near Le Grand Leads to Rifle, Suspected Meth Seizure
Merced, CA (January 13, 2026) — What began as a routine traffic enforcement stop on southbound Highway 99 near Le…
Winton man accused of shooting a dog and forcing its owner to bury it at gunpoint
Winton, CA (January 13, 2026) — A Winton man has been arrested following an investigation into an alleged incident in…
16-Year-Old Arrested in Gang-Related Shooting at Winton Apartment Complex
Winton, CA (January 9, 2026) — The Merced County Sheriff’s Office announced the arrest of a 16-year-old juvenile in connection…