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The Merced County Sheriff's Office has told Merced Golden Wire News that a small private plane has crashed near Los Ba...
08/27/2025


The Merced County Sheriff's Office has told Merced Golden Wire News that a small private plane has crashed near Los Banos.

Authorities confirmed they are coordinating with the FAA and NTSB and will have more information soon.

Merced Sheriff's Detectives responded to the 4600 block of Hunt Road in Gustine on August 20th, 2025, for a homicide inv...
08/26/2025

Merced Sheriff's Detectives responded to the 4600 block of Hunt Road in Gustine on August 20th, 2025, for a homicide investigation.

The Merced County Coroner's Office has identified the victim as 45-year-old Gilberto Ramirez from Gustine. The investigation is ongoing.

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact Detective Jose Sanchez at (209) 446-0405.

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08/26/2025

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08/21/2025


Merced Fire Department is currently attending to a commercial structure fire in the 1300 block of W. Main Street.

They ask that the public stay clear of the area to allow fire crews to operate safely.

A considerable amount of smoke is drifting south of the incident. Residents in the area are advised to stay indoors and minimize exposure to the smoke whenever possible.

Yesterday afternoon, Deputies responded to a call in the 4600 block of Hunt Road in Gustine, where a deceased male with...
08/21/2025



Yesterday afternoon, Deputies responded to a call in the 4600 block of Hunt Road in Gustine, where a deceased male with a gunshot wound was discovered.

Detectives responded to the scene and determined the incident was a homicide. A suspect, 46-year-old Timothy Fontes, was identified.

Detectives found Fontes down the street from the crime scene, and the Merced Sheriff SWAT team was activated to assist with apprehension.

The SWAT team located Fontes and took him into custody without further incident this morning. Fontes was booked into the Merced County Sheriff's Office Jail on homicide charges.

Anyone with information regarding this incident should contact Detective Jose Sanchez at (209)446-0405.

Merced Sheriff's deputies responded to the 4600 block of Hunt Road in Gustine today at approximately 4:14 PM following a...
08/21/2025

Merced Sheriff's deputies responded to the 4600 block of Hunt Road in Gustine today at approximately 4:14 PM following a report of a male suffering from a gunshot wound.

The male was pronounced deceased at the scene, and the Merced Sheriff's Detective Bureau was subsequently notified.

This incident is being investigated as a suspicious death. Please avoid the area as the scene remains active.

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact the Detective Bureau at 209-385-7445.

On Wednesday at approximately 11:37 am, Merced Sheriff's Animal Control Officers were dispatched to Winfield Elementary ...
08/20/2025

On Wednesday at approximately 11:37 am, Merced Sheriff's Animal Control Officers were dispatched to Winfield Elementary School to investigate a report of aggressive dogs.

Deputies subsequently tracked the dogs to a residence in the 6900 block of Chestnut Lane.

Upon approaching the residence, it is believed that four shots were fired at the officers, prompting them to retreat to safety.

Deputies immediately responded to the area, and Winfield Middle School was placed on lockdown.

Families associated with the school are advised to reunite at the Walnut Avenue side of Winfield Middle School.

The Merced County Sheriff's Office SWAT team responded to the scene.

No injuries have been reported, and no additional shots have been fired. This remains an active scene; please avoid the area.

CHP Merced is currently on the scene of a semi-truck accident on southbound SR-99 at Martin Luther King Jr. Way, where a...
08/19/2025

CHP Merced is currently on the scene of a semi-truck accident on southbound SR-99 at Martin Luther King Jr. Way, where a load of grapes has spilled across the lanes.

Traffic is moving at a reduced speed of 5–10 mph and backing up as crews work to clear the roadway.

If you are traveling in this direction, please expect delays and exercise extra caution when approaching responders and cleanup crews.

Photos: CHP - Merced

A new signage for the new shopping stores opening at the Marketplace at Merced is evolving rapidly. Stay tuned for the o...
08/15/2025

A new signage for the new shopping stores opening at the Marketplace at Merced is evolving rapidly. Stay tuned for the opening date soon to be announced.

This morning, around 9:45 a.m., a joint response by deputies and California Highway Patrol officers was initiated at the...
08/07/2025

This morning, around 9:45 a.m., a joint response by deputies and California Highway Patrol officers was initiated at the San Luis National Wildlife Refuge on Highway 165 for a welfare check concerning an unresponsive person.

Deputies confirmed the presence of a deceased male subject at the scene. Investigators from the Merced County Sheriff's Office are diligently working on the death investigation.

With the case still active, individuals with information are asked to contact the Merced County Sheriff's Office at (209) 385-7445, with the option to remain anonymous.

Merced Police confirm a male individual was shot and killed on Tuesday afternoon in Merced. A suspect is reportedly on t...
08/06/2025

Merced Police confirm a male individual was shot and killed on Tuesday afternoon in Merced. A suspect is reportedly on the loose.

The shooting took place at an apartment complex on Glen Avenue.

Details surrounding the incident and a suspect description have not been provided at this time.

Merced Police have recovered the stolen wooden bear plaque from Applegate Park, which was replaced two months ago. The p...
08/05/2025

Merced Police have recovered the stolen wooden bear plaque from Applegate Park, which was replaced two months ago.

The plaque was found inside a house during a search warrant ex*****on.

Authorities have not made any arrests in connection with the theft yet.

Photo: Merced Police

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