Law enforcement officers investigate the scene of an officer-involved shooting on Snelling Road in Merced County, Calif., on Friday, March 10, 2017. Kevin William Mayhew, 41, of Turlock, fled Thursday while Turlock Police served a search warrant. Mayhew led law enforcement agencies on a pursuit entering Merced County. The chase …
Read More »Suspect who shot at law enforcement is son of Stanislaus County judge
The son of a Stanislaus County Superior Court judge is the subject of a multi-agency investigation after he led police on an overnight pursuit that ended in a gun battle … Click to Continue »
Read More »2 injured in Delhi after crashing stolen car during chase with law enforcement
Two men suffered major injuries and were rushed to hospitals Thursday afternoon when they crashed a stolen car into a ditch in Delhi while running from a Merced County sheriff’s … Click to Continue »
Read More »Law enforcement, elected officials oppose governor’s Prop. 57
Officials from Merced, Mariposa and Stanislaus counties came together Thursday to voice opposition to Proposition 57, the governor’s public safety and rehabilitation act. Merced County District Attorney Larry Morse II … Click to Continue »
Read More »Merced County law enforcement failing, report says
Merced County is failing at curbing mass incarceration, upholding police accountability and preventing gun violence, according to a report issued from PICO National Network. The report, done in conjunction with … Click to Continue »
Read More »Sheriff, DA join in criticism of county law enforcement funding
District attorney and sheriff say supervisors have done nothing to address gang violence Sheriff’s office attributes high vacancy rate to low wages amid record-high crime years Supervisors say they have approved staffing increases, plus equipment and project funding … Click to Continue »
Read More »ISIS forum draws religious leaders and law enforcement
Religious leaders and law enforcement leaders shared one stage in Fresno Wednesday night. They came together to address concerns over the terror group ISIS. A forum was held at the Islamic Cultural Center. The goal was to address the difference between ISIS and Muslims who live in our area. The …
Read More »Drones Affect Local Law Enforcement
When drones are flown in the air path of the aviators, that can create a problem. Cal Fire reported that a drone went up into their airspace Sunday, when fighting the Corrine fire. "You want to make sure you pay attention, you know what’s around you in your surroundings", says …
Read More »Fresno law enforcement cameras and reporting use of force
Thursday Fresno’s city council approved the purchase and use of 400 body cameras for the city’s police officers. Fresno’s police chief says he’s focused on the transparency of law enforcement and he’s working on new protocol for documenting any use of force situations. In addition to the body cameras at …
Read More »CA Attorney General Kamala Harris Honors Valley Law Enforcement Officers
California’s Attorney General Kamala Harris stopped off in Clovis Thursday to honor several police and C.H.P. officers. It was part of the annual Peace Officer Commendation Award ceremony. This year, it took place inside the Clovis Veteran’s Memorial. Harris says some of the best police work in the country is …
Read More »Cinco de Mayo poses challenge for law enforcement
Even on a Tuesday evening the Cinco de Mayo celebration is bringing people out for cold adult beverages and Mexican cuisine. These customs are expected during this celebration. Unfortunately, so is the decision to drink and drive. Police say people are more likely to be killed by a drunk driver …
Read More »Cadets Ready For Difficult Time In Law Enforcement
Local police academy cadets are preparing to graduate this summer and begin their careers. They’ll begin working in law enforcement during a time when civil unrest and public mistrust is a topic of discussion nationwide. The dozens of cadets who may soon be patrolling Central Valley streets say they’re ready …
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