3 people killed on Hwy 101 accident in King City

On Wednesday morning, November 21 at 6:10 am, a fatal traffic collision occurred on US-101 Southbound, south of Central Avenue in King City. The collision occurred as a driver operating a Chevy Astro Van Farm Labor Vehicle failed to yield to the right of way to oncoming traffic as it proceeded westbound into the direct path of a Dodge Journey, from US-101 northbound. The driver of the Dodge Journey was travelling southbound on US-101 as the driver of the Chevy attempted to cross the southbound lanes directly ahead. The front of the Dodge Journey collided with the right passenger side of the Chevy. At the time of this preliminary report, a total of the three individuals sustained fatal injuries as a result of this collision. California Highway Patrol Officers, multiple AMR personel and Cal-Fire Department personnel responded to the scene. The number two lane of southbound US-101 was closed for several hours to investigate the traffic collision and to facilitate removal of the involved vehicles. The identities of the deceased are not being released, pending next of kin notifications. It is not immediately known if alcohol and/or drugs were a factor as the accident is still under investigation.

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King City Man Arrested on January 6 for Rape, Unlawful Sexual Intercourse with a Minor and Kidnapping

According to King City Police Department, on December 30, 2024 a 17-year-old minor female victim reported that she had attended a party on the 100 Block of Bedford Circle on December 24, 2024. During the party, the suspect provided her with alcohol. He then pulled the victim into a bedroom, forcibly removed her clothing and had sexual intercourse with her against her will. This case was investigated by the King City Police Department Investigations Unit which resulted in the apprehension and arrest on January 6, 2025 of the suspect identified as 21-year-old Jesus Oseguera Briseno of King City. Briseno was also booked into the Monterey County Jail charged with Rape, Unlawful Sexual Intercourse with a Minor and Kidnapping. Anyone with further information regarding this case is encouraged to contact the King City Police Department at (844) 844-3382; Sergeant Josh Partida (831) 385-4848 or jpartida@kingcity.com; or the WeTip line at 1-800-78-CRIME. Your call may remain completely ano...

Attempted Homicide Shooting Incident in King City on September 29

The King City Police Department received a report of gunshots heard in the area of the 600 block of Sycamore Street at around 1 am on Sunday, September 29. While enroute, the King City PD was advised that 2 victims were transported to Mee Memorial Hospital by private vehicle to be treated for gunshot wounds. Upon arrival, officers were told that a single unknown suspect opened the gate to a fenced yard and fired 10 rounds into a crowd attending a party. 2 individuals were struck by the gunfire, after-which the suspect fled on foot. The suspect was described as wearing a dark colored hoodie and pants. The 2 victims are a 16-year-old juvenile male who was shot 3 times and an 18-year-old male who was shot 1 time. Both victims were transported to Natividad Hospital from Mee Memorial and are currently listed in stable condition. Detectives from the King City Police Department are currently working the investigation with assistance from the Greenfield Police Dep...

3 Vehicle Wreck on Highway 101 Outside of King City on December 26

A 3 vehicle accident happened on Highway 101 Northbound near the Central Avenue exit outside of King City at 12:07 pm on Thursday afternoon, December 26. One of the vehicles overturned as a result of the crash. Minor injuries were reported from the collision.

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