Templeton CHP is seeking man involved in hit and run accident

The Templeton CHP is looking for information regarding a hit and run incident that occurred sometime after 9 am on Wednesday morning, April 3 on Highway 101 Northbound near Traffic Way in Atascadero. The accident injured 48-year driver Richard Jennings of Atascadero who was driving a tan Toyota Tacoma that was struck by a Ford F-150 driven by 40-year-old Richard Gonzales of Creston. Jennings drove his tan Toyota Tacoma northbound on US 101 in the #3 lane at a speed of 50 mph and was going to exit at Traffic Way. However, a white Ford F-150 made an unsafe lane change into the #3 lane and into the right side of the Toyota Tacoma which veered out of control off the freeway, went through a perimeter fence striking a large oak tree, finally coming to rest in the Denny's parking lot on El Camino Real in Atascadero. Witnesses saw the driver of the F-150 pull over on the Traffic way off ramp and exit the pickup. He took all the vehicle's paperwork out of the glove box and fled off the freeway, over a perimeter fence towards El Camino Real. He is described as a white male, about 40 years of age and 200 pounds wearing dark clothing. The suspect left numerous items of personal identification in the F-150 such as a California photo ID, a lap top computer, items with his full name and date of birth, and other correspondence with his full name and home address. The F-150 was impounded for evidence and a suspect is being sought. This is an ongoing investigation and no further details are available at this time. This information is being released to solicit the public's assistance in apprehending this suspect. The suspect being sought is 40-year-old Richard Lawrence Gonzalez with a last know address out of Creston, CA. If anyone knows the whereabouts of Richard Lawrence Gonzalez, or if he wishes to turn himself in, they are urged to contact the Templeton office of the California Highway Patrol at (805)434-1822.

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Lake San Antonio Closed Due to Large Scale Fish Die Off; Number of Fish Impacted is Increasing and Reason for Die Off Remains Unknown

July 9, 2024- Out of abundance of caution for public health, County of Monterey Parks is closing the Lake San Antonio facility due to a large-scale fish die off from an unknown cause. On July 5, 2024, Parks staff noticed that dead baitfish, mostly shad, began washing up on the shore around Lake San Antonio and immediately contacted California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) to report the situation. At that time, the CDFW fisheries biologist stated the fish die off was most likely due to the high temperatures and low dissolved oxygen level in the water and that the situation most likely did not present a risk to the public. Parks staff also contacted the Water Resources Agency (WRA), State Water Resources Control Board and Environmental Health Bureau. Unfortunately, the fish die off has continued with larger species such as bass, catfish, crappie, carp, and trout being impacted. Attached photos include a 3–4-pound bass. CDFW, WRA and EHB are working together to try to determi

Suspect Vehicle in King City Quadruple Homicide on March 3 Has Been Located

The Monterey County Sheriff’s Office, on behalf of the King City Police Department is informing the community that the suspect vehicle involved in a quadruple homicide that occurred Sunday, March 3 on the 200 block of North Second Street in King City, has been located and recovered. The vehicle was located in an unincorporated area of South Monterey County. The King City Police Department is receiving assistance from multiple local and federal law enforcement partners in this investigation. Based on the nature of this investigation, no further details regarding the recovery of this vehicle are being released at this time. The Monterey County Sheriff's Office and the King City PD are asking the community for their assistance in reporting any information they may know regarding this incident which tragically left 4 people dead and 7 people injured, two with critical injuries. Information can be provided by contacting the following: King City Detective Sergeant Josh Partida 831-3

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 Department Crime Scene Unit

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