Madera man pleads guilty to molesting boy in Soledad

Monterey County District Attorney Jeannine M. Pacioni announced this week that on Tuesday, May 21, 23-year-old Jacob Mendez of Madera pled guilty to committing assault with the intent to commit sexual penetration, and annoying or molesting a minor under the age of 18 years of age in Soledad in December of 2018. The assault charge is a violent felony and is considered a “strike” under California’s Three Strikes law. The young boy who was a minor at the time, reported that Mendez, who is a family member, was visiting from out-of-town and was staying with him and his family in Soledad. The victim stated that one evening, Mendez laid down next to him on a mattress and began to touch his body over his clothing. The boy told Mendez to stop touching him. Mendez admitted to the boy that he knew his conduct was wrong because the boy was a minor. Mendez stopped touching the boy and left the bedroom. The boy then fell asleep and awoke shortly thereafter to Mendez sexually assaulting him underneath the boy's clothing. Judge Carrie M. Panetta will set a sentencing date on June 18, 2019. Mendez faces up to 4 years in prison. In addition, he will be required to register as a sex offender for life. The case was investigated by Officer M. Yasin and other officers from the Soledad Police Department. John Doe was assisted by District Attorney Victim Witness Assistance Program Coordinator Alma Sanchez.

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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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