2 Gang Members in King City Convicted of Attempted Murder for the Benefit of the Sureno Criminal Street Gang

SALINAS, California- Monterey County District Attorney Jeannine M. Pacioni announced on Thursday, Macrh 25 that 23-year-old Heber Veronica and 22-year-old Francisco Martinez both of King City each pled guilty to attempted murder while personally discharging firearms for the benefit of the Sureno Criminal Street Gang. On January 13, 2018 in the City of King, Veronica and Martinez were traveling on San Antonio Drive when they observed an SUV they thought was occupied by Norteno Criminal Street Gang members. Veronica and Martinez displayed gang signs and followed the SUV from San Antonio Drive onto Highway 101 northbound. The victims realized they could not out-run Veronica and Martinez and decided to turn around and head back to town. Veronica, the driver, and Martinez, the front passenger, began shooting at the victim SUV striking it once. As the victim SUV began traveling southbound Veronica and Martinez continued to give chase. During the shooting the victims were actively reporting to 911. Monterey County Park Ranger Smith heard the 911 call and observed the suspected vehicle and attempted a traffic stop. Veronica and Martinez exited Highway 101 at the Wild Horse offramp. Ranger Smith saw 2 handguns thrown from the passenger side of the suspected vehicle. Law enforcement later recovered 2 loaded handguns. The Honorable Mark E. Hood accepted the guilty pleas and will preside over the sentencings on April 29, 2021. Heber Veronica will receive 20 years in the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitations and Francisco Martinez will receive 12 years. The convictions are considered strikes under California 3 Strikes Laws. The case was investigated by Monterey Sheriff’s Department Deputy Villanueva, Detective Jesse Pinion, Sergeant Bryan Hoskins and District Attorney Investigator John Magana. Allied agencies include the Monterey County Parks Department, the King City Police Department, the California Highway Patrol and the Monterey County District Attorney’s Office.

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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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