As part of his plea deal, Mendoza waived his right to appeal the decision. Trebek hosted the show since 1984. MODESTO, Calif. (KTXL) — The Modesto Police Department released body cam video of officers responding to a triple shooting and video of an officer shooting the … Update: Two people dead, another wounded in Modesto shooting on Semple Street October 17, 2020 6 ... John Holland covers breaking news and has been with The Modesto Bee since 2000. In exchange, the District Attorney’s Office agreed to stop seeking the death penalty. Detectives with the Crimes Against Persons Unit and Internal Affairs Investigators responded to the scene. Read the latest local updates from Modesto, Turlock, Ceres and Oakdale in the California Central Valley area. “You have to understand, this was not supposed to happen here.”. Alex Trebek, longtime host of the popular game show Jeopardy! Two people are dead and another is in serious condition after a shooting Friday night north of downtown Modesto. Carlos Rodriguez is an Emmy Award winning photojournalist specializing in public safety and natural disasters. The circumstances leading up to the shooting were under investigation. As he worked on assignment for 19 days at the devastating Camp Fire in Paradise, California, he spent most of his time helping survivors contact their loved ones to let them know they were ok. Carlos is a veteran of Univision, FOX, and Telemundo TV stations and a native of Modesto, California. Don't miss today's news on crime, fire, weather, traffic and community issues. The incident happened near the intersection of Crows Landing Road and Butte Avenue shortly after 9:30pm. The Stanislaus County Sheriff air unit also responded to assist searching the area. Mendoza was sentenced by Judge Ricardo Cordova and remanded for transportation to state prison. The Modesto Police Department said the shooting … Mendoza was captured after the December 26th, 2018 shooting of Corporal Singh and fleeing south. MODESTO – Paulo Virgen Mendoza, also known as Gustavo Perez Arriaga, pleaded guilty Thursday to the shooting death of Newman Police Corporal Ronil Singh. MODESTO, Calif. — Three people are in the hospital after a shooting in Modesto, a spokesperson with the Stanislaus County Sheriff's Office said. 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MODESTO – Paulo Virgen Mendoza, also known as Gustavo Perez Arriaga, pleaded guilty Thursday to the shooting death of Newman Police Corporal Ronil Singh. Required fields are marked *. Suspect in Newman Police Corporal Killing Case Receives Life Sentence, Update: Two Found Shot, Investigated as Murder – Suicide, Authorities Investigate Home Invasion, Shooting, Fundraiser for Motorcyclist Killed in Crash, Police Investigate Major Crash in Modesto, Pedestrian Critically Injured in Stockton Crash, Driver Suspected of Hit and Run in Ceres Arrested, New Turlock Drive-In a Smash Hit with Jurassic Park, Mask Donations Are a Labor of Love for Duo, Political Candidate Signs Damaged, Defaced in Ceres, National Poll Worker Recruitment Day Set to Encourage Volunteers, Record High Temperature Records Tied and Broken, Excessive Heat Watch Issued For The Region, Records Set And Tied For Warmest August In The Region, Red Flag Warning Issued Due to Potential Thunderstorms. The area on McHenry Avenue between Roseburg and Mensinger Avenues was taped off with yellow and red crime scene tape. The announcement came on the show’s official Twitter account. “Yes he was a police officer, but more importantly he was a human being.”. “Jeopardy! Mendoza also admitted to acting intentionally, deliberately and with premeditation, as well as intentionally discharging a firearm causing death. 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The long time game show host was saluted for his calm response and positive outlook through his diagnosis, at one point joking he planned on surviving “because he had to,” as his Jeopardy! Police Arrest Felon With Gun After a Pursuit, Crash, Modesto Authorities Release Stockton Officer Involved Shooting Video, Your email address will not be published. Shooting Investigated in Stanislaus County. Shortly after shots were fired, injuring the man. John Holland covers breaking news and has been with The Modesto Bee since 2000. This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply. The long time game show host was saluted for his calm response and positive outlook through his diagnosis, at one point joking he planned on surviving “because he had to,” as his Jeopardy! His passion for local news stems from a deep commitment to his community, with a selfless mission to inform the citizens of the valley. Officials said deputies encountered a man who was the subject of a 911 call. Officials said deputies encountered a man who was the subject of a 911 call. Loved Ones Mourn Loss of Ceres Woman Killed in Shooting, Ceres Woman Faces Charges in Fatal Oakdale Crash, Fatal Stabbing Investigated as Homicide, Suspect Arrested. Corporal Singh left behind a wife and infant son of five months at the time of the shooting. She has been featured on Investigation Discovery, profiling local homicide cases. Real-time updates and all local stories you want right in the palm of your hand. Click below to view original video from the case. MODESTO – Authorities investigated a shooting involving at least one police officer Wednesday afternoon. We’ll have more on this breaking story as information becomes available. is saddened to share that Alex Trebek passed away peacefully at home early this morning, surrounded by family and friends. Scott Peterson could soon be moved off death row, into a county jail. MODESTO – Paulo Virgen Mendoza, also known as Gustavo Perez Arriaga, pleaded guilty Thursday to the shooting death of Newman Police Corporal Ronil Singh. In 2018, she was considered one of the top 40 journalism students in the United States and received a scholarship to cover international conflict news near the Israeli-Syrian Border for 10 Days. The Stanislaus County District Attorney’s Office said Mendoza entered the guilty plea, admitting to three special circumstances. died Sunday morning. Thank you, Alex.”. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. The incident happened near a parking lot near the intersection of McHenry and Roseburg Avenues shortly before 4:00pm according to police spokeswoman Sharon Bear. There was crime scene tape at the northeast end of the park starting at the corner of West Robinhood Drive and North Sherwood Way. No details regarding the circumstances of the shooting were released Sunday night. “Yes he was a police officer, but more importantly he was a human being.”. The shooting occurred around noon near the park just east of the Sherwood Mall Shopping Center. Mendoza agreed to life in state prison without the possibility of parole. Body camera video of the incident is expected to be released later today. Modesto Authorities Release Stockton Officer Involved Shooting Video, Police Release McHenry Avenue Shooting Video, Your email address will not be published. At about 5:40pm deputies responded to a disturbance on the 1700 block of North Gratton Road. Both were enhancements to his charges. Authorities said he had entered the country illegally, and had two prior DUI arrests in the Madera/Chowchilla area.