Updated information links below. Sadly, the family has been found deceased.
October 4, 2022 - We believe this to be the suspect in the Monday, October 3, 2022, kidnapping. He is described as a light-complected male with a shaved head. He was last seen wearing a hoodie. We consider the suspect to be armed and dangerous. If you see this person, please call 9.1.1. and do not approach him or the victims. We're asking that anyone with information regarding the identity of this suspect to contact the Merced County Sheriff's Office Investigations Bureau at (209) 385-7445.
A message from Sheriff Vern Warnke regarding this kidnapping (video above). If you or anyone you know has any information regarding this case, please call our Investigations Bureau at (209) 385-7445.
Source: Merced County Sheriff's Office
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