October 20, 2023 - Merced County Sheriff's Office officials report that early Thursday morning, the Merced County Sheriff's Office, alongside the Merced Police Department, City of Turlock - Turlock Police Department, Merced County Probation, Department of Justice, and Homeland Security, executed multiple search warrants around Merced County.

These search warrants stemmed from an investigation into the attempted double homicide shooting that took place on September 23, 2023, in Winton, California. Investigators located a firearm that we believe was used during the attempted double homicide. Ammunition that matched casings at the scene, was also found.

Three suspects, Joseph Herrera, Irvin De La Cruz and Nathaniel Barrios, have been arrested for two counts of attempted homicide with gang enhancements. This investigation is still ongoing and we anticipate there will be additional arrests.

Source: Merced County Sheriff's Office