Homicide Investigation in Unincorporated Modesto 

June 23, 2026 – Stanislaus County Sheriff's Office officials report that on Sunday, June 21, 2026, at approximately 3:30 p.m., deputies responded to the area of River Road and Bystrum Road in the unincorporated area of Modesto following reports of an assault involving weapons.

Upon arrival, deputies located an adult male lying on the ground with at least one apparent gunshot wound. A passerby discovered the victim and began CPR before emergency responders arrived. Despite those efforts, deputies determined the victim had sustained fatal injuries and confirmed he was deceased at the scene.

Due to the nature of the incident, detectives assigned to the Sheriff's Office Major Crimes Unit responded and assumed responsibility for the investigation. The Stanislaus County Sheriff's Office Coroner's Office also responded to assist. The identity of the victim is being withheld pending notification of next of kin.

At this time, investigators have not identified a suspect, and no arrests have been made. Detectives are actively pursuing leads and are asking anyone who may have witnessed the incident, observed suspicious activity in the area, or has information that may assist investigators to come forward.

Anyone with information is encouraged to contact Detective Juan Rodriguez at (209) 567-4485. Those wishing to remain anonymous may contact Stanislaus Area Crime Stoppers at 1-866-60-CRIME or submit a tip through stancrimetip.org

This investigation remains active and ongoing. Additional information will be released as it becomes available and can be shared without compromising the investigation.

Source: Stanislaus County Sheriff's Office