MODESTO POLICE DEPARTMENT

MPD Detectives are looking to identify a theft suspect from our local Target and the Turlock Target. He is suspected of stealing multiple X Box consoles, games and accessories over the last week or two. Call Crime Stoppers with any information that would assist us in identifying or locating him. 209-521-4636. #whosthatwednesday

THANK YOU to all of the first responders that keep our community safe! The partnerships between our local agencies, hospitals and paramedics are second to none! #NationalFirstRespondersDay

We would like to give a special shout out to RJ Schinner! This morning they donated a pallet of hand sanitizer for our officers. Thank you, it is greatly appreciated. #inthistogether

Congratulations to Officer Jacob Hook for being recognized as the 2019 American Legion Officer of the Year!

October 26, 2020: Video Press Release of Officer Involved Shooting at Walgreens, 1101 McHenry Avenue on October 21, 2020. This video contains footage from the officer’s body worn cameras. ... *Viewer discretion is advised. https://youtu.be/Xm3oVrgroNo

All smiles for this Monday morning. #mondaymindset

Come out to the Virginia Trail before 1 p.m. or until supplies run out! We are going to be providing bicycle/pedestrian educational presentations and distributing bicycle helmets. California Office of Traffic Safety Safe Kids Stanislaus

***Located*** Robert Finister has been located safe and is now back at home. Thank you MPD followers for the shares! Original post: MPD needs your help in locating 35-year-old Robert Finister.... He was last seen around the area of Roselawn Ave and Pelton Ave area in Modesto around 8:00am on 10/22/20. He was last seen wearing a grey sweatshirt, blue jeans, green shoes and has a dark colored backpack. He is described as 6 ft tall, weighs 165 pounds, has black hair, and brown eyes. Upon contact, Robert may appear disoriented or confused. Please call the non-emergency number at 552-2470 if you see him. Thank You!

Teach Teen Drivers the Rules of the Road to Keep Them Safe. National Teen Driver Safety Week is Oct. 18-24 Modesto, Calif. This week (Oct. 18-24) is National Teen Driver Safety Week, and Modesto Police Department is encouraging parents to discuss the importance of safe driving habits with their teens as newly licensed drivers.... This week, and every week, we want parents to get involved with their teen’s new responsibilities as a driver and help them understand the rules of the road. New drivers will naturally be inexperienced, Sergeant Lance Nicolai said. Parents play an important role helping teens stay safe behind the wheel. It starts with practicing good habits like wearing a seat belt, staying off the phone and following the speed limit. The greatest risk for teen drivers is distracted driving, speeding, and impairment. Throughout the week the Modesto Police Department offers tips to parents and caregivers on how to talk to teens about the consequences of making dangerous and illegal choices behind the wheel. Avoid Distractions: Cell phone use while driving is illegal. Drivers under 18 are not allowed to use a phone or other electronic device for any reason, including hands-free. Understand Graduated Driver Licensing (GDL) Laws: For the first 12 months you have a license or until the age of 18, no passengers under 20 years old are allowed unless a licensed parent, guardian or other adult 25 years old or older is in the car with you. Late-night driving (between 11 p.m. and 5 a.m.) is also not permitted. Never Drive Under the Influence: All teens are too young to legally buy, possess or consume alcohol. Under California’s zero tolerance law, any driver under 21 cannot drink any alcohol and drive (blood alcohol concentration of .01% or higher). Follow the Speed Limit: The road is not a racetrack. Speeding is a risky behavior that increases the chances of serious injury or death in a crash. It’s important for parents to let their teen know that driving is not a right, but a privilege. It can be taken away when they don’t follow the rules. For more safe driving tips to share with your teens, visit gosafelyca.org. To learn more about state laws for different traffic safety issues, visit the Governors Highway Safety Association website. Funding for this program is provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

Congratulations to Sergeant Randy Davis on your well deserved award.

October 22, 2020: SUSPECT IN OFFICER INVOLVED SHOOTING AT WALGREENS HAS BEED IDENTIFIED AND ARRESTED. The suspect from yesterday’s officer involved shooting has been identified as 30-year-old Daniel Ahlschlager. The address on file for him is listed as transient. He suffered minor injuries and was treated at a local hospital before being arrested on the following charges: * Ex-felon with a firearm... * Carrying a loaded firearm in a public place * Carrying a loaded concealed weapon * Possession of a controlled substance while possessing a firearm * Possession of ammunition by a person prohibited from owning or possessing a firearm * First degree burglary * Assault on a peace officer The driver of the vehicle Ahlschlager was in was not charged with any crime. No further details are available at this time.

Update: The roadway is now open. MPD is investigating a vehicle accident at 14th and K Street. Expect traffic congestion in the area. Use alternate routes if possible.

***Located*** Ashley Huebsch was located. She is safe and now at home. Thank you MPD Followers for all the shares! Original Post: MPD needs your help in locating 29-year-old Ashley Huebsch. She was last seen around 5:00 am today in the area of Kruger Dr and Rose Ave on foot in Modesto.... Ashley was last seen wearing a brown halter top and black pants. She is 5’03 tall and weighs about 120 lbs, long brown hair, and brown eyes. Upon contact, Ashley may be disoriented or confused. Please call the non-emergency dispatch number at 209-552-2470 if you see her. Thank you!

FYI: MFD will be conducting a training burn today at Tuolumne River Regional Park.

Update on Officer Involved Shooting: Uniformed MPD Officers conducted a traffic stop near Roseburg and McHenry Avenue shortly before 4 p.m. today. A passenger from the stopped vehicle walked from the car into the Walgreens store where customers were shopping. Officers went in to investigate and contacted the male who immediately fled from officers. During the chase through the store, they noticed he was in possession of a handgun. An officer involved shooting occurred. ... MPD Detectives and the Stanislaus County District Attorney’s Office are conducting independent investigations which is standard procedure. A photo of the gun recovered from this incident is included with this release.

Shortly before 4 p.m., MPD Officers were involved in an officer involved shooting at Walgreens on McHenry Avenue. One suspect was shot during this incident. The suspect was transported to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. There are no outstanding suspects. No officers were injured during this incident. We have no further information to release at this time due to this being an active investigation.

Update: McHenry Avenue is now open in both directions. Expect a heavy police presence on McHenry Avenue from Orangeburg Avenue to 5 Points near Downtown Modesto due to an active investigation. Traffic will be significantly delayed. Please use alternate routes and avoid the area.

UPDATE: The victims from the October 16, 2020 triple shooting on Semple Street have been identified as 40-year-old Brandon Dewayne Wheeler of Oakdale, 29-year-old Emilia Natale of Modesto and 35-year-old Jimmy Lee Sullivan of Modesto. All victims suffered multiple gunshot wounds and were transported to a local hospital. Emilia Natale and Brandon Wheeler succumbed to their injuries. Jimmy Sullivan remains in serious condition, but is expected to survive. There is no indication... that the victims in this shooting were the intended targets. Original Incident Release: Release Date: October 17, 2020: Friday Night’s Shooting on Semple Street Leaves Two Dead. Shortly before 9pm on Friday night, October 16th, patrol officers were dispatched to the 200 block of Semple Street for reports of a shooting. When officers arrived they located three adults in front of a residence suffering from gunshot wounds. The victims were transported to a local hospital where two succumbed to their injuries. The third victim is in serious condition, but is expected to survive. The victim’s identities are not being released at this point in the investigation. We are in the early stages of this investigation, but will continue to keep everyone updated when possible. Detectives are seeking witnesses. If you witnessed or have any information regarding this shooting, call Crime Stoppers at 209-521-4636.