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The Salinas Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating a missing teenage girl who is believed to be in the company of an older man. Valeria Flores Soriano (16) was last seen this morning leaving her home in Salinas.
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of 10 shots fired on E. Bernal Dr near the intersection Maryal Dr. On arrival officers located two victims, Michael David Ramos (33) and Amanda Nicole Ferrel (30) both suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. Tragically both victims succumbed to their injuries.
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Agents from the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) and Salinas Police Department conducted a program called a Decoy Shoulder Tap Operation which targets adults who purchase alcohol for people under 21 years of age. Under the program, a minor (Explorers) under the direct supervision of a peace officer will stand outside a liquor or convenience store and ask patrons to buy them alcohol. The minor indicates in some way he or she is underage and cannot purchase the alcohol.
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Big Week festivities are just a few days away, the weeklong celebration kicks off on Saturday July 16 with a Banda MS Concert at the Salinas Sports Complex starting at 5PM.
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On July 19, 2021, at approximately 4:30 am Salinas Police Officers responded to a ShotSpotter activation of shots fired in the 500 block of Fremont St. Upon arrival they located 25-year-old Nelson Leonardo Sanchez-Ruiz suffering from multiple gunshot wounds.
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Last night at approximately 11 pm officers responded to a call regarding a victim of a shooting to the rear of a residence in the 300 block of Homestead Ave. Dispatch was also informed the suspect was still on the property.
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On July 5, 2022, at approximately 3:15 am a Marina PD unit leaving a local hospital came across a single vehicle collision in the area of Natividad Road and Lunsford Drive. Salinas Police officers responded and located 29-year-old Faith Elizabeth Valenzuela in the vehicle. She was not conscious or breathing so officers began CPR. They checked Ms. Valenzuela for additional injuries and discovered she also had suffered gunshot wounds. She was transported to a local hospital but died from her injuries.
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On 5/31/22 at approximately 2:55pm Salinas Police Officers responded to the intersection of N. Sanborn Rd. and Del Monte Ave. on a report of a victim of a shooting. On arrival they located 29-year-old Esteban Ocampo suffering from a gunshot wound. He was transported to a local hospital however he died as a result of his injuries.
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“Click it or Ticket” Seat Belt Safety Campaign Runs Through Memorial Day
Salinas, Calif. –Salinas Police Department reminds everyone taking a trip to visit friends or family over the Memorial Day Weekend to always buckle up and keep children in child safety seats.
This year’s Click it or Ticket campaign is from May 23-June 5. During this time, the Salinas Police Department will have additional officers on patrol actively looking for drivers and passengers who are not wearing a seat belt. This includes vehicles where children are not secured in child safety seats.
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During May’s Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month, Salinas Police Department reminds drivers to always look twice for motorcycles.
“Motorcycles may be difficult to spot, so being extra careful before changing lanes is always good practice,” Public Information Officer, Miguel Cabrera said. “Motorcycle riders are out in the elements and do not have the same protections drivers and passengers do. Please share the road with motorcycles and drive safely.
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