Central Valley Crime News: Oildale Shooting, Turlock Sting, DUI Crash & Fresno Arson

Central Valley Crime News: Oildale Shooting, Turlock Sting, DUI Crash & Fresno Arson

Central Valley crime news for Friday, July 10, 2026, covers the biggest crime and public safety stories from the past two weeks. Central Valley Entertainment was off for the Fourth of July holiday, so this roundup covers major stories since our last episode.

This week’s stories include shootings, arrests, a child predator sting, a DUI crash, an armed robbery, a drive-by shooting, and an arson investigation across Central California.

4 Shot In Oildale, Child Among Victims

Four people, including a child, were shot in Oildale on July 5.

According to 23ABC Bakersfield, the shooting happened on Decatur Street just before 2 a.m. Kern County deputies found four gunshot victims when they arrived. Officials said all four victims were recovering.

Investigators arrested 34-year-old Tyler Boyer. Authorities said Boyer faces four attempted murder counts.

This story stands out because a child was among the victims. It also happened during the holiday weekend, when some neighbors initially thought the gunfire may have been fireworks.

Source: 23ABC Bakersfield

Armed Suspect Shot By Porterville Officer

Porterville police are investigating an officer-involved shooting after officers responded to an armed suspect call.

ABC30 reported that police responded to Glenwood Apartments after reports of an armed, masked man damaging an office. Officials said the suspect later ran with a knife toward Mecca Bar.

A Porterville police officer shot the suspect. Authorities continued to investigate the shooting.

Officer-involved shootings often move through several review steps. Investigators usually review evidence, witness statements, video, and officer actions before releasing more details.

Source: ABC30 Action News

13 Arrested In Turlock Predator Sting

Turlock police announced 13 arrests after an online child predator sting.

The Modesto Bee reported that the multi-agency operation targeted adults accused of trying to sexually exploit children online. Police said suspects came from Stanislaus County and other California communities.

Officials said the operation prevented contact with real children.

These cases remain in the court process. The arrests are serious, but charges still need to move through the legal system.

This story also gives parents a reminder to talk with children about online safety, apps, direct messages, and suspicious adults online.

Source: Modesto Bee

2 Shot Near River Park And Villaggio In North Fresno

Fresno police investigated a shooting near River Park and Villaggio in north Fresno.

ABC30 reported that gunfire came from one vehicle into another near Blackstone and Nees. Police said two passengers were shot early Tuesday morning.

The location made this story especially concerning. River Park and Villaggio are busy shopping areas where many people work, shop, and drive every day.

Investigators continued to search for details about the suspect vehicle and what led to the shooting.

Source: ABC30 Action News

Community Tips Help Catch Tuolumne County Shooting Suspect

A fatal shooting investigation in Tuolumne County ended with an arrest after community members reported seeing the suspect.

The Modesto Bee reported that deputies responded to a shooting on Lime Kiln Road near Sonora. Eric Brandon Udall later died at a hospital.

Investigators identified Timothy Allen Boling as the suspect. Authorities said he left after the shooting.

Community members later reported sightings in the Columbia area. A State Parks law enforcement officer located Boling, and sheriff’s deputies took him into custody without incident.

This case shows how quickly public tips can help investigators during an active search.

Source: Modesto Bee

Earlimart Clerk Robbed At Gunpoint

Deputies are searching for suspects after an armed robbery at an Earlimart gas station.

ABC30 reported that the robbery happened just before 1 a.m. Thursday at the Speedway gas station near Sierra Avenue and Front Street.

The Tulare County Sheriff’s Office said three suspects entered the store. Deputies said two of them had rifles. The suspects reportedly stole a cash register and fled in a gray Hyundai sedan.

Small-town armed robberies often raise concern because they affect local workers, overnight businesses, and nearby residents.

Source: ABC30 Action News

Child Airlifted After Merced County DUI Crash

Two men were arrested after a head-on crash in Merced County that injured a child.

ABC30 reported that the crash happened early Wednesday morning on Route 165. A 9-year-old boy was found unresponsive after the crash.

Officials said CPR was performed at the scene. The boy regained consciousness and was airlifted to Valley Children’s Hospital.

CHP said alcohol was involved. Authorities later booked two men into the Merced County Jail.

This story is a serious reminder of how quickly suspected impaired driving can change lives.

Source: ABC30 Action News

Drive-By Gunfire Hits Occupied Del Rio Home

Deputies investigated a drive-by shooting in Del Rio, north of Modesto.

The Modesto Bee reported that deputies responded after multiple 911 calls about gunshots early Thursday morning. Investigators found that several vehicles and an occupied home had been hit by gunfire.

Two adults and a child were inside the home at the time. No injuries were reported.

Authorities said the suspects arrived in a vehicle, fired shots, and fled. Investigators had not identified suspects at the time of the report.

This story stands out because the home was occupied when bullets struck the property.

Source: Modesto Bee

Car Set On Fire At Fresno Motel

Fresno authorities are searching for an arson suspect after a car was set on fire at a motel.

ABC30 reported that the fire happened on July 4 at the Days Inn motel near Highway 99 and Jensen Avenue.

Surveillance video reportedly showed someone lighting the vehicle through the back window. Flames started around 7 a.m.

Authorities are investigating the case as arson. Investigators are still looking for the person involved.

Source: ABC30 Action News

Quick Facts

• Four people, including a child, were shot in Oildale.
• Porterville police investigated an officer-involved shooting.
• Turlock police announced 13 arrests in an online predator sting.
• Two people were shot near River Park and Villaggio in north Fresno.
• Community tips helped deputies arrest a Tuolumne County shooting suspect.
• Rifle-wielding suspects robbed an Earlimart gas station.
• A 9-year-old boy was airlifted after a Merced County DUI crash.
• A Del Rio home with adults and a child inside was hit by gunfire.
• Fresno investigators searched for an arson suspect after a motel car fire.

What Is Confirmed

Local reports and law enforcement updates confirmed the main details in this roundup.

Officials confirmed the Oildale shooting, the Porterville officer-involved shooting investigation, the Turlock sting arrests, the north Fresno shooting, the Tuolumne County homicide arrest, the Earlimart robbery, the Merced County DUI crash, the Del Rio drive-by shooting, and the Fresno arson investigation.

What Is Still Developing

Several stories remain active.

Investigators have not released every detail about what led to the Oildale shooting. Porterville authorities continue to review the officer-involved shooting. Fresno police continue to investigate the north Fresno shooting. Tulare County deputies are still searching for the Earlimart robbery suspects. Stanislaus County investigators have not identified the Del Rio drive-by suspects. Fresno authorities continue looking for the arson suspect in the motel car fire.

The Turlock sting cases also need to move through court.

Central Valley Entertainment Will Continue Following These Stories

This Central Valley crime news roundup shows how many major public safety stories developed across the region during the past two weeks.

Central Valley Entertainment will continue following crime, courts, public safety, local business, food, events, and community stories across Central California.

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