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Wanted As Of:
Wanted on Two Warrants
Name: Andres Jimenez Briceno
Alias:  
Sex: Male Race: Hispanic
Age:   DOB:  
Height: 5' 7" Weight: 200 lbs.
Hair: Brown Eyes: Brown

Andres Jimenez Briceno is currently wanted on two warrants issued by Merced Superior court for a total bail amount of $200,000. Mr. Briceno likes to impersonate other people to make them liable for his offenses. He has been in possession of a controlled substance among his other problems with the law. He has been arrested over 15 times.
Andres Briceno is 5’ 7 “ in height and weighs 200 pounds. If you know where Briceno is hiding, contact Merced Area Crime Stoppers. You will remain anonymous and may be eligible for a reward.


Wanted As Of:
Infliction of Corporal Injury on Spouse/Cohabitant
Name: Eric Joseph Gomez
Alias:  
Sex: Male Race: Hispanic
Age:   DOB:  
Height: 5' 10" Weight: 160 lbs.
Hair: Brown Eyes: Brown

Eric Joseph Gomez was released back to Merced County under the rules of the new criminal justice realignment program recently implemented by the State Legislature. He promptly violated the terms of his supervision and is now wanted for Felony revocation of Post Release Community supervision. His bail is set at $100,000. He is also wanted on a warrant for Infliction of Corporal Injury on Spouse/Cohabitant. Bail on that charge is $75,000. Total bail, $175,000.
Eric Gomez is 5’ 10” in height and weighs 160 pounds. If you know where Gomez is hiding, contact Merced Area Crime Stoppers. You will remain anonymous and may be eligible for a reward.


Wanted As Of:
Fraud / Perjury / Possession of Controlled Substance
Name: Jennifer Cato
Alias:  
Sex: Female Race:  
Age:   DOB:  
Height: 5' 4" Weight: 216 lbs.
Hair: Brown Eyes: Brown

Jennifer Cato has a large list of crimes for which Merced Superior Court has issued warrants totaling $225,000. She began her crime career in 2001 when she fraudulently obtained aid while racking up food stamp violations. She compounded these charges by committing perjury. In 2006 she again committed food stamp violations and added two counts of perjury. Her latest crimes in 2011 include possession of narcotic controlled substance and destroying evidence.
Cato is 5” 4” in height and weighs 216 pounds.
If you know where Cato can be found, contact Merced Area Crime Stoppers.


Wanted As Of:
Violation of Probation
Name: Maricruz Hamaguchi
Alias:  
Sex: Female Race: Hispanic
Age:   DOB:  
Height: 4' 9" Weight: 130 lbs.
Hair: Black Eyes: Brown

Maricruz Hamaguchi is wanted for warrants totaling $120,000 out of Merced Superior Court. She was originally arrested for causing injury to an elder adult and taking a vehicle without the owner’s consent. Both original crimes are felonies. She is now wanted for violation of her probation for her crimes.
Maricruz is 4’ 9” in height and weighs 130 pounds.
If you know where Maricruz Hamaguchi can be located, call Merced Area Crime Stoppers. You will remain anonymous and may be eligible for a reward.


Wanted As Of: 3/26/2012
Home Invasion Robbery
Name: Terrance Frazier
Alias: Terrance Hassan
Sex: Male Race: Black
Age:   DOB:  
Height:   Weight:  
Hair: Black Eyes: Brown

On March 26, 2012 at approximately 10:09 p.m., the Los Banos Police Department responded to the 300 Block of G Street regarding a home invasion robbery. Officers arrived and contacted the 21 and 28-year-old victims who reported two black male adults forced entry into their residence, with firearms. During the robbery, the suspects stated they were searching for illegal drugs, but according to the victims no drugs were located.
The suspects left the residence after stealing property and the victims Red Ford Focus. No injuries were reported during this incident.
The first suspect was identified and taken into custody. The second suspect, Terrance Frazier, is still at large. The car is described as a 2001, Red, 4DR, Ford Focus. Please note that the suspect Terrance Frazier is to be considered armed and dangerous.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Detective Anthony Parker at (209) 827-7070 ext. 117.


Wanted As Of: 2/29/2012
Sex Offender Registrant out of Compliance
Name: Manuel Delgado Calderon
Alias:  
Sex: Male Race: Hispanic
Age:   DOB:  
Height: 5' 8" Weight: 170 lbs
Hair: Black Eyes: Brown

If you have any knowledge of the location of this subject, call Merced Area Crime Stoppers. You will always remain anonymous and may receive a reward.


Wanted As Of: 4/5/2011
Attempted Murder
Name: Anthony Cesar Quijada
Alias:  
Sex: Male Race: Hispanic
Age: 20 DOB: 2/7/1992
Height: 5' 7" Weight: 130 lbs
Hair: Black Eyes: Brown

Scars, Marks & Tattoos: “209” on right arm, “A” on right shoulder, “Q” on left shoulder
Drivers License: CA D7543832
Last Known Address: 1459 Winchester Way, Los Banos, CA 93635
Associates with: Norteno Criminal Street Gang
Bench Warrant Number: CRM016600C Bail: $2,150,000
Bench Warrant Issued: April 5, 2011
Charges: PC 182(a)(1), Conspiracy; PC 12020.7(a), Great Bodily Injury; PC 186.22(b)(4), Street Gang Activity; PC 664/187(a), Attempted Murder, PC 12022.7(a), Great Bodily Injury; PC 186.22(b)(4), Street Gang Activity; PC 245(a)(1), Assault: Deadly Weapon Other Than Firearm; PC 12022.7(a), Great Bodily Injury; PC186.22(b)(1)(B), Serious Felony Street Gang Activity; PC 186.22(a), Street Gang Act. (All charges are Felony).


Wanted As Of: 5/18/2011
Sex Offender
Name: Hou Lee
Alias:  
Sex: Male Race: Asian
Age: 36 DOB:  
Height: 5' 6" Weight:  
Hair: Black Eyes: Brown

Lo Saechao is a wanted Sex Offender who has failed to report to parole after his release from prison on 5/18/2011. Saechao has special conditions to his parole to include No Porn, Not to Enter Mall, Movie Theater, or be around any Street or County Fair. He has also served time for Robbery, 2nd. Mr. Saechao can be violent as he has additional convictions for Corporal Injury to Spouse.
Saechao is 5’6” in height and is 36 years old. His was last known to be living in a transient encampment in Merced.
If you know where Lo Saechao is hiding, contact Merced Area Crime Stoppers. You may be eligible for a reward.


Wanted As Of: 10/12/2011
Sex Offender
Name: Eleno Rodriguez
Alias: Flaco
Sex: Male Race: Hispanic
Age: 50 DOB:  
Height: 5' 2" Weight: 175 lbs
Hair: Black Eyes: Brown

Eleno Rodriguez is a Sex Offender who has been wanted since 10/12/2011 when he cut off his GPS tracking device. He has special conditions of parole to include No Contact with Minors, No Porn, No alcohol and No Child Lures. He is also known to have committed violent crimes involving weapons. His AKA is “Flaco”. Rodriguez is 5’2” in height and weighs approximately 175 pounds. He is 50 years old.
Eleno has known ties to the Merced Area including relatives in South Merced and the Delhi areas.
If you know where Eleno Rodriguez is hiding please contact Merced Area Crime Stoppers. You may be eligible for a reward and will remain anonymous.


Wanted As Of:
Armed Robbery
Name: Hou Lee
Alias:  
Sex: Male Race: Asian
Age:   DOB:  
Height:   Weight:  
Hair: Black Eyes: Brown

Hou Lee is a most wanted person in the San Joaquin Valley. He currently has active felony warrants in the County of Sacramento and the County of Merced. He suspected of committing several robberies, the latest in Elk Grove, Ca. His MO involves the use of a handgun during these robberies. He was previously arrested for possession of a concealed weapon. He should be considered armed and dangerous.
Hou Lee has eluded capture for several years and may be in possession of a stolen identification. His last known address in this area is located in the north area of the City of Merced.
If you have information about Hou Lee call Merced Area Crime Stoppers. You will always be anonymous.


Wanted As Of: January 5, 2012
Murder
Name: Edwin Martinez
Alias:  
Sex: Male Race: Hispanic
Age:   DOB: 03/01/92
Height:   Weight:  
Hair: Black Eyes: Brown

On January 05, 2011 at approximately 10:00 P.M. Dos Palos Police Department responded to a reported stabbing in the 2000 block of Walnut Avenue. Upon arrival, they located a victim suffering from an apparent stab wound. The victim was transported to Los Banos Memorial Hospital where he was pronounced dead.
Edwin Martinez, a former Dos Palos High School student was identified as the person responsible for the assault. Martinez ran from the area and left in what is described as a light colored Mitsubishi. The Dos Palos Police Department is asking for the assistance of the public to locate Martinez.
If you know where Martinez is or have any information about this stabbing, call Merced Area Crime Stoppers. You will remain completely anonymous.


Wanted As Of: December 23, 2011
Controlled Substance
Name: Ricky Sou Saelee
Alias: Jr.
Sex: Male Race: Asian
Age: 21 DOB: 01/11/90
Height: 5' 5" Weight: 160 lbs.
Hair: Black Eyes: Brown

1170(H) defendant with a current bench warrant.
His whereabouts are unknown at this time. He is on supervision for controlled substance charges. Bench warrant issued 12/23/11 for the amount of 50 K.
Tat's:
Chest- "MIEN PRIDE"; Left side- dragon Left Upper arm- "SAELEE"; Right Neck"JV"12/12/08; Back neck- Credent moon; Left forearm- "39"
Gang member: Loc/Miew Pride 39 and an associate of: True Blue
Last known address: 209 W. 20th St., Merced, CA 95340


Wanted As Of: December 22, 2011
10851
Name: James Michael Kyrecos
Alias:  
Sex: Male Race:  
Age:   DOB:  
Height: 5'11" Weight: 170 lbs
Hair: Black Eyes: Brown

Whereabouts are unknown at this time. He is on parole for 10851 with priors.
Bench warrant issued on 12/22/11 for $25,000.


Wanted As Of: December 16, 2011
Controlled Substance
Name: Robert Lee Guthrie
Alias: Timothy Hill - "ARLO"
Sex: Male Race:  
Age: 49 DOB: 06/28/62
Height: 6'3" Weight: 240 lbs
Hair: Brown Eyes: Brown

Tat's: SKULLS =Right FOREARM; EAGLE & WOMAN HEAD, WHITE POWER= STOMACH;
MERCED PECKERWOOD= BACK; AMBER AND TRACY=Right CHEST
Last known address: 1223 West Santa Fe, Merced, CA
Whereabouts are unknown at this time. He is on parole for controlled substance charges.
Bench warrant issued: 12/16/11, for $25,000.


Wanted As Of: December 15, 2011
Probation Violation
Name: Andrea Junita Solis
Alias:  
Sex: Female Race: Hispanic
Age: 37 DOB: 08/17/74
Height:   Weight:  
Hair: Black Eyes: Brown

Andrea Junita Solis, born 8/17/1974, is currently wanted on warrants issued by the Merced Superior Court, with total bail set at $150,000. She has a long record of arrests and subsequent probation violations. Solis is known to frequent the Merced area. If you know of the whereabouts of Andrea Junita Solis, please contact Merced Area Crime Stoppers. Remember, no one will know that you made the contact.


Wanted As Of: November 18, 2011
 
Name: Miguel Narvaez
Alias: Happy
Sex: Male Race: Hispanic
Age: 25 DOB: 01/08/86
Height: 5' 7" Weight: 170 lbs.
Hair: Black Eyes: Brown
Defendant is a know Southside Locos gang member
DPO Daffron requested the bench warrant on 11/18/11 after the defendant left his residential treatment program and has not reported to probation since. Defendant’s current whereabouts are unknown. Defendant is a Post Release Community Supervision defendant.

Wanted As Of: November 14, 2010
Murder
Name: UNKNOWN
Alias: N/A
Sex:   Race:  
Age:   DOB:  
Height:   Weight:  
Hair:   Eyes:  
On November 14, 2010, Ricardo Ramirez, a 23 year old resident of Atwater was shot to death. The crime occurred during the early morning hours in the 800 block of East Bellvue Road in the City of Atwater. Atwater Police Officers chased a gold, mid 90’s Cadillac DeVille without license plates into Merced before losing sight of the vehicle. A mid 90’s Cadillac DeVille is pictured for your reference, although this is not the suspect vehicle. If you have any information about this crime or possible suspects, please contact Merced Area Crime Stoppers.

Wanted As Of: November 6, 2011
Armed Robbery
Name: UNKNOWN
Alias: N/A
Sex: Male Race: Hispanic
Age:   DOB:  
Height: 5' 5" to 5' 7" Weight:  
Hair: Black Eyes:  
Thin build. Mustache and goatee. Three dots under left eye. Armed with Black Hand gun.
On November 6, 2011 at approximately 10:30 pm, the pictured suspect entered the Valero Gas Station located in Los Banos. The suspect pulled a gun from under his shirt, and told the attendant to open the register. The suspect took the money from the register and fled. It is unknown if he escaped in a vehicle. If you have any information about this suspect or the robbery please contact Merced Area Crime Stoppers.

Wanted As Of: August 18, 2011
 
Name: UNKNOWN
Alias: N/A
Sex: Male Race: White or Hispanic
Age:   DOB:  
Height: 5' 7" to 5' 9" Weight: 230 lbs
Hair:   Eyes:  
On August 18th 2011 two unidentified men went to the victim’s residence in Merced Ca, claiming to be representatives of the City of Merced. They told the victim that he needed to clean the area in front of his house. One of the two men sprayed the front area of the victim’s house down with a water hose. The victim, who is an elderly male, was afterwards convinced by one of the two unidentified males to drive to a bank in Merced and made a withdrawal of $1250.00 from his personal bank account to pay for the service. The suspect entered into the bank with the victim and a photo of the suspect was taken by bank surveillance cameras.
The victim then paid the unidentified suspect $1250.00, believing that he was an employee of the City of Merced. The suspect is a white or Hispanic male 5’7’’ to 5’9’’ tall and approximately 230 lbs & is seen in this photo wearing a gray long sleeve shirt.

Wanted As Of:
 2nd Degree Robbery
Name: Jalil Simone Samuel
Alias: JA Little
Sex: Male Race: Black
Age: 20 DOB: 1/27/1991
Height: 5' 7" Weight: 150 lbs
Hair: Black Eyes: Black

Facts of the offense: On July 3rd, 2009, a Merced County Sheriff's deputy was dispatched to Trevera Dairy, which is located just north of Henry Miller Road, for a report of a robbery. The officer met with the two victims who explained they had been invited by two neighborhood acquaintances, whom they knew as ""JA Little" and "TJ", to hang out with some girls in Santa Nella. The victims explained the agreed to join "JA Little" and "TJ" and they even stopped at the Circle K Market in Los Banos to purchase alcohol. The victims went on to explain after purchasing the alcohol they were in route to Santa Nella when the driver pulled over and informed them he had to urinate. Both victims stated they too exited the car to urinate and as they did so one of the victim's, victim #1, was struck in the back of the head.
Victim #1 informed the officer he believed he was struck in the head with either a baseball bat or the leg of a chair by "Ja Little". In addition, Victim #2 believed he had lost consciousness for a few minutes. Victim #2 explained he awoke to JT and JA Little kicking him in the face and beating him. Victim #2 estimated the beating lasted approximately 15 minutes. Victim #2 stated the suspects were saying, "What the fuck does this cracker have in his pocket". Victim #2 informed officers he believed Victim #1 ran away as he did not see him during the beating. In addition, Victim #2 explained the suspects had attempted to run him over with their vehicle approximately two times. Victim #2 explained he was able to move out of the way each time. Victim #2 stated the suspects stole his boost mobile phone and $300.00. Offices noted Victim #2 complained of pain to his ribs and jaw area and was bleeding. Victim #2 was subsequently medi-flighted to Doctor's hospital in Modesto.
Officers further interviewed Victim #2 while he was in the hospital. At the hospital, the Victim informed officers he had a first name of the suspects, Jalil and Theo. Victim #2 informed officers he had attended high school with Jalil. Detectives traveled to Valley Community High School in Los Banos and obtained photographs of Jalil Samuel and Theo Ganner. Officer showed the photos of Ganner and Samuel to the victims and they were identified as the suspects.
The defendant was granted probation on November 17, 2009. Since being placed on probation the defendant has suffered a violation of probation for the use of marijuana, failing to report to the probation officer, and failing to report a change of address. On June 24, 2011, the defendant pled "no contest" to a violation of Section 11350(a) of the California Health and Safety Code, Possession of a Controlled Substance, a felony in Santa Clara Superior Court Action #C1108256. The defendant's conviction resulted in the filing of VOP #2. The allegations are: failing to obey all laws, failing to report an arrest, failing to report to the probation officer following release from custody, leaving the county, and failing to report to the probation officer as directed. On August 5, 2011, the defendant failed to appear for court and probation was revoked and a $250,000 bench warrant was issued. The defendant's whereabouts remain unknown.


Wanted As Of: November 2, 2011
 
Name: Kim Strauss
Alias: N/A
Sex: Male Race:  
Age: 46 DOB: 4/8/1965
Height: 5' 5" Weight: 145 lbs
Hair: Brown Eyes: Hazel
Bench Warrant issued: November 2, 2011
Please verify the defendant’s warrant is active prior to arrest.

Wanted As Of: April 17, 2009
 
Name: Jose Ojeda
Alias: N/A
Sex: Male Race:  
Age: 30 DOB: 7/14/1981
Height: 5' 7 " Weight: 270 lbs
Hair: Black Eyes: Brown
Defendant is a Active VPX Norteno
Bench Warrant issued: April 17, 2009
Please verify the defendant’s warrant is active prior to arrest.

Wanted As Of: December 6, 2009
 
Name: Norberto Muniz
Alias: N/A
Sex: Male Race:  
Age: 32 DOB: 6/8/1979
Height: 5' 6" Weight: 270 lbs
Hair: Black Eyes: Brown
Defendant is an active NFL Norteno
Bench Warrant issued: December 6, 2009
Please verify the defendant’s warrant is active prior to arrest.

Wanted As Of: October 6, 2011
 
Name: Vanessa Cisneros
Alias: N/A
Sex: Female Race:  
Age: 29 DOB: 10/08/1982
Height: 5' 6" Weight: 170 lbs
Hair: Black Eyes: Brown
Associates with Nortenos
3 Bench Warrants Issued: October 6, 2011
Vanessa Cisneros currently has three active warrants for a total bail of $225,000. She has been involved in crimes involving identity theft and forging documents. Vanessa is 5’6” in height and weighs approximately 160 pounds. She is 29 years old. Vanessa can be further recognized by her flower tattoo on her ankle. If you know where Vanessa is please call Merced Area Crime Stoppers.

Wanted As Of: 12/29/2010
Attempted Murder
Name: Alcaraz, Jose
Alias: N/A
Sex: Male Race:  
Age: 19 DOB: 4/8/1992
Height: 5' 07" Weight: 170 lbs
Hair: Black Eyes: Black
Alcaraz requested a ride from his brother in law (the victim), Alcaraz and a male juvenile identified as Castaneda requested the victim to stop his vehicle at a remote park (2500 Blk South Creekside) in the City of Los Banos. Alcaraz (while seated in the passenger seat) began to stab the victim approximately 10 times in the side and neck, while the second subject Castaneda (taken into custody) attempted to stab the victim from the exterior of the driver side window. The victim was able to flee the area and was provide medical treatment, the victim believes Alcaraz was attempting to kill him, the victim sustained life threatening injuries however made a full recovery. Alcaraz has not been located however a Felony warrant for attempted murder has been issued.

Wanted As Of: 4/18/2006
Attempted Homicide
Name: Turner, Richard Allen
Alias: N/A
Sex: Male Race: White
Age: 56 DOB: 5/5/1955
Height: 5' 11" Weight: 175 lbs
Hair: Grey Eyes: Blue
On 04/18/2006 Turner was involved in a road rage incident where he shot the other involved party once causing serious injury. This incident took place near the intersection of Pacheco (SR-152) and Mercy Springs Rd. (SR-165). Turner was arrested for attempted homicide; however he bailed out and never returned to court. A warrant is currently active for the arrest of Richard Turner for attempted murder.
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