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Stockton, CA - Today, the San Joaquin County District Attorney's Office and District Attorney Ron Freitas announced the criminal indictment of Angel Ann Flores on felony charges.

In a case that has spanned over four decades, Steven John Burns, convicted for the 1979 murder of Catina Rose Salarno at the University of the Pacific, faced his 13th parole hearing yesterday. After 45 years in prison, the California Parole Board has once again determined that Burns remains an "unreasonable safety concern" for the community, denying his release.

The San Joaquin County District Attorney's Office, under the leadership of District Attorney Ron Freitas, has secured a significant plea deal under Proposition 36 (Prop 36). This deal emphasizes our commitment to robust prosecution while acknowledging the broader implications of criminal behavior in our community.

San Joaquin County District Attorney Ron Freitas announced today that Joseph A. Maldonado, 27, of Lodi, has been sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole for the murder of 23-year-old Miguel Ruiz. This sentencing follows Maldonado's conviction by a jury for first-degree murder (PC 187), with special circumstances (PC 190.2(a)(17)) and firearm enhancements (PC 12022.53(d)), as well as robbery (PC 211) with a firearm enhancement (PC 12022.53(b)).

On January 3, 2024, San Joaquin County District Attorney Ron Freitas announced a significant victory in the fight against fentanyl-related deaths. At a preliminary hearing, the Honorable Lance Jacot of the San Joaquin County Superior Court found probable cause to hold Defendant Antonee Haines, 42, of Tracy, to answer on charges of second-degree murder related to the death of Tracy native, Travis Gassaway.

In Judge Orcutt's courtroom, a jury convicted Juan Salcedo, 46, of Stockton, of second-degree murder in the death of Moises Montes. The incident occurred on August 15, 2022, at around 7:15 PM near Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard and Mormon Slough.

San Joaquin County District Attorney Ron Freitas announced that 32-year-old Alejandro Olivares of Stockton has been sentenced to 21 years in state prison following his plea of guilty to voluntary manslaughter with the use of a firearm. Judge Allen Jose conducted the sentencing.

Stockton, CA - District Attorney Ron Freitas announced today that Mister Lee, 27, of Stockton, has been found guilty following a violent robbery at Corona Liquor in January 2024, where he allegedly pistol-whipped a customer. Lee was not apprehended until a search of his residence in April uncovered multiple firearms, ammunition, magazines, brass knuckles with an attached switchblade, and several pounds of marijuana.

The San Joaquin County District Attorney's Office, led by DA Ron Freitas, announces guilty verdicts in People v. Kenny Vincent Bird. Deputy DA Cameron Sheron prosecuted the case where the defendant, Kenny V. Bird, 34, of Stockton was convicted of Vehicular Manslaughter with Gross Negligence while Intoxicated and Hit and Run Causing Death.

Stockton resident John Johnson pleaded guilty to charges of grand theft under California Penal Code section 487. On September 8, at approximately 11:16 AM, Johnson was caught leaving Kohl's on Trinity Parkway with $398.46 worth of merchandise. In a bold move just under three hours later, he returned to the same location to steal an additional $904 in goods, leading to a combined theft of $1,302.46.

San Joaquin County District Attorney Ron Freitas announces the conviction of Deangelo Webb for the first-degree murder of Brandi Hornsby and the child endangerment of her six-week-old son.

San Joaquin County District Attorney Ron Freitas announced today the arraignment of Pamela Edwards. Edwards, a former court employee, has been charged with a misdemeanor related to the alleged unauthorized disclosure of confidential court documents.

Stockton, CA - San Joaquin County District Attorney Ron Freitas announced today that Kevin Fountain, 28, of Stockton, was sentenced to 17 years in state prison by the Honorable Judge Soldati after violating his probation. Fountain, a repeat offender with two prior strike convictions, was held accountable thanks to the diligent work of law enforcement and the prosecution team.

Stockton, CA - Last week, in San Joaquin County Superior Court, Judge John Soldati sentenced defendant Bashir Zakria to 25 years to life in prison. Zakria pled guilty to violating Penal Code §368(b)(1) – Elder Abuse, admitting he inflicted great bodily injury on an 81-year-old victim, and to Penal Code §245(a)(1) for assaulting another inmate while in custody.

Stockton, CA – A San Joaquin County jury has convicted Antonio Hernandez, 59, on 35 counts of child sexual abuse.

STOCKTON – San Joaquin County District Attorney Ron Freitas announced today that 38-year-old Leonardo Cabral has been charged with two felony counts of Assault with a Deadly Weapon, each with a hate crime enhancement, as well as one misdemeanor count of Resisting or Obstructing a Peace Officer. The charges stem from an unprovoked and violent attack targeting the victims based on their race, ethnicity, or other protected characteristics.

Stockton, CA - 68-year-old Lawrence Parish of Fullerton, California, pled guilty in San Joaquin County to felony charges involving the sexual abuse of two minor victims over several decades. Parish will serve a sentence of 15 years to life in prison and is mandated to register as a lifetime sex offender.

Stockton, CA - On October 28, 2024, the Honorable Lance Jacot sentenced Christopher Lee Holland, 57, to life without the possibility of parole for the brutal murders of James and Mary Reiswig in 2020. A jury previously found Holland guilty on multiple counts, including two first-degree murder charges with special circumstances for multiple murders, robbery, and burglary.

Stockton, CA - San Joaquin County District Attorney Ron Freitas announced today that Joseph A. Maldonado, 27, of Lodi, has been convicted by a jury for the murder of 23-year-old Miguel Ruiz in Stockton on March 29, 2016. Maldonado was found guilty of first-degree murder (PC 187), with special circumstances (PC 190.2(a)(17)) and firearm enhancements (PC 12022.53(d)), as well as robbery (PC 211) with a firearm enhancement (PC 12022.53(b)).