In-Custody Death; 05/05/2026
In accordance with AB 2761 and to maintain transparency with our community, the San Joaquin County Sheriff’s Office is providing information regarding an in-custody death that occurred at the San Joaquin County Jail. On Tuesday, May 5, 2026, shortly after 1:00 a.m., a...
IN-CUSTODY DEATH; 03/18/2026
On Tuesday, March 31, 2026, at approximately 10:20 a.m., a 24-year-old male housed in the Medical Housing Unit was observed by jail staff exhibiting...
Call (209) 468-5087: Information Wanted for Mass Shooting
If you have any information regarding the mass shooting that occurred in the 1900 block of Lucille Avenue in the city of Stockton on Saturday,...
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San Joaquin County Sheriffs Respond to Mass Shooting
Shortly before 6:00 p.m., our dispatch center received reports of a shooting that occurred near the 1900 block of Lucile Avenue in Stockton. We can confirm at this time that approximately 14 individuals were struck by gunfire, and four victims have been confirmed deceased. This is a very active and ongoing investigation, and information remains limited. Early indications suggest this may be a...
Community Engagement Meeting
You’re Invited to the San Joaquin County Sheriff’s Office Community Engagement Meeting. Where: Mokelumne Room at the Robert Cabral Agricultural Center, 2101 E Earhart Ave in Stockton When: Wednesday, August 6, 2025, from 6:00 PM-7:00 PM. The purpose of this meeting will be to address any questions or concerns members of the public might have in regard to AB 481. County Counsel will also be...
IN-CUSTODY DEATH; 06/14/2025
To maintain transparency with the community and in accordance with AB2761, our agency is providing information regarding an in-custody death that occurred at the San Joaquin County Jail. On Saturday, June 14, 2025, shortly after 4:30 PM, a 44-year-old male was found unresponsive in his cell located in the Medical Housing Unit. Life-saving measures were performed, including CPR, until Fire...
IN-CUSTODY DEATH; 03/10/2025
In compliance with AB2761 and our commitment to transparency, our agency is providing information regarding an in-custody death that occurred at the San Joaquin County Hospital in French Camp, CA. On Thursday, February 27, 2025, a 78-year-old male inmate with pre-existing and declining health conditions was transported to a local hospital, where he remained under medical care while in custody....
IN-CUSTODY DEATH; 12/26/2024
To ensure transparency with the community and in compliance with AB2761, we are releasing information about an in-custody death that occurred at the San Joaquin County Jail. On December 26, 2024, at approximately 3:52 PM, 41-year-old Manuel Williams, a Male Adult, was found unresponsive in his cell located in Intake #2. Fire and medical personnel arrived promptly and performed CPR before...
Community Engagement Meeting
You’re Invited to the San Joaquin County Sheriff’s Office Community Engagement Meeting. Where: Mokelumne Room at the Robert Cabral Agricultural Center, 2101 E Earhart Ave in Stockton When: Wednesday, October 9, 2024, from 6:00 PM-7:00 PM. The purpose of this meeting will be to address any questions or concerns members of the public might have in regard to AB 481. County Counsel will also be...
IN-CUSTODY DEATH; 09/11/2024
To maintain transparency with the community and in accordance with AB2761, our agency is providing information regarding an in-custody death that occurred at the San Joaquin County Jail. On Wednesday, September 11, 2024, shortly after 1:00 PM, a 40-year-old male was found unresponsive in his cell located in Intake 1. Life-saving measures were performed, including CPR, until Fire Personnel and...
IN-CUSTODY DEATH; 08/04/2024
To maintain transparency with the community, and in accordance with AB 2761, we are providing information regarding an in-custody death that occurred at the San Joaquin County Jail. On Sunday, August 4th, 2024, at 12:40 PM, inmate Tommy Torres, a 53-year-old male, was found unresponsive in his cell, located in the intake area. Life saving measures were attempted to include CPR and Narcan,...
IN-CUSTODY DEATH; 07/26/2024
To maintain transparency with the community, and in accordance with AB 2761, we are providing information regarding an in-custody death that occurred at the San Joaquin County Hospital in French Camp, CA. On Monday, July 15th, 2024, inmate Joel Muschott, a 37-year-old male, was transported and admitted to a local hospital, where he continued to receive care under medical staff while remaining in...
Virtual Ride-Along with San Joaquin County Sheriff K-9
To give our community a first-hand view of the calls for service and community interactions, we invite you to take a virtual ride-a-long. This week we're jumping in with Deputy Schaapman and his partner, K9 Gero. Get in and buckle up!