Full Notification

On April 19, 2013, at approximately 7:03 P.M., Turlock Police Department received a call from a victim alleging he had been tortured two days prior. Based on an extensive investigation, Investigators were able to obtain a search and arrest warrant which was served at 7:23 A.M this morning.

During the service of the warrants, Investigators found evidence that corroborated the victim’s allegations of torture and they arrested 42-year-old, Salvador Rendon, and 35-year-old, Martha Ferguson of Turlock. Rendon was booked for torture, assault with a deadly weapon and a federal immigration hold. Ferguson was booked for torture.

Victim sustained non-life threatening injuries.

This is an on-going investigation. Anyone with information regarding this incident is encouraged to contact Detective Jason Tosta at (209) 668-5550 extension 6624.

The Turlock Police Department is an active participant in the Crime Stoppers Program. Callers can leave an anonymous tip by calling Crime Stoppers at (209) 521-4636 and may be eligible for a cash reward.

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This information is being released by Turlock Police Department Officer Mayra Lewis.

Any media requests should contact:
Officer Mayra Lewis
Office of Professional Standards
Turlock Police Department
Office phone - (209) 664-7308
Email – [email protected]