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On Wednesday, September 27, 2017, Turlock Police Department arrested Salida resident Tyler Vanwinkle, a 21 year old male, for attempted murder.

On September 12, 2017, at about 4:40 a.m., Turlock Police Department responded to a reported stabbing that occurred in the 400 block of N. Golden State Boulevard. Upon arrival, Officers located one victim who sustained life threatening injuries as a result of being stabbed multiple times. Detectives responded and through their investigation, it was learned that Tyler Vanwinkle was responsible for the stabbing. Video surveillance and tattoo information helped police identify Mr. Vanwinkle.

Patrol Officers were advised that Mr. Vanwinkle was wanted for attempted murder. A photograph of Mr. Vanwinkle was distributed to patrol on September 18, 2017. An officer on patrol observed a suspicious person in the 500 block of N. Golden State Boulevard who matched the description of Mr. Vanwinkle. During that contact, Mr. Vanwinkle identified himself and was subsequently arrested for attempted murder without incident. He was booked into Stanislaus County Jail.

Anyone with information regarding this incident is encouraged to call Detective Clifford Lewis 209-668-6556. You can also contact the Turlock Police Department’s Tip Line at 209-668-5550 extension 6780 or email at [email protected].

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This information is being released by Turlock Police Department Sergeant Russ Holeman.

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Sergeant Russ Holeman
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Turlock Police Department
Office phone - (209) 668-6524
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