Deputies arrest third suspect in Olivehurst shooting
Braedon Bronson’s truck was severely damaged after colliding with a tree off La Porte Road on March 15.
Richardson said. “I would like to extend our gratitude and appreciation for the wonderful community response
A third Olivehurst man and suspected gang member has been arrested in connection with a Tulsa Avenue shooting last month.
Sergio Mendoza, 19, was arrested by the Yuba County Sheriff’s Office at 11:45 a.m. Tuesday.
On Feb. 25, Yuba County Sheriff’s deputies responded to shots fired in the 4800 block of Tulsa Avenue in Olivehurst. Though no injuries were reported, multiple bullet casings were found in the roadway and a nearby home had been struck by bullets, according to a
and emergency personnel and everyone who has helped keep him alive to the generous donations of caring people.” department press release.
Deputies spotted a group of people walking away from the scene and arrested Ricardo Hernandez, 20, who was allegedly in possession of a handgun. A second suspect, Ruben Blajos, 24, was arrested the next day. The three men are suspected Sureño gang members, according to the department.
Mendoza was booked into Yuba County Jail on suspicion of shooting at an inhabited dwelling and promoting or assisting a criminal street gang. Bail was set at $300,000.
Hernandez and Blajos remain in Yuba County Jail with $250,000 bail and are facing charges of shooting at an inhabited dwelling, participating in a criminal street gang, and several enhancements. Hernandez is facing an additional charge of carrying a concealed firearm. Both were arraigned Feb. 28 where they pleaded not guilty. Their next appearance is April 4.
An arraignment for Mendoza is not yet scheduled.
Yuba County Sheriff’s Office spokesperson Leslie Carbah said the investigation is ongoing.