Miguel Trujillo Gonzalez Obituary, Death; Man Killed in Merced Residence Identified as 41-year-old Miguel Trujillo Gonzalez
Miguel Trujillo Gonzalez, a 41-year-old man, was shot and killed in Merced over the weekend, as confirmed by the Merced County Sheriff Coroner’s Office.
The tragic incident occurred on Saturday at approximately 3:41 p.m. when police responded to a disturbance at a residence on Conestoga Drive. Upon arrival, officers found Gonzalez inside the residence with a gunshot wound, and he was pronounced dead at the scene.
Investigations led by Detective Matthew Calcagno revealed that a 14-year-old boy was the shooting suspect, following interviews with witnesses and examination of video surveillance. The suspect was apprehended at a San Jose motel on Monday and detained at the Iris Garrett Juvenile Justice Correctional Complex on suspicion of homicide.
The motive behind the disturbance is believed to be a dispute over money related to drugs and potential prostitution of a woman at the residence. The investigation is ongoing, and anyone with information is urged to contact Detective Matthew Calcagno at 209-388-7718.
Miguel Trujillo Gonzalez’s death has left his family and friends in mourning, and the community is in shock. His legacy will be cherished, and his memory will live on through the lives he touched.
The Merced County Sheriff Coroner’s Office and the Merced Police Department are working together to ensure justice is served. The incident serves as a reminder of the devastating consequences of drug-related crimes and the importance of supporting those affected by violence.
As the investigation unfolds, the community is coming together to support the family and friends of Miguel Trujillo Gonzalez. His memory will be honored, and his legacy will live on through the countless lives he touched.
The suspect, a 14-year-old boy, is being held at the Iris Garrett Juvenile Justice Correctional Complex on suspicion of homicide. The investigation is ongoing, and more information will be released as it becomes available.
Miguel Trujillo Gonzalez’s tragic death is a devastating reminder of the consequences of drug-related crimes. His memory will be honored, and his legacy will live on through the lives he touched. The investigation is ongoing, and the community is coming together to support the family affected by this tragic incident.
