🚨 MERCED SHOOTING UPDATE 🚨 Deputies with the Merced County Sheriff’s Office are investigating a shooting that occurred Thursday morning around 8:42 a.m. on the 300 block of East Childs Avenue in Merced. A 24-year-old man was shot in the abdomen and transported to a local hospital, where he remains in serious but stable condition. Authorities say the shooting began as a verbal argument that escalated into a physical altercation. Deputies are searching for a suspect described as a Hispanic male,

3.6K views · 25 reactions | The Merced Police Department seeks your assistance in solving unsolved cases with unknown suspects. The mapping application below will take you to photos of suspects in cases that are currently unsolved. https://www.cityofmerced.org/departments/police/help-us-solve-a-crime If you have any information, please contact us: anontipline@cityofmerced.org non-emergency (209) 385-6912 anonymous tip line (209) 385-4725 | Merced Police Department | Facebook

As we close out 2025, the Merced Police Department would like to express our sincere gratitude to our incredible community. This year was filled with unity, support, and partnership, and we are truly thankful for everyone who helped make Merced a stronger, safer place. We are also deeply grateful for our Merced PD family our officers, professional staff, and their loved ones, whose dedication and service never go unnoticed. Wishing everyone a happy and safe New Year! Please celebrate responsibly

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