On May 28, 2026, a stabbing in Modesto, California, resulted in the deaths of two women and an infant. The suspect was arrested after a brief manhunt that led to a school lockdown.
- Two women, aged 23 and 54, and an infant were fatally stabbed in a residence on Monterey Avenue. - A 4-year-old child was found unharmed and taken to a hospital for evaluation.
- The suspect, Joaquin Escoto, 28, was found hiding in a nearby home and taken into custody. - Orville Wright Elementary School was placed on lockdown as a precaution; students were safely relocated and reunited with families.
Police believe the incident was isolated and there is no ongoing threat to the public. The investigation continues.