Four dead in Rancho Cordova murder-suicide
On June 16, 2021, San Joaquin County Sheriff's deputies, while serving an eviction notice at a home in Stockton, California, encountered a combative occupant. Upon detaining the individual, deputies discovered multiple booby-trap style explosive devices and various weapons inside the residence. This led to the evacuation of surrounding blocks as an Explosive Ordnance Detonation (EOD) team was called to safely neutralize the threats. The suspect was taken into custody and faced charges related to the explosives and weapons.
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1 updateAuthorities are investigating a murder-suicide after four people, including two children, were found dead inside a Rancho Cordova home. The incident began with reports of gunfire and a man claiming responsibility and setting up booby traps. The suspect has been identified as David Vallerga.
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3 updatesAuthorities confirm the area is safe, and evacuated residents are allowed to return to their homes.
The EOD team works late into the night to render the area safe, confirming the removal or defusal of all explosive devices.
The arrested individual is transported to a hospital for medical clearance following the incident.
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