Merced County Deputies Seek Armed Sacramento Man in Fatal Shooting
Merced County deputies are searching for an armed Sacramento man wanted in connection with the shooting death of a security guard at a private event at the Los Baños Fairgrounds on Saturday night.
Sacramento Stockton Modesto, CA, August 31, 2026 —
Merced County authorities are actively searching for an individual from Sacramento in connection with a fatal shooting that occurred Saturday night. The incident took place at a private event held at the Los Baños Fairgrounds.
Deputies are seeking an armed man, identified as being from Sacramento, who is considered a person of interest in the death of a security guard. The security guard was reportedly shot and killed during the private event. The exact nature of the event and the circumstances leading up to the shooting have not been fully detailed by law enforcement at this time.
The Merced County Sheriff’s Office, which is leading the investigation, has not released the names of the suspect or the deceased security guard. Information regarding the suspect’s physical description beyond being armed and from Sacramento, or any specific charges he may face, was also not immediately available.
The shooting is reported to have happened on Saturday night. Authorities have not provided details on the timeline of the event, the estimated attendance, or the specific location within the fairgrounds where the incident occurred. The Los Baños Fairgrounds is a venue that hosts various public and private gatherings.
The investigation is ongoing, and officials are urging anyone with information regarding the whereabouts of the Sacramento man or any details pertaining to the shooting to contact the Merced County Sheriff’s Office. No further information regarding the search efforts or potential leads has been released.
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