Sacramento Stockton Modesto, CA, July 26, 2026 —

An inmate from Stanislaus County, identified by the last name Stokes, escaped from the UC Davis Medical Center in Sacramento on Sunday afternoon. The escape occurred while the inmate was receiving medical treatment at the facility.

The circumstances surrounding the escape are still under investigation. Further details regarding how the escape was facilitated, the specific medical treatment the inmate was undergoing, and the exact time of the escape were not immediately available.

Authorities have not yet released the full name of the inmate or any specific charges or convictions associated with his incarceration in Stanislaus County. The Stanislaus County Sheriff’s Department is involved in the search for the escaped inmate.

The UC Davis Medical Center is a major hospital in Sacramento that provides a wide range of medical services. Inmate transfers to medical facilities are a standard procedure for individuals requiring specialized care or treatment that cannot be provided within correctional facilities.

Law enforcement agencies are actively working to locate and apprehend inmate Stokes. The public has been advised to report any sightings or information related to his whereabouts to the local authorities. The Stanislaus County Sheriff’s Department can be contacted for information.


Story summarized from the original created by Chris D. Johnson on fox40.com, see more information here.

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