MODESTO (KMJ) — A multi-agency search in Stanislaus County continues after a Newman Police officer was shot and killed during a traffic stop.
Shortly before 1am Wednesday morning, Corporal Ronil Singh responded to Merced Street and Eucalyptus Avenue in Newman. Dispatch heard his call of “shots fired” and fellow officers responded to find him suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. He was transported to the hospital where he later died.
Corporal Ronil Singh
Newman Police Department, CA
EOW: December 26, 2018 pic.twitter.com/ShgW37cMrx— Stanislaus Sheriff (@StanSheriff) December 26, 2018
Stanislaus County Sheriff’s Office said the suspect is considered armed and dangerous. Deputies have been examining the truck driven by the suspect, which was recovered outside Newman hours after the incident.
In a statement, Newman Police Chief Randy Richardson said the department is devastated by what happened.
“If anyone has any information regarding the identity of the suspect, please contact law enforcement immediately so we can get this cop-killer off the streets.”
In a statement, Governor Jerry Brown expressed his condolences to Corporal Singh’s wife, young son, loved ones and colleagues. “Our hearts are with the entire community of Newman and law enforcement officers across the state who risk their lives every day to protect and serve the people of California.”
Anyone with information about the incident is asked to contact Detective Michael Fisher at 209-525-7083 or dispatch at 209-552-2468.
Hear the report from KMJ’s Dominic McAndrew as it aired:
