Ernest Trevino, a 39-year-old resident of Modesto, California, tragically lost his life on March 25, 2020. The incident occurred around 7:30 PM at a residence on Glendale Avenue. According to reports, Ernest was shot and subsequently transported to a local hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries. The Modesto Police Department launched an investigation into the shooting, which led to the identification of a suspect shortly after the incident.
The suspect in the case was identified as
Mario Trevino Jr., a 30-year-old man from Salida, California, who was also Ernest Trevino's nephew. Mario Trevino Jr. was arrested on March 26, 2020, during a traffic stop for unrelated weapons charges. During the stop, officers discovered a loaded firearm in the vehicle he was riding in. Due to his prior felony convictions, Mario was prohibited from owning or possessing firearms. This arrest occurred just one day after the fatal shooting of his uncle.
On March 31, 2020, Modesto Police Detectives formally charged Mario Trevino Jr. with the murder of Ernest Trevino. Despite the arrest and charges, the motive behind the shooting remained unclear, and detectives continued to investigate the circumstances surrounding the incident. The case drew significant attention in the local community, as it involved a family member being accused of such a grievous crime.
The legal proceedings against Mario Trevino Jr. included charges of homicide, and he was held at the Stanislaus County Public Safety Center. The investigation into the motive and other details of the case was ongoing, with authorities urging anyone with information to come forward. The tragic death of Ernest Trevino and the subsequent arrest of his nephew highlighted the complexities and emotional toll of familial violence, leaving the community in shock and mourning.
