Update: Calaveras County Manhunt For Suspect Shooting At Vehicle

Published Oct 29, 2026 4:12 pm : Updated Oct 29, 2026 4:44 pm

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Update at 4:40 p.m.: The Calaveras County Sheriff’s Office continues to investigate the reported firearm-related incident in the 9000 block of Warren Road in the Town of Jenny Lind. Resources, including a K9 team, a drone team, and a CHP helicopter, have assisted in the search efforts. As an added precaution, the Sheriff’s Office is increasing patrols throughout the surrounding area. Residents may see additional deputies and heightened law enforcement activity throughout the evening and overnight, as investigators will monitor the area and conduct proactive patrols. Sheriff’s officials added, “We appreciate the community’s patience and cooperation as this investigation continues. Anyone with information regarding this incident or who observes an individual matching the previously provided description is asked not to approach them and to contact 9-1-1 immediately. The Sheriff’s Office will provide additional updates as appropriate.” See below for further details on this incident.

Original post at 4:12 p.m.: Jenny Lind, CA – A manhunt is underway in the Jenny Lind area of Calaveras County after a masked man fired several rounds at a vehicle and then fled.

Deputies are on scene in the 9000 block of Warren Road, between Zinfindel and Chenin Blanc Avenues, north of Highway 26, investigating the incident and canvassing the area to locate the individual. The firearm-related incident occurred around 2:23 p.m. in that area.

“According to the initial report, an individual wearing a ski mask was observed discharging what appeared to be a rifle in the direction of a person who was returning to their property in a vehicle. The individual who reportedly discharged the firearm fled the area prior to deputies’ arrival,” stated sheriff’s officials, who described the individual as approximately 6
feet tall, wearing dark-colored clothing and a black ski mask.

As a precaution, community members are asked to avoid the area and the immediate surrounding area while deputies continue their investigation. Additional information will be provided as the investigation progresses, advised sheriff’s officials.

Currently, no injuries have been reported at this time. Anyone who sees an individual matching this description should not approach or attempt to contact the suspect; instead, call 911 immediately. Anyone with information about this incident should contact the Sheriff’s Office Dispatch at 209-754-6500.