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Man Arrested for Murder of Plant Employee in Lodi Shooting Incident

LODI, Calif. – Authorities arrested a Lodi man on suspicion of murder following a fatal shooting at the Rivermaid Trading Company. The victim, identified as 27-year-old Jorge Bejar, was an employee at the company. The incident occurred late at night on Monday, with deputies responding to the scene at E Pine Street in Lodi. Upon arrival, deputies discovered Bejar with multiple gunshot wounds. Tragically, he succumbed to his injuries at the scene. The San Joaquin …

Skydiving Tragedies Persist at California’s Lodi Parachute Center Despite Calls for Closure

LODI, California – The Lodi Parachute center in California has gained notoriety as America’s most dangerous skydiving facility, with 28 fatalities occurring over the past four decades. Despite this grim reputation, the center remains operational, prompting questions about its continued existence. One tragic incident in 2016 involved 18-year-old Tyler Turner, who tragically fell to his death when the parachute he shared with his instructor failed to open. Following Tyler’s death, ‘Tyler’s Law’ was enacted in …