Attempted Murder Suspect Accused Of Shooting Girlfriend In Face Arrested In Oregon, San Joaquin Sheriff Says
SAN JOAQUIN COUNTY (CBS13) – The San Joaquin County Sheriff's Office said a man wanted for attempted murder after he allegedly shot his girlfriend in the face was arrested in Oregon.
Kevin Gerolaga, 34, was wanted for the shooting, which happened in the early morning hours of April 21. He allegedly shot the victim during an argument and fled before law enforcement arrived.
On Saturday, San Joaquin County investigators said he was pulled over in Curry County, Oregon. Gerolaga fled from the traffic stop but was arrested shortly later.
The victim was expected to make a full recovery, the sheriff's office said.
The San Joaquin County Sheriff's Office said Gerolaga was being transported to the county on Saturday.
