The Ceres Police Department investigated illegal dumping of toxic materials into a storm drain on the 1500 block of East Whitmore Avenue, first reported on Monday. Evidence indicated the dumping occurred last Friday, including a 55-gallon container and video footage from local businesses, as reported by the Ceres Police Department.
Authorities used the surveillance footage to identify and arrest the suspect, 47-year-old Ceres resident Jose Gutierrez. The incident poses potential risks to public health and the environment, as stated by the Ceres Police Department…