Domestic violence cases up in Stanislaus, but fear has fewer immigrants reporting

A Modesto man accused of stabbing another man multiple times, including in the eyes, is now charged with attempted murder in what prosecutors describe as a domestic violence-related attack. Authorities say the assault was retaliation linked to the suspect’s former girlfriend, who had a restraining order against him.

Deputy District Attorney Vita Palazuelos said the suspect, Cesar Romero-Bermudez, has a long history of domestic violence dating back to 2018, including multiple felony assault convictions against previous partners. At the time of the Turlock stabbing, he was out on bail for a felony domestic violence case involving a different woman.

“This defendant is a prime example of a perpetual domestic violence offender,” Palazuelos said. “He’s been arrested and convicted multiple times, and while out on bail, he committed this brutal attack.”…

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