Manteca Police Department reported that Officer Ryan Castro is involved in legal proceedings related to an off-duty incident. The department shared on social media that Castro was under investigation by the Ripon Police Department. The incident happened outside Manteca’s jurisdiction on May 1, 2024, as stated by the Manteca Police Department.
After being notified of the investigation, Manteca Police Department placed Officer Castro on paid administrative leave. The Ripon Police Department conducted the criminal investigation, which has now concluded. The San Joaquin County District Attorney’s Office has filed charges, and Castro turned himself in to the San Joaquin County Jail…