Sonora, CA…The Tuolumne County Sheriff’s Office is currently investigating a Homicide at a residence in the 17900 block of Lime Kiln Road in Sonora.

We have closed Lime Kiln Road at Jacobs Road while we investigate this incident. We ask that you please avoid the area as this is an active investigation. The suspect fled the scene prior to law enforcement arriving on scene and remains outstanding.

We understand the community’s concerns about the possibility of a threat. At this time, we believe this was an isolated incident between individuals. If you have any information on this incident, please contact the Tuolumne County Sheriff’s Office Communications center at (209) 533-5815

We will keep the public updated with confirmed information as appropriate and without jeopardizing the integrity of the investigation.