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Daughter Arrested After Mother Found Stabbed in Merced Apartment
15 Jul
Summary
- Woman found dead with multiple stab wounds in Merced apartment.
- Daughter arrested nearby with her unharmed 1-year-old son.
- Motive for the fatal stabbing remains under investigation by police.
A tragic incident unfolded at the Brookdale North Apartments in Merced on Saturday afternoon, where police discovered Michelle Vazquez deceased with multiple stab wounds. Responding to a welfare check prompted by neighbors hearing a loud argument overnight, officers forced entry into the apartment.
Authorities quickly identified Michelle Vazquez's daughter, 28-year-old Selena Bass Vazquez, as the primary suspect. She was located about an hour later at a nearby park, Rahilly Park, and taken into custody. Significantly, Bass Vazquez was with her 1-year-old son at the time of her arrest; the child was found unharmed.
Detectives are continuing to investigate the motive behind the fatal stabbing, noting that it remains unknown. Neighbors expressed shock, describing the event as unexpected and out of character for the area. The victim's family described Michelle Vazquez as caring, positive, and strong, expressing devastation over their loss.
