Press Release: Subject Arrested For Assault With Firearm After Shooting at Occupied Vehicle in Parkfield

DATE/TIME: 5/22/2026 at 9:32 AM

TYPE OF INCIDENT: Subject Arrested for Assault With a Deadly Weapon After Firing Multiple Shots At Occupied Vehicle

LOCATION: Parkfield, California

MEDIA CONTACT: Andres Rosas, Commander; Phone: 831-261-5492; Email: rosasae@countyofmonterey.gov

Monterey County Sheriff’s deputies responded to a reported shooting at a residence located on the 84000 block of White Road in Parkfield.

On Thursday May 21st , 2026, about 11:00 AM, Monterey County Sheriff’s deputies contacted the victim, who reported that 45-year-old Elena Juarez of San Miguel, had fired multiple rounds toward him while he was seated inside his vehicle. Deputies detained Juarez at the scene and recovered a Ruger .357 caliber revolver.

During the investigation, a witness reported observing Juarez point the firearm toward the victim’s vehicle and fire from about 250 yards away. Deputies determined that multiple rounds were fired in the direction of the victim as he attempted to leave the property. The victim reported that additional rounds were fired as he fled the area and believed one round struck a nearby tree, causing bark and debris to impact his vehicle.

Based on statements, witness accounts, and physical evidence collected at the scene, Juarez was arrested and transported to Monterey County Jail on multiple felony charges including:

PC 245(a)(2) - Assault- Firearm on Person

PC 246 - Shoot At Inhabited Dwelling/Vehicle/Etc.

PC 417(a)(2) – Brandish Firearm

Bail was set at $155,000

This investigation remains ongoing. Anyone with additional information related to this incident is encouraged to contact the Monterey County Sheriff’s Office.