HOLLISTER, CALIFORNIA – May 23, 2025, - The Hollister Police Department is investigating the suspicious death of a 43-year-old Hollister resident.
On Friday morning, May 23, 2025, officers responded to an emergency medical call on the 1200 block of East Park Street, where an individual was found unresponsive. The individual—later identified as Juan Jose Meza—was pronounced deceased at the scene by Hollister Fire Personnel.
Meza appeared to have been deceased for several hours before emergency personnel were contacted. The Hollister Police Detective Bureau has taken over the investigation of this suspicious death. They are gathering evidence to determine the circumstances surrounding the incident.
The Hollister Police Department is requesting assistance from any potential witnesses in connection with this incident. If anyone observed anything unusual in the area between the Aspen Dental location and the Chipotle Restaurant last night or have any information related to this incident, please reach out to the Hollister Police Department. Your cooperation could be vital to the investigation.
Anyone with information regarding this investigation is asked to contact Detective Gaeta at 831-638-4331. Persons wishing to remain anonymous may call WeTip at (800) 78-CRIME. Information provided to WeTip may qualify for a reward.
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Prepared by: Sergeant A. Melgoza
Approved by: Chief Carlos Reynoso
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