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Uncle Charged with Murder After Toddler Dies in Fire

4/7/2026

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  • A two-year-old boy died in a house fire in Turlock, California.
  • Richard Regalado, 29, the uncle babysitting the child, faces felony charges including murder and arson after allegedly setting the fire.
  • Prosecutor Vita Palazuelos described the case as one of the county's most disturbing in history.
  • Regalado remains in custody without bail; a May court appearance is scheduled.