Funeral services held for Merced County family who was kidnapped, killed

TURLOCK, Calif. (KFSN) -- The funeral services for four Merced County family members who were kidnapped and killed were held in Turlock Saturday.

The bodies of 8-month-old Aroohi Dheri, her parents Jasdeep Singh and Jasleen Kaur, and her uncle, Amandeep Singh, were found in an orchard near Dos Palos last Wednesday.

The family was kidnapped from their trucking business on October 3.

Former employee Jesus Salgado is charged with the murders. His brother, Alberto, is charged as an accessory.

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Jesus Salgado appeared in Merced County Superior court on Thursday morning wearing shackles and a safety garment.

Saturday's memorial at Allen Mortuary was for family only, but community members were welcome to show their support outside the service.