Modesto Man Pleads Guilty to Bookstore Murder
Favian Marcos Ramirez entered a guilty plea for the 2019 killing of Cinnamon Eades at a Modesto adult bookstore.
Updated on Oct. 16, 2026 in Sex Crimes
Favian Marcos Ramirez, 28, has pleaded guilty to first-degree murder and robbery in the 2019 death of 38-year-old Cinnamon Eades. The crime took place at Liberty Adult Books in Modesto, where the victim was shot three times.
Why it matters
The plea brings a resolution to the legal proceedings surrounding the fatal 2019 robbery at a local business. Ramirez now faces life in prison for his actions during the incident.
Ramirez is set to be sentenced on November 20, 2026, at the Stanislaus County Superior Court following his guilty plea. The defendant previously faced an $11 million bail amount before the special circumstance charge was stricken.
The players
Favian Marcos Ramirez
He is the 28-year-old defendant who pleaded guilty to the first-degree murder and robbery of Cinnamon Eades.
Cinnamon Eades
She was the 38-year-old victim killed during a 2019 robbery at Liberty Adult Books in Modesto.
Linda McFadden
She is the judge presiding over the sentencing hearing at the Stanislaus County Superior Court.
The details
Investigators identified Ramirez through surveillance footage and vehicle information he provided at a used-car dealership prior to the shooting. He was apprehended in Ceres by detectives and SWAT officers after the theft of $45 from the bookstore register.
Timeline
July 9, 2019: Cinnamon Eades was killed at Liberty Adult Books.
April 2024: A preliminary hearing for murder and robbery charges was held.
October 8, 2026: Ramirez entered a guilty plea in court.
November 20, 2026: A sentencing hearing is scheduled before Judge Linda McFadden.
Legal Context
This case concludes a significant multi-year legal process within the Stanislaus County judicial system. It follows the standard trajectory of high-profile homicide cases where plea agreements are reached to avoid a prolonged trial.
The resolution of this case brings closure to a long-running investigation that deeply impacted the local community. Residents can expect the conclusion of court activities related to this incident following the upcoming sentencing date.
The takeaway
The conclusion of this case underscores the importance of persistent investigative work by local law enforcement in cold case resolution. Residents can follow the official court docket for updates on the sentencing hearing next month.
What happens next
The sentencing hearing for Favian Marcos Ramirez is set for November 20, 2026, at the Stanislaus County Superior Court.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by The Fresno Bee.
