Etiwanda
CRIME & SAFETY
Loma Linda man attacked by neighbor, deputies say; knife still stuck in skull
LOMA LINDA, Calif. - A Loma Linda man remains in the ICU Friday, after deputies said he was attacked and stabbed by a neighbor. A piece of the knife used in the attack remains stuck in his skull. Michael Roque was walking to his carport on Monday, on his way...
Woman arrested for allegedly stabbing wife to death with sword in San Dimas
A 44-year-old woman accused of stabbing her wife to death with a sword in San Dimas has been arrested, authorities announced.The incident happened last Thursday in the 300 block of South Huntington Avenue, between Arrow Highway and Cienega Avenue.According to the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department, Weichien Huang and her wife, Chen Chen Fei, got into an argument at their home when Huang attacked Fei with a sword.Cell phone video obtained by Eyewitness News shows a woman carrying what appears to be a Samurai sword before deputies stop her in the middle of the street.It was not immediately known if...
Murder suspect arrested in Mexico after 19-year manhunt
Riverside police and their federal law enforcement partners arrested a man in Mexico accused of killing someone 19 years ago.In June 2005, 38-year-old Alfonso Vera tried to stop a man from beating his girlfriend in the 4700 block of Doane Avenue in Riverside. As Vera tried to protect the woman, then 32-year-old Luis Contreras allegedly stepped in and shot Vera multiple times before leaving him to die. Detectives said witnesses saw two cars leaving the area. Investigators eventually arrested two of three suspects but could not track down Contreras before he traveled to Mexico. In July 2005, police issued an arrest...
Suspect arrested after Southern California man found murdered inside vehicle
A suspect who remained on the run was arrested after a man was found murdered inside a vehicle in San Bernardino County. The suspect was identified as Yusuf Wilson Jr., 31, by the Colton Police Department. On June 3, police responded to a shooting near Fairway and Sperry Drives in Colton at around 10:45 p.m. […]
Man sets own truck ablaze while trying to evade deputies, damaging multiple vehicles
A Bloomington man is behind bars after he intentionally set fire to his truck on Thursday, causing it to explode and damage other vehicles, while attempting to elude the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department. Rolando Guillen Ochoa, 58, allegedly intentionally rammed a maintenance golf cart several times at Cedar Village Mobile Home Park, in the […]
Police: Theft suspect reportedly destroys security camera, but salvaged footage catches him in the act
ST. GEORGE — A Southern California man accused of breaking into a storage trailer at a construction site in Hurricane was arrested during a traffic stop in St. George — thanks, in part, to a security camera that captured images before it was destroyed. The case was filed...
Fire Destroys Garage, Vehicle, Room in Highland Home; Arson Suspected
HIGHLAND, Calif., July 26 (KNN) — Flames swept through a garage, engulfed one room inside a home and destroyed a vehicle Friday afternoon in the city of… Read more "Fire Destroys Garage, Vehicle, Room in Highland Home; Arson Suspected">
Police Arrest Two at Pomona DUI/License Checkpoint
Two people were arrested for driving under the influence and four drivers had their vehicles towed at a DUI/driver’s license operation Saturday in Pomona. In addition to the arrests, 28 drivers were cited for operating a vehicle without a valid license or with a suspended/revoked license and 1,015 vehicles were screened during the checkpoint, according to the Pomona Police Department’s Traffic Services Bureau.
Authorities attempt to take 50 dogs from property after owner dies
Riverside County Department of Animal Services officers impounded 14 dogs Monday from a ranch near Desert Hot Springs, and plans were in place to return Tuesday to retrieve more of a total of 50 canines running loose on the property where the owner was found dead. Late Sunday residents of...
Macy Fire containment grows to 60%; Ortega Highway reopened
LAKE ELSINORE — Containment of the 145-acre Macy Fire in the Cleveland National Forest west of Lake Elsinore remains at 60% on Saturday morning, according to the Riverside County Fire Department. Meanwhile, the Ortega (74) Highway, which was closed shortly after the fire started Thursday, has reopened, fire officials said. ...
Road Rage – Man Who Shot Driver During Freeway Traffic Dispute Headed to Prison
RIVERSIDE (CNS) – A 54-year-old man who shot a motorist during a road rage confrontation on Interstate 15 in Eastvale was bound for state prison Thursday to serve a 25-year term after pleading guilty to attempted murder and other charges. Carlos Leonardo Castro Martinez of Menifee admitted the felony...
Burn Victim “John Doe” Found in San Bernardino Homicide Case
In a harrowing incident that has shaken the community, the San Bernardino Police Department is investigating a gruesome homicide after a burn victim was discovered late Monday night. The horrifying scene unfolded on July 22, 2024, at approximately 10:38 PM, at the intersection of N. Duffy St. and W. Donald...
Pomona police arrest two offenders in separate incidents involving drugs and firearms
POMONA, California — Pomona police arrested two individuals in separate incidents involving drugs and firearms on July 22 and 23. On Monday, July 22, Special Investigation Unit (SIU) officers attempted to stop a known offender on active Post Release Community Supervision in a high-narcotic area. The offender did not comply, leading to a pursuit. During the chase, officers observed the driver throw an object out of the window, which was later found to be a large bag containing drug paraphernalia. The offender was subsequently arrested and booked at Pomona City Jail, according to the Pomona Police Department.
Police Blotter: July 26, 2024
Claremont Police Department officers pulled over Pomona resident Alexis Mendoza, 26, along the 500 block of Towne Avenue at 12:22 a.m. for a vehicle code violation. Police said he displayed symptoms of alcohol impairment and conducted field sobriety tests. Mendoza was subsequently arrested for misdemeanor driving under the influence. A records check then revealed he had a misdemeanor warrant from San Bernardino County, and had been driving on a suspended license, which resulted in police adding misdemeanor driving with a suspended license to his charges. Mendoza was taken to CPD to be booked and to provide a chemical sample. After detoxing, he was released with a citation to appear at Pomona Superior Court.
Pair Who Robbed Fruit Vendors in Riverside Area Due for Sentencing
Two men who perpetrated a series of robberies targeting fruit vendors in Riverside and neighboring communities are slated for sentencing Thursday. Edgar Menchaca Martinez, 32, and Arturo Romero, 28, both of Perris, earlier this month admitted 11 counts each of armed robbery and assault with a firearm, for a total of 22 felony charges.
Welcome to NewsBreak, an open platform where diverse perspectives converge. Most of our content comes from established publications and journalists, as well as from our extensive network of tens of thousands of creators who contribute to our platform. We empower individuals to share insightful viewpoints through short posts and comments. It’s essential to note our commitment to transparency: our Terms of Use acknowledge that our services may not always be error-free, and our Community Standards emphasize our discretion in enforcing policies. We strive to foster a dynamic environment for free expression and robust discourse through safety guardrails of human and AI moderation. Join us in shaping the news narrative together.