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Family devastated after mother of six children dies in Pomona hit-and-run crash
A family is heartbroken after a 57-year-old mother of six children was killed in a hit-and-run crash in Pomona.Carol Fuentes was hospitalized for more than a week before she died. Family members say she was just three minutes from her home when a driver slammed into her vehicle and then ran off.Officers responded to a three-car crash in the area of Garey and Orange Grove avenues around 9 p.m. July 5, according to the Pomona Police Department. Fuentes and another person were injured in the crash.Police say the driver of a Ford Expedition fled the scene and remains on the...
Workplace shooting leaves one dead in city of Industry
Authorities are investigating a deadly shooting that happened in the city of Industry early Monday morning. It happened at around 8:30 a.m., when deputies were dispatched to the 18600 block of Gale Avenue upon learning of the incident, according to the Los Angels County Sheriff's Department. Investigators say that they learned an ex-employee had fired shots at a business in the area, striking at least one person inside. Shortly after arrival they detained a person of interest who remains in custody. They say that after searching a car of interest at the scene they also discovered more firearms. No information has yet been provided on the victim or suspect in the incident. Anyone with more information is urged to contact LASD's Homicide Bureau at (323) 890-5500.This is a developing story. Check back for details.
Police shoot, kill Southern California man who called 911 on himself
A 27-year-old Orange County man was shot dead by police last month in what appears to have been an intentional ploy to get officers to open fire on him, authorities announced Monday. The June 15 incident began just after 5 a.m. when Fullerton Police Department dispatchers received a 911 call from a person reporting […]
Memorial held for man struck and killed while on bike by driver fleeing from police in Irwindale
Friends and loved ones held an emotional memorial for a father of two who was killed while on his bicycle training for an upcoming event by a driver being chased by police.Raul Castañeda was struck and killed by a driver in a Land Rover fleeing from police. Family and friends gathered Friday for a memorial, which was so large that officers in Irwindale had to shut down the street so the people could safely grieve.With deep pain and tears, loved ones signed a white-painted bicycle in honor of Castañeda, an avid cyclist from San Gabriel."To me it didn't have to...
Pedestrian killed by hit-and-run driver in Ontario
ONTARIO, Calif. - The search is on for a hit-and-run driver who killed a man in Ontario late Monday night. Authorities said around 11 p.m., the victim was struck by a passing vehicle at the intersection of Milliken Avenue and Jurupa Street, and that the driver did not stop to render aid.
Pomona police arrest multiple suspects in weekend incidents
POMONA, California — Pomona police arrested several individuals over the weekend in connection with various crimes, including firearm possession, narcotics, and a warrant for murder. Early Monday morning, July 15, officers were dispatched to a bar on South San Antonio Avenue where a patron was threatening individuals and brandishing...
Councilmember Jim Bowman Arrested For Hit & Run , Possibly Under The Influence
INCIDENT: Ontario City Councilmember Jim Bowman Arrested for Hit and Run and Suspicion of Driving Under the Influence. Ontario, Ca- On July 8, 2024, at 5:05 p.m., Ontario Dispatch received 911 calls about a traffic accident in the area of Euclid Avenue and Mission Boulevard. Witnesses said two vehicles had been involved, but one vehicle left the scene of the accident.
Pasadena’s Gang Violence Outreach Program Shows Mixed Results in First Quarter
At the City Council’s Public Safety Committee meeting on Wednesday, July 17, the Pasadena Public Health Department will report about its gang violence outreach and interruption services for the first quarter of 2024. The program, which focuses on street mediation, crisis intervention, and talking one-on-one with key players, logged 1,512 hours of service from January to March, a preliminary report showed.
1,000 Xanax pills, ghost guns among items found in 'suspicious vehicle' in Orange County
BUENA PARK, Calif. - A search of a "suspicious vehicle" in Buena Park resulted in one arrest and the recovery of multiple items including ghost guns, Xanax pills, and license plates. According to the Buena Park Police Department, officers contacted that suspicious vehicle parked near Knott and Lincoln Sunday, noting...
Woman arrested following pursuit which started in Fontana and ended in Ontario
A 40-year-old woman was arrested following a pursuit which started in Fontana and continued into Ontario, according to the Fontana Police Department. On July 13 at about 8:41 p.m., officers were dispatched to the area near Duncan Canyon and the Interstate 15 Freeway following reports of a reckless driver. A black Nissan Altima was identified as the vehicle involved.
Juvenile Shot with Pellet Gun in Baldwin Park Monday
Juvenile was shot and injured with a pellet gun in Baldwin Park Monday afternoon. Officers from the Baldwin Park Police Department responded at approximately 12:27 p.m. to reports of an injury near the intersection of Badillo Street and Vineland Avenue. Upon arrival, officers discovered that a juvenile had been struck...
Baldwin Park DUI/Driver’s License Checkpoint Leads To One Arrest
Baldwin Park DUI/Driver’s License Checkpoint leads to One Arrest. On Saturday, June 29, 2024, the Baldwin Park Police Department conducted a DUI (Driving Under the Influence) and Driver’s License Checkpoint. Its checkpoint was held from 6:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. at an undisclosed location within the City. Approximately...
The Internet Is Lusting After These Two ‘Very Handsome’ Police Officers on Facebook: PHOTO
A photograph of two "good-looking officers" in California has set the internet ablaze. The two cops went viral after the Whittier Police Department shared a photo of the pair, both flashing big smiles, on social media. "Have a great weekend everyone!" the post was captioned. Facebook post here and see...
Chino Resident Charged with Commercial Burglary After Alleged Theft at ASN Depot in Chino Hills
Chino Hills deputies have arrested a suspect in connection with a commercial burglary and recovered the stolen property, a laptop, after an investigation into a theft that occurred on July 9. According to the SBSD - Chino Hills Police Department, 30-year-old Mathew Gilmore, a Chino resident, was identified and captured as the alleged perpetrator of the theft at ASN Depot, Inc., located at 4200 Chino Hills Parkway.
St. Rita Campers’ Fire Safety Adventure at Sierra Madre Fire Department
Camp Raider at St. Rita School took a scenic walk through Sierra Madre to visit our friends at the Sierra Madre Fire Department! The campers were eager to ask questions and learned a lot about fire safety and emergency procedures. They also had a blast exploring the fire truck! Our firefighter friends were incredibly welcoming, sending the campers home with firefighter hats and stickers. A big thank you to the Sierra Madre Fire Station for their warm hospitality!
The Pasadena Police Fitness Team rocked the Popsicle Dash 5k, promoting wellness for mind, body, and spirit.
This past Saturday, the Pasadena Police Department’s Fitness Team ran in the Karbach Brewing Co.’s Popsicle Dash 5k. The Pasadena Police Department prioritizes our personnel’s overall health, and the Fitness Team is just one of many ideas the Resiliency and Mentorship Program (RAMP) is implementing. The R.A.M.P. program is built around the five pillars of wellness. (mental, physical, social, financial, and spiritual)
Cover Story: The Anger of Politics
This past weekend, a shocked nation was once again forced to deal with the violence of a mass shooting. But this time, the target was not a church or a school. Instead, it was former President and current Republican nominee Donald Trump. As Trump spoke to an outdoor crowd in...
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