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3 teens among 4 killed in crash after Upland chase involving DUI suspect
Three of the four people who were killed Friday when a high-speed chase ended in a violent crash in Upland were teenagers, authorities said.According to the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department, the chase began in Rancho Cucamonga when a deputy attempted to conduct a traffic stop on a driver suspected of DUI.NOTE: The video above is from a previous report on this incident.The driver wouldn't pull over and ended up smashing into the front of a white Ford Mustang in Upland. Four males were pronounced dead at the scene, according to authorities.The three teens killed were identified as Jesus Guillen Jr. and Joel Jeremiah Silva - two 16-year-olds from Fontana - and Michael Adrian Gomez, a 17-year-old from Pomona.The fourth person killed has not been identified.It's unclear who was driving the vehicle.A fifth victim inside the suspect's vehicle - a 13-year-old boy - survived the collision and was rushed to the hospital.Two innocent victims were transported to a hospital but appeared to be OK, authorities said. Authorities told Eyewitness News a loaded firearm was found in the suspect's vehicle, a 2018 Hyundai, which had been reported stolen in Fontana.The incident remains under investigation.
Two suspects are arrested for allegedly stealing merchandise from store
Two suspects were arrested for allegedly stealing merchandise from a store in Upland, according to the Upland Police Department. On July 2 at about 3 p.m., officers were dispatched to a business in the 1200 block of W. Foothill Boulevard for a theft that just occurred. Officers learned a male loaded a trash bag with hygiene products and fled in a black Jeep.
Father shot and killed in front of family; gunman at large
Police are searching for a suspect who gunned down a man as he was walking with his family in Covina. The incident happened on June 22 near the 1100 block of East Wanamaker Drive at around 9:35 p.m., according to the Covina Police Department. The victim, identified only as a 28-year-old man, was walking with […]
Two men and a woman are arrested after deputies investigate burglary
Two men and a woman were arrested after deputies investigated a burglary in Loma Linda, according to the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department. The incident occurred on June 17 at about 9:13 a.m. at the business BWW and Company in the 24000 block of Redlands Boulevard. Through investigation, deputies...
Man and woman found dead in Rosemead
A man and a woman were found dead in Rosemead Wednesday, according to the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department. The victims were found dead around 12:20 p.m. Wednesday in the 7600 block of Steddom Drive, according to LASD. Deputies were initially investigating the incident as a shooting but the cause of death is unknown at this time. No arrests have been made in the case. Anyone with information regarding the incident was urged to contact the LASD Homicide Bureau at 323-890-5500. Tipsters who prefer to remain anonymous can call Crime Stoppers at 800-222-8477 or report tips online.
Fireworks technician seriously wounded in explosion at La Puente's official show
A fireworks technician suffered serious injuries in a misfire and explosion during the La Puente fireworks show, which also left another two people with minor wounds Wednesday night, according to city officials.The incident happened during the 3rd of July Fortunato Jimenez Independence Celebration & Fireworks Show, which was scheduled to take place at La Puente Park from 4 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. According to the Los Angeles County Fire Department, first responders were called to the park at about 9:26 p.m. and they took three people suffering burn wounds to a nearby hospital.The two people who suffered minor injuries were also pyrotechnicians, who specialize in working with fireworks, city officials said. In a statement online, the city said the injuries were caused by a "misfire and explosion.""Our hearts are heavy as we share news about the La Puente's Fortunate Jimenez Fireworks Show," the city's statement reads. "We ask for your thoughts and support for their families during this challenging time."No other details have been released by county fire officials.
Baldwin Park Police Department Seize Illegal Fireworks
Illegal Fireworks were seized by Baldwin Park Police Department Officers and Detectives. On July 2, 2024, Gang Detectives initiated an investigation into a Baldwin Park homeowner’s possession and sale of illegal fireworks. Through the investigation, it was discovered that the subject in question was transporting illegal fireworks in his...
11-year-old girl reported missing in Fontana found safe
An 11-year-old girl who went missing Wednesday morning in Fontana was found safe, police said.Kassidy Johnson was last seen leaving her home in the 11600 block of Lark Court, about two blocks west of Citrus Avenue, about 5 a.m.According to the Fontana Police Department, she was found safe Wednesday afternoon and has since been reunited with her family."Thank you to everyone who shared our posts, kept an eye out, and called in with tips," said Fontana Police in a post on X. "Your quick action and concern played a crucial role in bringing Kassidy home.This is a perfect example of how our community pulls together in need."*** Critical Missing Update *** 11-year-old Kassidy Johnson has been found safe and is now back with her family. Thank you to everyone who shared our posts, kept an eye out, and called in with tips. Your quick action and concern played a crucial role in bringing Kassidy home.…— Fontana PD (@FontanaPD) July 3, 2024
2 Killed, 2 Injured in Car Crash on 6th Street [Ontario, CA]
ONTARIO, CA (July 2nd, 2024) – Two people died early Saturday morning, and two were hurt in a car accident on 6th Street and Grove Avenue. The incident occurred at approximately 2:20 a.m., on June 22nd. Officers say the driver of a southbound two-door Honda Civic veered off the...
DO NOT CALL 9-1-1 to Report Illegal Fireworks
Every year, numerous users and bystanders are injured by illegal fireworks, and property is damaged by fires sparked by fireworks. Please help keep our community safe this upcoming holiday. On November 6th, 2012, Measure X was approved by Fullerton voters allowing for the discharging of “Safe & Sane” Fireworks within designated areas of the city.
L.A. County sheriff's deputy pleads not guilty in criminal case
A Los Angeles County sheriff’s deputy accused of stealing money from a driver’s coin purse after a traffic stop in the Whittier area, concealing the evidence and then filing a false police report pleaded not guilty Tuesday.
1 killed, 1 wounded in gang-related stabbing in Fullerton, police say
A man was killed and another wounded in an attack Wednesday evening in Fullerton that authorities believe may be gang-related. Fullerton Police Department officers responded to a fight in the 2400 block of West Valencia Avenue at about 6:15 p.m., police said in a news release. When they arrived, officers found two men, both 20, […]
Chino Hills freshman dies after medical emergency on campus
Fourteen year old Jason Phan was to be an incoming freshman and football player at Chino High. After being pulled out of the campus pool on June 28 due to a medical emergency , Phan passed away in the Children’s Hospital of Orange County on June 30. The cause...
Police Blotter: July 5, 2024
Claremont Police Department officers responded to the 1500 block of Mural Drive at 7:27 p.m. after receiving multiple calls about car in the middle of the street. They located the vehicle’s owner, Walter Folgar, 40, of Montclair, a short distance away. Police say Folgar was acting erratically and displayed symptoms of being under the influence of a controlled substance. A search allegedly yielded methamphetamine, and he was arrested for being under the influence of a controlled substance and in possession of a controlled substance, both misdemeanors. He was booked at the CPD and released with citations to appear at Pomona Superior Court.
Man Last Seen in West Covina Reported Missing
The Sheriff’s Department is seeking the public’s help Monday evening in locating a missing 27-year-old man who was last seen in West Covina. Raymond Robledo was last seen on June 24 at 2 p.m. near the intersection of Amar Road and Azusa Avenue, according to the Sheriff’s Information Bureau.
Road rage stabbing in Ontario under investigation
ONTARIO, Calif. - One person is in custody following an apparent road rage incident that led to a stabbing in Ontario, according to police. Officers responded to the area near S. Mountain Avenue and Holt Boulevard on a report of a possible stabbing related to a road rage incident between two drivers.
$900,000 Civil Rights Judgment in Fontana Encourages New Training for Conducting Interrogations
FONTANA, CA – California peace officers receiving new training under California’s Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) are being urged to turn over a new investigatory leaf, according to a report by the Associated Press. In short, they can still lie to suspects, but within reason....
Monrovia Police: Arrested for Fireworks; Robbery With Fake Firearm; Vehicle Hits Restaurant; Attack With Rubbing Alcohol; And More ...
[Monrovia Police activities from the Police Department's Neighborhood Watch Report for June 27 – July 2. - Brad Haugaard]. During the last seven-day period, the Police Department handled 456 service events, resulting in 103 investigations. Pursuit. June 27 at 4:33 p.m., an officer was patrolling the area of Peck...
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