All articles tagged with #san bernardino county
Originally Published 5 days ago — by Los Angeles Times
A series of vehicle thefts involving a white tow truck have been reported across San Bernardino County, with victims noticing their cars disappearing from driveways and curbs without police awareness, prompting an investigation into possible organized crime.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by ABC7 Los Angeles
A San Bernardino County sheriff's deputy, Andrew Nunez, was shot and killed while responding to a domestic violence call, and a memorial vigil was held in his honor. The suspect, Angelo Saldivar, was involved in a high-speed chase and is in custody. Nunez is remembered as a dedicated and kind officer, and his death has prompted community mourning and support efforts for his family.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by CBS News
Emmanuel Haro, a 7-month-old missing since August 14, remains unlocated after a search near the 60 Freeway in Moreno Valley, as authorities suspect foul play and have arrested his parents, who are due in court this week.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by ABC News
The Canyon Crest Fire, which started on Thanksgiving evening east of Los Angeles, has grown to 250 acres, prompting evacuation warnings in Riverside and San Bernardino counties. As of early morning, the fire was 0% contained, posing a threat to life and property. Residents in affected areas are urged to evacuate, especially those needing extra time or with animals. Multiple fire agencies, including Cal Fire and San Bernardino County Fire, are actively working to contain the blaze using various resources.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by KABC-TV
A San Bernardino County sheriff's deputy was attacked by a violent mob during an illegal street takeover in Highland, California. The deputy's decision to drive away likely prevented a lethal-force encounter. A 15-year-old boy has been arrested for attempted carjacking and felony vandalism in connection with the incident.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by KTLA Los Angeles
The body of a man killed in a plane crash in San Bernardino County has been recovered after the twin-engine Gulfstream AC95 aircraft went down near Palm Avenue and West Verdemont Drive. Witnesses heard the plane sputtering before the crash, and rescue crews located the debris field in the mountains north of Devil’s Canyon. The victim's identity is being withheld pending notification of next of kin, and the FAA and NTSB are investigating the cause of the crash.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by San Bernardino County Sun
A twin-engine Gulfstream AC95 crashed in the San Bernardino Mountains, and the body of a man was found in the wreckage. The crash site is about a dozen miles northwest of San Bernardino International Airport, and the search for survivors was hindered by rainy weather and difficult terrain. The FAA and the National Transportation Safety Board are investigating the incident.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by KABC-TV
A small plane, believed to be a twin-engine Gulfstream AC95, crashed near the 215 Freeway in San Bernardino County, prompting an investigation by the Federal Aviation Administration and National Transportation Safety Board. The crash occurred around 8:30 p.m. Saturday, and search and rescue crews were deployed to access the debris field located north of Devil's Canyon. The number of people on board and any potential survivors remain unclear.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by KTLA Los Angeles
Authorities are searching for survivors after a twin-engine Gulfstream AC95 plane crashed in San Bernardino County, hampered by heavy rain and gusty winds. The number of passengers on board and any potential fatalities are currently unknown. Witnesses reported hearing an engine sputter and seeing a red light flash before the crash. The FAA and the National Transportation Safety Board are investigating the cause of the crash, and a search will be conducted Sunday morning.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Los Angeles Times
San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Deputy Christopher Bingham was arrested and charged with 10 felonies, including possession of a machine gun and participation in a criminal street gang, after being accused of having a double life as a member of a local outlaw motorcycle gang and committing numerous firearms crimes, including stealing a shotgun from his own Sheriff’s Department. Authorities found 160 firearms, including an automatic assault rifle with an attached grenade launcher, as well as silencers and motorcycle-gang-related paraphernalia in his home. Bingham, who also owned a gun store, is being held in lieu of $500,000 bail and has been placed on compulsory leave by the department.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Los Angeles Times
The San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department released audio and video footage of the events leading up to the fatal shooting of 15-year-old Savannah Graziano, who had been abducted by her father. The footage contradicts initial statements made by Sheriff Shannon Dicus, raising questions about the transparency of the investigation. The department cited a ransomware attack as a reason for delayed information release. Legal experts emphasize the public's right to access information regarding police shootings, while the California Department of Justice is conducting an independent investigation.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by KABC-TV
The San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department released bodycam footage of a deadly shooting in Victorville involving deputies and a 17-year-old who threatened to kill himself, prompting a 911 call. The teen, armed with a knife, injured a deputy before being fatally shot. Sheriff Shannon Dicus emphasized the need for better mental health support, stating that law enforcement should not have to handle such crises, and highlighted the strain on the system. The sheriff defended the deputies' response, noting the safety risk posed by the armed teen and the ineffectiveness of pepper spray.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Washington Post
Newly released video and audio recordings from the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department have shed light on the fatal shooting of 15-year-old Savannah Graziano, who was kidnapped by her father. The footage has raised questions about the deputies' actions during the high-speed chase-turned-standoff and the confusion surrounding Savannah's role in the incident. The California Department of Justice is investigating the shooting, which occurred after a highway chase and exchange of gunfire. The release of the footage comes as the sheriff’s department faces scrutiny over another recent shooting involving a 15-year-old boy with autism.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The New York Times
Newly released video and audio recordings from a September 2022 vehicle pursuit show that 15-year-old Savannah Graziano, who had been reported kidnapped by her father, was fatally shot by gunfire from deputies as she followed their instructions to exit her father’s truck. The incident occurred a day after an Amber Alert was issued for her, and her father, Anthony Graziano, had killed his wife and fired at a father and child near a school in Fontana, California. The California Department of Justice is investigating the episode, and the footage and recordings were released by the San Bernardino Sheriff’s Department to a journalist who had filed a records request.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by KABC-TV
A high-speed pursuit and shootout in Hesperia, California, resulted in the deaths of a teen girl and her armed father, who was a fugitive murder suspect. The incident occurred after an Amber Alert was issued for the girl, who was believed to have been kidnapped by her father after he killed her mother. Video footage shows the deadly outcome after the truck got stuck offroad next to the 15 Freeway in Hesperia, with conflicting reports about who fired the shots. The California Department of Justice is continuing to investigate the incident.