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    Investigators Arrest Two Adelanto Suspects for Child Abuse and Child Sex Charges

    Investigators from the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department, Victor Valley Station, arrested two suspects in Adelanto for child abuse and child sex charges. Carlos Omar Moreno, 37, and Maria Del Carmen Esquivel, 43, both residents of Adelanto, were taken into custody following an investigation.On Monday, February 5, 2024, authorities launched a probe into a child sexual abuse case involving Moreno and two victims. The investigation culminated in the arrest of Moreno and Esquivel on Tuesday, March 13, 2024. Moreno was charged with "violation of California Penal Code...

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    Lethal Force Encounter Occurs After Deputies Respond to Suspect Assaulting Family Members

    A 15-year-old male, identified as Ryan Gainer, from Apple Valley, was involved in a lethal force encounter with deputies from the Apple Valley Police Department. The incident took place on March 9, 2024, at a residence in the 13400 block of Iroquois Road.According to reports, Gainer was actively assaulting family members and damaging property at the residence. The confrontation escalated when Gainer, armed with a garden tool, ran towards the deputy without provocation. The deputy, in self-defense, fired his weapon, striking Gainer."A lethal force encounter occurred, and...

  • Local Government

    Hesperia Man Arrested for Possession of Child Pornography

    A Hesperia man, Donal Seaver, 49, has been arrested for possession of child pornography. The incident took place on Thursday, March 7, 2024, at the 10600 Block of Redlands Avenue in Hesperia.According to Detective Katie Merrill of the Specialized Investigations Division - Crimes Against Children Detail, "During the investigation, detectives identified Donal Seaver as the suspect."Seaver was arrested and booked at the High Desert Detention Center in Adelanto for violation of PC 311.11(a), with bail set at $30,000. Authorities suspect there may be additional victims and...

  • Local Government

    Extensive Investigation Leads to the Identification of the Suspect Responsible for 2021 Murder of a Victorville Man

    A suspect has been identified in connection to the 2021 murder of Bryan Brewer in Victorville. The San Bernardino County Sheriff-Coroner Department revealed that Brandon Mitchell Hunsaker, a 30-year-old transient, has been identified as the suspect responsible for Brewer's death. According to Detective Brandon Becker from the Specialized Investigations Division, "Through an extensive ongoing investigation, the suspect has been identified as Brandon Hunsaker." The San Bernardino County District Attorney’s Office has taken action by filing a case against Hunsaker for the...

  • Local Government

    San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department Launches Operation Consequences to Combat Crime

    The San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department recently initiated "Operation Consequences" from March 2, 2024, through March 8, 2024, with a focus on targeted crime suppression in specific areas. Shannon D. Dicus, Sheriff-Coroner of San Bernardino County, highlighted the purpose of the operation, emphasizing the allocation of additional funds to enhance law enforcement services in the county.During the operation, investigators from the Sheriff's Department, in collaboration with patrol stations, executed 12 search warrants and engaged suspects across different locations...

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    Facility-Wide Search of the West Valley Detention Center Results in the Discovery of Narcotics and Weapons

    The West Valley Detention Center in Rancho Cucamonga, California, recently underwent a facility-wide search that led to the discovery of narcotics and weapons. According to the San Bernardino County Sheriff-Coroner Department, the operation on March 2, 2024, involved personnel from the detention center, narcotics detection canines, and the Sheriff's Department Narcotics Division.During the search, narcotics detection canines played a key role in identifying contraband. Sergeant A Collins from the Central Detention Center stated, "Narcotics detection canines successfully...

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    The H.O.P.E. Team Conducts Operation Shelter Me in Rancho Cucamonga and Surrounding Areas

    On Friday, March 1, 2024, the Community Service & Reentry Division, Homeless Outreach Proactive Enforcement Team (H.O.P.E.) carried out "Operation Shelter Me" in Rancho Cucamonga and nearby unincorporated areas of San Bernardino County. The operation aimed to provide assistance to unhoused residents, particularly those with significant mental health challenges.During the operation, the team focused on connecting individuals with housing, medical, and mental health services. According to the report, "Operation Shelter Me aims to connect staff with unhoused residents and...

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    San Bernardino Sheriff Bolsters Public Safety with the Addition of Seven Deputies in the 1st Supervisorial District

    The San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department has announced the addition of seven deputies to enhance public safety within the 1st Supervisorial District in California. This initiative, a joint effort between Sheriff Shannon Dicus and Vice Chair of the Board of Supervisors, Col. Paul Cook (ret.), aims to strengthen law enforcement presence and community engagement in the High Desert Communities.Col. Paul Cook (ret.), Vice Chair of the Board of Supervisors, highlighted the importance of this development, stating, “The safety of our communities is always a top priority. By...

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    Man Succumbs to Injuries After Being Shot in San Bernardino

    A man identified as Robert Martinez, 45-years-old, has tragically succumbed to his injuries after being shot in San Bernardino. The incident occurred on Wednesday, February 28, 2024, at around 2:52 p.m. Martinez was found by officers from the San Bernardino Police Department in the county area of San Bernardino, near Hillside Drive and Conejo Drive. Despite efforts to save his life, Martinez was pronounced dead shortly after being transported to the hospital.According to the Sheriff’s Specialized Investigations Division – Homicide Detail, Martinez was shot near a homeless...

  • Local Government

    Detectives Investigating Apparent Murder/Suicide at Spring Valley Lake Home

    On February 24, 2024, detectives from the Sheriff’s Specialized Investigations Division, Homicide Detail, are investigating an apparent murder/suicide at a residence in Spring Valley Lake, located in the unincorporated area of Victorville.According to Sheriff-Coroner Shannon D. Dicus, "Through investigation, it appears Luis murdered Claudia and then killed himself."The tragic incident unfolded after the family of Claudia Urgiles reported her missing on February 22, 2024. Concerned for her welfare as she was unresponsive to calls, deputies from the Victor Valley...

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