60-Year-Old Man Kidnapped, Shot Dead in Car Trunk Before Deputies Kill Suspect in Chino Hills
2425 Wandering Ridge Dr
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Summary
- San Bernardino County sheriff's deputies were dispatched to the 2000 block of Monteverde Street in Chino Hills at approximately 10:14 p.m. Wednesday following a 911 report of gunfire and a person calling for help.
- Deputies located a vehicle matching the description and attempted a traffic stop, which led to a brief pursuit.
- At the end of the chase, deputies ordered the two occupants out of the vehicle. The passenger complied, but the driver walked to the trunk of the car and fired a single gunshot at a person trapped inside.
- Deputies then opened fire, fatally shooting the driver. Both the driver and the person found in the trunk were pronounced dead at the scene.
- It is still unclear why the person was hidden in the trunk.
- The identities of both individuals have not been released. The investigation remains ongoing.
Timeline
Homicide detectives are investigating two crime scenes about a mile and a half apart to piece together the sequence of events. Anyone with information is asked to call the Homicide Detail at [909-890-4904](tel:909-890-4904).
The victim was described as a local businessman and married father of three daughters. Neighbors reported the home's power had been cut prior to the incident, and detectives were seen examining the property's power box.
San Bernardino County sheriff's spokesperson Gloria Orejel said the motive remains under investigation. "We don't know what the relation is between the suspects and the victim, if any," she said.
The suspect also fired at deputies before deputies returned fire and killed him. No deputies were injured.
Deputies were initially unaware anyone was inside the trunk of the car.
Sheriff's spokesperson Gloria Orejel said a 60-year-old man was shot outside his home, then forced into the trunk of a Nissan Altima by two men, both reportedly 67 years old.
It is still unclear why the person was hidden in the trunk.
The investigation is ongoing and additional details will be released as they become available.
Both the driver and the person found in the trunk were pronounced dead at the scene.
Deputies then opened fire, fatally shooting the driver.
The driver exited the vehicle, walked toward the trunk, and fired one gunshot at a person inside the trunk.
At the end of the chase, deputies ordered both occupants out of the vehicle. The passenger exited and complied.
Deputies located a vehicle matching the provided description and attempted a traffic stop. The driver failed to stop, leading to a brief pursuit.
At approximately 10:14 p.m., San Bernardino County sheriff's deputies were dispatched to the 2000 block of Monteverde Street for a 911 report of gunfire in the area. Deputies also heard someone calling for help.
The San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department hosted a press conference and provided additional details about this incident.
Authorities have not released the identities of either victim or said whether the deaths are connected to another crime scene about a mile away on Monteverde Drive.
Surveillance footage shows a passenger exiting the vehicle, followed by the driver, who walked to the trunk and opened it just before deputies opened fire, fatally striking him.
According to an update from ABC7 News, San Bernardino County sheriff's deputies pulled over a Nissan Altima with Oregon plates late Wednesday night on Wandering Ridge Drive in Chino Hills.
Residents can expect a continued law enforcement presence as the investigation remains ongoing.
The Sheriff's Department said there is no threat to the public and no outstanding suspects.
The condition of the man who was shot is unclear. No deputies were injured.
Authorities have not released details about the body found in the trunk.
Surveillance footage from a nearby home shows a passenger exiting the vehicle, followed by the driver, who walked to the trunk and opened it just before deputies opened fire.
San Bernardino County sheriff's deputies responded to Wandering Ridge Drive in Chino Hills late Wednesday night, where they found a body inside the trunk of a car.
Citizen user video shows evidence markers placed as police investigate a shooting in the area.
This alert was created by a community member. Citizen is working to gather more information. If you’re nearby, broadcast live or comment to share updates.
Incident reported at 2425 Wandering Ridge Dr.
Homicide detectives are investigating two crime scenes about a mile and a half apart to piece together the sequence of events. Anyone with information is asked to call the Homicide Detail at [909-890-4904](tel:909-890-4904).
The victim was described as a local businessman and married father of three daughters. Neighbors reported the home's power had been cut prior to the incident, and detectives were seen examining the property's power box.
San Bernardino County sheriff's spokesperson Gloria Orejel said the motive remains under investigation. "We don't know what the relation is between the suspects and the victim, if any," she said.
The suspect also fired at deputies before deputies returned fire and killed him. No deputies were injured.
Deputies were initially unaware anyone was inside the trunk of the car.
Sheriff's spokesperson Gloria Orejel said a 60-year-old man was shot outside his home, then forced into the trunk of a Nissan Altima by two men, both reportedly 67 years old.
It is still unclear why the person was hidden in the trunk.
The investigation is ongoing and additional details will be released as they become available.
Both the driver and the person found in the trunk were pronounced dead at the scene.
Deputies then opened fire, fatally shooting the driver.
The driver exited the vehicle, walked toward the trunk, and fired one gunshot at a person inside the trunk.
At the end of the chase, deputies ordered both occupants out of the vehicle. The passenger exited and complied.
Deputies located a vehicle matching the provided description and attempted a traffic stop. The driver failed to stop, leading to a brief pursuit.
At approximately 10:14 p.m., San Bernardino County sheriff's deputies were dispatched to the 2000 block of Monteverde Street for a 911 report of gunfire in the area. Deputies also heard someone calling for help.
The San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department hosted a press conference and provided additional details about this incident.
Authorities have not released the identities of either victim or said whether the deaths are connected to another crime scene about a mile away on Monteverde Drive.
Surveillance footage shows a passenger exiting the vehicle, followed by the driver, who walked to the trunk and opened it just before deputies opened fire, fatally striking him.
According to an update from ABC7 News, San Bernardino County sheriff's deputies pulled over a Nissan Altima with Oregon plates late Wednesday night on Wandering Ridge Drive in Chino Hills.
Residents can expect a continued law enforcement presence as the investigation remains ongoing.
The Sheriff's Department said there is no threat to the public and no outstanding suspects.
The condition of the man who was shot is unclear. No deputies were injured.
Authorities have not released details about the body found in the trunk.
Surveillance footage from a nearby home shows a passenger exiting the vehicle, followed by the driver, who walked to the trunk and opened it just before deputies opened fire.
San Bernardino County sheriff's deputies responded to Wandering Ridge Drive in Chino Hills late Wednesday night, where they found a body inside the trunk of a car.
Citizen user video shows evidence markers placed as police investigate a shooting in the area.
This alert was created by a community member. Citizen is working to gather more information. If you’re nearby, broadcast live or comment to share updates.
Incident reported at 2425 Wandering Ridge Dr.
Homicide detectives are investigating two crime scenes about a mile and a half apart to piece together the sequence of events. Anyone with information is asked to call the Homicide Detail at [909-890-4904](tel:909-890-4904).
The victim was described as a local businessman and married father of three daughters. Neighbors reported the home's power had been cut prior to the incident, and detectives were seen examining the property's power box.
San Bernardino County sheriff's spokesperson Gloria Orejel said the motive remains under investigation. "We don't know what the relation is between the suspects and the victim, if any," she said.
The suspect also fired at deputies before deputies returned fire and killed him. No deputies were injured.
Deputies were initially unaware anyone was inside the trunk of the car.
Sheriff's spokesperson Gloria Orejel said a 60-year-old man was shot outside his home, then forced into the trunk of a Nissan Altima by two men, both reportedly 67 years old.
It is still unclear why the person was hidden in the trunk.
The investigation is ongoing and additional details will be released as they become available.
Both the driver and the person found in the trunk were pronounced dead at the scene.
Deputies then opened fire, fatally shooting the driver.
The driver exited the vehicle, walked toward the trunk, and fired one gunshot at a person inside the trunk.
At the end of the chase, deputies ordered both occupants out of the vehicle. The passenger exited and complied.
Deputies located a vehicle matching the provided description and attempted a traffic stop. The driver failed to stop, leading to a brief pursuit.
At approximately 10:14 p.m., San Bernardino County sheriff's deputies were dispatched to the 2000 block of Monteverde Street for a 911 report of gunfire in the area. Deputies also heard someone calling for help.
The San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department hosted a press conference and provided additional details about this incident.
Authorities have not released the identities of either victim or said whether the deaths are connected to another crime scene about a mile away on Monteverde Drive.
Surveillance footage shows a passenger exiting the vehicle, followed by the driver, who walked to the trunk and opened it just before deputies opened fire, fatally striking him.
According to an update from ABC7 News, San Bernardino County sheriff's deputies pulled over a Nissan Altima with Oregon plates late Wednesday night on Wandering Ridge Drive in Chino Hills.
Residents can expect a continued law enforcement presence as the investigation remains ongoing.
The Sheriff's Department said there is no threat to the public and no outstanding suspects.
The condition of the man who was shot is unclear. No deputies were injured.
Authorities have not released details about the body found in the trunk.
Surveillance footage from a nearby home shows a passenger exiting the vehicle, followed by the driver, who walked to the trunk and opened it just before deputies opened fire.
San Bernardino County sheriff's deputies responded to Wandering Ridge Drive in Chino Hills late Wednesday night, where they found a body inside the trunk of a car.
Citizen user video shows evidence markers placed as police investigate a shooting in the area.
This alert was created by a community member. Citizen is working to gather more information. If you’re nearby, broadcast live or comment to share updates.
Incident reported at 2425 Wandering Ridge Dr.
Homicide detectives are investigating two crime scenes about a mile and a half apart to piece together the sequence of events. Anyone with information is asked to call the Homicide Detail at [909-890-4904](tel:909-890-4904).
The victim was described as a local businessman and married father of three daughters. Neighbors reported the home's power had been cut prior to the incident, and detectives were seen examining the property's power box.
San Bernardino County sheriff's spokesperson Gloria Orejel said the motive remains under investigation. "We don't know what the relation is between the suspects and the victim, if any," she said.
The suspect also fired at deputies before deputies returned fire and killed him. No deputies were injured.
Deputies were initially unaware anyone was inside the trunk of the car.
Sheriff's spokesperson Gloria Orejel said a 60-year-old man was shot outside his home, then forced into the trunk of a Nissan Altima by two men, both reportedly 67 years old.
It is still unclear why the person was hidden in the trunk.
The investigation is ongoing and additional details will be released as they become available.
Both the driver and the person found in the trunk were pronounced dead at the scene.
Deputies then opened fire, fatally shooting the driver.
The driver exited the vehicle, walked toward the trunk, and fired one gunshot at a person inside the trunk.
At the end of the chase, deputies ordered both occupants out of the vehicle. The passenger exited and complied.
Deputies located a vehicle matching the provided description and attempted a traffic stop. The driver failed to stop, leading to a brief pursuit.
At approximately 10:14 p.m., San Bernardino County sheriff's deputies were dispatched to the 2000 block of Monteverde Street for a 911 report of gunfire in the area. Deputies also heard someone calling for help.
The San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department hosted a press conference and provided additional details about this incident.
Authorities have not released the identities of either victim or said whether the deaths are connected to another crime scene about a mile away on Monteverde Drive.
Surveillance footage shows a passenger exiting the vehicle, followed by the driver, who walked to the trunk and opened it just before deputies opened fire, fatally striking him.
According to an update from ABC7 News, San Bernardino County sheriff's deputies pulled over a Nissan Altima with Oregon plates late Wednesday night on Wandering Ridge Drive in Chino Hills.
Residents can expect a continued law enforcement presence as the investigation remains ongoing.
The Sheriff's Department said there is no threat to the public and no outstanding suspects.
The condition of the man who was shot is unclear. No deputies were injured.
Authorities have not released details about the body found in the trunk.
Surveillance footage from a nearby home shows a passenger exiting the vehicle, followed by the driver, who walked to the trunk and opened it just before deputies opened fire.
San Bernardino County sheriff's deputies responded to Wandering Ridge Drive in Chino Hills late Wednesday night, where they found a body inside the trunk of a car.
Citizen user video shows evidence markers placed as police investigate a shooting in the area.
This alert was created by a community member. Citizen is working to gather more information. If you’re nearby, broadcast live or comment to share updates.
Incident reported at 2425 Wandering Ridge Dr.
Homicide detectives are investigating two crime scenes about a mile and a half apart to piece together the sequence of events. Anyone with information is asked to call the Homicide Detail at [909-890-4904](tel:909-890-4904).
The victim was described as a local businessman and married father of three daughters. Neighbors reported the home's power had been cut prior to the incident, and detectives were seen examining the property's power box.
San Bernardino County sheriff's spokesperson Gloria Orejel said the motive remains under investigation. "We don't know what the relation is between the suspects and the victim, if any," she said.
The suspect also fired at deputies before deputies returned fire and killed him. No deputies were injured.
Deputies were initially unaware anyone was inside the trunk of the car.
Sheriff's spokesperson Gloria Orejel said a 60-year-old man was shot outside his home, then forced into the trunk of a Nissan Altima by two men, both reportedly 67 years old.
It is still unclear why the person was hidden in the trunk.
The investigation is ongoing and additional details will be released as they become available.
Both the driver and the person found in the trunk were pronounced dead at the scene.
Deputies then opened fire, fatally shooting the driver.
The driver exited the vehicle, walked toward the trunk, and fired one gunshot at a person inside the trunk.
At the end of the chase, deputies ordered both occupants out of the vehicle. The passenger exited and complied.
Deputies located a vehicle matching the provided description and attempted a traffic stop. The driver failed to stop, leading to a brief pursuit.
At approximately 10:14 p.m., San Bernardino County sheriff's deputies were dispatched to the 2000 block of Monteverde Street for a 911 report of gunfire in the area. Deputies also heard someone calling for help.
The San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department hosted a press conference and provided additional details about this incident.
Authorities have not released the identities of either victim or said whether the deaths are connected to another crime scene about a mile away on Monteverde Drive.
Surveillance footage shows a passenger exiting the vehicle, followed by the driver, who walked to the trunk and opened it just before deputies opened fire, fatally striking him.
According to an update from ABC7 News, San Bernardino County sheriff's deputies pulled over a Nissan Altima with Oregon plates late Wednesday night on Wandering Ridge Drive in Chino Hills.
Residents can expect a continued law enforcement presence as the investigation remains ongoing.
The Sheriff's Department said there is no threat to the public and no outstanding suspects.
The condition of the man who was shot is unclear. No deputies were injured.
Authorities have not released details about the body found in the trunk.
Surveillance footage from a nearby home shows a passenger exiting the vehicle, followed by the driver, who walked to the trunk and opened it just before deputies opened fire.
San Bernardino County sheriff's deputies responded to Wandering Ridge Drive in Chino Hills late Wednesday night, where they found a body inside the trunk of a car.
Citizen user video shows evidence markers placed as police investigate a shooting in the area.
This alert was created by a community member. Citizen is working to gather more information. If you’re nearby, broadcast live or comment to share updates.
Incident reported at 2425 Wandering Ridge Dr.
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People blame everybody but the actual people committing the crimes 😒
Why was he able to reach the trunk with a weapon in the first place they supposed to have they hands up like huh
You can have your hands up an. Be told to walk to sound of voice when you reach the trunk pull hammer out you waist and fire think about it not that hard
Nah this story is actually insane. This is some documentary shit. Prayers for the families involved.
Not sure what’s more sad, the situation or the people in these comments…
The comments are a bunch of teenagers who don't care. They're brainwashed from 10 second Tiktok vids
People blame everybody but the actual people committing the crimes 😒
Why was he able to reach the trunk with a weapon in the first place they supposed to have they hands up like huh
You can have your hands up an. Be told to walk to sound of voice when you reach the trunk pull hammer out you waist and fire think about it not that hard
Nah this story is actually insane. This is some documentary shit. Prayers for the families involved.
Not sure what’s more sad, the situation or the people in these comments…
The comments are a bunch of teenagers who don't care. They're brainwashed from 10 second Tiktok vids
People blame everybody but the actual people committing the crimes 😒
Why was he able to reach the trunk with a weapon in the first place they supposed to have they hands up like huh
You can have your hands up an. Be told to walk to sound of voice when you reach the trunk pull hammer out you waist and fire think about it not that hard
Nah this story is actually insane. This is some documentary shit. Prayers for the families involved.
Not sure what’s more sad, the situation or the people in these comments…
The comments are a bunch of teenagers who don't care. They're brainwashed from 10 second Tiktok vids
People blame everybody but the actual people committing the crimes 😒
Why was he able to reach the trunk with a weapon in the first place they supposed to have they hands up like huh
You can have your hands up an. Be told to walk to sound of voice when you reach the trunk pull hammer out you waist and fire think about it not that hard
Nah this story is actually insane. This is some documentary shit. Prayers for the families involved.
Not sure what’s more sad, the situation or the people in these comments…
The comments are a bunch of teenagers who don't care. They're brainwashed from 10 second Tiktok vids
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People blame everybody but the actual people committing the crimes 😒
Why was he able to reach the trunk with a weapon in the first place they supposed to have they hands up like huh
You can have your hands up an. Be told to walk to sound of voice when you reach the trunk pull hammer out you waist and fire think about it not that hard
Nah this story is actually insane. This is some documentary shit. Prayers for the families involved.
Not sure what’s more sad, the situation or the people in these comments…
The comments are a bunch of teenagers who don't care. They're brainwashed from 10 second Tiktok vids