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Convicted serial killer, who fatally stabbed Lucerne Valley man, has died in custody
A convicted serial killer, who fatally stabbed a Lucerne Valley man and attacked several others, has died in custody. On Monday evening, John Wayne Thomson, 64, was found unresponsive in his cell in the California Medical Facility hospice unit in Vacaville, between San Francisco and Sacramento. Thomson was pronounced dead by medical staff around...
Apple Valley Police Arrest Two Suspects After High-Speed Chase Leads to On-Foot Pursuit
Chaos erupted in the quiet town of Apple Valley on Tuesday afternoon, as deputies from the Apple Valley Police Department apprehended two burglary suspects after a high-speed chase that devolved into a foot pursuit. The incident, which occurred in the 20000 block of Ottawa Road, saw Eddie Perez Madrigal, a...
Hesperia crime logs for the month of April 2024
HESPERIA, Calif. (VVNG.com) –On April 13, 2024, at about 9:44 pm, deputies responded to the 9700 block of Cataba Road reference a reported theft that was later determined to be a robbery. Sheriff’s spokeswoman Amanda Paslak told VVNG, “Upon deputies arrival it was learned, the victims were at the location with the suspect. The suspect later pointed a firearm at the victim and threatened the victim. The suspect took the victims personal belongings and fled the location.” The investigation is ongoing.
Distracted Southern California driver slams into wreckage of earlier crash
Four people were hospitalized after a distracted driver slammed into the wreckage of an earlier crash between a pickup truck and a cyclist, authorities announced Wednesday. The first crash occurred at around 12:30 a.m. near the intersection of Main Street and I Avenue in Hesperia, according to a news release from the San Bernardino […]
Man shot by deputies after shooting woman at Apple Valley home, officials say
Deputies shot and wounded a 71-year-old man who sheriff's officials say confronted them with a knife and a gun after shooting a woman at an Apple Valley home on Monday morning. Thoren Vegsuin Rand of Apple Valley was hospitalized and arrested on suspicion of attempted murder following the violent encounter,...
High Desert Astronomical Society to host public telescope viewing in Apple Valley
Local astronomy enthusiasts are inviting the public to peer into the depths of the universe during a public observation night on Friday. The High Desert Astronomical Society will be hosting the event, which is scheduled to begin at 8 p.m. at the Luz Observatory at the Apple Valley Center for Innovation, 20702 Thunderbird Road in Apple Valley, organizers said.
UPDATE: 79-Year-Old Woman Found Safe
HESPERIA, Calif. (VVNG.com) — The Hesperia Police Department is seeking the public’s help to find Donzer Henry, a 79-year-old woman who has been reported missing. Henry left the Foremost Senior Campus, where she resides, between 2:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. on Tuesday, April 30, 2024. The senior community is located at 17581 Sultana Street in Hesperia.
Apple Valley to observe May the 4th with Star Wars-themed fun run
The Town of Apply Valley is planning a Star Wars-themed community fun run this weekend to coincide with the unofficial galactic holiday of May the 4th. The "May the 4th 3K and 5K Fun Run" will step off at 6 p.m. Saturday at Civic Center Park, 14999 Dale Evans Parkway, according to the Apple Valley Parks and Recreation Department. Check-in will begin at 5 p.m.
Mountain lion sighted near Yucca Loma School in Apple Valley
Residents claimed to have seen a mountain lion roaming in an Apple Valley neighborhood on Monday night. Regina Jones told the Daily Press that at around 9 p.m., she saw a mountain lion near the corner of Yucca Loma and Rancherias roads. Yucca Loma School and park are located near the intersection, just west of Navajo Road.
Brightline West rail project is great for local area
As we celebrate Earth Day, we continue to identify and help make projects a reality that help our environment and community. I am thrilled to share some exciting news that directly impacts our community here in the 2nd District. I recently attended the groundbreaking ceremony for the Brightline West project....
Ravin’s Donuts prepares to open in Apple Valley
Apple Valley resident Rosa Morales confessed that she’s “losing her mind” waiting for Ravin's Donuts & Boba Tea shop to open. The previous owners of the popular Ravin's Donuts & Ice Cream store in Victorville said they are preparing to open a new location in Apple Valley. Sam and Raven Phon’s Ravin's Donuts & Boba Tea shop will be between the AutoZone and AMPM near the corner of Highway 18 and Rancherias Road.
Testimony to Start Monday in Trial of Pair Accused of Killing Crime Witness
Opening statements are slated for Monday in the trial of an Indio man and his girlfriend accused in the slaying of an 18-year-old woman who was a witness to his alleged attack on her boyfriend. Alexis Daniel Rosas, 28, and Maury Duarte, 32, are charged with first-degree murder and special...
Smoke, flames from fire training in Hesperia expected to be visible across High Desert
Smoke and flames from fire training in the Summit Valley area of Hesperia may be visible in some parts of the High Desert. San Bernardino County Fire officials announced that Monday was the beginning of a four-day Interagency Dozer Academy. ...
Ruth and Naomi Project prepares to open “Rincon Home” for senior women
After opening the Silverberry Home for senior women, members of the nonprofit Ruth and Naomi Project are about to open a second abode. An army of volunteers on Saturday, including Target volunteer program members, were busy painting, cleaning and doing yard work at the Rincon Home before five women make the Apple Valley dwelling their home. ...
Stabbing investigation underway near 7-Eleven on Roy Rogers Drive in Victorville
VICTORVILLE, Calif. (VVNG.com) — A stabbing victim was airlifted to a trauma center Tuesday morning in Victorville. Just after 9:00 am, on April 30, 2024, the City of Victorville fire department was requested to respond to the area of Roy Rogers Drive and Civic for a stabbing. Firefighters requested an airship to airlift the male victim.
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