CRIME & SAFETY
Hesperia man dies while in Sheriff’s Department custody
A 23-year-old Hesperia man died Thursday while he was in the custody of the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department, authorities said. Eduardo Lopez, who had been arrested by the Hesperia Police Department for alleged vandalism and obstructing a police officer on April 1, was being held at the West Valley Detention Center where he was […]
Victorville teacher arrested in connection with child molestation investigation
A Victorville schoolteacher was arrested on Wednesday after being accused of molesting a 16-year-old girl, authorities said. Brett David Dahl, 43, of Victorville was taken into custody about 10 a.m., according to San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department officials and jail records. Dahl, who teaches at Excelsior Charter Schools in Victorville, was booked on suspicion of sexual battery, child abduction, meeting with a minor for lewd purposes, contacting a minor to commit a felony and child abuse.
'Threatening video' posted online prompts law enforcement response at Oak Hills High School
A "threatening" online video prompted an increased law enforcement presence at Oak Hills High School on Friday, authorities said. The Hesperia Unified School District first learned of the video Thursday evening, according to representatives of the high school. "The video shows several males in a home, wearing hoodies and cursing several individuals by first...
‘We did recover a live firearm’: Southern California school put on lockdown
Panicked parents rushed to a high school in San Bernardino County Tuesday after the campus was put on lockdown in response to a student that had a loaded firearm. Administrators at Oak Hill High School, a part of Hesperia Unified School District, said they were notified about a student who was possibly armed with […]
Victorville woman killed in collision between car and big rig
A 44-year-old Victorville woman died in a two-vehicle collision with a big rig in Victorville on Tuesday night, authorities said. The deadly wreck took place just after 11:20 p.m. at Nisqualli Road and 6th Avenue, according to San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department and coroner's officials. "Deputies determined that a gray Honda Civic and a...
Woman shot in 'random' attack at Apple Valley gas station released from hospital
A 21-year-old Victorville woman who was seriously wounded in what investigators called a "random" shooting at an Apple Valley gas station earlier this month has been released from the hospital, family said. After undergoing multiple surgeries and extensive medical treatment, Brenae Smith is continuing her recovery at home, sister Donique Mosley said Thursday. The...
Apple Valley shooting victim speaks out after random attack
Editor’s note: This story has been updated to reflect that the shooting occurred on April 16. A woman was shot multiple times at an Apple Valley gas station earlier this month, and after a week in a local hospital, she’s seeking justice. Brenae Smith, 21, was attacked at about 7 p.m. on April 16 at […]
Hesperia Police Department plans extra DUI patrols on Friday
Deputies assigned to the Hesperia Police Department will be out in force this weekend during an extra enforcement campaign to search for intoxicated drivers. The operation will take place from 6 p.m. Friday to 2 a.m. Saturday throughout the city, Hesperia police said in a written statement. ...
Six injured in crash on US 395 and Eucalyptus Street in Victorville
VICTORVILLE, Calif. (VVNG.com) — Six people were injured after a two-vehicle traffic collision at the intersection of US Highway 395 and Eucalyptus Street in Victorville. At about 3:09 pm, on April 25, 2024, emergency personnel responded to the intersection and located a Dodge Ram pickup truck and a Chrysler Pacifica minivan.
Sheriff's Department Investigates Attempted Murder in Phelan after Morning Gunshot, Suspect Sought
A gunshot rang out in Phelan, disrupting the morning calm as deputies sped to the scene on Monday. At approximately 7:50 a.m., gunfire pierced the air in the 14800 block of Beekley Road where one individual suffered a shot to their abdomen. The San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department was quick to respond to the emergency, rushing the victim to a local hospital via helicopter. Despite their rapid arrival, the suspect had already vanished into the day's growing light, eluding capture before deputies could even set the perimeter.
Deputies Investigating Shooting on Beekley Road in Phelan
PHELAN, Calif. (VVNG.com) — The Victor Valley Sheriff’s Department is investigating an attempted murder that occurred earlier this week in Phelan. On Monday, April 22, 2024, at 7:50 a.m., deputies responded to the report of a shooting in the 14800 block of Beekley Road in Phelan. According to...
Lucerne Valley Man Arrested for Alleged Attack on Girlfriend Holding Infant, San Bernardino Sheriff Reports
A Lucerne Valley man has been cuffed after allegedly attacking his girlfriend while she cradled their infant, according to the San Bernardino County Sheriff-Coroner Department. Tyler Freeman, 24, was arrested Tuesday morning on suspicion of felony spousal abuse following a 911 call made the previous evening. Around 6:17 p.m. on...
Man accused of stealing dump truck, backhoe from Apple Valley plumbing business
An Apple Valley man is accused of breaking into the lot of a local Roto-Rooter plumbing business over the weekend and driving off with a dump truck, a trailer and a backhoe, authorities said. The crime took place about 2:40 a.m. at the business, 13570 Tonikan Rd., San Bernardino County...
Suspect arrested after stealing vehicles from Roto Rooter Plumbers in Apple Valley
APPLE VALLEY, Calif. (VVNG.com) — On Sunday, April 21, 2024, deputies from the Apple Valley Police Department responded to a burglary at Roto Rooter Plumbers. The company president received an alarm activation and upon arrival, found damage to the property located at 13570 Tonikain Road and several vehicles missing.
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