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An hour-long pursuit began in San Bernardino and extended into Los Angeles County, with the suspect clocked at over 100 mph on the 10 Freeway before a passenger was ejected mid-pursuit. The driver surrendered near the 60 Freeway exit in Ontario around 3:45 p.m. Authorities are pursuing a possible felony warrant, though details were not released.
Jianquan Bo appeared in court with an attorney and interpreter, pleading not guilty to murder and kidnapping in connection with the July 29 kidnapping and trunk-murder of Shukur Aikebaer; prosecutors say he helped orchestrate the crime with his brother Zhengfeng Bo, who fired the fatal shot and was killed by deputies in an officer-involved shooting. The case ties to a deteriorating business dispute at Panshi Inc., where Aikebaer was CFO, and investigators say a second victim died at a separate location. Bo is due back in court August 12 for further proceedings.
The surviving suspect in the Chino Hills kidnapping and killing of Shukur Aikebaer, Jianquan Bo, 66, has been charged with murder. Authorities say he was a passenger in the vehicle and knew the plan, while his brother Zhengfeng Bo was the shooter who was killed by deputies after a brief pursuit. A special‑circumstance kidnapping allegation could lift the case toward the death penalty; Jianquan Bo remains jailed without bail and is set for arraignment in Rancho Cucamonga as the investigation continues.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.