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Lethal Force Encounter Occurs When Deputies Respond to Home Where a Woman was Assaulted

A lethal force encounter unfolded on April 29, 2024, in Apple Valley, when deputies responded to a distress call at a residence on Pocahontas Street. According to the report, a 69-year-old woman had been assaulted, leading to a dramatic escalation of events.Upon arrival at the scene, deputies encountered the suspect, identified as 71-year-old Thoren Rand, armed with both a knife and a firearm. Despite repeated commands to drop the weapons, Rand refused to comply, resulting in a fatal confrontation. The Sheriff’s Specialized Investigations Division – Homicide Detail took...

By East SBV Times | Apr 29, 2024

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Veteran Linked to Housing Assistance During Sheriff's Department's Operation Shelter Me

In a recent initiative by the San Bernardino County Sheriff-Coroner Department, a proactive enforcement team reached out to unhoused residents in Chino Hills, Montclair, and surrounding areas to offer them essential services. The operation, dubbed "Operation Shelter Me," aimed to provide housing, medical, and mental health treatment services to those in need.During the operation, the team successfully linked a veteran to housing assistance, demonstrating the tangible impact of their efforts. Additionally, deputies identified two individuals who may qualify for Laura's Law...

By East SBV Times | Apr 26, 2024

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Detectives Conducting Investigation into the Death of an Inmate

By East SBV Times | Apr 25, 2024

Detectives from the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department Specialized Investigations Division are currently investigating the death of 23-year-old Eduardo Lopez, a resident of Hesperia, who passed away on April 25, 2024. According to the statement released by the San Bernardino County Sheriff-Coroner Department, Lopez was arrested for vandalism and obstructing/resisting a peace officer and was initially held at the High Desert Detention Center before being transferred to the West Valley Detention Center.The investigation into Lopez's death was initiated after he was...

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A Message from Sheriff Dicus Regarding Public Safety and Recent Developments in the Realignment of Death Row Inmates

By East SBV Times | Apr 25, 2024

April 25, 2024Dear Residents of San Bernardino County, I would like to take a moment to address some important matters related to our county’s safety and recent developments within the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) realignment of 26 death row inmates currently housed at Chino Institute for Men in the City of Chino.Last week, the California State Sheriff’s Association met with representatives from CDCR, and they reported several critical statistics regarding the current state of the California prison system. As of April 2024, there are...

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Senate Education Committee fails to offer diverse choices and create informed futures for students

By East SBV Times | Apr 25, 2024

Senator Rosilicie Ochoa Bogh (R-Yucaipa) expressed disappointment after Senate Bill 1368 failed to pass the Senate Education Committee. The bill aimed to provide students with comprehensive information on licensed pregnancy centers, allowing them to make educated choices about reproductive health issues.At a press conference before the bill’s hearing, Senator Ochoa Bogh emphasized the importance of giving students access to all available information when facing unplanned pregnancies or other reproductive health challenges. She stated, “Diverse options create informed...

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Teacher Arrested After Extensive Investigation; Additional Victim's Encouraged to Contact Investigators

By East SBV Times | Apr 24, 2024

San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department announced on Wednesday, April 24, 2024, the arrest of Brett David Dahl, a 43-year-old teacher from Victorville, for a series of serious charges related to minors. The arrest came after an investigation by the Specialized Investigations Division - Crimes Against Children Detail into allegations of inappropriate conduct with a minor at Excelsior Charter Schools.According to the statement released, Dahl was arrested and booked into the High Desert Detention Center in Adelanto for violation of contacting a minor to commit a felony,...

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Suggested Headline: Senator Ochoa Bogh's Bill to Expand Job Opportunities for Veterans Passes Committee Unanimously

By East SBV Times | Apr 23, 2024

Senator Rosilicie Ochoa Bogh (R-Yucaipa) has announced the success of Senate Bill 943 in the Senate Military and Veterans Affairs Committee. The bill aims to expand job opportunities for veterans by waiving bachelor's degree requirements for certain positions in the California civil service. "Our veterans are experienced public servants, and we can only benefit from recognizing their unique potential," expressed Senator Ochoa Bogh. She further added, "I am pleased my colleagues agreed that SB 943 would unleash this untapped potential and help fill critical vacancies and...

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Senator Ochoa Bogh Introduces Bill to Enhance Sexual Health Education

By East SBV Times | Apr 23, 2024

Senator Rosilicie Ochoa Bogh has announced a new legislation aimed at enhancing sexual health education for students. The bill, Senate Bill 1368, seeks to include information about licensed pregnancy centers in the curriculum, providing students with a broader understanding of local resources for sexual health, pregnancy, and beyond. According to Senator Ochoa Bogh, SB 1368 will not replace current curriculum or existing resources. The Senator will be holding a press conference on Wednesday, April 24 to discuss the details of the bill before presenting it to the Senate...

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Law Enforcement Operation "Consequences" Nets Drugs, Firearms, and Arrests Across San Bernardino County

By East SBV Times | Apr 20, 2024

San Bernardino County law enforcement agencies recently concluded a targeted crime suppression operation named "Operation Consequences" from April 20 to April 26, 2024. The operation involved multiple agencies and resulted in significant outcomes.According to reports, during the operation, a total of 12 search warrants were executed in various locations, leading to the recovery of "over 25 pounds of suspected methamphetamine" and the seizure of "32 firearms, which included two ghost guns." Additionally, "34 felony arrests" were made as part of the law enforcement efforts....

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Senator Ochoa Bogh Announces Math Excellence Website

By East SBV Times | Apr 19, 2024

Senator Rosilicie Ochoa Bogh has unveiled a new website dedicated to math education reform. The website, named "Math Excellence," serves as a platform to provide insights into Senator Ochoa Bogh's education bill package, particularly focusing on math reform initiatives.The website sheds light on concerns raised by education experts, professors, and parents in response to the current mathematics framework in California, particularly the optional nature of Algebra I for 8th graders. Senator Ochoa Bogh's legislation aims to address these concerns by enhancing math curriculum...

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Sheriff's Department Conducts Operation Smash and Grab to Suppress Retail Crime

By East SBV Times | Apr 19, 2024

The San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department, alongside other law enforcement agencies, recently conducted an operation aimed at suppressing retail crime in the area. The operation, named "Operation Smash & Grab," took place at the Victoria Gardens Shopping Center on April 19, 2024.During the operation, a significant number of arrests were made, as stated by the Sheriff-Coroner of San Bernardino County, Shannon D. Dicus: "During the operation, investigators made six felony arrests, and seven misdemeanor arrests and recovered $10,926.60 in property."The Sheriff's...

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Senate Education Committee Fails to Protect Children

By East SBV Times | Apr 18, 2024

Senator Rosilicie Ochoa Bogh expressed disappointment as the Senate Education Committee failed to advance Senate Bill 1435, a measure aimed at updating statewide standards for school libraries to protect children from harmful material. The bill, which failed to advance with a vote of 2-3, sought to align the California Education Code with Penal Code section 313 to define and address harmful matter in school libraries while allowing flexibility for local school boards to adapt to contemporary standards.In a statement, Senator Ochoa Bogh emphasized the importance of...

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Senator Ochoa Bogh Announces Hearing Date for Senate Bill 1405

By East SBV Times | Apr 18, 2024

Senator Rosilicie Ochoa Bogh (R-Yucaipa) has announced that a hearing date for Senate Bill 1405 has been scheduled for May 1 at 9:30 a.m. in Room 2200. The hearing is set to take place in the Senate Local Government Committee. The Senator encourages the public to attend the hearing to express their views.Senator Ochoa Bogh also urges all stakeholders to actively participate in the legislative process by sending letters through the Legislative Letters Portal to the Senate Local Government Committee. The deadline for letters is by close of business on April 25. It is...

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Senator Ochoa Bogh Announces Tentative Hearing Date for Senate Bill 1405

By East SBV Times | Apr 16, 2024

Senator Rosilicie Ochoa Bogh (R-Yucaipa) has announced that a tentative hearing date for Senate Bill 1405 has been scheduled for May 1 at 1:30 p.m."The public is encouraged to attend the hearing to express their views, as it will be open to all interested parties," Senator Ochoa Bogh stated.Senator Ochoa Bogh urges all stakeholders to actively participate in the legislative process by sending letters through the Legislative Letters Portal to the Senate Local Government Committee."All correspondence submitted to the committee, whether in support of or in opposition to...

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Man Found Deceased in Trailer Fire and Determined to be Victim of a Homicide; Suspect Arrested

By East SBV Times | Apr 15, 2024

On Monday, April 15, 2024, deputies from the Hesperia Sheriff’s Station responded to the report of a trailer fire in the 7800 block of C Street, in Hesperia. The San Bernardino County Fire Department extinguished the fire and discovered a deceased male, identified as Justin Wilkinson, inside the trailer.According to the report, "through investigation, detectives learned Wilkinson was physically assaulted." The Sheriff’s Arson/Bomb Detail found injuries on Wilkinson not consistent with a fire. The Sheriff’s Specialized Investigations Division – Homicide Detail also...

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Detectives Investigate the Death of a Helendale Couple Found Deceased in Their Home

By East SBV Times | Apr 14, 2024

Detectives are currently investigating the tragic incident that resulted in the death of a Helendale couple. According to the official report, 44-year-old Aaron Fulkerson and his 47-year-old wife, Ondrea Fulkerson, were found deceased in their home on Lakeview Drive in Helendale. The couple was discovered with apparent gunshot wounds.Authorities were called to the scene following a medical aid call, where the couple was found unresponsive. Sergeant Shannon D. Dicus of the San Bernardino County Sheriff-Coroner Department confirmed, "Upon arriving, deputies located husband...

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Operation Consequences Targets Crime in San Bernardino County

By East SBV Times | Apr 13, 2024

Between April 13 and April 19, 2024, the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department carried out Operation Consequences, a targeted crime suppression initiative in various locations across Hesperia, San Bernardino, and Rialto. According to Shannon D. Dicus, Sheriff-Coroner of the San Bernardino County Sheriff-Coroner Department, the operation resulted in significant seizures and arrests.During the operation, investigators recovered over one pound of illegal narcotics and seized 10 firearms, including a ghost gun. Shannon D. Dicus highlighted that "five felony arrests were...

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Identity of Man Who Perished in Plane Crash Identified as Riverside Resident

By East SBV Times | Apr 13, 2024

San Bernardino County Coroner’s Office has identified the man who perished in a recent plane crash as 35-year-old Blake E. Broadbent from Riverside. The tragic incident occurred on April 13, 2024, in a mountain area north of Devil’s Canyon, San Bernardino.Witnesses in the north end of San Bernardino reported hearing the plane sputter and then a loud crash on the fateful evening of April 13, 2024. Following the disturbing sound, a red flash was observed, leading to concerns about a potential crash.Search and rescue efforts were hindered by the inaccessible terrain,...

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Plane Crash in San Bernardino Claims the Life of an Adult Male

By East SBV Times | Apr 13, 2024

On Saturday, April 13, 2024, a tragic incident occurred in San Bernardino, claiming the life of an adult male. According to reports, witnesses heard a plane sputter and then a loud crash, followed by a red flash in the mountain area north of Devil's Canyon.Sheriff-Coroner Shannon D. Dicus from the San Bernardino County Sheriff-Coroner Department confirmed the discovery of a debris field in the mountains where the crash occurred. Search and Rescue department members assisted in locating the deceased adult male at the scene. The identity of the victim will be disclosed...

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Operation Shelter Me Continues to Provide Unhoused Residents with Resources and Housing

By East SBV Times | Apr 12, 2024

Operation Shelter Me, a program aimed at providing housing, medical, and mental health treatment services to unhoused residents, continues to make a positive impact in the town of Apple Valley and surrounding communities. The initiative, led by the Community Service & Reentry Division, Homeless Outreach Proactive Enforcement Team (H.O.P.E.), focuses on connecting staff with individuals in need and offering them essential resources.During a recent operation, the team was able to provide referrals and services to several individuals. As stated by the report, "The team...