San Dimas, California – A tragic incident unfolded early Saturday on the San Bernardino (10) Freeway near San Dimas, resulting in the death of a 19-year-old man in a car-to-car shooting. California Highway Patrol officers responded to the scene at the eastbound freeway and the Via Verde exit around 2:16 a.m., discovering a white Chevy Camaro parked on the right shoulder, as reported by CHP Officer Sean Lough.
Efforts to save the victim’s life were made by CHP officers before Los Angeles County Fire Department paramedics arrived, but unfortunately, the man was pronounced dead at the scene. Reports suggested that the suspect involved in the incident may have been a motorcyclist, although the CHP’s Traffic Management Center spokesperson could not confirm this information.
Video footage captured at the scene revealed a bullet hole in the Camaro’s windshield, adding to the grim details of the shooting. With no leads on the suspect or their vehicle, the investigation became challenging for authorities. Consequently, the CHP issued a SigAlert that led to the closure of all eastbound freeway lanes at the Via Verde exit for an extended period while the investigation unfolded.
The sudden and tragic death of the young man sent shockwaves through the community, prompting questions about the safety and security on the freeways. The lack of suspect information only added to the mystery surrounding the incident, leaving many unsettled and concerned about the circumstances that led to such a violent event taking place. The closure of the freeway for investigative purposes disrupted traffic flow and inconvenienced many drivers during the process.
As details continue to emerge about the shooting, authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward and assist in shedding light on what transpired that fateful morning. The community remains on edge, hoping for swift justice and closure for the family of the victim as they mourn their devastating loss. The investigation is ongoing, with law enforcement dedicated to uncovering the truth behind this senseless act of violence.