COVINA, CALIFORNIA – A tragic incident unfolded on the eastbound 10 Freeway in Covina early Saturday morning, as a motorcycle driver is suspected of fatally shooting another driver. California Highway Patrol officers swiftly responded to the scene near the Via Verde exit around 2:16 a.m., discovering a person shot inside a white Chevy Camaro on the freeway’s right shoulder.
According to CHP Officer Sean Lough, a 19-year-old passenger in the car escaped unharmed during the shooting. The victim, unfortunately, succumbed to the injuries despite efforts by officers to revive them upon arrival within seven minutes. The Los Angeles County Fire Department later declared the victim, identified as Alexander Espino, deceased at the scene.
Authorities provided a vague description of the shooter as a man in all black clothing and a black helmet riding a black motorcycle. Footage from the scene revealed a bullet hole in the Camaro’s windshield, further indicating the severity of the incident. As a result of the investigation, all lanes on the eastbound 10 Freeway near Via Verde St. had to be shut down for approximately four hours, causing traffic diversions before the freeway was reopened around 8 a.m.
The tragic shooting has left the community in shock and raised concerns about safety on the freeway. The identity and motives of the shooter remain unknown, prompting a thorough investigation by law enforcement. The swift response from CHP officers highlights the dedication to preserving the safety and security of commuters on California’s highways.
The devastating loss of a young life in such a senseless act of violence underscores the need for increased vigilance and measures to prevent similar incidents in the future. The closure of the freeway for several hours disrupted the morning commute, emphasizing the far-reaching consequences of such disruptive events on the community. As authorities continue their investigation, the community mourns the loss of Alexander Espino and seeks justice for the heinous crime that occurred on that fateful morning.