Homicide
On January 12, 2023, at 1:31 hours, deputies assigned to the Cois M. Byrd Detention Center were alerted of a disturbance coming from within one of the cells. Deputies went to investigate and found an inmate identified as the victim Mark A. Spratt, 24-year-old, resident of Fontana, unresponsive with several injuries.
Public Intoxication/Failing to Register as a Sex Offender
On January 13, 2023, at 12:30 AM, deputies from the Lake Elsinore Sheriff’s Station responded to the 15700 block of Grand Avenue, Lake Elsinore, regarding an intoxicated subject, possibly under the influence of narcotics.
Attempted Murder Suspect Apprehended
On Sunday, January 8, 2023, at 02:01 a.m., deputies responded to a motel in the 78100 block of Varner Road in unincorporated Palm Desert regarding an assault with a deadly weapon.
Suspect Wanted for Assault with a Deadly Weapon Apprehended
On January 10, 2023, around 11:11 a.m., deputies responded to the area of Lasselle Street and Iris Avenue regarding an assault with a deadly weapon. The victim sustained minor injuries and was treated at the scene.
Homicide
On Monday, January 9, 2023, at 4:47 PM, deputies from the Lake Elsinore Station responded to Melinda Lane and Corydon Road in Wildomar for a report of a shooting. Deputies arrived within minutes and did not locate any victims or evidence of a shooting.
