Homicide – November 14, 2020
On November 14, 2020, at 2:05 a.m., deputies from the Jurupa Valley Sheriff Station responded to the area of La Sierra Ave. and Tin Mine Rd., Lake Matthews, regarding a report of an assault with a deadly weapon. Deputies arrived within minutes and located a deceased male suffering from a gunshot.
Marijuana Cultivation Search Warrant
On October 5, 2020, deputies from the Perris Station Special Enforcement Team learned of an illegal marijuana grow operating on the 1500 block of W. San Jacinto Ave., in the city of Perris. The investigation led deputies to obtain a search warrant for the property.
Assault with a Deadly Weapon – November 10, 2020
On November 10, 2020, at 9:00 PM, La Quinta Sheriff’s deputies responded to the 53000 block of Avenida Diaz regarding multiple reports of gunshots and vehicles leaving the area at a high rate of speed. Deputies also responded to a second location at Calle Durango and Avenida Juarez regarding a traffic collision related to the shooting.
Vehicle Pursuit / Stolen Vehicle Arrest – November 10, 2020
On November 10, 2020 about 3:36 PM, a Deputy assigned to the Norco Station observed a reported stolen vehicle in the area of Hamner and 6th Street, Norco. An enforcement stop was attempted and the occupant of the vehicle failed to stop and attempted to evade. A pursuit was initiated and continued on 6th Street in which the suspect exited the stolen vehicle at the dead end near Pikes Peak and attempted to flee on foot. The suspect who was later identified as George Michael Mendoza, was detained without incident.
Firearms Related Arrest – On November 6, 2020
On November 6, 2020 at 6:53 PM, Gang Task Force personnel conducted a vehicle check at the Coachlight Motel at 1640 W. Florida Ave., Hemet. During the investigation, a search of the vehicle was conducted and a loaded 9mm handgun and over 400 grams of marijuana was found.
