Crime & Incidents

Murrieta Considering Harsher Catalytic Converter Theft Crackdowns

The Murrieta City Council Tuesday will consider an ordinance identical to one passed nearly a year ago by the Riverside County Board of Supervisors intended to crack down on catalytic converter thieves by establishing specific regulations and penalties lacking under state law.

Earthquakes Continue Rattling Riverside County, Inland Empire

After two earthquakes shook Riverside County Thursday, the U.S. Geological Survey is reporting more temblors.

2nd Degree Murder Trial Pending Following Norco Fentanyl Death

A man accused of supplying a deadly dose of fentanyl to a 40-year-old Norco resident must stand trial for second-degree murder, a judge ruled Wednesday.

Motorist High On Marijuana And Driving Over 100 MPH Kills Boy: PD

A man who allegedly caused a head-on collision that killed a boy and seriously injured his three siblings in Riverside while traveling over 100 mph and under the influence of marijuana was due to make his initial court appearance Monday.

Thompson Middle School Teacher Suspected Of Sexually Abusing Children

A Thompson Middle School teacher was arrested by Murrieta police Wednesday on suspicion of child sexual assault.

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