According to the Riverside Police Department, a teenage girl was in the area of Market and Sixth streets, near the Mission Inn Hotel & Spa, when an unknown man physically assaulted her, possibly inflicting injuries, shortly after 3 a.m. on April 25.

The circumstances were unclear.

Witnesses who were not acquainted with either party called 911, but when patrol officers reached the location, “They learned the parties involved had left the area prior to police contact, and no identifying information was provided,” police Lt. Steve Espinosa said.

“Officers obtained surveillance footage from a nearby business and gathered witness statements,” Espinosa said. “The suspect was identified as an adult male seen in the area at the time of the incident.”

Still-frame video images circulated by investigators did not clearly depict the individual, showing him only as a light-skinned Hispanic or Caucasian man with facial hair and partially bald. His dark-colored tank-top shirt appeared to have been torn open in the picture.

Detectives want to interview the victim, but her identity, too, is a mystery, according to Espinosa.

Her friends and family, or anyone who may have been in the downtown area during the predawn hours of April 25 and who spotted anything unusual in the vicinity of where the attack occurred, was asked to come forward.

Espinosa can be reached at 951-826-5959. Alternately, police dispatch is available at 951-354-2007.

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Michael Gordon, 40, was reported to the SBSD just before 3:30 a.m. Wednesday for allegedly “beating a female and dragging her inside a residence in the 17800 block of Taylor Avenue,” officials said in a news release.

When deputies arrived, the door was open, and they “identified themselves and carefully entered the home under exigent circumstances,” officials added.

Inside, deputies spotted Gordon and a woman hiding under a blanket.

“Gordon was holding the female victim against her will and concealing a massive head injury,” the release said. “Gordon was also attempting to cover up a large amount of blood gushing from the back of her head.”

That woman was then rendered medical aid and taken to Arrowhead Regional Medical Center for “a severe head wound and other serious injuries.” She remains hospitalized.

A witness informed deputies that Gordon had assaulted the woman earlier that morning as well, this time in front of a home in the 10100 block of Alder Avenue.

“She was struck in the back of the head with a metal pole which resulted in a serious head injury,” the release said. “Gordon was able to lure the female victim to the secondary location where he assaulted her again outside and eventually drug her inside the residence until deputies arrived.”

Inside the home, Gordon tried to cover up the wounds, forcing the woman to shower to wash away blood and hiding her blood-soaked clothing, investigators said.

Gordon was booked into the West Valley Detention Center. Jail records indicate he faces charges of aggravated mayhem, kidnapping, making threats with the intent to terrorize and assault with a deadly weapon other than a firearm.

His bail is set at $1 million, and he’s due to appear in Rancho Superior Court on Friday.

Anyone with information is asked to call 909-356-6767.

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David Montero, 40, of San Jacinto, was found at a local park in the 500 block of East Main Street after deputies received reports of an assault. Upon arrival around 10 p.m., deputies found Montero suffering from traumatic injuries, the Riverside County Sheriff’s Department said.

He was taken to a local hospital, where he remained hospitalized until Wednesday when he was pronounced dead, officials said.

The sheriff’s department is investigating the incident as a homicide. Due to the investigation, no other information was made available.

As authorities work to find the suspect or suspects, the public is urged to contact the sheriff’s department with any information they may have on the case. Central Homicide Master Investigator R. Deanne can be reached at 951-235–7382 and Investigator J. Newby can be reached at 951-347–0679.

Anonymous tips can be submitted online here.

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File # T240310058

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On January 31, 2024, at 1:41 p.m., deputies from the Palm Desert Sheriff’s Station responded to the 43000 block of Elkhorn Trail, Palm Desert, reference a burglary in progress. Deputies arrived at the location and determined the suspect, later identified as Mizahel Morales, 26-year-old resident of Palm Desert, had brandished a firearm and forced his way into the victim’s residence.

Morales fled the location prior to deputies’ arrival but was later located at a nearby residence. No injuries were reported during the incident. Morales was booked at John Benoit Detention Center for burglary, assault with a deadly weapon, and violation of probation.

This is an ongoing investigation. No additional details are available at this time. Anyone with information regarding this incident is encouraged to contact Deputy Rodriguez at the Palm Desert Sheriff’s Station (760) 836–1600.

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File # MV240270223

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On Saturday, January 27, 2024, at 8:08 p.m., deputies from the Moreno Valley Station responded to a report of a gunshot victim inside a vehicle in the 22800 block of Allies Place in Moreno Valley. Deputies arrived and located a victim who had injuries consistent with being shot, as well as located evidence of a shooting at the scene. Paramedics transported the victim to a local hospital for treatment of non-life-threatening injuries. The unknown suspect fled prior to the arrival of deputies and remains at large.

Investigators from the Moreno Valley Sheriff’s Station responded and assumed the investigation. This investigation is on-going and anyone with additional information or video is encouraged to contact Investigator Robert Castellanos of the Moreno Valley Station at 951-486-6700.

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File # MV240220254

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On Monday, January 22, 2024, at 11:20 p.m., deputies from the Moreno Valley Sheriff’s Station responded to a report of a gunshot victim in the area of Hemlock Avenue and Pigeon Pass Road, Moreno Valley. Deputies arrived and located a victim with a gunshot wound. Paramedics transported the victim to a local hospital. During the investigation, deputies determined the shooting occurred in the 22000 block of Scarlet Sage Way Moreno Valley. Deputies responded to the location, but the suspect fled the area. Deputies conducted a search of the area, contacted witnesses, and located evidence of a shooting, but the suspect was not located. This is an ongoing investigation, and no additional details will be released.

Investigators from the Moreno Valley Sheriff’s Station responded and assumed the investigation. This is an ongoing investigation, and anyone with additional information is encouraged to contact Deputy D. Ramirez at the Moreno Valley Sheriff’s Station (951) 486-6700.

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File # MV240220041

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On January 22, 2024, at 8:14 a.m., deputies from the Moreno Valley Sheriff’s Station were dispatched to the 13000 block of Bearberry Drive regarding a male suspect armed with a knife, making threats toward family members. Upon the deputy’s arrival, the suspect, identified as Armando Martinez, a 24-year-old resident of Moreno Valley, barricaded himself inside the residence with a juvenile.

The Moreno Valley Sheriff’s Station authored a search warrant for the residence. The Riverside Sheriff’s Special Enforcement Bureau served the warrant, and Martinez was taken into custody without incident. The juvenile was located unharmed, and there were no reported injuries to family members. A search of the residence was conducted, and several evidentiary items were located.

Martinez was arrested and booked at the Robert Presley Detention Center for assault with a deadly weapon, kidnapping, and false imprisonment. This is an ongoing investigation, and no additional details are available.

Anyone with additional information regarding the investigation is urged to contact Deputy Ordway at Riverside County Sheriff’s dispatch at (951) 776-1099 or the Moreno Valley Sheriff’s Station at (951) 486-6700.

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File# PE231180144, PE233130078

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On Friday, April 28, 2023, deputies from the Riverside Sheriff’s Perris Station responded to Frank Eaton Park, located within the May Ranch neighborhood in the city of Perris. They investigated an assault with a firearm involving three victims. Perris City Special Enforcement Team (SET) assumed the investigation. During the investigation, SET Deputies gathered information that led to a search warrant for a residence within the 1500 block of Ranch Street in the city of Perris.

On Thursday, November 9, 2023, Perris City SET and the Riverside Sheriff’s Gang Task Force Region 6 served the search warrant. During the search warrant, deputies located two firearms, a hard plate body armor, a small amount of narcotics, and approximately $440,000 in United States currency.

The two suspects, identified as 40-year-old Donnessa Sampson and 47-year-old Deytwan Sampson, residents of Perris, were arrested and booked at Cois Byrd Detention Facility for child endangerment, possession of Ecstasy for sale along with additional felony drug and weapon charges.

This is an ongoing investigation. Anyone with information on this case is encouraged to call Deputy Soto at the Sheriff’s Perris Station at 951–210–1000.

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File # MV233080103

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On Saturday, November 4, 2023, at 9:27 a.m., a deputy assigned to the Moreno Valley Sheriff’s Station attempted a traffic enforcement stop of a black Nissan Altima, which was speeding on Perris Boulevard. The driver, Robert Washington, collided with a white Chevrolet pickup truck at the intersection of Perris Boulevard and Eucalyptus Avenue. Washington attempted to flee the scene, continuing northbound on Perris Boulevard. While fleeing the scene, Washington intentionally and abruptly stopped his vehicle. The deputy attempted to avoid Washington’s vehicle; however, the right side of the deputy’s motorcycle collided with the rear of Washington’s vehicle, disabling his motorcycle. Washington fled the scene of the second collision and was located near Perris Boulevard and Webster Street. Washington was eventually detained by deputies.

The motorcycle enforcement deputy sustained minor injuries from the collision. Neither Washington nor the occupants of the initial collision were injured. It was later determined Washington was operating a motor vehicle while he was under the influence of drugs.  Washington was booked at the Robert Presley Detention Center for Assault with a Deadly Weapon on a Peace Officer, Reckless Evading Law Enforcement, Driving Under the Influence of Drugs, and Hit and Run.

Anyone with information about this incident is encouraged to call Deputy Hutchins of the Moreno Valley Sheriff’s Station at 951-486-6727 or the Riverside County Sheriff’s Office at 951-776-1099.

Persons who wish to report criminal activity and wish to remain anonymous can call crime stoppers at 800-78-CRIME (800-782-7463) or 800-47-DRUGS (800-473-7847). You can also leave anonymous information on our Crime Tips Online Form or wetip.com.

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File # CN233000013

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On Friday, October 27, 2023, at about 2320 hours, deputies assigned to Lake Elsinore Station responded to an assault with a deadly weapon call near Calcutta Drive and Canyon Lake Drive in Canyon Lake. Upon arrival, deputies located a victim with a single gunshot wound and was transported to an area hospital for a non-life threatening injury. During the investigation, deputies determined Franklin Ortega, 33-year-old resident of Menifee, was the suspect in the shooting. Station Investigations and the Special Enforcement Team responded and assumed the investigation. On October 28, 2023, at about 0520 hours, Ortega was seen driving in the area of Magnolia Avenue and 91 freeway, in the city of Riverside. Lake Mathews Station deputies attempted a traffic stop on the vehicle which failed to yield, and a pursuit was initiated. The pursuit concluded when Ortega stopped the vehicle near KPC Parkway just north of Sampson, in the city of Corona and fled on foot. Corona Police Department and members of the Riverside County Sheriff’s Office Special Enforcement Bureau and K9 responded. While the area was being searched, Ortega was located and detained. Ortega was transported to the Lake Elsinore Station and subsequently transported and booked into CBDC for assault with a deadly weapon, felon in possession of a firearm and various drug possession charges.

This is an ongoing investigation. Anyone with additional information is encouraged to contact Investigator Garcia Deocampo at the Lake Elsinore Sheriff’s Station (951) 245–3300.

As a reminder, “Community Policing” involves partnerships between law enforcement and community members. Business owners and residents are encouraged to report criminal activity directly to law enforcement by calling Sheriff’s Dispatch at (951) 776–1099, or by calling 911 if the matter is an emergency.

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