Gunshots rang out in broad daylight as two Los Angeles men let off rounds from their moving vehicle in Rancho Cucamonga, with deputies swarming to the crime-ridden intersection, leading to a swift arrest and hefty list of charges. According to a press release from the San Bernardino Sheriff-Coroner Department, shots were fired around 1:31 P.M. on Monday at the crossing of Banyan St. and Milliken Ave., luckily, no injuries were reported in the havoc that ensued following the reckless gunfire.
Quick action by the community played a vital role – the reporting party tipped off law enforcement about the involved vehicle and the direction it was headed; an area check ensued by the Rancho Cucamonga Sheriff's deputies was conducted, and with the help of Sheriff's Aviation, Julio Cesar Villalobos Rodriguez, 33, and Armando Salvador Rojas Rodriguez, 27, were apprehended shortly thereafter. In the vehicle, lawmen found a firearm and ammunition, further investigation revealed that several rounds were haphazardly discharged into a field located just off the northwest corner of the intersection.
Both Rodriguez, who hail from Los Angeles, now find themselves behind bars at the West Valley Detention Center, facing serious allegations including shooting at an inhabited dwelling, negligent discharge of a firearm, and, adding to the gravity of the situation, shooting within a school zone. The Sheriff's Department’s prompt communication emphasized the importance of vigilant citizens in these troubling times and extends a hand for further assistance – anonymous tips concerning the case can be directed to WE-TIP at (800) 78-CRIME or via their website.
Deputy Ulises Mosqueda, the case officer for this incident, alluded to a sense of community fortitude and cooperative spirit which seem to stand as the backbone in times when brazen acts of gun violence tear through the fabric of public safety; the Rancho Cucamonga Police Department have made it clear that tips from the community are not just welcomed, but are essential, in the ongoing battle against such defiant lawlessness. The incident file bears the number 112404685 for those who might have additional information, the department remains on high alert, ready to respond to further developments or leads in this case.
