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Yahoo
21-07-2025
- Yahoo
2 suspects arrested in deadly shooting of Riverside teen
Two suspects were arrested in connection with the deadly shooting of a teenager in Riverside. They were identified as Francisco Gallegos, 20, and Bryan Torres-Arroyo, 21, according to the Riverside Police Department. On May 28, 2023, police responded to a shooting in an alleyway near Chicago Avenue and Linden Street around 5:13 p.m. Officers found two teen boys, a 17-year-old and an 18-year-old, with gunshot wounds. Both were transported to the hospital. The 18-year-old, later identified as Isaiah Arviso of Riverside, died from his injuries. The other teen survived. Both suspects fled the scene before police arrived. 'Detectives initially had a limited suspect description and exhausted all available leads, as this shooting appeared to be gang-related,' Riverside police said. Following an extensive investigation, detectives eventually identified Torres-Arroyo and Gallegos as the primary suspects. Search warrants were served at their residences and on July 11, both were arrested for murder. The investigation remains ongoing and no further details were released on the case. Anyone with additional information is urged to contact Detective Ricky Barajas at 951-353-7213 or email EBarajas@ The public can also call Detective Mike Smith at 951-353-7103 or email MikeSmith@ Anonymous tips can be submitted by emailing RPDTips@ or through the Riverside Police Department's 'Atlas 1' mobile app by using the 'Send a Message' feature. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
News24
19-07-2025
- News24
Two dead, two injured in suspected gang shooting in Cape Town
Two people were killed, two injured in a gang-related Parow shooting. Gunmen opened fire on a VW Polo; suspects fled the scene. The Anti-Gang Unit is investigating murder and attempted murder cases. Anti-Gang Unit detectives are on the hunt for gunmen who shot and killed two people and seriously injured another two in Parow, Cape Town, on Saturday afternoon. A fifth person managed to escape unharmed. Western Cape police spokesperson Warrant Officer Joseph Swartbooi said preliminary reports indicated that the occupants of the silver VW Polo were travelling on Voortrekker Road when unknown armed men opened fire on their vehicle. 'Two men did not survive the onslaught on their lives whilst two others were transported to a nearby hospital for medical treatment, and another male escaped unharmed. 'The unknown suspects fled the scene and they are yet to be arrested. The motive for this attack is believed to be gang-related,' said Swartbooi. Supplied by a witness at the crime scene Police said the Anti-Gang Unit were investigating two counts of murder and three counts of attempted murder. The chairperson of Parow's community policing forum (CPF), Bronwin Daniels, condemned the shooting. 'This act of violence is deeply concerning and something we do not condone. We want to reassure the community that we remain committed to working with all relevant stakeholders to ensure the safety and well-being of all residents,' said Daniels. She said that, because the incident was under investigation, the CPF had limited information. Daniels said: We have full confidence in the ongoing efforts of SAPS to uncover the facts and bring those responsible to justice. We encourage the community to remain calm and united, and to continue reporting any suspicious activity through the proper channels. The CPF conveyed their condolences to the families of the deceased and injured. Anyone with information can call Crime Stop on 08600 10111.
CBS News
16-07-2025
- CBS News
Livermore police make arrest in July 4 weekend drive-by shooting
A Livermore man has been charged in connection with a drive-by shooting that took place over the July 4 holiday weekend, authorities said. According to Livermore Police, officers were called to the 300 block of Chestnut Street around 2 a.m. on July 5. When officers arrived, they found a 27-year-old Livermore man suffering from a gunshot wound. Officers provided aid to the victim, who was taken to a local hospital. The victim has since been released from the hospital and is recovering. Investigators said they believed the shooting was gang-related. In an update on Tuesday, police said they arrested 25-year-old Jesus Andrade of Livermore in connection with the shooting as he was leaving his home on July 8. He was taken into custody without incident. Police said Andrade was booked into the Santa Rita Jail in Dublin on suspicion of shooting from a vehicle and assault with a firearm. The Alameda County District Attorney's Office has since filed charges in the case. The shooting was among several violent incidents that took place in Livermore on the morning of July 5. Officers also responded to a reported fight involving 30 people near the intersection of Chestnut and North "I" streets and a knife assault in the same area. Police said they also responded to more than 90 fireworks-related calls that night. "I want to thank all the officers and dispatchers who worked last night to manage an exceptionally high call volume while continuing to prioritize public safety," Police Chief Jeramy Young said at the time.
News24
15-07-2025
- News24
Two men arrested for murder of 80-year-old woman and 3 others in Cape Town
The Anti-Gang Unit has arrested two people in connection with a shooting at a Bishop Lavis house last week in which four people, including an 80-year-old woman, were killed. Police spokesperson Warrant Officer Joseph Swartbooi said an initial investigation revealed that two armed men stormed into the house in Reenberg Road at about 19:15, firing numerous gunshots at the occupants. 'The victims were declared deceased on the scene by medical personnel,' Swartbooi added. The investigation resulted in the arrest of two 23-year-old men. 'The possibility that the incident is gang-related cannot be ruled out, and the circumstances surrounding the murder are now the subject of an investigation by the South African Police Service,' Swartbooi said. READ | Woman, 80, among four people gunned down in Cape Town - SAPS Anti-Gang Unit roped in The two men are expected to appear in the Bishop Lavis Magistrate's Court on Tuesday. Provincial police commissioner, Lieutenant General Thembisile Patekile, commended the efforts of the investigating team. In a previous News24 report on the shooting, it emerged that all the victims sustained multiple gunshot wounds, primarily to the head, chest, and upper body. Three of the bodies were found on a double bed, and the fourth on the floor. At the time, Bishop Lavis Crime Prevention Forum chairperson Graham Lindhorst said the victims were killed just hours after an attempted murder not far from where the victims were killed. Chairperson of Parliament's police portfolio committee, Ian Cameron, also described the loss of the four lives as 'tragic'.
Yahoo
12-07-2025
- Yahoo
8 people arrested amid Northern California torture, kidnapping investigation
( — Eight people were arrested in Northern California after a lengthy investigation into a torture and kidnapping case. On Friday, several law enforcement agencies worked together to execute five search warrants across San Joaquin County. Officials said the torture and kidnapping investigation was gang-related. Teens accused of armed robbery amid Stockton middle school promotion ceremony Subsequently, eight people were arrested and face charges of false imprisonment, kidnapping, torture, conspiracy to commit a crime, dissuading a witness, assault with a semiautomatic firearm, threats to terrorize, illegal possession of an assault weapon, manufacture/sale of high-capacity magazines, and several other offenses. Additionally, law enforcement said during the search, it seized several guns, hundreds of rounds of ammunition, high-capacity magazines, and more than $15,000 in cash. Video footage of the bust can be found on the SJSCO Facebook page. 'This takedown was part of the FBI's Summer Heat initiative, a nationwide effort targeting violent offenders and gang members who terrorize our communities,' the San Joaquin County Sheriff's Office said on social media. 'Summer Heat reflects Director Patel's commitment to the American people to crush crime and restore safety in neighborhoods across the country.' The circumstances behind the alleged torture and kidnapping are unclear. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
