Specialized Detectives are conducting an in custody death investigation in Yucaipa
DATE/TIME: Thursday, May 27, 2021 12:02 a.m.
INCIDENT: Residential Robbery / In Custody Death Investigation
LOCATION: 12500 block of 4th Street, Yucaipa
SUSPECT: Adult male, name withheld pending next of kin notification
SUMMARY:
On Thursday, May 27, 2021 at 12:02 a.m. deputies responded to a call that a suspect forced entry to the victim’s home and the homeowner had him detained. Deputies arrived and the suspect appeared to be suffering a medical emergency. Medical aid transported the suspect to Redlands Community Hospital where he was pronounced deceased.
Detectives with the Specialized Investigations Division responded to conduct the investigation.
An autopsy will be conducted to determine the cause of death.
The investigation is ongoing and anyone with information is asked to contact Detective Michael Gardea, Specialized Investigations Division – Homicide Detail at (909)387-3589. Callers can remain anonymous and contact WeTip at 800-78CRIME or www.wetip.com.
Refer: Detective Michael G ardea or Sergeant Michael Warrick
Station: Specialized Investigations Division – Homicide Detail
Phone No. (909)387-3589
Case No. DR#142101601/602100112 H#2021-066
JOHN McMAHON, Sheriff-Coroner
San Bernardino County Sheriff-Coroner Department
Address/Location
SBSD - Yucaipa Police Department
34144 Yucaipa Blvd
Yucaipa, CA 92399
Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1