UPDATE: Man Arrested for Placing an Explosive Device Near a Residence in Rancho Cucamonga
DATE/TIME: June 3, 2024 at 4:36 PM
INCIDENT: Penal Code 18715, Possession of Explosives in Public
LOCATION: 9300 Block of Lomita Drive, Rancho Cucamonga
SUSPECT(S): Brian Carreon, 52-years-old, Resident of Devore, California
VICTIM(S): Confidential
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SUMMARY: On June 3, 2024, at 4:36 PM, deputies from the Rancho Cucamonga Police Department responded to the 9300 block of Lomita Drive regarding reports of an explosive device found near the roadway. The explosive device was disarmed and removed by the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department Bomb/Arson personnel.
Through investigation, Detective Derek Brandt identified the suspect as Brian Carreon, a convicted felon, and believes Carreon is responsible for placing the explosive device at the location.
On June 7, 2024, Carreon was arrested for Penal Code 18715, Possession of Explosives in Public. A search warrant at Carreon's residence in Devore revealed chemicals and materials consistent with making explosive devices. Chemicals known to manufacture methamphetamine, a stolen firearm, and ammunition were also found. Additional felony charges have been recommended to the District Attorney's Office.
Anyone with additional information is urged to contact the Rancho Cucamonga Police Department at 909-477-2800. Callers wishing to remain anonymous should contact the We-Tip Hotline at 1-800-78-CRIME (27463) or go to www.wetip.com.
Refer: Detective D. Brandt
Station: Rancho Cucamonga
Phone No. (909) 477-2800
Case No. 112406094
SHANNON D. DICUS, Sheriff-Coroner
San Bernardino County Sheriff-Coroner Department
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DATE/TIME: June 3, 2024 at 4:36 PM
INCIDENT: Suspicious Device
LOCATION: 9300 block of Lomita Dr., Rancho Cucamonga
SUSPECT(S): Unknown
VICTIM(S): Confidential
SUMMARY: On June 3, 2024, at 4:36 PM, deputies from the Rancho Cucamonga Police Department responded to a report of a suspicious device near the roadway. Residents nearby were evacuated as a precaution. The San Bernardino Sheriff's Arson Bomb detail responded and removed the device. Residents in the evacuated area were allowed back into their homes at about 10:20 p.m.
The investigation is ongoing.
Anyone with additional information is urged to contact the Rancho Cucamonga Police Department at 909-477-2800. Callers wishing to remain anonymous should contact the We-Tip Hotline at 1-800-78-CRIME (27463) or go to www.wetip.com.
Refer: Detective D. Brandt
Station: Rancho Cucamonga
Phone No. (909) 477-2800
Case No. 112406094
SHANNON D. DICUS, Sheriff-Coroner
San Bernardino County Sheriff-Coroner Department
Address/Location
SBSD - Rancho Cucamonga Police Department
10510 Civic Center Dr
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 909-477-2800