DATE/TIME: Wednesday, July 31, 2024, 5:40 a.m.
INCIDENT: Kidnapping - PC 207, False Imprsionment- PC 236, Domestic Violence- PC 273.5, Criminal Threats- PC 422,
Damage/ETC Power Lines- PC 591
LOCATION: 13800 Block of Peyton Dr, Chino Hills, CA
SUSPECT(S): Anthony Martinez, 30-year-old, resident of Norwalk, CA
VICTIM(S): Confidential
SUMMARY: On July 31, 2024, at approximately 5:40 a.m., a kidnapping occurred on the 13800 block of Peyton Drive, in the city of Chino Hills. The suspect, identified as Anthony Martinez, argued with the victim. The victim and Martinez were in a dating relationship. The argument escalated into a physical altercation and Martinez assaulted the victim, causing her to suffer minor injuries. Martinez forced her into his vehicle, threatened to kill her, and fled the location. The victim attempted to escape, but Martinez ran after the victim, pushed her to the ground, and forced her back into his vehicle. Martinez took the victim's cell phone after she attempted to call 911. Martinez drove to a local hotel, where they both went inside and were contacted by hotel staff. Martinez argued with the victim, returned her phone, and fled the scene.
Investigators from the Chino Hills Police Station obtained an arrest warrant and contacted Martinez near his residence in Norwalk during a traffic stop. Martinez was arrested and booked at the West Valley Detention Center.
Anyone with information regarding this incident is urged to contact the Chino Hills Police Department at (909) 364-2000. Callers wishing to remain anonymous may contact the We-Tip Hotline at 1-800-78CRIME (27463), or you may leave information on the We-Tip website at www.wetip.com.
Refer: Deputy Robert Ramirez
Station: Chino Hills Police Station
Phone No. 909-463-2061 / 909-463-2063
Case No. 222402316
SHANNON D. DICUS, Sheriff-Coroner
San Bernardino County Sheriff-Coroner Department
