DATE: November 25, 2024 / 7:39 p.m.
INCIDENT: Homicide Investigation
LOCATION: 13100 Block of Joliet Drive, Rancho Cucamonga
SUSPECT(S): Paul Warren, 58-years-old, Resident of Mira Loma
VICTIM(S): Josh Watson, 43-year-old, Resident of Rancho Cucamonga
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UPDATE:
December 11, 2024
Through continued investigation, detectives identified the suspect in Josh Watson’s murder as Paul Warren. A warrant was issued for Warren, and on Monday, December 9, 2024, he was located and arrested with the assistance of the Philadelphia Police Department. Warren remains in custody in Philadelphia where he awaits extradition to California.
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SUMMARY: On Monday, November 25, 2024, at approximately 7:39 p.m., deputies from the Rancho Cucamonga Station were requested to respond to a report of man suffering injuries in the 13100 block of Joliet Drive. Upon arrival, deputies located Josh Watson, injured and non-responsive. Watson was transported to a nearby hospital, and despite lifesaving measures, was pronounced deceased.
Detectives with the Sheriff’s Specialized Investigations Division, Homicide Detail, responded and assumed the investigation. Investigators learned Watson arrived at his home and was contacted by a male subject. During the encounter, Watson received lethal injuries. The suspect fled the area before deputies arrived. The investigation is ongoing, and additional information will be released when available.
Anyone with information about this case is asked to contact Detective Eduardo Badillo, Specialized Investigations Division at (909) 890-4904. Callers can remain anonymous and contact We-Tip at 1-800-78CRIME (27463) or www.wetip.com.
Refer: Detective Eduardo Badillo or Sergeant Nicolas Craig
Station: Specialized Investigations Division
Phone No. (909) 890-4904
Case No. DR#112413126 / H#2024-125
SHANNON D. DICUS, Sheriff-Coroner
San Bernardino County Sheriff-Coroner Department
