Physical Altercation Between Family Turns Deadly after Armed Man was Shot in Hesperia
DATE: August 6, 2025, 5:21 p.m.
INCIDENT: Homicide Investigation
LOCATION: 9800 Block of Third Avenue, Hesperia
INVOLVED PARTY: Danny Vicente, 36-years-old, Resident of Hesperia
DECEDENT: Anthony Lopez-Rodriguez, 37-years-old, Resident of Hesperia
SUMMARY:
On Wednesday, August 6, 2025, at about 5:21 p.m., deputies responded to a residence on Third Avenue after a male subject had been shot. When deputies arrived, they located Anthony Lopez-Rodriguez suffering from a gunshot wound. Deputies and emergency medical personnel attempted lifesaving measures; however, Lopez-Rodriguez was pronounced deceased at the scene.
The Sheriff’s Specialized Investigations – Homicide Detail also responded and assumed the investigation. Detectives learned a physical altercation occurred between family members prior to the shooting. Lopez-Rodriguez and Danny Vicente were both armed when Vicente fired his weapon and struck Lopez-Rodriguez. A report was taken and will be forwarded to the District Attorney’s Office.
Anyone with information regarding this case is asked to contact the Homicide Detail at 909-890-4904. Callers wishing to remain anonymous should contact We-Tip at 1-800-78-CRIME (27463) or go to wetip.com.
Refer: Detective D. Gosswiller or Sergeant M. Warrick
Station: Homicide Detail
Phone No. 909-890-4904
Case No. DR# 192504542 H# 2025-068
SHANNON D. DICUS, Sheriff-Coroner
San Bernardino County Sheriff-Coroner Department
Address/Location
SBSD - Headquarters
655 E 3rd St
San Bernardino, CA 92408
Contact
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