DATE: January 12, 2026, 09:10 a.m.
INCIDENT: PC 422- Criminal Threats
PC25850(A) - Carry Loaded Firearm in Public Place
PC417(A)(2)(A) - Exhibit Concealed Firearm
PC29805(A)(1) - Possession of a Firearm W/Spec Misd
LOCATION: 7000 block of Jenkins Avenue, Hesperia
SUSPECT(S): Emanuel Medellin Rivera, 47-year-old, Resident of Hesperia
VICTIM(S): Adult Male, Adult Female
SUMMARY: On January 12, 2026, at approximately 9:10 a.m., Deputy Van Brimmer responded to the 7000 block of Jenkins Avenue in the City of Hesperia for a report of a subject brandishing a firearm.
The suspect, identified as Emanuel Medellin Rivera, reportedly drove past two pedestrians at a high rate of speed. One of the pedestrians motioned for Rivera to slow down, at which point Rivera returned to the area and displayed a black handgun to the pedestrians.
Through investigative means, Deputy Van Brimmer identifed the suspect's vehicle and tracked it to his residence. A search warrant was served at Rivera’s residence and the firearm was located.
Rivera was arrested and booked at the High Desert Detention Center.
Anyone with information or who may have witnessed this incident is asked to contact Deputy Van Brimmer at the Hesperia Station at 760-947-1500. Callers wishing to remain anonymous can contact We-Tip at 1-800-78-CRIME(27463) or visit wetip.com
Refer: J. Van Brimmer
Station: Hesperia
Phone No. 760-947-1500
Case No. 192600224
SHANNON D. DICUS, Sheriff-Coroner
San Bernardino County Sheriff-Coroner Department
