DATE/TIME: Wednesday, January 28, 2026, at 10:45 P.M.
INCIDENT: PC 206 - Torture
PC 236 - False Imprisonment
LOCATION: 13700 Block of Bear Valley Road, Victorville
SUSPECT(S): Claudio Jimenez, 25-year-old, Resident of Victorville
SUMMARY: On Wednesday, January 28, 2026, at approximately 10:45 P.M. deputies from the Victorville Sherrif’s Station were dispatched to the 13700 Block, of Bear Valley Road for a report of a vehicle versus pedestrian accident.
When deputies arrived on scene, they located the victim receiving medical treatment by AMR and the Victorville Fire Department. Through investigation, it was found the victim was held against her will for several months by Claudio Jimenez. During this time the victim was physically assaulted on numerous occasions.
The victim jumped from Jimenez’ vehicle to escape and sustained additional injuries requiring medical treatment. The victim was later transported to a local hospital for additional treatment.
Jimenez fled the scene prior to deputies arriving.
On January 29, 2026, Jimenez turned himself into custody at the Victorville City Sheriff’s Station. He was arrested and booked at the High Desert Detention Center for PC 206 - Torture, PC 236 - False Imprisonment, and is being held without bail.
Anyone with information about this investigation is urged to contact the Victorville Sherrif’s Station at (760) 241-2911 or Sheriff’s Dispatch at (760) 956-5001. Callers wishing to remain anonymous are urged to call 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 K. Raglin
Station: Victorville
Phone No. (760)241-2911
Case No. 172601159
SHANNON D. DICUS, Sheriff-Coroner
San Bernardino County Sheriff-Coroner Department
