By G.T. Houts

Lake Arrowhead, CA – On Friday, May 26, 2017, at about 12:30 p.m., the Twin Peaks Sheriff’s Station received a call from a 20-year-old female victim reporting her ex-boyfriend, Joseph Williams, a 24 years old resident of Apple Valley, had sent her concerning text and picture messages. The text messages were direct threats to kill her, harm her family and conduct a “massacre” at the Lake Arrowhead Village, were she worked. Williams included pictures of an AR style rifle and a revolver to show he had the means to carry out the threats. Williams also claimed to have thousands of rounds of ammunition.

Deputies from the Twin Peaks Station and the Sheriff’s Specialized Enforcement Division responded to the threats. Deputies were strategically placed to ensure the public’s safety at the Lake Arrowhead Village and to protect the victim.

Williams was arrested when he returned to his residence in the Pioneer Trailer Park, on Pioneer Road in Apple Valley. Deputies served a search warrant at Williams’ residence for the firearms. An AR style .22 caliber rifle, a .357 revolver, and ammunition for each caliber were seized.

Deputies also discovered a Honey Oil Lab inside the residence. A Honey Oil Lab is a dangerous method used to extract hash oil from marijuana and commonly results in explosions.

Williams was on felony probation in San Bernardino County for a previous domestic violence conviction, and had a current criminal protective order against him, which prohibited him from possessing firearms.

Williams is being held in custody in lieu of $200,000 bail.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Deputy Eric Dyberg or Detective Russel Goines of the Sheriff’s Twin Peaks Station at (909) 336-0600 or We- Tip at *800) 782-7463 if they wish to remain anonymous.

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By G. T. Houts

Lake Arrowhead, CA – On Wednesday, June 28, 2017 at approximately 3:28 p.m., a concerned family member contacted sheriff’s dispatch and requested a welfare check   on Steven and Valorie Montoya. The family member had been unable to contact the them. Twin Peaks Sheriff Station deputies were dispatched to the Montoya’s residence  in the 900 block of Hospital Road, Lake Arrowhead. Upon deputies’ arrival, they made entry into the residence and found Steven, 57 years old and Valorie, 58 years old, deceased.

Investigators from the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department Specialized Investigations Division-Homicide Detail responded to the location and conducted a homicide investigation.

At this point, evidence suggests there were no other persons involved in Steven and Valorie’s death and their deaths were a result of murder/suicide.

Anyone with information is urged to contact Detective Julius McChristian or Detective Troy Mooradian at (909) 387-3589.

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By G. T. Houts

Twin Peaks, CA – On July 22, Deputy K. Bush from the San Bernardino Sheriff’s Twin Peaks Station went to 892 Strawberry Peak Lane, in Twin Peaks to serve a felony arrest warrant for a fugitive, He attempted to make contact at the residence but noticed items that were consistent with a THC extraction lab. Deputy Bush opted not to attempt contact at the time and requested the assistance from the Sheriff’s Department Gangs/Narcotics Division.

The Sheriff’s Marijuana Enforcement Team and Clandestine Lab Team served a search warrant at the residence. Inside they found evidence of a THC extraction operation. In the residence were three suspects, Ryan Michael Parker age 30 , resident of Twin Peaks, Chad Robert Freed, age 30, resident of San Bernardino and Jose Mata, age 23, resident of Rialto. The three men were arrested.

Personnel of the San Bernardino county fire District and HAZMAT responded to the scene because of the dangerous circumstances and potential for an explosion or fire. Investigators found evidence to suggest the manufacturing of concentrated cannabis, referred to as Wax, Shatter, Dabs or (Butane) Honey Oil was occurring at the residence,  The illegal operation was capable of making several pounds of product.

The investigation is ongoing. It will be sent to the San Bernardino County District Attorney’s Office for review of criminal charges against the suspect (s). Parker was booked at the Central Detention Center in San Bernardino for charges of Manufacturing a Controlled Substance and an outstanding felony drug warrant from Riverside County. Freed and Mata were also booked for charges of Sales of Concentrated Cannabis /Marijuana. They will appear in court at a later date.

Anyone with information regarding this investigation is urged to contact Sheriff’s Gangs/Narcotics Division at (909) 387-8400.

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By G.T. Houts

Highland, CA – There has been an ongoing investigation in reference to several fires in the Inland Empire. During the investigation, a white GMC truck bearing California license number 63919E2, was seen on several Automated License Plate Readers surveillance cameras. On Thursday August 4, 2017 a fire was started in the city of Yucaipa and the above vehicle was stopped in the area. The driver, suspect Jarrod Anthony Samra age 23 years old, of Yucaipa,was detained and brought to the Highland Station for an interview.  Under Miranda, Samra admitted to starting six of the fires, including the Yucaipa fire. During the suppression of the fire by fire personnel, a fireman sustained a fractured femur.

Samra was booked into the Central Detention Center. On Friday, August 4, he was booked and bail was set at $250,000.

The next court appearance date is not known at this time.

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By G. T. Houts

UPDATE 1- THURSDAY AUGUST 24, 3:41 p.m.

All eight fires were set in trash bins or wooded areas between Highland and Sterling Avenues. The largest was the Mart fire that burned 670 acres and forced mandatory evacuations.

Granados is being held at the West Valley Detention Center on  $275,000 bail.

Eyewitnesses are credited for their bravery in coming forward and sharing what they saw with investigators. It is due to their awareness and diligence that led investigators to Granados. ” See Something Say Something” saves lives and protects property.

You can report suspicious activity to fire and law enforcement or We-Tip at 800-47-ARSON.

ORIGINAL STORY

San Bernardino, CA – Yesterday, San Bernardino Police arrested 38 year old Peter Joe Granados, of San Bernardino, on suspicion of arson. “Upon questioning, he confessed to arson in all eight fires” a news release from San Bernardino Police Department stated.

Authorities said Granados is suspected of setting fires ignited in trash cans and wooded areas of the foothills above Highland and San Bernardino. They did not specify which fires he is accused of setting.

San Bernardino County Fire Chief Marc Hartwig said the investigation has been on going, with the arson units from SB County Fire, U.S. Forest Service and San Bernardino Police. He said key information came from the public and wanted to thank everyone that assisted in the investigation.

This arrest comes just weeks after the arrest of Jarrod Anthony Samra, 23 years old of Yucaipa, in connection with the fires in the area.

Will update as information becomes available.

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By G. T. Houts

Lake Arrowhead, CA – On Sunday, September 3, Lake Arrowhead Resort staff received an anonymous call to check on the guests in room #260, due to a possible disturbance in the room. Hotel staff contacted the Sheriff’s Department and requested their assistance. Deputies from the Twin Peaks Station responded to the location however, the occupants were no longer in the room. During the investigation, deputies recognized evidence of an identity theft operation inside the room.

Deputies located a large amount of stolen mail and dozens of credit cards that appeared to be fraudulently created.  A credit card stamping machine, which stamps new credit card information on blank credit cards, was found in the room. Deputies learned the room was checked out to a factitious name, “Kevin Kanooni”. Deputies located numerous fraudulent credit cards found in the room with Kanooni’s name on it.

Through investigation and video surveillance, the suspect was positively identified as Jason Schoen, 37 years old of Canoga Park. Deputies contacted Schoen in the parking lot of the hotel near a Ford Mustang. Schoen ran away from deputies and, after a short foot pursuit, was detained. The ford Mustang was previously reported stolen, with Jason Schoen listed as the suspect. Additional fraudulent credit cards were found in the vehicle, along with Schoen’s personal belongings. Deputies also recovered 9mm ammunition in Schoen’s backpack. Schoen is a convicted felon and he is prohibited from possessing ammunition. Schoen was arrested and booked into Central Detention Center for identity theft, possession of a stolen vehicle, and felon in possession of ammunition.

Anyone with information about the case should contact the Twin Peaks Station (909) 336-0600. Callers wishing to remain anonymous are urged to cal the We-Tip Hotline at 1-800-78-Crime(27463) or you may leave information at the We-Tip website at http://www.wetip.com.

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By G. T. Houts

Update 2 – Sunday October 22, 3:11 p.m.

On Saturday October 21, at 7:47 p.m. the San Bernardino County Coroner’s office identified the victim as Jessica “Jace” Elyce Wider, 32 year of age of Lake Arrowhead, CA.

San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department are still searching for the woman who discovered Widner’s body.

Investigators have not determined the exact circumstances surrounding Widner’s death but they think part of the cave collapsed and buried her, according to the Coroner’s website.

Update 1 – Friday October 20, 9:28 p.m.

Body initially identified as male, once removed from cave it was determined to be a female.

Original story

Crestline, CA – On October 19, 2017, at approximately 7:19 p.m., deputies from the Twin Peaks Station responded to the area of Highland Drive and Scenic View Drive, in the community of Crestline for a death investigation. The San Bernardino County Fire Department received information from an unknown female that a human hand was sticking out of the ground near an old glass bottle dump. The female showed fire personnel where she saw the hand. After directing the fire department to the location, the female left the scene.

Twin Peaks deputies arrived on scene at approximately 7:30 p.m. and observed a small cave dug into the hillside. After looking inside of the cave, deputies saw what appeared to be a human hand sticking out from the dirt. The coroner’s office was notified of the discovery and responded to the scene. Although the circumstances surrounding the person’s death is still under investigation, it appears a portion of the cave collapsed and buried the subject. Due to the possibility of the cave further collapsing on investigators, a specialized recovery effort will take place to remove the body. Deputies and Coroner Investigators uncovered a portion of the subject’s body and were able to see he was wearing a white plaid style shirt and blue jeans along with a baseball cap.

Deputies would like to speak to the woman who made the discovery in order to obtain additional information.

Anyone with information about the case is also urged to contact the Twin Peaks Sheriff’s Station (909) 336-0600. Callers wishing to remain anonymous can call the We-tip Hotline at 1-800-78-CRIME (27463) or you may leave information on the We-tip Website at http://www.wetip.com.

Please refer to Deputy Brian Butts or Public Information Officer Gil Flores.

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By G. T. Houts

Lake Arrowhead, CA – Monday October 23, Deputies from the Twin Peaks Station responded to a theft report at a business located in the Lake Arrowhead Village. Deputies contacted the victim who stated the suspect, Caleb Arnett, 38 year old resident of Lake Arrowhead, walked into the business to promote his business “Step One Window Care” and he along with his wife, washed numerous business’ windows at the Lake Arrowhead Village. While Arnett was inside the victim’s business, and she was distracted for a moment, he stole her iPhone 6s Plus. The victim noticed the phone missing and contacted deputies from the Twin Peaks Station.

During the investigation, deputies determined Arnett was the last person in the business and was possibly in possession of the stolen phone. Deputies went to Arnett’s residence, located in the community of Lake Arrowhead, and recovered the victim’s phone. However, Arnett was not located at the residence. While deputies returned the phone to the victim, they observed Arnett at the Lake Arrowhead Village. Arnett was handcuffed and interviewed about the theft. Arnett agreed to take deputies to the location where he discarded the victim’s iPhone case. While Arnett and deputies walked to the location of the phone case, Arnett ran from deputies while he was still handcuffed. A short foot pursuit ensued and deputies were able to apprehend Arnett without further incident. Arnett was transferred and booked into the West Valley Detention Center for violation of PC 487, Grand Theft, PC 69, Resisting an Executive Officer, ad PC 836.6(B), Escaping from custody with force. Arnett is currently being held in lieu of $50,000 bond.

Based on the investigation, deputies believe Arnett is involved in ongoing thefts at the Lake Arrowhead Village under the ruse of “Step One Window Care”.

If you have any information regarding this case or have been a victim of theft, please contact Deputy Jonathan Cavender of Deputy Shelby Swanson at the Twin Peaks Station (909) 336-0600 or WeTip 1-800-78-CRIME.

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By G. T. Houts

Twin Peaks, CA – On Wednesday, December 20, 2017, at approximately 12:30 p.m., the Twin Peaks Sheriff Station received a call regarding a child left in a vehicle. The reporting party called 9 1 1 after hearing the victim crying in a parked vehicle all alone. When Deputy Ferronato arrived on scene and discovered the victim, a 17 month old female, did not have any water and was sitting in a soiled diaper and clothing. The outside temperature was approximately 46 degrees and the child was not properly dressed for the elements.

Deputy Ferronato requested the response of the San Bernardino County  Fire Department in order to check the victim’s well-being. While the victim was with fire personnel, Deputy Ferronato began checking residences door to door in order to locate the victim’s parents or guardians. Deputy Ferronato contacted a relative of the victim, Carol Harrison in a  residence several doors down from where the vehicle was parked. Harrison was asleep on the couch when Deputy Ferronato contacted her. Harrison advised she came home about 7:00 a.m. and fell asleep on the couch leaving the victim in the car. Harrison was arrested for PC 273A(A),  Willful Cruelty to a Child. The victim was placed in the care of the Department of Children and Family Services.

Harrison, was transported to the Central Detention Center and booked on her charges. She is being held in lieu of $100,000 bail.

If you have any information regarding this case, please contact Deputy Nic Ferronato at the Twin Peaks Station (909) 336-0600 or WeTip 1-800-78-CRIME

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By G. T. Houts

Big Bear Lake, CA – On Tuesday, December 26 deputies from the Big Bear Sheriff’s Station responded to a residence in 41100 block of  Lahontan Drive in Big Bear Lake, following the report of a shooting. Deputies and emergency fire personnel responded and located the victim, Brandon Holmes, 22 year years of age from Big Bear Lake, inside the residence suffering from apparent gunshot wounds. The victim was pronounced deceased at the scene. The suspect, Lawrence Blakee, 69 years of age from Big Bear Lake, was also located at the residence and detained by deputies.

Detectives from the Specialized Investigations Division, Homicide Detail, responded to the location and conducted the investigation. During the investigation, detectives determined the suspect, Blakee,  had shot Holmes. Blakee was transported to the Big Bear Sheriff’ Station and subsequently arrested. Blakee was transported and booked into the West Valley Detention Center for murder and is being held without bail. He is scheduled for court on December 28th.

The motive for the murder remains under investigation.

The investigation is on-going, and anyone with information regarding this incident is urged to contact Detective Marc Goodwin or Sergeant Jerry Davenport at (909) 387-3589. Callers wishing to remain anonymous are urged to cal the We-Tip Hotline at 1-800-78-CRIME (27463), or you may leave information on the We-Tip website at: http://www.wetip.com.

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By G.T. Houts

Lake Arrowhead, CA – On Friday, May 26, 2017, at about 12:30 p.m., the Twin Peaks Sheriff’s Station received a call from a 20-year-old female victim reporting her ex-boyfriend, Joseph Williams, a 24 years old resident of Apple Valley, had sent her concerning text and picture messages. The text messages were direct threats to kill her, harm her family and conduct a “massacre” at the Lake Arrowhead Village, were she worked. Williams included pictures of an AR style rifle and a revolver to show he had the means to carry out the threats. Williams also claimed to have thousands of rounds of ammunition.

Deputies from the Twin Peaks Station and the Sheriff’s Specialized Enforcement Division responded to the threats. Deputies were strategically placed to ensure the public’s safety at the Lake Arrowhead Village and to protect the victim.

Williams was arrested when he returned to his residence in the Pioneer Trailer Park, on Pioneer Road in Apple Valley. Deputies served a search warrant at Williams’ residence for the firearms. An AR style .22 caliber rifle, a .357 revolver, and ammunition for each caliber were seized.

Deputies also discovered a Honey Oil Lab inside the residence. A Honey Oil Lab is a dangerous method used to extract hash oil from marijuana and commonly results in explosions.

Williams was on felony probation in San Bernardino County for a previous domestic violence conviction, and had a current criminal protective order against him, which prohibited him from possessing firearms.

Williams is being held in custody in lieu of $200,000 bail.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Deputy Eric Dyberg or Detective Russel Goines of the Sheriff’s Twin Peaks Station at (909) 336-0600 or We- Tip at *800) 782-7463 if they wish to remain anonymous.

By G. T. Houts

Lake Arrowhead, CA – On Wednesday, June 28, 2017, at approximately 3:28 p.m., a concerned family member contacted sheriff’s dispatch and requested a welfare check on Steven and Valorie Montoya. The family member had been unable to contact the them. Twin Peaks Sheriff Station deputies were dispatched to the Montoya’s residence,  in the 900 block of Hospital Road, Lake Arrowhead. Upon deputies’ arrival, they made entry into the residence and found Steven, 57 years old and Valorie, 58 years old, deceased.

Investigators from the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department Specialized Investigations Division-Homicide Detail responded to the location and conducted a homicide investigation.

At this point, evidence suggests there were no other persons involved in Steven and Valorie’s death and their deaths were a result of murder/suicide.

Anyone with information is urged to contact Detective Julius McChristian or Detective Troy Mooradian at (909) 387-3589.

By G. T. Houts

Twin Peaks, CA – On July 22, Deputy K. Bush from the San Bernardino Sheriff’s Twin Peaks Station went to 892 Strawberry Peak Lane in Twin Peaks to serve a felony arrest warrant for a fugitive. He attempted to make contact at the residence but noticed items that were consistent with a THC extraction lab. Deputy Bush opted not to attempt contact at the time and requested the assistance from the Sheriff’s Department Gangs/Narcotics Division.

The Sheriff’s Marijuana Enforcement Team and Clandestine Lab Team served a search warrant at the residence. Inside, they found evidence of a THC extraction operation. In the residence were three suspects, Ryan Michael Parker age 30, resident of Twin Peaks, Chad Robert Freed, age 30, resident of San Bernardino and Jose Mata, age 23, resident of Rialto. The three men were arrested.

Personnel of the San Bernardino county fire District and HAZMAT responded to the scene because of the dangerous circumstances and potential for an explosion or fire. Investigators found evidence to suggest the manufacturing of concentrated cannabis, referred to as Wax, Shatter, Dabs or (Butane) Honey Oil was occurring at the residence.  The illegal operation was capable of making several pounds of product.

The investigation is ongoing. It will be sent to the San Bernardino County District Attorney’s Office for review of criminal charges against the suspect(s). Parker was booked at the Central Detention Center in San Bernardino for charges of Manufacturing a Controlled Substance and an outstanding felony drug warrant from Riverside County. Freed and Mata were also booked for charges of Sales of Concentrated Cannabis /Marijuana. They will appear in court at a later date.

Anyone with information regarding this investigation is urged to contact Sheriff’s Gangs/Narcotics Division at (909) 387-8400.

By G.T. Houts

UPDATE 1, Monday August 7, 12:34 p.m.

Jarrod Samara made his first court appearance Monday August 7, 2017.  He was charged with 8 counts of arson and 1 count of Great Bodily Harm, relating to the firefighter that broke his leg fighting the Bridge Fire. He could face up to 18 years in prison.

The other seven fires Samra is being charged with setting began between July 7 and July 28 in Yucaipa, Highland, San Bernardino and Devore. Three were spot fires; the largest, Bridge 2 fire, burned 460 acres.

Original Story

Highland, CA – There has been an ongoing investigation in reference to several fires in the Inland Empire. During the investigation, a white GMC truck bearing California license number 63919E2, was seen on several Automated License Plate Readers surveillance cameras. On Thursday August 4, 2017 a fire was started in the city of Yucaipa and the above vehicle was stopped in the area. The driver, suspect Jarrod Anthony Samra age 23 years old, of Yucaipa,was detained and brought to the Highland Station for an interview.  Under Miranda, Samra admitted to starting six of the fires, including the Yucaipa fire. During the suppression of the fire by fire personnel, a fireman sustained a fractured femur.

Samra was booked into the Central Detention Center. On Friday, August 4, he was booked and bail was set at $250,000.

The next court appearance date is not known at this time.

By G. T. Houts

UPDATE 1- THURSDAY AUGUST 24, 3:41 p.m.

All eight fires were set in trash bins or wooded areas between Highland and Sterling Avenues. The largest was the Mart fire that burned 670 acres and forced mandatory evacuations.

Granados is being held at the West Valley Detention Center on  $275,000 bail.

Eyewitnesses are credited for their bravery in coming forward and sharing what they saw with investigators. It is due to their awareness and diligence that led investigators to Granados. ” See Something Say Something” saves lives and protects property.

You can report suspicious activity to fire and law enforcement or We-Tip at 800-47-ARSON.

ORIGINAL STORY

San Bernardino, CA – Yesterday, San Bernardino Police arrested 38 year old Peter Joe Granados, of San Bernardino, on suspicion of arson. “Upon questioning, he confessed to arson in all eight fires” a news release from San Bernardino Police Department stated.

Authorities said Granados is suspected of setting fires ignited in trash cans and wooded areas of the foothills above Highland and San Bernardino. They did not specify which fires he is accused of setting.

San Bernardino County Fire Chief Marc Hartwig said the investigation has been on going, with the arson units from SB County Fire, U.S. Forest Service and San Bernardino Police. He said key information came from the public and wanted to thank everyone that assisted in the investigation.

This arrest comes just weeks after the arrest of Jarrod Anthony Samra, 23 years old of Yucaipa, in connection with the fires in the area.

Will update as information becomes available.

By G. T. Houts

Lake Arrowhead, CA – On Sunday, September 3, Lake Arrowhead Resort staff received an anonymous call to check on the guests in room #260, due to a possible disturbance in the room. Hotel staff contacted the Sheriff’s Department and requested their assistance. Deputies from the Twin Peaks Station responded to the location however, the occupants were no longer in the room. During the investigation, deputies recognized evidence of an identity theft operation inside the room.

Deputies located a large amount of stolen mail and dozens of credit cards that appeared to be fraudulently created.  A credit card stamping machine, which stamps new credit card information on blank credit cards, was found in the room. Deputies learned the room was checked out to a factitious name, “Kevin Kanooni”. Deputies located numerous fraudulent credit cards found in the room with Kanooni’s name on it.

Through investigation and video surveillance, the suspect was positively identified as Jason Schoen, 37 years old of Canoga Park. Deputies contacted Schoen in the parking lot of the hotel near a Ford Mustang. Schoen ran away from deputies and, after a short foot pursuit, was detained. The ford Mustang was previously reported stolen, with Jason Schoen listed as the suspect. Additional fraudulent credit cards were found in the vehicle, along with Schoen’s personal belongings. Deputies also recovered 9mm ammunition in Schoen’s backpack. Schoen is a convicted felon and he is prohibited from possessing ammunition. Schoen was arrested and booked into Central Detention Center for identity theft, possession of a stolen vehicle, and felon in possession of ammunition.

Anyone with information about the case should contact the Twin Peaks Station (909) 336-0600. Callers wishing to remain anonymous are urged to cal the We-Tip Hotline at 1-800-78-Crime(27463) or you may leave information at the We-Tip website at http://www.wetip.com.

By G. T. Houts

Update 2 – Sunday October 22, 3:11 p.m.

On Saturday October 21, at 7:47 p.m. the San Bernardino County Coroner’s office identified the victim as Jessica “Jace” Elyce Wider, 32 year of age of Lake Arrowhead, CA.

San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department are still searching for the woman who discovered Widner’s body.

Investigators have not determined the exact circumstances surrounding Widner’s death but they think part of the cave collapsed and buried her, according to the Coroner’s website.

Update 1 – Friday October 20, 9:28 p.m.

Body initially identified as male, once removed from cave it was determined to be a female.

Original story

Crestline, CA – On October 19, 2017, at approximately 7:19 p.m., deputies from the Twin Peaks Station responded to the area of Highland Drive and Scenic View Drive, in the community of Crestline for a death investigation. The San Bernardino County Fire Department received information from an unknown female that a human hand was sticking out of the ground near an old glass bottle dump. The female showed fire personnel where she saw the hand. After directing the fire department to the location, the female left the scene.

Twin Peaks deputies arrived on scene at approximately 7:30 p.m. and observed a small cave dug into the hillside. After looking inside of the cave, deputies saw what appeared to be a human hand sticking out from the dirt. The coroner’s office was notified of the discovery and responded to the scene. Although the circumstances surrounding the person’s death is still under investigation, it appears a portion of the cave collapsed and buried the subject. Due to the possibility of the cave further collapsing on investigators, a specialized recovery effort will take place to remove the body. Deputies and Coroner Investigators uncovered a portion of the subject’s body and were able to see he was wearing a white plaid style shirt and blue jeans along with a baseball cap.

Deputies would like to speak to the woman who made the discovery in order to obtain additional information.

Anyone with information about the case is also urged to contact the Twin Peaks Sheriff’s Station (909) 336-0600. Callers wishing to remain anonymous can call the We-tip Hotline at 1-800-78-CRIME (27463) or you may leave information on the We-tip Website at http://www.wetip.com.

Please refer to Deputy Brian Butts or Public Information Officer Gil Flores.

By G. T. Houts

Lake Arrowhead, CA – Monday October 23, Deputies from the Twin Peaks Station responded to a theft report at a business located in the Lake Arrowhead Village. Deputies contacted the victim who stated the suspect, Caleb Arnett, 38 year old resident of Lake Arrowhead, walked into the business to promote his business “Step One Window Care” and he along with his wife, washed numerous business’ windows at the Lake Arrowhead Village. While Arnett was inside the victim’s business, and she was distracted for a moment, he stole her iPhone 6s Plus. The victim noticed the phone missing and contacted deputies from the Twin Peaks Station.

During the investigation, deputies determined Arnett was the last person in the business and was possibly in possession of the stolen phone. Deputies went to Arnett’s residence, located in the community of Lake Arrowhead, and recovered the victim’s phone. However, Arnett was not located at the residence. While deputies returned the phone to the victim, they observed Arnett at the Lake Arrowhead Village. Arnett was handcuffed and interviewed about the theft. Arnett agreed to take deputies to the location where he discarded the victim’s iPhone case. While Arnett and deputies walked to the location of the phone case, Arnett ran from deputies while he was still handcuffed. A short foot pursuit ensued and deputies were able to apprehend Arnett without further incident. Arnett was transferred and booked into the West Valley Detention Center for violation of PC 487, Grand Theft, PC 69, Resisting an Executive Officer, ad PC 836.6(B), Escaping from custody with force. Arnett is currently being held in lieu of $50,000 bond.

Based on the investigation, deputies believe Arnett is involved in ongoing thefts at the Lake Arrowhead Village under the ruse of “Step One Window Care”.

If you have any information regarding this case or have been a victim of theft, please contact Deputy Jonathan Cavender of Deputy Shelby Swanson at the Twin Peaks Station (909) 336-0600 or WeTip 1-800-78-CRIME.

By G. T. Houts

Twin Peaks, CA – On Wednesday, December 20, 2017, at approximately 12:30 p.m., the Twin Peaks Sheriff Station received a call regarding a child left in a vehicle. The reporting party called 9 1 1 after hearing the victim crying in a parked vehicle all alone. When Deputy Ferronato arrived on scene and discovered the victim, a 17 month old female, did not have any water and was sitting in a soiled diaper and clothing. The outside temperature was approximately 46 degrees and the child was not properly dressed for the elements.

Deputy Ferronato requested the response of the San Bernardino County  Fire Department in order to check the victim’s well-being. While the victim was with fire personnel, Deputy Ferronato began checking residences door to door in order to locate the victim’s parents or guardians. Deputy Ferronato contacted a relative of the victim, Carol Harrison in a  residence several doors down from where the vehicle was parked. Harrison was asleep on the couch when Deputy Ferronato contacted her. Harrison advised she came home about 7:00 a.m. and fell asleep on the couch leaving the victim in the car. Harrison was arrested for PC 273A(A),  Willful Cruelty to a Child. The victim was placed in the care of the Department of Children and Family Services.

Harrison, was transported to the Central Detention Center and booked on her charges. She is being held in lieu of $100,000 bail.

If you have any information regarding this case, please contact Deputy Nic Ferronato at the Twin Peaks Station (909) 336-0600 or WeTip 1-800-78-CRIME

By G. T. Houts

Big Bear Lake, CA – On Tuesday, December 26 deputies from the Big Bear Sheriff’s Station responded to a residence in 41100 block of  Lahontan Drive in Big Bear Lake, following the report of a shooting. Deputies and emergency fire personnel responded and located the victim, Brandon Holmes, 22 year years of age from Big Bear Lake, inside the residence suffering from apparent gunshot wounds. The victim was pronounced deceased at the scene. The suspect, Lawrence Blakee, 69 years of age from Big Bear Lake, was also located at the residence and detained by deputies.

Detectives from the Specialized Investigations Division, Homicide Detail, responded to the location and conducted the investigation. During the investigation, detectives determined the suspect, Blakee,  had shot Holmes. Blakee was transported to the Big Bear Sheriff’ Station and subsequently arrested. Blakee was transported and booked into the West Valley Detention Center for murder and is being held without bail. He is scheduled for court on December 28th.

The motive for the murder remains under investigation.

The investigation is on-going, and anyone with information regarding this incident is urged to contact Detective Marc Goodwin or Sergeant Jerry Davenport at (909) 387-3589. Callers wishing to remain anonymous are urged to cal the We-Tip Hotline at 1-800-78-CRIME (27463), or you may leave information on the We-Tip website at: http://www.wetip.com.