The Sheriff’s Specialized Investigations Division responded and is conducting the investigation.
Chavez was booked in at the High Desert Detention Center where he remains on a charge of attempted murder. His bail is set for $1,000,000.
Anyone with information on this case is asked to contact the Specialized Investigations Division at 909-890-4904. Callers wishing to remain anonymous should call the We-Tip Hotline at 1-800-78-CRIME or go to www.wetip.com.
DATE/TIME: Thursday, February 9, 2023 / 3:05 p.m.
INCIDENT: PC 664/187 – Attempted Murder and Lethal Force Encounter (LFE)
LOCATION: 13260 Kiowa Road, Apple Valley
SUSPECT(S): Joel Chavez, 32-years-old, Resident of Apple Valley
VICTIM(S): Confidential
Refer: Detective T. Gagne
Station: Specialized Investigations Division
Phone No. 909-890-4904
Case No. DR#182300724 H# 2023-021
SHANNON D. DICUS, Sheriff-Coroner
Source: San Bernardino County Sheriff Department