Assault with a Deadly Weapon/Firearm 

July 16, 2023 - Riverside County Sheriff’s Office officials report that on Saturday, July 15, 2023, at 12:56 a.m., deputies from the Moreno Valley Sheriff Station responded to a report of multiple gunshots fired in the area of Webster Avenue and Indian Avenue in the City of Moreno Valley. Deputies arrived quickly and located a victim lying on the sidewalk from an apparent gunshot wound. Deputies provided first aid to the victim, who was later transported to the hospital.

Investigators from the Moreno Valley Sheriff’s Station responded and assumed the investigation. Witnesses reported the victim and two additional friends were walking on Webster Avenue when a dark-colored vehicle approached them.  The vehicle approached them and began shooting at the three individuals.  The victim was struck and the vehicle sped away.  In addition to the victim, residences in the area also had evidence of a shooting.

This is an ongoing investigation. Investigators are seeking additional witnesses to this incident. Anyone with additional information is encouraged to contact Lead Investigator Vanderhoof at the Moreno Valley Sheriff’s Station (951) 486-6700.

Reporting Deputy: Sergeant Alfredo Medina

File # MV231940095

Source: Riverside County Sheriff’s Office