Detectives Investigate Homicide in Highland in Which Victim and Suspect Lost Their Lives After Being Shot 

July 29, 2024 – San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department officials report that on Saturday, July 27, 2024, deputies from the Highland Sheriff’s Station responded to a call of shots fired. Upon arrival, deputies discovered two men suffering gunshot wounds. The men were transported to a local hospital. Despite lifesaving measures, both men were pronounced deceased.

Detectives with the Sheriff’s Specialized Investigations Division, Homicide Detail, responded and assumed the investigation. Through investigation, it was discovered Jonathan McConnell was involved in a hit-and-run traffic collision with Aaron Harris. McConnell was driving a motorcycle on the 210 Freeway when he split lanes and collided into the sedan occupied by Harris and his two children, ages two and five years old.

Harris followed McConnell off the freeway and into the parking lot at 27141 Baseline Street. When McConnell arrived in the parking lot, he met with several people known to him in front of Joy’s Lounge. Harris stopped his vehicle and shouted threats at McConnell. When McConnell approached the vehicle, Harris fired a gun at McConnell and McConnell returned fire. An adult male at the scene received a non-fatal gunshot wound to his hand. The children and others at the location were unharmed.

Anyone with information about this case is asked to contact Detective Shawn Thurman, Specialized Investigations Division at (909) 890-4904. Callers can remain anonymous and contact We-Tip at 800-78CRIME or www.wetip.com.

DATE/TIME: July 27, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

INCIDENT: Homicide Investigation

LOCATION: 27141 Baseline Street, Highland

SUSPECT(S): Aaron Harris, 37-year-old Male Resident of Highland (Deceased)

VICTIM(S): Jonathan McConnell, 38-year-old Male Resident of Corona (Deceased)

Refer: Detective Shawn Thurman or Sergeant Justin Giles

Station: Specialized Investigations Division

Phone No. (909) 890-4904

Case No. DR# 132402833 / H#2024-071

Source: San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department