Ronny Fernandez, aged 33, tragically lost his life on November 14, 2020, in a shooting incident near Lake Mathews in Riverside County, California. The incident occurred in the early hours of the morning, around 2:05 a.m., when deputies were alerted to an assault with a deadly weapon in the area of La Sierra Avenue and Tin Mine Road. Upon arrival, deputies discovered Fernandez suffering from a gunshot wound.
He was one of two men who died at the scene; the other victim was identified as Edgar Coria, also 33, from Anaheim. Three other individuals were injured in the shooting, with two in critical condition and one treated and released from the hospital.
The circumstances surrounding the shooting remain unclear, and the Riverside County Sheriff's Department has not provided detailed information on how the events unfolded. Witnesses reported that the first victim was found in the hills and brought down in an off-road vehicle, while the second victim was discovered at a nearby Circle K. Despite the severity of the incident, authorities have stated that there is no ongoing threat to public safety in the Lake Mathews area.
As of now, the investigation into the shooting is active and ongoing. The Riverside County Sheriff's Central Homicide Unit and the Jurupa Valley Sheriff's Station are leading the investigation, interviewing witnesses and gathering evidence. No arrests have been made, and no suspects have been publicly identified. Authorities have urged anyone with information about the incident to come forward to assist in solving the case.
The tragic deaths of Ronny Fernandez and Edgar Coria have left many questions unanswered. The community remains hopeful that the ongoing investigation will bring justice to the victims and their families. The case highlights the persistent issue of gun violence and the need for continued efforts to ensure public safety.
