In the quiet community of Eagle Ranch in Victorville, California, the morning of Sunday, June 14, 2026, was shattered by the sound of multiple gunshots. At approximately 11:27 a.m., residents of the 12000 block of Osprey Lane were drawn from their homes by the disturbance, only to find a harrowing scene. Nineteen-year-old Anysha Mott, a resident of Victorville, was found lying in the street, suffering from several gunshot wounds.
The San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department was immediately alerted to reports of an assault with a deadly weapon.
Upon their arrival, deputies discovered Anysha Mott in the roadway and promptly began to administer life-saving measures until paramedics could take over. She was quickly transported to a local hospital for emergency treatment, but despite the efforts of first responders and medical personnel, Anysha succumbed to her injuries and was pronounced deceased. The news of her violent and untimely death sent shockwaves through her family and the wider community, who remember her as a loving, kind, and compassionate young woman with a bright future ahead of her. Friends and family recalled her beautiful smile that could light up any room and her deep love for her family, children, and animals. In the wake of the tragedy, her family established a GoFundMe campaign to help with unexpected expenses.
Detectives with the Sheriff's Specialized Investigations Division – Homicide Detail have taken charge of the case, launching a full investigation into the fatal shooting. Investigators spent hours at the scene on Osprey Lane, which was closed off along with several surrounding streets, as they collected evidence and interviewed potential witnesses. Authorities have determined that the suspect, or suspects, fled the scene in a vehicle before deputies arrived. As of now, no arrests have been announced, and no description of any suspects or the vehicle has been released to the public. The investigation remains active and ongoing as law enforcement continues to follow up on leads and gather information. The authorities are urging anyone with information about the shooting to come forward and contact the Sheriff's Homicide Detail, with the option to remain anonymous through We-Tip. The case currently stands as an unsolved homicide, leaving a community in mourning and a family searching for justice for the sudden and violent loss of a young life.
