On May 23, 2023, at approximately 6:19 p.m., 18-year-old Cesar Pineda of Redlands, California, was fatally shot in the 26300 block of 9th Street in Highland. Upon arrival, deputies from the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department found Pineda suffering from a gunshot wound. Despite life-saving measures, he was pronounced dead at the scene.
As of now, no arrests have been made, and the suspect remains unidentified. The investigation is ongoing, with authorities actively seeking information from the public to aid in solving this case.
Community members have expressed deep concern over the violence, emphasizing the need for increased safety measures and cooperation with law enforcement to prevent such tragedies in the future.
Anyone with information regarding this incident is urged to contact Deputy Charles Lopez at the Specialized Investigations Division at (909) 890-4904. Callers wishing to remain anonymous can contact We-Tip at 800-78CRIME or visit www.wetip.com.
