Memorial Held for Deputy Andrew Nunez Killed in Rancho Cucamonga Shooting

Tragic Loss of Deputy Andrew Nunez

• 💔 A 28-year-old deputy, Andrew Nunez, was shot and killed while responding to a domestic violence call in Rancho Cucamonga.
• 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 He was a married father of a 2-year-old daughter, and his wife was pregnant with their second child.
• 🕯️ A makeshift memorial has been set up with flowers and lit candles, honoring the fallen deputy.

The Incident and Suspect Apprehension

• 🚨 The incident began around 12:30 PM when Deputy Nunez responded to a report of an unarmed man threatening his girlfriend.
• 💥 The suspect opened fire on responding deputies, striking Deputy Nunez in the head.
• 🏍️ The suspect fled the scene on a motorcycle, leading law enforcement on a high-speed chase on the 210 Freeway, reaching speeds close to 200 mph.
• 🚗 The chase concluded in Upland when a black sedan swerved into the motorcycle, causing the suspect to flip and land on the pavement.
• 👮 An off-duty deputy was driving the sedan and conducted a legal intervention that ended the pursuit.

Community Response and Support

• 😔 Residents expressed heartbreak and offered sincere condolences to the Sheriff's Department and the deputy's family.
• 🤝 The community is coming together, with many people praying for Officer Nunez and his family.
• 🙏 There is a strong sense of respect for law enforcement, and deep sorrow for everyone affected by this tragedy.

Deputy Nunez's Service

• 🎖️ Deputy Andrew Nunez was a six-year veteran of the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department.
• 💔 His death has left the department in mourning.