Southern California Fugitive Accused of Beating Elderly Man to Death

Suspect Identified as Ronalee Barrett Stanberry, 37

Ronalee Barrett Stanberry, 37, is the suspect accused of beating an elderly man to death with a baseball bat in San Bernardino County. The victim was only identified as a 79-year-old man.

Assault Occurred at Allstate Insurance on Sierra Avenue

On January 10, police responded to an assault at Allstate Insurance on the 9700 block of Sierra Avenue in Fontana shortly before 9 a.m. According to investigators, Stanberry allegedly attacked the victim with a baseball bat before he was chased off by the victim’s son.

Unprovoked Attack

The unprovoked attack occurred as the victim was opening up his business for the day. The suspect allegedly used a baseball bat in the assault, which was witnessed by the victim’s son.

Fugitive Fled the Scene

Stanberry fled the scene on foot and was last seen heading towards the eastbound 10 Freeway onramp at Sierra Avenue.

Victim’s Condition Deteriorated

The victim was rushed to the hospital where he died from his injuries 11 days later on January 21.

Surveillance Footage Released

The Fontana Police Department released surveillance footage of the suspect fleeing the scene, as well as images of the suspect’s distinctive tattoos.

Described as a Transient

The suspect is described as a transient who often travels by train and has ties to Chino, Los Angeles, and Kern County. His most recent arrest occurred in Bakersfield.

Distinctive Clothing and Tattoos

He was last seen wearing a white with blue pinstripe U.S. Postal Service button-up shirt that was stolen from the victim’s business, along with black pants and black athletic shoes. He has several tattoos on his arms and tattoos above his eyebrows with the words "Active" and "Whiteboy."

Justice for the Victim and His Family

"The Fontana Police Department is committed to bringing justice for the victim and his family," officials said.

Contact Information

Anyone with information on the suspect or details about the case is urged to call Detective Hart at 909-854-8172 or dial 911.

Conclusion

The Fontana Police Department is working tirelessly to bring the suspect to justice and ensure that justice is served for the victim and his family.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What is the name of the suspect accused of beating the elderly man to death?
  Ronalee Barrett Stanberry, 37
• What was the location of the assault?
  Allstate Insurance on the 9700 block of Sierra Avenue in Fontana
• What was the victim’s condition after being attacked?
  The victim died 11 days later from his injuries
• What is the suspect’s description?
  The suspect is described as a transient who often travels by train and has ties to Chino, Los Angeles, and Kern County. He was last seen wearing a white with blue pinstripe U.S. Postal Service button-up shirt that was stolen from the victim’s business, along with black pants and black athletic shoes. He has several tattoos on his arms and tattoos above his eyebrows with the words "Active" and "Whiteboy."