Rancho Cucamonga Man Arrested, Suspected in Fatal Long Beach Shooting in December
Arrest Made in December Shooting
An 18-year-old man suspected of fatally shooting another man in Long Beach was taken into custody Thursday. Officers responded to the 900 block of Via Camelitos at around 1:15 p.m. on December 10 to reports regarding shots fired, according to the Long Beach Police Department. The victim, later identified as 32-year-old Dwayne Walton of Los Angeles, was pronounced dead at the scene.
Investigation and Arrest
Homicide detectives identified the suspect as Mario Amarion Jennings of Rancho Cucamonga and, with the assistance of Special Investigations and San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department SWAT personnel, arrested him Thursday in Rancho Cucamonga. Jennings was booked into the Long Beach City Jail, where he was being held in lieu of $3 million bail.
Motive Under Investigation
The motive for the shooting remained under investigation. Anyone with information regarding the shooting was urged to contact LBPD Homicide detectives Eric Thai or Chasen Contreras at 562-570-7244. Tipsters who prefer to remain anonymous can call Crime Stoppers at 800-222-8477 or visit lacrimestoppers.org.
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Conclusion
The arrest of Mario Amarion Jennings brings a sense of closure to the family and friends of Dwayne Walton, who lost his life in the shooting. The motive behind the shooting is still under investigation, and it is unclear what led to the tragic event. As the investigation continues, it is hoped that justice will be served and those responsible will be held accountable.
FAQs
* Who was arrested in connection with the fatal shooting in Long Beach?
Mario Amarion Jennings, an 18-year-old man from Rancho Cucamonga.
* What was the motive behind the shooting?
The motive is still under investigation.
* How can I report information about the shooting?
You can contact LBPD Homicide detectives Eric Thai or Chasen Contreras at 562-570-7244 or Crime Stoppers at 800-222-8477 or visit lacrimestoppers.org.
