Possible Gang-Related Shooting in Quiet Orange County Community Leads to Multi-City Pursuit, 4 Arrests
Shooting in San Clemente, Pursuit Through Orange and Los Angeles Counties
A shooting that police believe was gang-related led to a multi-city pursuit and four suspects being arrested in a quaint Orange County community overnight.
Initial Response and Investigation
According to the Orange County Sheriff’s Department, deputies were dispatched to the area of Calle Campana and Calle Canasta – a residential neighborhood located off Camino De Los Mares near the 5 Freeway in San Clemente – around 12:45 a.m. Sunday on a call surrounding possible gunshots.
While patrol units were checking the area, deputies located shell casings and other evidence of a possible shooting. Shortly after, deputies discovered the crime scene, and a vehicle possibly related to it was located in the City of Dana Point.
Pursuit in Los Angeles County and Arrests
Deputies attempted to pull the vehicle over, but the driver failed to stop, and a pursuit was initiated. However, they eventually yielded in San Juan Capistrano. Two subjects quickly exited the vehicle and ran from deputies, one of whom was seen running with a handgun in his possession. Both were caught and detained pending additional investigation.
After the foot pursuit concluded, a safety sweep of the area was conducted, and two handguns as well as several rounds of ammunition were located. At the original crime scene in San Clemente, deputies conducted safety sweeps of the immediate and surrounding areas but were unable to locate any victims of this incident.
Additional Suspects and Investigation
An additional two suspects remained within the vehicle and were also detained, officials further elaborated. It was not clear whether any will be formally charged.
The investigation into the shooting, which is believed to be gang-related, is being handled by OCSD’s Gang Enforcement Team and the O.C. Crime Lab. Officials noted that it does not appear there is any additional danger to the public in regard to the incident.
Conclusion
The pursuit involved multiple law enforcement agencies from Orange and Los Angeles counties, resulting in the arrest of four suspects in connection with the shooting. The investigation is ongoing, and officials are working to determine the motive behind the shooting and whether it is gang-related.
FAQs
* What was the location of the shooting?
The shooting occurred in the area of Calle Campana and Calle Canasta in San Clemente, Orange County.
* How many suspects were arrested?
Four suspects were arrested in connection with the shooting.
* Is the public in danger?
Officials do not believe there is any additional danger to the public in regard to the incident.
* What is the motive behind the shooting?
The investigation is ongoing, but officials believe the shooting is gang-related.
