Ontario Police respond to an assault on the SR60 freeway.
On Wednesday, July 28, 2021, at 5:01 P.M. Ontario Police received multiple calls regarding a fight involving several individuals on the eastbound SR60, east of Vineyard Avenue. When officers arrived on scene, they contacted the parties involved. The initial altercation transpired as a result of a traffic collision. The victim sustained moderate injuries from the assault and was transported to a local hospital for treatment.
While officers were trying to conduct their investigation, three of the individuals became verbally and physically combative towards the officers. A use of force occurred in order to gain control of the situation. During the altercation an officer sustained moderate injuries and was transported to a local hospital. The three individuals were placed under arrest, two juveniles were transported to San Bernardino County Juvenile Hall and the adult was transported to West Valley Detention Center.
As standard protocol Ontario Police Department will conduct a use of force review for the incident.
Anyone with information about the incident is asked to contact the Ontario Police Department at 909-986-6711. Information can also be reported anonymously by calling WE-TIP at (800) 78-CRIME or online at www.wetip.com.