Armed Man Threatens Deputies in San Bernardino County: Christopher Ochoa Arrested

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A 35-year-old man armed with a handgun and an axe was arrested after threatening deputies during a home invasion robbery in San Bernardino County. The incident took place on March 30 in the 17100 block of Gray Pine Place. The suspect, Christopher Ochoa, was armed with both a gun and an axe and did not comply with commands from deputies. A lethal force encounter occurred, but Ochoa was not struck by gunfire. He was taken into custody, treated for injuries, and booked on charges of assault with a deadly weapon and attempted home invasion robbery. The investigation is ongoing, and anyone with information is urged to contact the authorities.

The Incident in San Bernardino County

In a shocking turn of events, a 35-year-old man armed with a handgun and an axe was arrested after threatening deputies during an alleged home invasion robbery in San Bernardino County. The incident took place on March 30 in the 17100 block of Gray Pine Place in Fontana, California.

The Arrest of Christopher Ochoa

Authorities responded to reports of a “man with a gun” at the residence on Gray Pine Place. Upon arrival, deputies encountered Christopher Ochoa, a Rialto resident, who was knocking on the front door while armed with both a gun and an axe. Ochoa did not comply with commands and raised the axe in a threatening manner towards a deputy, leading to a lethal force encounter.

Outcome of the Encounter

Although Ochoa was not struck by gunfire, he was taken into custody and transported to a nearby hospital for treatment of unspecified injuries. After being medically cleared, Ochoa was booked at the West Valley Detention Center on charges of assault with a deadly weapon on a peace officer and attempted home invasion robbery, in addition to an outstanding traffic warrant. He remains in custody on $125,000 bail.

Investigation and Call for Information

Following the use of lethal force, the sheriff’s specialized investigations division has taken over the case. The investigation is ongoing, and anyone with information about the incident is urged to contact SBSD’s Specialized Investigations Division at 909-890-4904. Those wishing to remain anonymous can use the WeTip Hotline at 800-782-7463 or submit a tip online at WeTip.

Stay tuned for further updates as the investigation unfolds.

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