Accident – Death – Obituary News : : 1. Bonsall deputy-involved shooting suspect
2. Suspect identification in Bonsall shooting
A suspect was shot and arrested in Fallbrook, California, leading to the temporary closure of parts of state Route 76 in North County. San Diego Sheriff’s deputies responded to reports of an armed man along SR-76 in the Bonsall area. The suspect, identified as Patrick Wendell Lowell, was wielding a knife and what appeared to be a handgun. Despite orders to drop the weapons, the suspect refused, prompting deputies to discharge their firearms. Lowell, a 66-year-old man from Escondido, sustained non-life-threatening injuries and faces charges of assault and an outstanding felony warrant. The San Diego Police Homicide Unit is investigating the incident. Contact the Homicide Unit or Crime Stoppers with any relevant information.
Fallbrook Suspect Shot and Arrested on State Route 76
Over the weekend, a dramatic scene unfolded on State Route 76 in North County, California. Authorities responded to reports of an armed man in the Bonsall area, leading to a temporary closure of parts of the highway. The suspect, identified as Patrick Wendell Lowell, was shot and arrested by San Diego Sheriff’s deputies.
Details of the Incident
The incident took place around 11:30 a.m. near the intersection of Mission Road and Via Montellano. Deputies confronted Lowell, who was wielding a knife in one hand and what appeared to be a Glock-style handgun in the other. Despite commands to drop the weapons, Lowell refused to comply, prompting the deputies to open fire.
Both deputies discharged their firearms, hitting Lowell in the legs and lower body. They quickly subdued him and provided immediate first aid until paramedics arrived on the scene. The 66-year-old suspect, a resident of Escondido, was then transported to a local hospital for treatment of non-life-threatening injuries.
Legal Ramifications
Lowell now faces charges of assault, along with an outstanding felony warrant. The deputies involved in the shooting are patrol officers from the Vista Patrol Station. The San Diego Police Homicide Unit has taken over the investigation to determine the circumstances surrounding the incident.
Appeal for Information
Authorities are urging anyone with relevant information about the case to contact the Homicide Unit at (619) 531-2293 or Crime Stoppers at (888) 580-8477. The investigation is ongoing, and any details provided by witnesses or individuals with knowledge of the event could prove crucial in piecing together the events that led to the shooting.
Conclusion
The shooting and arrest of Patrick Wendell Lowell on State Route 76 have raised questions about the use of force by law enforcement officers. As the investigation continues, the community awaits further updates on the case and the legal proceedings that will follow. Stay tuned for more information as the story unfolds.