(VVNG.com) – A single-vehicle rollover on westbound Interstate 40 at approximately 7:46 AM when a Dodge Ram truck overturned in the westbound lanes near Mile Marker 40 according to California Highway Patrol (CHP) incident logs Emergency responders from San Bernardino County Fire initially confirming three deaths and one critically injured individual fire officials reported that Desert Ambulance confirmed the fourth fatality bringing the total number of deceased to four who was initially slated to be airlifted by Mercy Air 66 eliminating the need for the helicopter transport Firefighters reported the accident involved a single-vehicle rollover with one person ejected and a second partially ejected The westbound lanes of I-40 are expected to remain shut down for several hours to allow for the investigation and recovery efforts CHP is continuing to investigate the cause of the crash and the identities of the victims have not yet been released Motorists are advised to avoid the area as cleanup and the ongoing investigation continue 📢 Stay connected with the High Desert’s largest news community 🔗 For more local news, visit VVNG.com Related Article: Update: One Adult, Three Juveniles Killed in Solo-Vehicle Rollover Crash on I-40 we’re dedicated to keeping the Victor Valley informed with essential Our newsroom works tirelessly to bring you the latest stories that matter—news that fosters awareness If you value our reporting and want to see it continue local news accessible to everyone—because an informed community is a stronger community were killed in a pickup truck crash along the 40 Freeway near Newberry Springs early Sunday The deadly solo-vehicle wreck took place about 7:45 a.m according to California Highway Patrol Officer Shane Hernandez At least one person was partially ejected from the vehicle "There are four confirmed fatalities," Hernandez said " Two of the fatalities are believed to be juveniles." No further details were available as the investigation remained in its early stages More: Man carjacked and held hostage in Barstow, two suspects jailed can reach the CHP's Barstow Office at (760) 255-5900 (This story will be updated as additional details become available.) Love is in the air with Valentine’s Day around the corner and so is a career opportunity with the Postal Service USPS is hosting a hiring fair in Barstow on Thursday to help potential candidates complete their postal hiring profiles and applications The Postal Service is also proud to provide great career opportunities for veterans Join a diverse team with a variety of positions and advancement to maximize your skills and interests DRIVING REQUIRED: Applicants must have a valid state driver’s license and at least two years of unsupervised experience driving passenger cars or larger The driving must have taken place in the U.S or its possessions or territories or in U.S USPS personnel will be on-site to provide detailed information about the positions and help potential candidates through the application process step-by-step or tablet with a hotspot to receive assistance in applying for postal employment Starting pay starts at $19.33 depending on the position Applications are also accepted online at www.usps.com/careers so check back frequently for additional opportunities Accepting a position with the United States Postal Service is the first step to starting a long forward-thinking organization committed to delivering for the American people The United States Postal Service is an equal opportunity employer offering a fast-paced rewarding work environment with competitive compensation packages The United States Postal Service is an independent federal establishment, mandated to be self-financing and to serve every American community through the affordable, reliable and secure delivery of mail and packages to 169 million addresses six and often seven days a week. Overseen by a bipartisan Board of Governors, the Postal Service is implementing a 10-year transformation plan, Delivering for America restore long-term financial sustainability dramatically improve service across all mail and shipping categories and maintain the organization as one of America’s most valued and trusted brands The Postal Service generally receives no tax dollars for operating expenses and relies on the sale of postage products and services to fund its operations Copyright© 2025 United States Postal Service Imagine living in a city that has changed its name four times throughout history and celebrates Halloween twice a year Located in the Mojave Desert at a junction of pioneer trails lies the city of Barstow a major transportation corridor and historic landmark on Route 66 Barstow has gone through several name changes named for the local wild grapes that grew in the small oasis of willows and cottonwoods it was known as Camp Sugarloaf when the U.S Army set up camp to protect the increase flow of miners and travelers this region was known as Waterman Junction after Robert W Waterman filed two of the biggest silver mine claims in Barstow which turned out to be some of the largest in California history Topeka & Santa Fe Railroad named their depot after their president when it was requested that their post office be named Barstow.  but Barstow continued to grow due to the railroad depot and the Harvey House chain of restaurants the railroad rebuilt the depot in a blending of the Spanish Renaissance and Classical Revival architecture styles designed by Francis W The historic structure called the Casa del Desierto is considered the finest remaining depot-hotel in California the city began a tradition that led to celebrating Halloween twice a year The local Kiwanis club hosted an annual parade followed by a dance to entertain and help raise funds for children locally The event came to be known as the Barstow Mardi Gras Halloween Parade held on Oct 31 with trick-or-treating scheduled on Oct Each parade is organized around a theme with floats from neighboring cities and a grand marshal and the grand marshal was former President Ronald Reagan To this day, Barstow continues to hold the annual parade, but it now occurs the weekend before Halloween. To learn more about Barstow’s history, please visit the city’s website The information in this historical feature was originally part of a video series produced by the Assessor-Recorder-County Clerk’s office and County Archives managed by Assessor-Recorder-County Clerk Chris Wilhite Additional County Update News – December 12 Learn how to describe the purpose of the image (opens in a new tab) Leave empty if the image is purely decorative At least two attackers carjacked a Barstow man held him hostage and forced him to sign over the title to his car before he managed to escape appeared in San Bernardino County Superior Court on Thursday and denied criminal charges with the potential to carry multiple life sentences in prison kidnapping for ransom and battery causing serious bodily injury The men are also accused of sentence-enhancing special allegations of causing great bodily injury and Jackson faces additional allegations related to prior felony convictions Authorities learned of the crimes shortly after 3 a.m after the the victim managed to escape and seek help according to the Barstow Police Department told police the attack took place in the 1300 block of Carmen Drive "The victim reported that he was removed from his vehicle at gun point and was brutally assaulted by several subjects," police said in a written statement "The victim reported he was then forcibly taken into a residence and was forced to sign over the title to his vehicle." the man was able to escape his captors and call for help Investigators served a search warrant for the home where the crimes took place They "obtained additional evidence to corroborate the victim’s statement which included evidence that the victim was tied up and assaulted," the police statement said Beasley was taken into custody on the night of Monday according to San Bernardino County booking records It was not clear whether any additional suspects remained at large Both suspects were scheduled to appear for preliminary hearings on May 13 More: Man wounded in Lucerne Valley shooting Anyone with information was urged to contact Barstow police Detective Bryce Carson at (760) 255-5183, or by email at bcarson@barstowca.org. Tips may also be provided anonymously to the We-Tip hotline at (800) 782-7463. (VVNG.com) — Two people have been arrested in connection to a violent incident where a man was kidnapped and forced to sign over the title of his vehicle according to a written statement released by the Barstow Police Department The incident began at approximately 3:04 a.m when the Barstow Police Dispatch Center received a call for service in the 1300 block of East Main Street regarding a battery Officers responded and located a 28-year-old male victim who was suffering from severe injuries the assault occurred at a residence on the 1300 block of Carmen Drive He told officers that he was forcibly removed from his vehicle at gunpoint physically assaulted by multiple individuals and then taken into a residence where he was tied to a chair for an extended period of time the suspects allegedly threatened the victim and forced him to sign over the title to his vehicle The victim later managed to escape and contacted police He was transported to Barstow Community Hospital for treatment The department’s Detective Bureau assumed the investigation and authored a search warrant for the location of the alleged crime “Detective Carson obtained additional evidence to corroborate the victim’s statement which included evidence that the victim was tied up and assaulted,” officials said in the statement detectives arrested 41-year-old Jamal Beasley and 35-year-old Quadrea Jackson The suspects were booked at the High Desert Detention Center in Adelanto on multiple felony charges kidnapping during the commission of a carjacking (PC 209.5(a)) and assault with great bodily injury (PC 243(d)) Anyone with information is urged to contact Detective Bryce Carson at (760) 255-5183 or via email at bcarson@barstowca.org. Anonymous tips can be submitted through the We-Tip hotline at 1-800-78-CRIME or online at www.wetip.com (VVNG.com) — A man accused of pointing a handgun at another driver during a road-rage incident was arrested Wednesday evening and a search of the associated residence led to the discovery of a significant amount of PCP According to a written statement from the Barstow Police Department when dispatch received a call about a suspect brandishing a firearm near the intersection of Montara Road and East Main Street The victim told police he was being followed by a white SUV for unknown reasons While stopped at a red light on the 100 block of Montara Road the SUV’s front passenger allegedly exited the vehicle The victim was able to photograph both the suspect and the SUV’s license plate before fleeing the area Barstow officers located the SUV parked at a residence in the 700 block of Arbor Way Officers detained the occupants and secured a search warrant for the property Police identified 46-year-old Barstow resident Joseph Brady as the person who allegedly brandished the firearm officers conducted a search of the home and found a large quantity of phencyclidine (PCP) The drugs were determined to belong to the homeowner Brady was arrested and booked into the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department Jail in Barstow on charges of PC 245(a)(2) – Assault with a Firearm and PC 29800(a)(1) – Felon in Possession of a Firearm Tyler was arrested and booked into the Adelanto jail for H&S 11378.5 – Possession of PCP for Sales Anyone with information about the case is urged to contact Officer Gavin Riley at (760) 256-2211 or via email at griley@barstowca.org. Anonymous tips can be submitted through the WE-TIP hotline at 1-800-78-CRIME or online at www.wetip.com Barstow law enforcement officials and firefighters are inviting the community to join them for a public safety fair and kids' bike rodeo this weekend the Barstow Fire Protection District and the California Highway Patrol's Barstow Office Police and fire department demonstrations are planned hosting a bicycle rodeo," according to a CHP statement "We're inviting all of our little pals to stop by and learn about bicycle safety show off their riding skills through our course You might even get the chance to win a brand new bike!" More: Hesperia search warrant yields cache of guns and drugs, stolen Jeep More information is available by contacting Barstow police Cpl Coroner's officials have released the identity of a 14-year-old Barstow boy who was found fatally shot in a flood control channel in Adelanto last week The body of Jayce Williams was discovered shortly after 6 p.m alongside the body of 35-year-old Michael Williams of Barstow in a wash near the intersection of Pershing Drive and Montrose Way according to San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department and coroner's officials Autopsies have since determined the deaths of both the father and the son to have been suicides Further details regarding the circumstances of the shootings were not available Any with information was encouraged to call the Sheriff's Specialized Investigations Division at (909) 890-4904. Information may also be provided anonymously to the We-Tip hotline at (800) 782-7463 More: Barstow man, teenage son found shot to death in Adelanto Anyone struggling and in need of help can reach the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline by calling 988 (VVNG.com) — A plan to build the world’s largest intermodal rail facility on the westside of Barstow is gaining momentum with BNSF Railway officials confirming new growth projections and a construction timeline targeting late 2026 “Something I’m really proud of—it [will be] the largest intermodal facility in the entire world I think it’s transformative in the way we move goods across this country,” said Lena Kent you have trucks and containers moving all over the Inland Empire the warehouses scattered—it’s a lot of inefficient highway movement This allows us to do it in a much more environmentally friendly way and absolutely take a lot of that constraint off our local highways.” The $1.5 billion project will span over 4,800 acres between Lenwood and Hinkley creating the first fully integrated rail yard “BIG is really a state-of-the-art masterplan facility by a Class 1 railroad,” said BNSF CEO Katie Farmer the largest facility in North America—twice as large as what exists today “It will also have something unique in the industry which is new distribution center warehouse capacity inside of the gate That will allow us to have private streets BNSF officials said Barstow was always seen as a natural expansion point citing the city’s strong relationship with the railway its central location along BNSF’s main transcontinental route and the availability of land for large-scale development goods will be offloaded using hybrid-electric cranes and transported by battery-electric trucks within the facility before being loaded into domestic containers for shipment nationwide Lena Kent emphasized BNSF’s commitment to rail as the backbone of the project explaining that containers will move primarily by rail from the ports to Barstow to reduce highway congestion and improve efficiency The project was originally announced in October 2022 but faced serious regulatory headwinds in 2023 when the California Air Resources Board proposed new locomotive mandates requiring $800 million annually in compliance costs After more than 30,000 public comments were submitted in opposition—many from High Desert residents—the rules were withdrawn BNSF continues to test battery-electric locomotives and invest in green freight solutions including a pilot program between Stockton and Barstow City planners say the Barstow International Gateway could be the engine that drives the city’s transformation over the next two decades Households: 9,000 to 15,000Residents: 25,000 to 44,000Jobs: 14,000 to 25,000 Note: Projections do not include unincorporated Barstow BNSF estimates the project will generate roughly 20,000 direct and indirect jobs the city’s growth projection chart shows a smaller net increase—from 14,000 to 25,000 jobs by 2048 The difference likely reflects a combination of conservative city forecasting and the regional impact of the project beyond Barstow’s city limits shared a long-term land-use strategy that includes: “We want to make all of Barstow better,” Drukker said following a presentation on how the city’s future growth should support existing neighborhoods and amenities The draft Environmental Impact Report (EIR) is expected to be released by late 2025 with construction potentially starting as early as late 2026 Also speaking at the town hall was Adam Loris who emphasized the project’s potential to improve healthcare access through job creation and local investment Closing remarks were delivered by Mayor Timothy R who thanked the community for their involvement “I have a t-shirt that says ‘optimistic,’ so I’m always going to try to be optimistic that we will get that vote of approval for the project,” Kent said and hopefully that will happen at the end of 2026 I will tell you—we would love to start construction this year if we were able to.” VVNG.com first reported on the Barstow International Gateway in 2022 This latest update reflects the project’s continued momentum toward reshaping Barstow’s economy and infrastructure for decades to come Taco Tuesday came one day early in Barstow as residents welcomed Fuzzy's Taco Shop to California The community gathered on Monday to attend the grand opening celebration of Fuzzy’s Taco Shop at 1523 East Main Street near Interstate 15 in Barstow Fuzzy’s Taco Shop is known as a fast-casual restaurant brand that serves up signature tacos "uniquely built" with garlic aioli and feta cheese Other menu items include a variety of fresh-made options like all-day breakfast favorites ice-cold schooners of beer and other "craveable" drinks City of Barstow officials attended the event along with representatives from Rep Rosilicie Ochoa Bogh and the Barstow Chamber of Commerce Fuzzy’s Taco Shop gave away free tacos for a year and a T-shirt to the first 50 guests in line Fuzzy’s Taco Shop is owned and operated by the Soleimani Group an experienced multi-unit franchisee group with over 30 IHOP locations The Barstow restaurant is positioned on a high-traffic highway that serves as a gateway for travelers heading to Los Angeles “Fuzzy’s Taco Shop has built a passionate following across the country and we’re confident that Californians will embrace our bold flavors and great vibes,” Fuzzy’s Taco Shop President Patrick Kirk said Barstow offers the perfect place to take a break on a road trip It’s a great first step to introduce our brand to the West Coast and marks a big milestone for Fuzzy’s.” President and CEO of the Soleimani Group Sam Soleimani said “We are thrilled to introduce Fuzzy’s Taco Shop to California Barstow is a dynamic market with a constant flow of travelers and a strong local community We believe Fuzzy’s fresh flavors and relaxed atmosphere will resonate here and we look forward to growing the brand in this region.” lunch and dinner seven days a week from 7 a.m Fuzzy’s Taco Shop operates 117 restaurants across 15 states as of December 2024 Fuzzy’s Taco Shop is franchised by affiliates of Pasadena-based Dine Brands Global, Inc. To find your local Fuzzy’s Taco Shop, visit Fuzzystacoshop.com/locations For more information visit fuzzystacoshop.com Daily Press reporter Rene Ray De La Cruz may be reached at RDeLaCruz@VVDailyPress.com (VVNG.com) — A traffic collision involving a rollover caused major delays along the northbound I-15 freeway near mile marker 72 The crash was reported at around 12:34 p.m According to the California Highway Patrol incident logs a vehicle traveling southbound reportedly overturned into the northbound fast lane The collision forced authorities to reduce northbound traffic to a single lane Emergency crews from Barstow Fire and Baker Ambulance were dispatched to the scene and at least one person was treated for injuries The extent of those injuries was not immediately available A reporting party told dispatchers their vehicle had been struck by the SUV Victor Valley Towing responded to the scene for vehicle recovery Crews also worked to clear debris from the nearby Highway 58 on-ramp to I-15 South The cause of the rollover remains under investigation by the California Highway Patrol Gov. Gavin Newsom recently announced several state office appointments, including a new administrator for the Veterans Home of California in Barstow.  Robert Jenkins of Victorville was appointed administrator of the Barstow facility affiliated with the California Department of Veterans Affairs Jenkins has been acting administrator of the Barstow home since 2024 including staff services manager II and health and safety officer His other previous experience roles include: The veterans home took to Facebook to share a quote from Jenkins "I'm deeply honored and grateful to be recognized for this position I am committed to upholding the values we cherish and working diligently with our great Barstow Team to achieve our shared goals," he stated "My vision is to further enhance collaboration with residents and the community and stakeholders to achieve our shared goals To view the other state appointees, visit gov.ca.gov 2025 — Walmart is reaffirming its commitment to California communities with a significant investment into store upgrades and local engagement—starting with 57 store remodels statewide this year including the Barstow Supercenter at 301 Montara Road the retail giant is working to reimagine the in-store shopping experience while empowering employees and supporting local neighborhoods “Our stores often serve as the heartbeat of the communities we operate in and these remodels are a testament to our dedication to enhancing that role,” said Jay Cordray Walmart’s Senior Vice President of West U.S “By investing in our stores and associates we are not only improving the shopping experience but also reinforcing our commitment to being a vital part of the community’s fabric helping to build a brighter future for all.” The Barstow location is part of a long-term revitalization strategy and product selection for Walmart’s growing customer base in the High Desert 11 stores in the Greater Los Angeles Area—including Barstow—are slated for upgrades this year: Note: Remodels are subject to construction timelines and other operational considerations With more than 104,500 employees statewide Walmart continues to invest in its workforce: “Whether coming for a job or staying for a career associates have opportunities to build skills grow earnings and thrive personally and professionally,” said the press release Walmart also noted that 75% of its frontline managers began their careers as hourly associates and the Walmart Foundation contributed to California communities in 2024 and 2025 by: This investment marks a continued commitment to Barstow and other California cities blending upgraded retail experiences with deeper social and economic support for the communities Walmart serves 🔗 For more local news, visit VVNG.com. 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(VVNG.com) — A Barstow man was arrested Wednesday after allegedly sexually assaulting a woman inside her apartment the Barstow Police Dispatch Center received a 911 text from a sexual assault victim requesting immediate assistance Officers responded to the 100 block of East Grace Street where they contacted a 20-year-old female victim the woman reported she had recently rented an apartment on East Grace Street from 39-year-old Kenneth Morrow The victim told officers that Morrow sexually assaulted her inside the apartment while she was sleeping Detectives from the Barstow Police Department’s Detective Bureau assumed the investigation Detective Bryce Carson obtained evidence corroborating the victim’s account Kenneth Morrow was arrested and booked at the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department’s High Desert Detention Center in Adelanto He is facing charges of rape by force or fear under PC 261(a)(2) Anyone with information related to this investigation is urged to contact Detective Bryce Carson at (760) 256-2211 or via email at bcarson@barstowca.org. Those wishing to remain anonymous may call the WE-TIP hotline at 1-800-78-CRIME (27469) or submit information online at www.wetip.com A Barstow man and his 14-year-old son were found shot to death in a drainage wash in Adelanto on Thursday The grisly discovery was made about 6:15 p.m. when deputies were summoned to investigate a report of a "man down" in a drainage wash alongside the intersection of Pershing Drive and Montrose Way according to the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department "When they arrived, they located two deceased males with gunshot wounds, and a firearm was located at the scene," the agency said in an written statement The people were identified as Michael Williams The child's identity was not yet released pending notification of family Coroner's investigators subsequently determined that Williams died by suicide The boy's manner of death remained under investigation More: Four children, one adult killed in Kern County house fire Any with information was encouraged to contact the Sheriff's Specialized Investigations Division at (909) 890-4904. Information may also be provided anonymously to the We-Tip hotline at (800) 782-7463. If you or someone you know is struggling and in need of help call the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. (VVNG.com) — An 81-year-old Vietnam War veteran and his daughter lost their longtime Barstow home to a fire earlier this week and family members are now asking the community for support during the difficult recovery process a retired United States Marine Corps veteran when they heard a loud pop near the kitchen door around 11:00 a.m John noticed flames outside the home and attempted to extinguish the fire the flames quickly intensified and became uncontrollable The Barstow Fire Department responded to the scene were able to escape safely without injuries has been a part of the Crain family’s life since 1983 returned to the United States from Okinawa authorities have deemed the main structure unsafe to enter Preliminary information from fire officials suggests the fire may have been caused by an electrical short with the loud noise possibly resulting from an overheated propane tank explosion on a barbecue grill the family was uninsured at the time of the fire John’s homeowner’s insurance policy with State Farm was canceled on February 28 after the company notified him of a significant premium increase John had been exploring alternative insurance options while simultaneously preparing to sell the home and relocate to Washington State with another daughter John and Sherry are staying with relatives as they await clearance to begin cleanup and determine whether the property can be rebuilt or must be demolished A GoFundMe campaign has been launched by Christina Crain to help the family cover emergency expenses and potential rebuilding costs “We are coming together to maintain a positive outlook and work through this devastating loss,” she said Those wishing to contribute can visit the GoFundMe page titled “Help John Crain Sr. Rebuild After House Fire.” An ex-convict was arrested after police say he assaulted his girlfriend and then threatened a man with a short-barreled assault rifle in Barstow on Wednesday The incident was first reported just after 7 p.m at an apartment complex in the 2000 block of Borrego Drive A caller reported the suspect was "threatening to kill a subject as he brandished a rifle," the Barstow Police Department said in a a written statement The witnesses added that the armed suspect had left the area in a white Audi SUV Officers soon found and stopped the vehicle in the area of Arturo Benavidez Drive and Forane Street identified as 24-year-old Benjamin Satterwhite of Barstow "A short-barrel AR-15-style rifle with loaded high-capacity magazines was located in Satterwhite's vehicle," the statement said "A records check revealed Satterwhite was a convicted felon on probation." Further investigation also revealed that Satterwhite had assaulted his girlfriend just prior to the alleged armed threat He was booked on suspicion of domestic violence being a felon in possession of a firearm and ammunition and violating the terms of felony probation stemming from a prior conviction More: Man arrested in connection with shooting at park in Hesperia He was being held without bail pending legal proceedings The San Bernardino County Public Defender’s Mobile Defense Program will provide mobile court services in Barstow on Wednesday The Mobile Defense Program is designed to provide equitable access to justice for all San Bernardino County residents by offering legal services and remote access to court Services at the event will include record-clearing expungement assistance modifying misdemeanor summary probation and re-enrollment in court-required classes provided by the Public Defender in partnership with the San Bernardino Superior Court aim to help eligible individuals clear their records and create opportunities for a fresh start including the High Desert Black Worker Center Barstow and the Victor Valley Family Resource Center will offer free resources such as food distribution and additional community support services The San Bernardino County Child Support Services and Transitional Assistance Department will also be available to assist with active cases and provide application support for individuals seeking benefits Arrowhead Regional Medical Center’s Mobile Medical Clinic will also be on-site sharing resources and connecting attendees to medical services and support Sign-ups will be accepted on the day of the event pre-registration is strongly encouraged to ensure assistance can be provided For more information or to register, please visit PD.SBCounty.gov/Events for event details, and stay updated on upcoming Mobile Defense Program events by following the Public Defender’s Office on Facebook, X, and Instagram Additional County Update News – November 21 Learn how to describe the purpose of the image (opens in a new tab). 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(VVNG.com) — A crash on National Trails Highway near Ponnay Street resulted in the death of a 4-year-old girl on April 5 According to California Highway Patrol (CHP) Officer Shane Sandoval the incident occurred at approximately 8:32 p.m was traveling eastbound on National Trails Highway at an unknown rate of speed All passengers were believed to be properly restrained at the time of the crash veering onto the right shoulder and striking an ascending dirt embankment This caused the vehicle to begin overturning before it came to a stop facing a northwesterly direction Officer Sandoval explained that the driver managed to extricate the six-month-old initially thought to have been killed in the crash regained a pulse while CPR was being performed The child was transported to Barstow Community Hospital but was later pronounced dead from injuries sustained during the crash San Bernardino County coroner’s officials have not yet released her identity All other occupants of the vehicle sustained only minor injuries “Alcohol and drugs are not suspected to be a factor in this collision,” Officer Sandoval said The cause of the collision is still under investigation Anyone with information or who witnessed the crash is urged to contact the CHP’s Barstow Area Office at (760) 255-5900 Related Article: GoFundMe Created for 4-Year-Old Jaelynn Chavira Following Fatal Crash Near Barstow (VVNG.com) — The Barstow Police Department is inviting the community to a free family-friendly event designed to bring residents closer to the people who serve and protect them The Public Safety Fair will take place on Saturday on Mountain View Street between Barstow Road and Second Street Organized by the Barstow Police Department the event promises a hands-on and educational experience for all ages Families attending the fair can expect to see live demonstrations and receive resources designed to support community awareness and emergency preparedness Kids will also have a chance to meet officers The Public Safety Fair is presented in partnership with several agencies and community organizations Barstow City Council recently appointed public servant Rochelle Clayton as the new city manager Clayton enters her new position with more than 10 years of city management experience and more than 30 years of government experience said that the council’s unanimous decision on Feb 18 to appoint Clayton had come after an extensive process Her agreement with the city becomes effective March 10 “It’s exciting to be a part of moving the city forward,” Clayton said “Having grown up riding my bike all over Barstow as a kid it is beyond rewarding to return and lead this community into its next chapter.” Clayton’s educational background includes a bachelor of science in business administration Clayton’s employment agreement includes an annual compensation of $274,000 with a 5% deferment City Attorney Matthew Summers told the council the council began an extensive recruitment for a new city manager The city received a dozen applications for the position Position finalists were interviewed separately by the city council and by a community-representative panel of city residents selected by each council member “Clayton has extensive experience in city leadership financial oversight and strategic planning,” Barstow leaders said she has successfully overseen multimillion-dollar city budgets led major infrastructure and economic development projects In her most recent experience as interim city manager of San Bernardino and spearheaded internal audits and citywide improvements Clayton served as assistant city manager in Menifee in Riverside County playing a key role in establishing a new police department Clayton has notable involvement in her community," city leaders said “Her membership in professional organizations such as the International City/County Management Association and the California Society of Municipal Finance Officers further reflects her commitment to public administration.” she is well-equipped to lead Barstow toward sustainable growth and enhanced public services,” said Barstow Mayor Tim Silva “We are thrilled to have Rochelle take on this important role and help guide our city in the right direction She has proven to be an effective leader throughout her career.”  In January 2024, city officials announced that Public Safety Director Andrew Espinoza, Jr. had been named interim city manager, the Daily Press reported. it was reported that Espinoza had served as chief of the Barstow Police Department for two of his 25 years with the agency Espinoza moved into the position after Willie Hopkins left Barstow to accept the position of Compton city manager Hopkins took over as Barstow’s city manager in September 2021 via “confidential recruitment” by Andersen & Associates, and when 41 people applied for the job, the Daily Press reported. Hopkins’ resume included 11 years as a U.S management gigs at multinational supply-chain companies A police officer shot a dog in Barstow before the wounded animal fled into the desert and was ultimately found by a rescue organization drawing the ire of many in the High Desert community as well as sparking an internal investigation Video footage posted to social media depicts an angry resident confronting the officer immediately following the incident "Why'd you chase that dog so far?" the man is heard saying "Because he was injured," the officer responds the dog survived and escaped into the desert Members of the Las Vegas-based volunteer organization Paws Patrol LV learned of the situation and launched a search for the missing and wounded animal They scoured the desert near Barstow and discovered the dog on Monday It was suffering from a bullet wound to one of its back legs and taken for veterinary treatment which the group called "Mamas," was in need of emergency surgery to remove the badly injured and infected leg The Barstow Police Department confirmed Monday that an investigation had been launched "The Barstow Police Department is aware of the incident involving an officer discharging his firearm at a dog on Saturday, March 15, 2025," the agency said in a written statement "We want to assure the public we take these incidents seriously and have launched an Administrative Internal Affairs investigation into the matter Officials asked anyone with information to contact Barstow Sgt. Matthew Helms at (760) 255-5133, or by email at mhelms@barstowca.org. Information may also be provided anonymously to the We-Tip hotline at (800) 782-7463 Paws Patrol LV brought the dog back to Las Vegas to receive further treatment "We will be in need of a dedicated and experienced foster," the group said via social media. "If you are interested please fill out a foster form on our website!" More: San Bernardino County sheriff's deputy killed in crash during pursuit through Victorville Donations to support the organization's animal rescue efforts can also be made at the Paws Patrol LV website at lovemyrescuebabies.com. (VVNG.com) — A 31-year-old Barstow woman was arrested for sexual assault after a woman reported being attacked inside her apartment According to the Barstow Police Department dispatch received a call for service at Barstow Community Hospital regarding a sexual assault Officers responded to the hospital and contacted a 19-year-old female victim who told police the incident occurred at an apartment complex in the 700 block of East Virginia Way The victim reported that she had allowed the suspect into her apartment to help her escape the cold The Barstow Police Department’s Detective Bureau took over the investigation Detective Hollister gathered additional evidence that corroborated the victim’s statement “Hollister also located a second victim a juvenile who recounted a similar encounter with Sapp approximately one year ago,” stated the Barstow Police Department in a written statement Dominqueca Sapp was arrested and booked into the High Desert Detention Center in Adelanto on charges of PC 289 — Forcible Sexual Penetration Police said the investigation is ongoing as they attempt to identify two additional suspects connected to the case Anyone with information is urged to contact Detective Hollister at the Barstow Police Department by calling (760) 256-2211. Those wishing to remain anonymous can contact We-Tip at 1-800-78-CRIME or www.wetip.com (VVNG.com) — A 24-year-old Barstow man previously convicted of a felony was arrested Wednesday night after allegedly assaulting a woman and threatening to kill another person while armed with an AR-15 style rifle when Barstow Police Dispatch received a call about a Black male adult threatening someone with a rifle at an apartment complex in the 2000 block of Borrego Drive The suspect was reported to have driven off in a white Audi SUV toward Rimrock Road Responding officers located the vehicle near Arturo Benavidez Drive and Forane Street where they conducted a felony traffic stop and detained the driver officers recovered a short-barrel AR-15 style rifle along with several loaded high-capacity magazines A records check confirmed Satterwhite is a convicted felon currently on probation officers learned Satterwhite assaulted his girlfriend Satterwhite threatened to kill a male as he brandished the AR-15 style rifle.” Satterwhite was arrested and booked at the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department’s High Desert Detention Center in Adelanto felon in possession of a firearm (PC 29800(a)(1)) possession of a short-barrel rifle (PC 30605(a)) prohibited person in possession of ammunition (PC 30305(a)(1)) Anyone with information regarding this investigation may contact Officer Donavan Delton at (760) 256-2211 or ddelton@barstowca.org. Those wishing to remain anonymous may also provide information by calling the WE-TIP hotline at 1-800-78-CRIME (27469) or going to www.wetip.com. Police arrested a woman in connection with an alleged sexual assault of another woman in Barstow this week before learning she was also suspected in a similar attack on a child a year earlier Monday at an apartment complex in the 700 block of East Virginia Way according to San Bernardino County jail records She faces a felony charge of sexual penetration against a victim's will by force or duress as well as misdemeanor counts of sexual battery and annoying or molesting a child San Bernardino County Superior Court records show Police were first notified of the alleged attack about 10:15 p.m Monday by staff at Barstow Community Hospital Officers interviewed a 19-year-old woman, who told them that Sapp "had sexually assaulted her after being invited into her apartment to escape the cold," police said in a a written statement Barstow police Detective Andrew Hollister obtained evidence supporting the victim's claim who recounted a similar encounter with Sapp approximately one year ago." Two additional suspects were also being sought in connection with the case Bail for Sapp was set at $125,000 pending an arraignment hearing which was scheduled Thursday in the Victorville branch of San Bernardino County Superior Court More: 21-year-old man killed, driver sought in Piñon Hills hit-and-run Anyone with information was asked to contact Detective Hollister at (760) 256-2211, or by email at ahollister@barstowca.org. Tips may also be submitted anonymously to the We-Tip hotline at (800) 782-7463 (VVNG.com) – A shooting at an apartment complex in Barstow on February 16 led to the death of a suspect shortly after his arrest Barstow police officers responded to a shooting incident at an apartment in the 400 block of North Third Avenue reported gunshots heard from a neighboring apartment officers observed an open front door and conducted a safety sweep of the apartment officers found a 34-year-old Black male in a bedroom holding a handgun Despite repeated commands to drop the weapon After several failed attempts to de-escalate the situation which caused the suspect to release the handgun Additional officers quickly took the suspect into custody and secured the weapon the suspect did not appear to have any visible injuries at the time of his arrest Officers immediately requested medical assistance and paramedics from the Barstow Fire Protection District and Desert Ambulance transported the suspect to Barstow Community Hospital prompting hospital staff to administer CPR the suspect was pronounced deceased at 1:40 p.m No further details about the suspect’s identity are being released at this time The San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department Specialized Investigation Division has since responded to the scene to investigate the in-custody death Barstow Police Department Sergeant Matthew Helms has been assigned to conduct an Administrative Internal Affairs investigation into the incident there have been no reports of additional shooting victims connected to this incident at hospitals in the high desert The investigation remains active and ongoing and no further information will be released at this time Anyone with information regarding this incident is encouraged to contact San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department Detective Candelario Sahagun at (909) 890-4904 or via email at csahagun@sbcsd.org Additionally, information can be provided to Barstow Police Department Sergeant Matthew Helms at (760) 256-2211 or mhelms@barstowca.org Those wishing to remain anonymous can also call the WE-TIP hotline at 1-800-78-CRIME (27469) or visit www.wetip.com (VVNG.com) — A Barstow woman has been arrested after a disturbing case of child abuse was uncovered involving a 3-year-old girl according to a press release from the Barstow Police Department (BPD) when Barstow Police received an alarming call from Barstow Community Hospital staff around 10:53 AM Hospital personnel reported that the child had been brought in unresponsive and not breathing by her stepmother the hospital staff found severe injuries covering the child’s entire body “Barstow Community Hospital personnel successfully resuscitated the child and transferred her to Loma Linda University Medical Center for further treatment due to the severity of her injuries,” BPD officials stated in the release “At Loma Linda University Medical Center hospital staff determined that the child had suffered multiple strokes due to a significant brain bleed which required a portion of her skull to be removed.” Further investigation by forensic pediatricians revealed that the child had suffered both recent and older injuries which were consistent with long-term abuse These findings pointed to the injuries being the result of child abuse over an extended period of time including forensic pediatricians from Loma Linda and the Children’s Assessment Center helped piece together the circumstances surrounding the injuries “Detective Day’s investigation revealed the child’s stepmother was the sole individual responsible for the child’s injuries,” BPD officials confirmed “A warrant was obtained for her arrest.” detectives located and arrested Avila in Victorville at her place of employment She was booked into the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department High Desert Detention Center in Adelanto on charges including child abuse causing paralysis Anyone with information about this case is urged to contact Detective Gemma Day at 760-255-5132 or gday@barstowca.org. Those wishing to remain anonymous can call the WE-TIP hotline at 1-800-78-CRIME (27468) or visit www.wetip.com The Barstow Community College Theatre Arts Department is preparing to present the spring production of “Little Women Organizers said the “Little Women” production starting April 18 at the college’s Performing Arts Center is a heartwarming and powerful adaptation of Louisa May Alcott’s beloved classic novel revolves around the lives of the four March sisters—Meg and Amy—as they navigate the challenges of growing up in a time of hardship brought on by the Civil War making it both a heartwarming and poignant read More: Serrano High’s ‘Little Shop of Horrors’ puts spotlight on ‘dedication and creativity’ The Barstow Community College Performing Art Center is at 2700 Barstow Road in Barstow For ticket information, visit bccpac.ludus.com, or facebook.com/BCCPerformingArtsCenter The Bureau of Land Management announced Wednesday the approval of a noncompetitive sale of public lands in San Bernardino County to Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railway The nearly 30 acres land purchase will be used for the planned $1.5 billion Barstow International Gateway project located less than a mile west of the city the integrated rail facility would transfer goods from international to domestic containers and create roughly 20,000 new jobs while helping to address logistics and supply chain issues The project is also expected to help reduce freeway congestion around the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach The Bureau of Land Management Barstow Field Office identified the public land and difficult for the Bureau of Land Management to provide public access In August 2024, the Bureau of Land Management sought public comment on a proposed land sale to Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railway, the Daily Press reported. The Notice of Realty Action published in the Federal Register on Wednesday 28 began the public comment period until Oct Private land sales are subject to provisions of the Federal Land Policy and Management Act of 1976 and the Bureau of Land Management land sale regulations The decision record, environmental assessment, and related documents are available at the BLM National NEPA Register and the Bureau of Land Management Barstow Field Office The public may contact the office at 760-252-6000 to make visitation arrangements In October 2024, BNSF Railway partnered with the Barstow city officials to provide updates on the Barstow International Gateway project and other initiatives aimed at fostering growth and opportunities in the area, the Daily Press reported.  Interim City Manager Andrew Espinoza outlined the city’s General Plan update while BNSF emphasized the transformative potential of the project Representatives from the offices of Congressman Jay Obernolte and San Bernardino County Supervisor Dawn Rowe along with Colin Drukker of Placeworks and Lena Kent BNSF’s executive director of public affairs discussed how the project aligns with city priorities such as housing expansion They also addressed challenges like new California Air Resources Board regulations with BNSF committed to navigating these obstacles by engaging the community and leveraging insights from other successful projects to secure Barstow’s future Since the earliest inoculations in colonial America there has been controversy surrounding the practice of using disease to provide immunity Saginaw Valley State University will host a lecture on 300 years of vaccine controversy with guest speaker Robert D professor history at the University of Illinois at Chicago The lecture is free and open to the public and Politics: Three Centuries of American Vaccination Controversies,” Johnston will trace attitudes about vaccinations beginning with a 1721 conflict between a Puritan minister and Benjamin Franklin’s brother through the polarizing and bitter divisions over COVID-19 vaccinations During a Q&A session after the lecture Johnston hopes to encourage a respectful and productive conversation Johnston is the director of the teaching of history program and a professor history at the University of Illinois at Chicago from Rutgers University and is an accomplished writer and editor His book “The Radical Middle Class: Populist Democracy and the Question of Capitalism in Progressive Era Portland Oregon” won the President’s Book Award from the Social Science History Association He has edited many journals focusing on the politics of alternative medicine rural politics and the American middle class and he served as co-editor of the “Journal of the Gilded Age and Progressive Era.” Johnston has served on the development committee for the College Board’s advanced placement United States history exam and has authored a textbook for middle and high school students Johnston’s lecture is presented as part of the Barstow Excellence in Teaching Humanities Seminar at SVSU The seminar was established through a gift from the Barstow Foundation and humanitarian causes with emphasis on the greater Midland area UPDATE 4/9 — The San Bernardino County Coroner’s Office identified the deceased driver as a 48-year-old resident of Moreno Valley (VVNG) — A woman was killed following a two-vehicle crash Monday night at the intersection of Old Woman Springs Road and Barstow Road when the Barstow Dispatch Center (BDC) received reports of a traffic collision involving an ambulance responding to a call in the area Officers from the California Highway Patrol (CHP) Victorville Area along with personnel from the San Bernardino County Fire Department responded to the scene and located the involved vehicles: a black Chrysler 200 and a red Freightliner truck pulling a white Stoughton box trailer First responders found a solo female driver inside the Chrysler Her identity has not yet been released by the San Bernardino County Coroner’s Office the Chrysler was traveling eastbound on Old Woman Springs Road at a high rate of speed when it collided with the Freightliner truck Investigators said the Freightliner was traveling northbound on Barstow Road and had entered the intersection after coming to a stop at the stop sign the Chrysler driver failed to stop at the stop sign-controlled intersection and struck the left side of the trailer The investigation remains ongoing and is being handled by the CHP Victorville Area Office Anyone with information is urged to contact Officer H Related Article: Person Killed After Sedan Becomes Trapped Under Semi in Lucerne Valley Two Barstow Police Department officers have been ruled legally justified in the fatal shooting of an armed man three years ago The shooting of Victor Richard Carevic in the area of Monterey Avenue and Armory Road according to the San Bernardino County District Attorney's Office and Barstow police A subsequent encounter with police led to him brandishing a handgun at officers before they shot and killed him according to prosecutors and video recordings of the encounter Carevic left the the vehicle and his girlfriend in the 1000 block of Mirage Drive as he went in search of gas police arrested the woman on suspicion of auto theft and towed to car Officer Steven Rodriguez encountered Carevic when he returned to the area in search of the vehicle More: Barstow police officer fatally shoots man Sunday morning Carevic appeared "fidgety" as the officer spoke with him and continued pulling on something inside his pants pocket Once Rodriguez told Carevic he was being detained due to the stolen car investigation the suspect allegedly pushed a shopping cart at the officer and began running east on Candlelight Street toward Monterey Avenue shouting orders to stop running and stop reaching into his pocket Carevic reached into his pocket and pulled out a small "Approximately one second after pulling the gun from his pocket Carevic turned andpointed the firearm at Officer Rodriguez." The officer fell to the ground as he attempted to step out of the line of fire and unholster his gun "While lying on the ground Officer Rodriguez fired multiple .40 caliber rounds at Mr who keptrunning toward Armory Road," the report stated The officer reported that shots had been fired over the radio and continued chasing Carevic Blood drops later found at the scene indicated Carevic had been struck by the gunfire Anthony Buesa arrived to the scene as Carevic was making his way into a nearby shopping center Carevic run toward the door at the Metro PCS store in the strip mall Carevic turned to look at Corporal Buesa," according to the D.A.'s report Rodriguez fired another two shots at Carevic who fell to the ground but continued clutching his pistol according to officials and video recordings then propped himself up while holding the gun in his right hand," the report said "He started to make a motion toward Corporal Buesa with the gun Carevic." Rodriguez also fired an additional shot "almost simultaneously." The two officers were than able to kick the gun away from the bleeding suspect and take him into custody The officers and paramedics provided medical treatment to Carevic Lengthy criminal historyCarevic had a long criminal history dating back to 2000 according to prosecutors and San Bernardino County Superior Court records More: Barstow woman accused of long-term abuse that left 3-year-old stepdaughter paralyzed Prior convictions included assault by means likely to inflict great bodily injury; battery upon emergency personnel; recklessly evading police; resisting or obstructing police; grand theft; receiving stolen property; unlawful firearm possession; and possession of drugs for sales The D.A.'s report concluded that based on the evidence the use of lethal force by each officer represented "proper exercise of his right of self-defense and defense of others and was therefore (VVNG.com) — Two suspects have been arrested in connection with a shooting investigation while another remains at large and is considered armed and dangerous Barstow Police Officers responded to a shopping center located in the 500 block of East Virginia Way regarding a shooting Officers arrived at the incident location and located several fired cartridge casings on the ground near the entrance of a business within the shopping center a vehicle parked in front of the business sustained one rear broken window due to a gunshot Barstow Police Crime Impact Detectives responded to assist in the investigation Officers and Detectives canvassed the scene and identified the involved parties as 21-year-old La Derrick Jones Detectives later located Carter and Aguilar at a residence in the 3600 block of Jasper Road and arrested them without incident Carter was booked at the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department High Desert Detention Center in Adelanto for PC 664/187(a) – Attempted Murder and PC 29800 (a) – Felon in Possession of a Firearm Aguilar was booked at the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department’s High Desert Detention Center in Adelanto for P.C 32 – Accessory and an unrelated outstanding warrant Detectives obtained an arrest warrant for Jones; however he remains at large and is considered armed and dangerous Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact Detective Steven Rodriguez at (760) 256-2211 or srodriguez@barstowca.org Those wishing to remain anonymous can call We-Tip at 1-800-78-Crime or go to www.wetip.com (VVNG.com) – The iconic Idle Spurs Steakhouse an iconic landmark in Barstow and former staple of High Desert dining the region’s most established and prestigious commercial real estate brokerage firm the property has a storied history dating back to the 1950s when it was originally built as a ranch house for Chuck and Jeannie O’Hara the property has evolved into one of the most recognized landmarks in Barstow especially those passing through on historic Route 66 who has been deeply connected to the Barstow area for over three decades commented on the significance of this opportunity “This is an incredible opportunity to acquire a piece of Barstow’s history whether as a restaurant or for other commercial uses With the upcoming BNSF rail project and the Brightline West high-speed rail this property is perfectly positioned for future growth.” The Idle Spurs Steakhouse was established as a restaurant in 1974 by Morgan and Donna Ray who transformed the O’Hara family’s ranch house into a popular steakhouse known for its prime rib dinners the family added features such as a larger bar making it a beloved stop for travelers and locals alike Though the restaurant closed its doors in January 2020 The zoning of the property allows for diverse uses adding to its appeal for a variety of potential buyers The sale of the Idle Spurs Steakhouse comes at a time when Barstow is poised for significant economic growth The city is anticipating the development of one of the largest rail facilities in the world along with the forthcoming Brightline West speed rail that will connect Southern California to Las Vegas This surge in infrastructure projects is expected to bring thousands of workers and visitors to the area making this property a prime investment opportunity For those interested in the history of Barstow and the property’s unique architecture “The Idle Spurs has been a part of Barstow’s story for generations I remember when I first moved here in 1988 it’s the right time for someone to come in and take it to the next level.” While many see the potential for a revitalized restaurant Brady noted that the property could also serve other purposes The Idle Spurs Steakhouse has a rich history, winning multiple awards over the years, including being featured in Los Angeles Times, as well as a spot on the Man vs. Food television show in 2011 The restaurant’s legacy is woven into the fabric of Barstow with its reputation for high-quality food and exceptional service endearing it to generations of locals and tourists alike For more information about the property, or to schedule a tour, interested buyers can contact Joseph W. Brady at The Bradco Companies at 760-951-5111, extension 101, or via email at jbrady@thebradcocompanies.com. To view the full listing and additional details, visit The Bradco Companies website About The Bradco Companies:The Bradco Companies and land brokerage firm in the Mojave River Valley (High Desert region) With over 38 years of experience in the region The Bradco Companies is known for its expertise and commitment to helping clients achieve success in commercial real estate (VVNG.com) – A pursuit that began in Victorville ended in a crash on the I-15 freeway near Barstow on Sunday morning A SigAlert was issued as a result of the collision and traffic delays are expected for at least 30 minutes when San Bernardino County Sheriff’s deputies attempted to stop a white Camry with four occupants inside on Mojave Drive the chase continued northbound on the I-15 freeway The pursuit ended when the vehicle crashed The suspects then fled on foot but were quickly apprehended by law enforcement the Lenwood Road offramp was closed for an investigation and the #1 and #2 lanes of the I-15 freeway were also shut down The SigAlert is expected to last for at least 30 minutes The reason for the initial traffic stop is still unclear and more details will be provided as they become available The reopening of Barstow’s Route 66 Mother Road Museum is expected to draw visitors from California and across the country Located at the Barstow Harvey House the museum will make its “triumphant return” with a "Grand Re-Opening Ribbon Cutting Ceremony" from 10 a.m The ribbon-cutting event is a catalyst to revitalizing Barstow’s tourism industry and reinforcing the city’s status as a premier Route 66 destination The re-grand opening event also comes ahead of the much-anticipated Route 66 Centennial in 2026 Some guests and stakeholders expected to appear at the event include members of the Barstow City Council and the office of Congressman Jay Obernolte There will be a lifetime tribute event honoring the late Robert Petersen a Barstow High School alumnus and the founder of several major publications Petersen worked to inspire generations of car enthusiasts and cemented Route 66’s reputation as the heartbeat of American road culture He is a Motorsports Hall of Fame of America inductee and his birthday of September 1926 aligns with the Route 66 Centennial Petersen’s longtime right-hand person of 45 years will accept the tribute on his behalf and share insights into his extraordinary journey Executive Director of the Petersen Automotive Museum Terry Karges will highlight the impact and accomplishments of the Petersen Museum under his leadership a Depeche Mode cover band will take the stage to perform a special live rendition of “Get Your Kicks on Route 66.” The Mother Road Museum is situated in the Historic Harvey House which was built in 1911 as part of the Fred Harvey Company offering food and lodging to travelers on the Santa Fe Railroad The Harvey House became a key stop on Route 66 before the construction of the freeway system and the decline of rail travel The museum opened in 2000 and drew visitors from around the world before closing in June 2024 A small group of investors and historians then worked to reopen the site The museum showcases exhibits that highlight the significance in the development of Route 66 and its role in the transformation of transportation in the United States “With the support of the Barstow City Council we can ensure that the Harvey House and the Route 66 Mother Road Museum remain vital landmarks for generations to come,” museum officials stated A 14-year old boy led deputies on a high-speed chase from Adelanto to Barstow after allegedly trying to ram a deputy's patrol vehicle head-on with a stolen car A total of four teenage suspects were arrested after the pursuit ended with a crash along the 15 Freeway in Barstow on Sunday morning The incident began shortly after 10 a.m. when the underage driver of a white Toyota Camry "swerved intentionally into oncoming traffic attempting to hit (a deputy) head-on" in the area of Highway 395 and Bartlett Avenue in Adelanto, the sheriff's department said in a written statement The deputy tried to pull the car over immediately following the alleged vehicular assault later identified as a 14-year-old male juvenile failed to yield and continued at speeds of 110 (mph) through the city of Victorville and onto the northbound 15 Freeway," the statement said "The pursuit continued north until it reached Barstow where the suspects blew the vehicle transmission and crashed." The young driver was taken to a juvenile hall along with a 15-year-old boy who had been riding as a passenger and was accused of stealing the car from a family member Two 16-year-old boys who had been riding as passengers during the pursuit were released to the custody of their parents Three of them were described by sheriff's investigators as documented gang members More: 14-year-old driver in stolen car leads police on chase through Apple Valley They faces allegations including auto theft recklessly evading police and being an accessory to a crime Barstow's Route 66 Animal Shelter will relinquish control of the shelter to the City of Barstow on Monday which plans to euthanize animals in an effort to save money Around 35 animals are left at the Route 66 shelter and current employees and other Victor Valley animal lovers are echoing the cry for help for the remaining animals whose future is dimly lit Route 66 is the only non-kill shelter in the High Desert area but it can no longer sustain its humanitarian mission told the Daily Press that the shelter currently doesn't euthanize animals unless they're very sick and near death Euthanizing saves money and because the current management doesn't "have the heart" to do so Current employee Dominick Jordan wasn't sure when the City was planning to take over when recently asked by the Daily Press The city has left the shelter in the dark he says They need as many dogs adopted by responsible pet owners as possible before then the Humane Society of Barstow has agreed to open its doors to the remaining animals while the City shuffles plans to re-open under its management While some Humane Societies do in fact euthanize it is unclear whether or not the Barstow branch does The organization did not answer phone calls made by the Daily Press Route 66 Animal Shelter announced the importance of adopting these pets in all caps via social media These fur babies need and deserve a second chance!" For more information, contact the shelter via phone at 760-957-7212 or email at Route66AnimalShelter@gmail.com McKenna Mobley is a Daily Press reporter and can be reached at mmobley@gannett.com Detectives arrested a Barstow woman on suspicion of long-term abuse of her 3-year-old stepdaughter resulting in numerous severe injuries that left the girl paralyzed was arrested Thursday on suspicion of attempted murder torture and child abuse resulting in paralysis according to Barstow Police Department officials and San Bernardino County booking records as well as three special allegations of causing great bodily injury to a child under 5 years old on Friday in the Victorville branch of San Bernardino County Superior Court The investigation began on Nov. 13, when Avila brought the young girl to a hospital, "unresponsive and not breathing," police said in a written statement hospital staff determined that the child had severe injuries covering her entire body Medical staff managed to resuscitate the badly injured toddler and transferred her to Loma Linda University Medical Center for further treatment Doctors soon discovered the girl was suffering from a brain bleed which required the surgical removal of a portion of her skull "Forensic pediatricians at Loma Linda University Medical Center assessed the child and determined that she was suffering from both recent and older injuries," according to the police statement "The injuries were consistent with child abuse and had occurred over an extended period of time." detectives determined Avila was responsible for the child's injuries was the sole individual responsible for the child's injuries and obtained a warrant for her arrest," the statement said She was taken into custody Thursday morning in Victorville More: Shooting suspect dies in police custody after being subdued with Taser in Barstow Bail for Avila was set at $1.1 million pending legal proceedings Anyone with information was urged to contact Barstow police Detective Gemma Day at (760) 255-5132, or by email at gday@barstowca.org. Information may also be provided anonymously to the We-Tip hotline at (800) 782-7463 This website is using a security service to protect itself from online attacks The action you just performed triggered the security solution There are several actions that could trigger this block including submitting a certain word or phrase You can email the site owner to let them know you were blocked Please include what you were doing when this page came up and the Cloudflare Ray ID found at the bottom of this page Air Force Concert Band & Singing Sergeants are planning a free concert in Barstow at the end of the month The renowned musicians are bringing their spring tour to the the High Desert at 3 p.m when they will perform at the Barstow Community College Performing Arts Center Additional concerts in the tour are taking place throughout California A wide array of musical selections will be played "This is a rare and exciting opportunity to hear great patriotic music a salute to celebrate our veterans," he said The Concert Band and Singing Sergeants make up two of the Air Force's six performing musical ensembles Members are stationed at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling in Washington "The U.S. Air Force Band and Singing Sergeants honor those who have served, inspire American citizens to heightened patriotism and service, and connect with the global community on behalf of the U.S. Air Force and the United States of America," according to the organization's website Guests at the Barstow concert are encouraged to reserve free tickets in advance although they will not be required at the door More: Addams Family musical at Victor Valley High School is drop-dead funny, kooky and brilliant More information, including additional tour dates and locations and links to reservice tickets, can be found on the organization's web site at https://www.music.af.mil/USAFBand/Events/National-Tours/Concert-Band Police arrested two suspects and are looking for a third person wanted in connection with a shooting at a Barstow shopping center on Friday afternoon Officers arrived to find spent bullet casings on the ground near the entrance of a business as well as a parked car that had a rear window shot out "Officers and Detectives canvassed the scene, collected evidence, and identified the involved parties as 21-year-old La Derrick Jones, 22-year-old Alex Carter, and 22-year-old Savannah Aguilar, all residents of Barstow," police said in a written statement Investigators found and arrested Carter and Aguilar without a struggle about three hours later at a home in the 3600 block of Jasper Road according to police and San Bernardino County booking records "Detectives obtained an arrest warrant for Jones; however he remains at large and is considered armed and dangerous," the statement said Carter was booked on suspicion of attempted murder and altering a firearm's identifying information Bail was set at $1.2 million pending court proceedings Aguilar was booked on suspicion of attempted murder and being an accessory to a crime More: Elderly Hesperia assault suspect dies in sheriff's department custody Anyone with information was asked to contact Barstow police Detective Steven Rodriguez at (760) 256-2211, or by email at srodriguez@barstowca.org. Information may also be submitted anonymously to the We-Tip hotline at (800) 782-7462 100% of the Barstow precincts are accounted for A new mayor has been declared in the city of Barstow and it's not incumbent Councilwoman Hernandez The District 3 seat has been filled with an incumbent candidate but Barstow residents will see a fresh face on the council in the District 4 seat Although it was a tight race and there are still a few ballots to be looking out for His victory over Johnston comes with only a 50-vote margin and Williams said she "ran a hell of a campaign." He believes that the Barstow residents would have won with any candidate vying for the seat Mayoral candidatesTim Silva won the mayoral vote with a total of 43% Rosenberg came in second place with 30% of the vote Rosenberg congratulated Silva shortly after the final results were released saying that Silva ran a good race and will be a good leader for the Barstow residents The mayoral winner said he is looking forward to celebrating with his family and working with the Barstow City Council as soon as possible He's turning his sights to the Barstow International Gateway (BIG) project right away which will bring undoubtful growth to the city and at least 20,000 new jobs to the High Desert We’ll work hard to represent them and bring growth to Barstow." Live Election Day 2024 updates: High Desert voters head to the polls to cast their ballots Barstow voter guide: Get to know the city council candidates Incumbent Councilwoman Rose maintained her lead over Williams in the District 3 race since the first release of results at 8:30 p.m She won the seat with 59% of the vote compared to Williams' 41% and will serve on the Barstow City Council for four more years Council District 4 candidatesNewcomer Williams secured the Barstow District 4 seat with 32% of the vote Following somewhat close behind was Johnston with 25% of the total Barstow ballots came in at a close third with 23% and Brown trailing behind with only 19% Williams says is getting right to work in lieu of a celebration party but it’s what I do and it's what they need from a council member." "I am so happy that the community of Barstow trusted me I know the issues inside the city I understand what it’s going to take." This article will be updated with results and more information on Election Day Lorreta "Sarah" Johnston and Rodney Brand Jr (VVNG.com) — A teenager and an adult woman were arrested in connection with a theft in Barstow where they allegedly stole approximately $900 worth of merchandise the Barstow Police Department Dispatch Center received a call for service regarding a theft at a Gladys Beauty Supply in the Stater Brothers Shopping Center Barstow Police Officers responded to the store and spoke with the clerk who told officers two females entered the store and stole approximately $900.00 worth of merchandise “the clerk told officers that the females threatened to harm her and shoved her on their way out of the store The entire incident was captured on store surveillance.” Officers reviewed the surveillance footage and School Resource Officer Jacob Gatti recognized one of the females as a 14-year-old juvenile who attends Barstow Junior High School the 14-year-old juvenile was arrested when she was located at Barstow Junior High Officers continued their investigation and identified the second female as Jocelyn Proby Proby was located and arrested at a motel in the 1100 block of East Main Street The 14-year-old juvenile was transported and booked at the High Desert Juvenile Detention Center for PC 211 – Robbery Proby was transported and booked at the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department Jail in Adelanto for PC 211 – Robbery Anyone with information regarding this investigation may contact Officer Jacob Gatti at (760) 256-2211 or jgatti@barstowca.org. Those wishing to remain anonymous may also provide information by calling the WE-TIP hotline at 1-800-78-CRIME (27469) or going to www.wetip.com A Los Angeles County man died in a solo-vehicle rollover crash along Fort Irwin Road north of Barstow on Thursday morning according to California Highway Patrol and San Bernardino County coroner's officials Investigators determined he was driving a 2023 Ford Escape SUV south on Fort Irwin Road at an undetermined speed when he lost control the driver allowed the Ford to veer to the left crossing the northbound lane of Fort Irwin Road and onto the east dirt shoulder," the agency said in a written statement where it began overturning an unknown number of times." $400K worth of Nikes recovered: Two teens arrested in San Bernardino County train burglary was asked to call the CHP Barstow Office at (760) 255-5900.