ADELANTO, California – A tragedy unfolded in the desert community of San Bernardino County, California, as authorities discovered the bodies of six people in a shocking case of violence. The discovery led to the arrest of five suspects, identified as Toniel Baez-Duarte, Mateo Baez-Duarte, Jose Nicolas Hernandez Sarabia, Jose Gregorio Hernandez Sarabia, and Jose Manuel Burgos Parra. The suspects are being held without bail, and eight guns were recovered during the arrests.
According to San Bernardino County Sheriff’s officials, the victims had arranged to meet for a marijuana transaction, shedding light on a larger issue of illegal marijuana cultivation in the area. The victims had apparently been involved in criminal activities, and the tragic end to their lives shook the community.
Sadly, the victims were found shot to death, with four of the six bodies burned. The authorities have only been able to identify three of the victims: Baldemar Mondragon-Albarran, Franklin Noel Bonilla, and Kevin Dariel Bonilla. The heartbreaking nature of the crime has left a deep impact on the community and law enforcement officials.
The investigation unfolded after a 911 call was made by one of the victims, who reported having been shot. Authorities were able to track the call to the area where the bodies were found, leading to the heartbreaking discovery. The FBI and Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives offered assistance to the local authorities, highlighting the widespread concern over the tragic incident.
In the midst of the investigation, law enforcement officials also discovered a blue Chevy SUV riddled with bullet holes near the scene, adding a chilling layer to the distressing events. As the community grapples with the tragedy, the arrests of the suspects offer a glimmer of hope in seeking justice for the victims and their families.