The below letter and pictures were sent in to our watch commander at the Victorville Station, we'll say no more and let you read it.
Dear Sir,
My name is Mr. Haston and I wanted to share this short story with you involving one of your deputies; Deputy Sims. I was traveling west bound on Bear Valley Rd about 11:00 am this morning and noticed a deputy sitting on a bus bench next to an elderly man who himself was sitting in a wheel chair. The scene led my thoughts to believe that the deputy was paying honor and respect to this gentleman, almost as a friend would, perhaps just keeping him company as he waited for the bus to arrive. I was in no particular rush so I circled back around through a lot of traffic...I enjoy scenes like this.
Thank you Sir for the integrity of this man under your supervision. Well done! Thank you Deputy Sims for your service.
I have one question. Where are the news cameras when these kind services are rendered?
Be safe. Stay safe.
-Mr. Haston
Thank you Mr. Haston for going above and beyond to witness this act, we truly appreciate your support and receiving this letter.
****UPDATE 10:40AM****Suspect and vehicle located. Kidnapping allegations unfounded. Investigation is ongoing.
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****UPDATE 10:18 AM: #Kidnapping #Highland Suspect and vehicle have been located. Child still outstanding.****KIDNAPPING: #Highland We are asking for the public’s help in locating this suspect who carjacked a vehicle with a three-year-old black female inside. Call 911 if found. The car is a 1998 Infiniti Q45, Tan color, CA license 4AQV268. The suspect stole the victim’s from 25785 Baseline St. in Highland with the victim’s 3-year-old daughter inside the car at 8:13am.
The suspect is described as a black male, short in height, wearing a blue hat and a multi colored (grey/blue/red) sweater.
The child is a three-year-old black female, light complexion, 3 feet tall and 30lbs. She is wearing a grey onesie jumper.
Anyone with information regarding the whereabouts of the child should call 911 or local law enforcement agency.
Public Health Order—
The San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department is aware of the state’s plan to modify the Stay At Home Order depending on the fluctuation of ICU bed availability/capacity in our region. We will continue to work closely with our county and city partners to best serve our communities. As has been the case since we were initially faced with the difficulties of living and working through this pandemic together, our goal is to educate and gain voluntary compliance regarding Public Health orders. We will continue to partner with our communities and deliver the law enforcement services they deserve while keeping health and safety of our staff and those we serve as a top priority.
Back in March, county departments collaborated and established an online reporting system for members of the public, including those choosing to remain anonymous, to report alleged violations of Public Health orders. Depending on the type and severity of the allegation(s), complaints are addressed by various county or city agencies.
It is not our intent to utilize patrol personnel to respond to these allegations. Those calling to report alleged violations of Public Health orders will be referred to the county’s Joint Information Center (JIC) so the appropriate department(s) can be made aware and address the incidents on a case by case basis.
We trust that members of the communities we serve will act responsibly and demonstrate good judgement to do their part to slow the spread of the virus.
For more information related to San Bernardino County’s COVID-19 response and/or to report an alleged violation of the Order, visit sbcovid19.com or call the JIC at (909) 387-3911.
