For Immediate Release

September 15, 2023
Case #23-069657

THREE JUVENILES ARRESTED FOR PARK SHOOTING

CORONA, CA– On Thursday, September 14^th, 2023, at 8:23 P.M., the Corona Police Department responded to Promenade Park, located at 615 Richey Street, for a male who had been shot.  Officers found an 18-year-old male at a nearby apartment complex suffering from gunshot wounds to both legs.  He was transported by ambulance to the hospital, where he is stable.

The Riverside County Sheriff’s Department and the Riverside Police Department air units responded and located three male juveniles hiding in a field adjacent to the park.  The juveniles surrendered peacefully to Corona police officers and were identified as the suspects in the shooting.  One of them, a 16-year-old, was arrested for attempted murder and conspiracy.  The other two, a 16-year-old and a 14-year-old, were arrested for conspiracy.  All three were transported to Riverside County Juvenile Hall.

Officers canvassed the area and located the shooting scene near the park’s tennis courts.  A handgun believed to be used in the crime was recovered near the scene.  At this time, it appears to be an isolated incident, and no suspects are outstanding.

If you have any information regarding this investigation, please contact Senior Detective Lisa Larios at (951) 279-3662 or Lisa.Larios@CoronaCA.gov. Individuals wishing to remain anonymous can call the Corona Police Department tip line at (951) 817-5837.

About the City of Corona: Corona is a vibrant, culturally diverse community located in the heart of Southern California at the junction of the 91 and 15 freeways with a population of more than 160,000 residents. For more information regarding the City of Corona, visit www.CoronaCA.gov.

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