In a tragic incident that shook the quiet community of Apple Valley, law enforcement officials are on the hunt for a 51-year-old man, Clint Griffith, who is suspected of gunning down two women, resulting in one fatality and leaving the other wounded. As reported by the San Bernardino County Sheriff-Coroner Department, the double shooting took place in the early hours on a Tuesday, January 30th, when deputies responded to a call about gunshots at a residence on Waalew Road.
The crime scene was a grim tableau with Sommer Kelly, a 40-year-old resident, found dead with multiple gunshot wounds and whose identity was not immediately released, the second victim, only described as an 18-year-old female, also from Apple Valley, thought to be Kelly's daughter was rushed to a local hospital where she is now in stable condition, grappling with her injuries. The suspect, Griffith, had already fled the scene and remains at large; law enforcement has issued an arrest warrant as detectives work to piece together the circumstances leading up to the tragic event, according to the SBSD - Headquarters.
As investigators with the Sheriff’s Specialized Investigations Division – Homicide Detail take charge of the case, the community is left reeling, attempting to understand the violence that interrupted the stillness of their town. In their appeal for tips and leads the authorities have urged anyone with information about Griffith's whereabouts to come forward, emphasizing the confidentiality for those wishing to remain anonymous through We-Tip at 1-800-78-CRIME or their website
In the aftermath, the Homicide Detail, led by Detective A. Alcala and an assemblage of officers, continues with the investigation, details of which have not been largely disclosed public pursuit of justice marches on although the assailant remains a ghost beyond the grasp of the law. Community members who have any knowledge that could aid in capturing Griffith and bringing solace to the affected families are implored to contact the Homicide Detail at 909-890-4904, with the case number DR# 182400435 H# 2024-006 serving as a reference for this ongoing investigation, as stated in the SBSD - Headquarters.
