Chaos ensued in Cabazon on Wednesday afternoon when deputies from the Cabazon Sheriff's Station responded to a violent scenario that left a man with multiple gunshot wounds. The incident, reported to have occurred near the 49000 block of Seminole Drive, drew a swift law enforcement reaction, with medical aid provided to the victim until paramedics arrived on scene. According to the official press release from the Riverside Sheriff's Department, the victim was quickly transported to a local hospital, where he remains in critical but stable condition.
The subsequent investigation into the shooting pointed to one Anthony Edward Cuenca, a 43-year-old resident of Chino Hills, as the suspect. In what appeared to be a coordinated search, authorities later located the suspect's vehicle in the vicinity of Seminole Drive and Malki Road. Cuenca was apprehended without further incident. The Cabazon Investigations Bureau has since taken charge of the case, delving deeper into the matter.
While details remain sparse as the investigation continues, the Riverside Sheriff's Office is urging any individuals with information regarding the shooting to step forward. Investigator Hensley can be directly contacted at 951–922–7100, and the Riverside Sheriff’s Dispatch is also available at 951–776–1099 for any pertinent tips.
Questions concerning this incident and requests for further statements can be directed to the Media Information Bureau. The Riverside Sheriff's Department remains tight-lipped about the specifics of the case, and it is unclear at this time what prompted the attack. As the community grapples with the reality of violence on their doorsteps, information flow is expected to be closely managed to preserve the integrity of the ongoing investigation.
