Detectives say a suspect is in custody after reports that a person was pointing a handgun at moving cars in Castaic. According to the Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff's Station, the alleged assault with a firearm happened last Thursday near the intersection of Lake Hughes Road and Ridge Route Road. At the time, the suspect was described as a white male wearing a red shirt and black shorts. Investigators say the case remains under active investigation.
LASD Posts Update and Asks for Tips
In a Facebook update, the Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff's Station said detectives had located the suspect connected to the assault. The post listed file number 026-07743-0674-051 and identified Detective Marinelli as the contact on the case. Anyone with information is asked to call (661) 260-4000 ext. 5618. The station added that more details would be released as the active investigation moves forward.
Timeline and Nearby Police Activity
On the same day as the reported assault, broadcast outlets noted other law enforcement activity in the Castaic area. A California Highway Patrol pursuit moved onto Lake Hughes Road, coverage that included reporting from CBS Los Angeles. Authorities have not said whether that pursuit is related to the LASD investigation, and deputies have not released the suspect's name.
How to Report Tips
Anyone with information or dash-cam footage is urged to contact the Santa Clarita Valley Station or submit an anonymous tip to LA Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477, via the P3Tips mobile app, or at LA Crime Stoppers. The LASD station page lists the Santa Clarita Valley Station's non-emergency phone as (661) 260-4000. Detectives thanked the public for any leads that can help them close the case.
