Los Angeles County (Thechieftainspear) – Law enforcement officials are offering a $10,000 reward for information leading to the arrest of a Hawthorne man accused of opening fire on Redondo Beach police officers.
During a press conference on Tuesday, the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department and Redondo Beach authorities announced the reward in their ongoing search for 35-year-old Lester Yohan Castro.
The incident occurred on Feb. 21 when officers attempted to stop Castro, who was riding a motorcycle in the 12800 block of Prairie Avenue. Instead of complying, he fled on foot, leading officers on a chase.
According to officials, Castro ran to the 12900 block of Roselle Avenue, where he pulled out a handgun and fired multiple shots at pursuing officers. One officer returned fire, but Castro managed to escape by running through nearby backyards, despite an extensive search.
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Redondo Beach Police Chief Joe Hoffman expressed gratitude that the officers were not injured, emphasizing the dangers law enforcement faces in the line of duty.
Authorities believe Castro may be hiding in Hawthorne or the unincorporated Lennox area.
Anyone with information about his whereabouts is urged to contact the LASD Homicide Bureau at 323-890-5500. Anonymous tips can be submitted through Crime Stoppers by calling 800-222-TIPS (8477) or visiting lacrimestoppers.org.
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