Pomona (Thechieftainspear) – Authorities in Pomona have arrested a suspect in connection with the shooting death of a local man.
According to the Pomona Police Department, Jose Oquendo Jr., 30, was taken into custody following an investigation into a deadly shooting that occurred on March 4.
Shooting Investigation
Officers responded to a report of a man down on the 1600 block of Indian Hill Boulevard at approximately 7:40 p.m. Upon arrival, they discovered 31-year-old James Bunch, a Pomona resident, suffering from multiple gunshot wounds.
Emergency responders transported Bunch to a nearby hospital, but he later succumbed to his injuries. The suspect had already fled before police arrived.
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Arrest and Charges
After gathering evidence, detectives identified Oquendo as the primary suspect in the case. He was arrested and is currently being held on $3.05 million bail.
On March 10, the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office formally charged him with murder and felon in possession of a firearm.
Ongoing Investigation
Authorities have not yet determined a motive for the shooting, and the investigation remains ongoing.
Anyone with information about the case is urged to contact the Pomona Police Department at 909-622-1241. Anonymous tips can also be submitted to L.A. Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or lacrimestoppers.org.
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