Man Fatally Shot by Deputies After Allegedly Firing at Utility Workers in Mentone
In Mentone, deputies fatally shot a man who allegedly fired shots at SoCal Edison employees.
Los Angeles, CA, August 14, 2026 —
Deputies fatally shot a man in Mentone on Tuesday after he allegedly fired shots at Southern California Edison employees. The incident occurred when deputies responded to a report of a man firing a weapon.
According to initial reports, the man had allegedly fired at SoCal Edison employees. Responding deputies encountered the suspect, and a shooting ensued. The suspect sustained fatal injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene. The names of the deputies involved and the deceased have not yet been released. The specific circumstances leading up to the alleged gunfire directed at the utility workers were not immediately clear.
The investigation into the shooting is ongoing. Further details regarding the timeline of events, the suspect’s motive, and the exact nature of the confrontation are expected to be released as the investigation progresses. The San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department is leading the investigation.
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