Written by AARON CASTREJON
CityWatch Editor

BALDWIN PARK - Two suspects were tracked to Azusa and arrested March 4, accused of brandishing a firearm that turned out to be a replica, police said.

The crime occurred outside Baldwin Park High School, 3900 N. Puente Ave. The student reported being approached by a vehicle with two individuals who brandished a firearm in a threatening manner, according to the Baldwin Park Police Department.

The student safely walked back to the school for help.

A vehicle and suspects were identified and after searching several locations, officers found the suspects in Azusa.

Both the male and female suspects were followed and a high-risk traffic stop was made on Arrow Highway east of Azusa Canyon Road in Irwindale.

A replica firearm was recovered, according to the Baldwin Park Police Department.

Written by AARON CASTREJON
CityWatch Editor

BALDWIN PARK - A man accused of defacing property at multiple churches in Baldwin Park is facing two felony counts of vandalism classified as a hate crime, police said.

Luis Armando Garcia, 24, was arrested February 22. Police seized items believed to have been used in the destruction at the churches, while video surveillance links Garcia to the crimes, according to the Baldwin Park Police Department.

The alleged crimes occurred February 21.

One of the targeted churches, St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, 3883 Baldwin Park Blvd, suffered damage estimated at $19,000, according to the Baldwin Park Police Department.

Proceedings were held at El Monte Superior Court February 25. A future date of March 13 has been set to determine Garcia’s Mental competency, according to Los Angeles Superior Court records.

Written by AARON CASTREJON
CityWatch Editor

BALDWIN PARK - A flatbed tow truck was stolen overnight from a tow company yard February 10.

The tow truck from Mosca’s Towing was taken around 2 a.m. The tow truck was adorned with the number 4 on either side of the cab, according to the Baldwin Park Police Department.

Anyone with information on the whereabouts of the tow truck, or the suspect(s) who stole it is urged to call Baldwin Park Police Detective Detective R. Larivee at 626-960-1955, extension 418, or contact your local police department if you see it.

Written by AARON CASTREJON
CityWatch Editor

BALDWIN PARK - A known gang banger was jailed after leading Baldwin Park and El Monte Police officers on a pursuit into Montebello.

The pursuit occurred January 24. The driver was allegedly driving recklessly through the streets of Baldwin Park and El Monte, according to the Baldwin Park Police Department.

Officers pursued the driver on the ground and in the air into Montebello where the driver fled the vehicle near Montebello Towne Center.

A brief foot pursuit ended with the arrest of Xavier Angel Mercado, 23. Mercado was booked on suspicion of driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, evading police while on the wrong side of the median, evading with wanton disregard for public safety, possession of nitrous oxide and revocation of probation.

Booking records appear to be incomplete for Mercado. Public information available suggests he posted bail February 2.

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Written by AARON CASTREJON
CityWatch Editor

BALDWIN PARK - The 23-year-old suspect accused of stabbing to death family members the day after Christmas was officially charged with three counts of murder.

Kyle Chester De Los Reyes Also faces special allegations of using a deadly weapon and committing multiple murders, according to the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office.

Mia Chantelle Narvaez, 8, Paul Sebastian Manangan, 16, and Rona Nate, 44, were named by the Los Angeles County Department of Medical Examiner.

Manangan died from multiple sharp force injuries. Exams have yet to be scheduled for Narvaez and Nate.

According to a gofundme fundraiser, Nate was the mother to Narvaez and Manangan.

The deaths were discovered in the 4700 block of Bogart Avenue around 6:48 p.m. December 26.

De Los Reyes is not only related to all three murder victims, but also resided at the location. He was detained after he crashed while allegedly fleeing the scene.

De Los Reyes is being held without bail ahead of a scheduled appearance in Pomona Superior Court January 15, 2025.

Written by AARON CASTREJON
CityWatch Editor

LOS ANGELES - A child, teen and an adult murdered in Baldwin Park the day after Christmas were all identified recently.

Mia Chantelle Narvaez, 8, Paul Sebastian Manangan, 16, and Rona Nate, 44, were named by the Los Angeles County Department of Medical Examiner. A cause of death has not been provided, but initial reports point to a stabbing.

The Los Angeles County Department of Medical Examiner will reveal the cause of death.

According to a gofundme fundraiser, Nate was the mother to Mia and Paul.

The suspect, only identified as a Asian man, was detained at the start of the murder investigation December 26. The suspect is not only related to all three murder victims, but also resided at the location. His exact relation to the victims is not being disclosed at this time, according to the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department.

The deaths were discovered in the 4700 block of Bogart Avenue around 6:48 p.m. December 26.

The suspect, who remains publicly unidentified, allegedly was detained after fleeing the scene in a vehicle which crashed.

Anyone with information on this incident is urged to call the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Homicide Bureau at 323-890-5500. Remain anonymous by calling LA Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), through the P3Tips mobile app, or lacrimestoppers.org.

Written by AARON CASTREJON
CityWatch Editor

BALDWIN PARK - A 23-year-old relative was arrested and booked on suspicion of murder after three people were found dead inside a house Thursday night.

The suspect, only identified as a Asian man, was detained at the start of the murder investigation December 26. The suspect is not only related to all three murder victims, but also resided at the location. His exact relation to the victims is not being disclosed at this time, according to the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department.

While the Sheriff’s Department did not disclose how the victims died, Los Angeles news stations are reporting that the victims were stabbed to death.

The Los Angeles County Department of Medical Examiner will reveal the cause of death and the victims’ identities.

The deaths of two females and one male were discovered in the 4700 block of Bogart Avenue around 6:48 p.m. December 26.

The suspect allegedly was detained after fleeing the scene in a vehicle which crashed.

Anyone with information on this incident is urged to call the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Homicide Bureau at 323-890-5500. Remain anonymous by calling LA Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), through the P3Tips mobile app, or lacrimestoppers.org.

Written by AARON CASTREJON
CityWatch Editor

BALDWIN PARK - Homicide detectives are piecing together the details after three people were found dead in a Baldwin Park home Thursday night.

The deaths of two females and one male, were discovered in the 4700 block of Bogart Avenue around 6:48 p.m. December 26. The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department, which took over the investigation from Baldwin Park Police, have yet to provide further details.

Anyone with information on this incident is urged to call the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Homicide Bureau at 323-890-5500. Remain anonymous by calling LA Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), through the P3Tips mobile app, or lacrimestoppers.org.

Written by AARON CASTREJON
CityWatch Editor

BALDWIN PARK - A man was shot dead in a Baldwin Park neighborhood early Monday morning.

The gunshot victim, only described as an adult male, was found in the 13800 block of Kenmore Avenue. First responders were sent to the location around 2:50 a.m. October 14.

The gunshot victim was assessed by Los Angeles County firefighters and was pronounced dead at the scene.

It is not publicly clear if a suspect has been identified or taken in the custody yet.

Anyone with information on this shooting is urged to call the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Homicide Bureau at 323-890-5500. Remain anonymous by calling LA Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), through the P3Tips mobile app, or lacrimestoppers.org.

Written by AARON CASTREJON
CityWatch Editor

BALDWIN PARK - Multiple suspects were taken into custody recently and face felony vandalism charges after extensive damage was done to a war memorial and areas of Morgan Park.

Two local gangs are accused of causing the damage over the past weekend at the park, 4100 Baldwin Park Blvd. The Baldwin Park Police Department Gang Unit were able to quickly identify suspects and they were taken into custody, according to the Baldwin Park Police Department.

“The Baldwin Park Police Department is committed to preserving community spaces and honoring our veterans, while also sending a clear message that such destructive behavior will not be tolerated in Baldwin Park, the police department said in a written statement.