Crime & Safety

RivCo Man Found Dead in Lucerne Valley; Investigation Underway

Deputies are working to find out more information about what happened to a man who was found dead in a home in Lucerne Valley.

On Tuesday at around 11:42 a.m., police from Victor Valley arrived at a home on the 34400 block of Wilshire Road in Lucerne Valley to investigate suspicious circumstances, according to the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department.
On Tuesday at around 11:42 a.m., police from Victor Valley arrived at a home on the 34400 block of Wilshire Road in Lucerne Valley to investigate suspicious circumstances, according to the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department. (Renee Schiavone/Patch)

RIALTO, CA — Deputies in Riverside County are investigating to figure out the circumstances behind a 26-year-old Rialto man's death this week.

On Tuesday at around 11:42 a.m., police from Victor Valley arrived at a home on the 34400 block of Wilshire Road in Lucerne Valley to investigate suspicious circumstances, according to the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department.

A report was made to police that a witness saw a dead person inside a home.

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Deputies responded to the home and found Anthony Zamora of Rialto dead inside, officials said.

The department's Homicide Detail immediately began an investigation. An autopsy will be conducted by the coroner's office to determine the manner and cause of death, authorities said.

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Anyone who may have information was urged to contact the Homicide Detail at 909-890-4904. Callers wishing to remain anonymous should contact We-Tip at 1-800-78-CRIME (27463) or go to wetip.com.

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