Crime & Safety
Man, 26, Charged In Road Rage Shooting In San Juan Capistrano
A crash led to an argument, and a 26-year-old man faces attempted murder charges for shooting at a driver, according to sheriff's officials.
SANTA ANA, CA — A 26-year-old is scheduled to be arraigned Tuesday in a San Juan Capistrano road rage shooting, according to the Orange County Sheriff's Department.
Jaime Moralsesgonzalez was arrested May 19 and charged with attempted murder, discharge of a firearm at a car, assault with a firearm and assault with a deadly weapon, according to the sheriff's department.
The arrest stems from an incident that occurred just after midnight on May 14. According to Orange County Sheriff's Department Sgt. Scott Steinle, a driver crashed into a parked car and got into an argument with Moralsesgonzalez as a result.
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As the driver was attempting to leave, a brick was hurled at the car, shattering the front windshield and then Moralsesgonzalez allegedly opened fire, Steinle said.
The driver escaped injury, and authorities were called to the scene.
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Moralesgonzalez also faces sentencing enhancements for attempted premeditated murder, discharge of a firearm and personal use of a firearm.
City News Service contributed to this report.
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