Murrieta, CA|News|
Online 'Predator' Sting: Trial Ordered For Felon Snared In Murrieta
Investigators allege the defendant drove from his Sacramento residence to Murrieta with a plan to pick up an "underage girl" he met online.

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Investigators allege the defendant drove from his Sacramento residence to Murrieta with a plan to pick up an "underage girl" he met online.

Hector Eduardo Zaldivar has no documented prior felony or misdemeanor convictions in Riverside County.
Jakeem Lorenz Jones, 20, and Savon Percy Brazier, 21, were arrested Monday by Menifee police. Both men posted bail and were released.
According to prosecutors, the woman and her co-defendant were assigned to the Larson Justice Center in Indio when the offenses occurred.
All proceeds from the evening will be donated to the American Red Cross during the Feb. 24 CA State Firefighters Association Conference.
Organizers say the event "promises fun and educational experiences for all ages."
HeliStream will provide recurrent training for the law enforcement pilots.
The deadly collision was reported shortly after 1 p.m. Tuesday near mile marker 49 in Thousand Palms.
An intersection was partially shut down because of the crash.
The flames moved at a very slow rate due to lack of wind.
"This is an opportunity for us to do what we can short-term to help during a difficult time," Palm Springs Mayor Ron deHarte said.
The alleged murder occurred more than two years ago, but the defendant has been undergoing psychiatric treatment and evaluations.
Supervisors Manuel Perez and Yxstian Gutierrez jointly proposed an action plan, which was unanimously approved Tuesday.
Over the course of the investigation, Mario Gonzalez, who was said to be in his mid-40s, was identified as the suspect.
The first measurable precipitation of the winter season fell across Riverside County.
The public's help is sought in identifying the suspects.
Impaired driving includes driving under the influence of alcohol, drugs, some prescription medication and over-the-counter drugs.
The money will be used to expand the Thermal Wastewater Treatment Plant.
Last year at this time, county fire personnel responded to an average 570 calls per day. Since Jan. 7, 2025, the number is closer to 700.
A fire captain at the scene said crews were making progress getting ahead of the flames, but there was no containment as of 12:30 p.m.