Deputy Cuevas Killed in Victorville Pursuit Crash

San Bernardino County Sheriff's Deputy Hector Cuevas Jr., aged 36, died in a collision while pursuing a stolen vehicle in Victorville, California. The tragic accident occurred when Cuevas' patrol car collided with another vehicle, hit a pole, and split in half, resulting in his death at the scene. The female driver of the other vehicle was injured and taken to a hospital. The suspect in the stolen vehicle, Ryan Turner, was later arrested and faces charges including vehicular manslaughter while intoxicated. Sheriff Shannon Dicus praised Cuevas as a devoted family man and exemplary officer. Cuevas is survived by his wife, two children, and other family members.