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Gunman killed in exchange of gunfire with sheriff's deputy in Victorville

A woman who locked herself in a gas station bathroom reported to law enforcement that her boyfriend, who was armed with a gun, threatened her.

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A sheriff’s deputy is recovering following a deadly shootout with a gunman in Victorville.

A San Bernardino County sheriff’s deputy is recovering from a shootout after exchanging gunfire with a man who threatened a woman in Victorville.

The violence was reported sometime before 2 p.m. on the 13600 block of Bear Valley Road, where law enforcement received a call from a woman who locked herself in a gas station restroom. She reported her boyfriend was armed and threatened her.

A sheriff’s deputy responded to the scene and attempted to negotiate with the armed individual, who shot the deputy twice in the leg. In response, the sheriff’s deputy opened fire on the gunman, killing him. The deputy was airlifted to an area hospital, where they are expected to recover.

Officials did not release the name of the deputy in the shooting, but only described them as a 16-year veteran of the force. The department later identified the suspect as 27-year-old Jorge Cardenas of Ontario.

The investigation is ongoing. Anyone with information on the shooting is encouraged to contact Detective Justin Applegate at 909-890-4904. Anonymous tips can be made by contacting 1-800-78CRIME.

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