December 4, 2024 – San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department officials report that on Monday, November 25, 2024, at approximately 7:39 p.m., deputies from the Rancho Cucamonga Station were requested to respond to a report of man suffering injuries in the 13100 block of Joliet Drive. Upon arrival, deputies located Joshua Watson, injured and non-responsive. Watson was transported to a nearby hospital, and despite lifesaving measures, was pronounced deceased.

Detectives with the Sheriff’s Specialized Investigations Division, Homicide Detail, responded and assumed the investigation. Investigators learned Watson arrived at his home and was contacted by a male subject. During the encounter, Watson received lethal injuries. The suspect fled the area before deputies arrived.  The investigation is ongoing, and additional information will be released when available.

Anyone with information about this case is asked to contact Detective Eduardo Badillo, Specialized Investigations Division at (909) 890-4904. Callers can remain anonymous and contact We-Tip at 1-800-78CRIME (27463) or www.wetip.com.  

DATE: November 25, 2024 / 7:39 p.m.

INCIDENT: Homicide Investigation

LOCATION: 13100 Block of Joliet Drive, Rancho Cucamonga

SUSPECT(S): Unknown

VICTIM(S): Joshua Watson, 43-year-old Resident of Rancho Cucamonga

Refer: Detective Eduardo Badillo or Sergeant Nicolas Craig

Station: Specialized Investigations Division

Phone No. (909) 890-4904

Case No. DR#112413126 / H#2024-125

Source: San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department