Man Arrested After Allegedly Walking Into Hesperia Garage, Assaulting Homeowner And Trying To Flee In Vehicle

HESPERIA, Calif. (VVNG.com) — A 34-year-old Hesperia man was arrested after allegedly entering a residential garage, assaulting a homeowner, and attempting to steal a vehicle early Tuesday morning.

Deputies from the Victor Valley Station responded at about 5:27 a.m. on June 2, 2026, to the 11500 block of Greenwood Street following a report of a person lying in the roadway.

During the investigation, deputies learned Christophe Acosta Pichinte had entered an open residential garage without permission. Two residents confronted Pichinte and attempted to remove him from the property.

According to the sheriff’s department, Pichinte became aggressive during the encounter and struck one of the victims in the face.

Investigators said Pichinte then ran toward a vehicle parked on the property and attempted to drive away. The victims intervened and were able to remove him from the vehicle before he could leave the scene.

Deputies contacted Pichinte and took him into custody without incident.

Pichinte was arrested and transported to the High Desert Detention Center, where he was booked on suspicion of attempted vehicle theft, trespassing, and battery.

Anyone with information regarding the investigation is asked to contact the Victor Valley Station at (760) 552-6800 or Sheriff’s Dispatch at (760) 956-5001. Callers wishing to remain anonymous may contact We-Tip by calling or texting the word “REPORT” to 844-909-3006. Additional information may also be submitted online.

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