Man Found Shot Inside Vehicle in Desert Near Apple Valley Airport, Investigation Ongoing
APPLE VALLEY, Calif. (VVNG.com) — A man was found shot inside a vehicle in the desert near the Apple Valley Airport Thursday afternoon, prompting a law enforcement response and an ongoing investigation.
The incident occurred around 12:30 p.m. on December 4, 2025, in the 21600 block of Corwin Road.
Deputies from the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department responded after receiving a report of a shooting.
“Deputies located the male victim in a vehicle in the desert west of the airport and he was transported to the hospital,” said Gloria Orejel, spokeswoman for the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department.
According to radio traffic, deputies brought the victim out to the roadway near Dale Evans Parkway and Falchion Road, where they met fire personnel for medical assistance and transport.
The condition of the victim has not been disclosed. No further details regarding potential suspects or a motive have been released.
The investigation is ongoing, and additional information will be provided as it becomes available.
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