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Tragic Shooting Incident on Rincon Indian Reservation Leaves One Dead
In a heartbreaking turn of events, a shooting on the Rincon Indian Reservation in Valley Center, California has resulted in the death of a 46-year-old man named Jason Gillespie. The San Diego County Sheriff’s Department has now upgraded the charges against the suspect, 31-year-old Kyle Del Gregory, to include murder.
Details of the Incident
The tragic incident took place last Friday afternoon in the 7500 block of Mendoza Road on the reservation. Deputies responded to reports of a shooting and found Gillespie with multiple gunshot wounds. He was quickly airlifted to the hospital for treatment, but unfortunately succumbed to his injuries on Monday evening.
Del Gregory, a resident of Valley Center, was identified as the suspect in the case and was taken into custody at the scene. A rifle was recovered by authorities during the investigation, leading to his arrest and subsequent booking at the Vista Detention Facility.
Legal Proceedings
Initially facing charges of attempted murder and assault with a deadly weapon, Del Gregory now faces the more serious charge of murder following Gillespie’s passing. The Sheriff’s Homicide Unit is actively investigating the case to determine the motive behind the crime.
Seeking Information
Authorities are urging anyone with information about the incident to come forward and assist with the investigation. If you have any details that could help the case, please contact the Sheriff’s Homicide Unit at 858-285-6330 or Crime Stoppers at 888-580-8477.
This tragic event has shocked the community and left many in mourning for the loss of Jason Gillespie. As the investigation continues, residents are urged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to local law enforcement.
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