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1 killed in crash and shooting near March Air Reserve Base
By Jonathan Lloyd at NBC Los Angeles (KNBC)
· June 23, 2026
· 1 min read
A driver with what appeared to be a gunshot wound died Tuesday after a two-vehicle crash near March Air Reserve Base in Riverside County.
The deceased person was identified as an American Forces Network employee, the base said. The government television and radio broadcast service employee was...
Key takeaway crash near 2nd and Z streets, the Riverside County Sheriff’s Department said.
Why this matters in The Los Angeles
The incident near March Air Reserve Base raises concerns about public safety in the region surrounding Los Angeles . Although the base itself is located about 60 miles east of the city, the fact that a fatal crash and shooting occurred in such close proximity to a major military installation is troubling. The victim, an employee of the American Forces Network, was on their way to work at the time of the incident, highlighting the potential risks faced by commuters in the area. As the investigation continues, local residents will be watching to see what led to the shooting and whether any measures can be taken to prevent similar incidents in the future. The Riverside County Sheriff's Department and Moreno Valley Investigation Bureau will likely face questions about their response to the incident and what steps they are taking to ensure public safety in the region.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 23, 2026 ·
Source: NBC Los Angeles (KNBC) ·
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The deceased person was identified as an American Forces Network employee, the base said. The government television and radio broadcast service employee was...
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