The Palm Springs Police Department identified a person of interest Monday following a stabbing in Palm Springs last week. This is an isolated incident. lot in Palm Desert today. An autopsy revealed the victim suffered more than 140 stab wounds all over his body. James Bernard of Twentynine Palms was pronounced dead at A 64-year-old man was charged with killing a woman in Palm Springs earlier this week. Sgt. Police reportedly responded to Melvin Weller and Joan Burkes home Feb. 11 after Wellers stepson called 911. 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Palm Springs residents sue to remove 25-foot Marilyn Monroe statue depicting her iconic pose from 'The Seven-Year Itch' from outside art museum because it is a 'sexist eyesore' and 'blocks traffic' Severe Weather By Deon J. Hampton. The sheriff's office did not identify the man, whose death it is investigating as a homicide. 2 dead in Greenacres:Man, 47, facing first-degree murder charges after 2 found shot to death at Greenacres home. On Feb. 21, police announced they were investigating a death in the Desert Highland Gateway Estates neighborhood on Feb. 19 as a homicide. Edward Soto told City News Service. WebAccording to sheriff's Sgt. The Riverside County District Attorney's Office on Thursday charged Toscano with one felony count of murder and three felony counts of willful child cruelty. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Copyright 2022 Entravision All rights reserved. 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There were 109 confirmed homicides in the county during 2021. "We will find out if we will be charging the person but it looks like it's pretty self-contained to this point," Palm Springs Police Chief Andrew Mills said. ), First published on February 21, 2022 / 7:30 AM. Be the first to know when news breaks in Coachella Valley. The sheriff's office did not identify the man, whose death it is investigating as a homicide. She was reportedly conscious and alert, but remained silent. New Details On Stabbing Deaths in Palm Desert. During a sweep of the home, officers discovered Burke lying in a bed in the master bedroom, conscious and alert but remaining silent, according to the report. Get a head start on the mornings top stories. WebA 17-year-old boy who was stabbed in Palm Springs died at a hospital due to his injuries, police said Wednesday. Your California Privacy Rights / Privacy Policy. Vanessa Etienne is an Emerging Content Writer-Reporter for PEOPLE. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Copyright 2022 Entravision All rights reserved. They then found Romero and arrested him about 1:17 a.m. in Whitewater. A teenager was stabbed Wednesday morning in Palm Springs and remains hospitalized in critical condition, police said. A man was stabbed to death Tuesday night at PGA West in La Quinta, and police are investigating. Burke was arrested and is currently being held without bond at the Palm Beach County Jail for first-degree murder, according to online records. Palm Springs stabbing turns into homicide investigation after 17-year-old victim dies from injuries. The suspect continued to use the knife on himself but was able to stop when the deputies arrived, Sergeant Swan explained. A third person was wounded, and transported to an area hospital in WebA press release from that agency states that deputies were called to the 49500 block of Seminole Drive, the address of the casino, at around 10:30 p.m. on Saturday after a PALM BEACH (CBSMiami/CNN) -- A Palm Springs woman accused of stabbing her husband 140 times has been charged with first-degree murder. Deputies from Riverside Countys Palm Desert Sheriffs station responded Investigators are trying to determine who stabbed the man who died. 1:07. On Friday, police identified the woman as Ernestina Oropeza, 48. Green said Weller appeared to be dead. Please enter valid email address to continue. He also faces a sentence-enhancing allegation of using a deadly weapon in commission of a felony. In the 911 call, when a dispatcher asked if anyone else was home, the stepson "paused for several seconds and then said his mother Joan Burke was there," per the outlet. PALM DESERT (CNS) A man and woman were stabbed to death in a parking Want to keep up with the latest crime coverage? Web0:02. Click here to view the homicides tracker in a larger window , 2 dead in Greenacres: Man, 47, facing first-degree murder charges after 2 found shot to death at Greenacres home. All rights reserved. At the scene, WPBF-TV reports Weller was found in a pool suspect in the killings. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Copyright 2022 Entravision All rights reserved. WebAs of Wednesday evening a teenager was left in critical condition following an early morning stabbing in downtown Palm Springs. Get a head start on the mornings top stories. Detectives are continuing to look for the person of interest, Benjamin Olsen, 31 of Desert Hot Springs. Phillip Pike, at about 10:30 p.m. Sunday, Romero and the victim, whose identity was not disclosed, were involved in an unspecified dispute within the Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. Investigators found cleaning tools on the floor near the victim's body. If you have knowledge of the case or have information to assist PSPD in locating Benjamin Olsen, you are asked to contact Detective Ryan at 760-323-8145 or 760-327-1441. Palm Springs police were called out to the 300 There were 109 confirmed homicides in the county during 2021. A video from the Desert Sun shows police at the crime scene outside Palm Springs police were called about the stabbing just before 10 p.m. Officers arrived and found a woman with stab wounds who died at the scene. February 21, 2022 / 7:30 AM Weller's family said he was physically disabled at the time of his death. The woman died at the scene, according to the Palm Springs Police Department, who did not specify how Toscano was identified as the main suspect. According to the Palm Springs Police Department, Melvin Weller, 62, was found dead with "multiple stab wounds and lacerations" in the kitchen of his home by his stepson on Feb. 11, CNN reported Sunday. The Palm Springs Police Department did not immediately respond to PEOPLE's request for comment. When officers arrived, they located the victim on the floor, surrounded by a pool of blood that covered more than half of the kitchen. Mike Casavan said the victim was a teenage boy, but did not provide additional identifying information. A press release from that agency states that deputies were called to the 49500 block of Seminole Drive, the address of the casino, at around 10:30 p.m. on Saturday after a woman was heard screaming for help. 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The caller said he had arrived home from work and discovered the body of his stepfather, Melvin Weller, 62, lying on the kitchen floor in a pool of blood. Homicide Investigation underway in the 1700 block of E. Arenas Rd. Witnesses were urged to call the Palm Springs Police Department at 760- 323-8116. A guest of the hotel was walking out of the hotel and was confronted by an adult male suspect, Sergeant Brandi Swan with the Riverside County Sheriffs Department said. Miguel Hernandez Toscano was arrested after the roughly 9:50 p.m. Tuesday stabbing in the 1700 block of Arenas Road. Cable News Network, Inc., a Time Warner Company, contributed to this report. Sgt. It said his family had invoked its right to withhold its name under a 2018 amendment to the state constitution modeled on California's Marsy's Law. Paramedics took him to a hospital in critical condition. WebPALM DESERT (CNS) A man and woman were stabbed to death in a parking lot in Palm Desert today. An autopsy later revealed that Weller was stabbed over 140 times, and also sustained a skull fracture following a blow to the head with a meat cleaver. Deputies found the man near Alameda and Cypress drives, just west of the park, at about 10 p.m. May 26. WebPolice say Joan Burke stabbed her husband more than 140 times, killing him. Detectives identified Benjamin Olsen, 31 of Desert Hot Springs, as a person of interest. Man Suspected of Molesting Elsinore Girl Arrested, Two planets will appear to 'kiss' in the sky tonight, UPDATED: Charges Expected Against Duo Suspected in Robbery Series in Perris, Riverside Sheriff's Department to Open New Station in Lake Matthews, 2 People Charged in Connection with Robbery, Assault in Blythe, Man Suspected of Burglary in Palm Desert to Stand Trial, Local Actor Brings One-Man Show to Palm Canyon Theatre Wednesday evening, Palm Springs Chamber of Commerce Postpones Wednesday evening's Tribute Concert. NBC Palm Springs will be following this case as it develops. A couple of knives and a meat cleaver were in the kitchen sink. They said the numerous injuries to his body, coupled with the blood stains cast or otherwise spread on the walls, ceiling, counters and cabinets, made it obvious a violent struggle had occurred. 2022 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. Soto told CNS that when deputies arrived, three subjects were The stabbing was reported at about 4:15 a.m. in the 300 block of South Palm Canyon Drive, near West Baristo Road, according to the Palm Springs Police Department. An assault occurred with a knife and the subject was pronounced deceased at the scene, Sergeant Swan continued. PALM SPRINGS, Fla. A Palm Springs man is dead after police said he was stabbed more than 140 times by his wife. South Florida Sports Headlines Newsletter. Morning Forecast Police said a "person of interest" was then located and detained. News Channel 3 is committed to providing a forum for civil and constructive conversation. An 18-year-old was arrested in Collier County for stabbing a boy at Palm Springs Park earlier this month. Paul Albani-Burgio covers breaking news and the City of Palm Springs. A Florida woman has been arrested and charged with first-degree murder for allegedly stabbing her husband over 140 times. You can review our Community Guidelines by clicking here. He was scheduled to be arraigned on the charges Friday at the Larson Justice Center in Indio, however, the hearing was delayed until Monday. Toscano remains held at the John Benoit Detention Center without bail. Authorities Discover Decomposing Body of Pregnant Woman While Arresting Man Accused of Separate Murder, After Counseling Session, Husband and Wife Argued Over Divorce. According to an arrest affidavit, Burke had lacerations on the palms of both hands. / CBS Miami. WebThe stabbing was reported at about 4:15 a.m. in the 300 block of South Palm Canyon Drive, near West Baristo Road, according to the Palm Springs Police Department. Deputies from Riverside Countys Palm Desert Sheriffs station Follow him on Twitter at @albaniburgiop and via email at paul.albani-burgio@desertsun.com. Flora, 33, killed 75-year-old Henry Marshall at his home at 2290 Park Drive on May 16, 2017. A 46-year-old man accused of beating and stabbing his girlfriend during a domestic dispute at the Morongo Casino Resort & Spa in Cabazon was charged today with attempted murder and other offenses. Sergeant Swan says she couldnt release any more details about those additional charges. Breaking News A woman died after she was stabbed near the intersection of East Arenas Road and Sunrise Way in Palm Springs Tuesday night, police said. The death is the second suspected homicide in Palm Springs in a week and the fourth this year. Investigators said it is common for the offender to have lacerations to the palm of one or both hands when he or she stabs another person. PALM SPRINGS, CA A 64-year-old man charged in the fatal stabbing of a woman in Palm Springs pleaded not guilty Monday to murder and other charges. The repeated stabbings result in blood getting on the knife handle and onto the stabber's hands, causing the stabber's grip to slip and lacerate their skin with the blade. The suspect is 34-year-old Kenny Wu of Palm Desert. Police gave the location of the incident as 1700 Arenas Road but did not provide additional information. Officers noticed blood spatters and smears on the walls, kitchen cabinets and counters. WebAuthorities called the stabbing a case of domestic violence. He also had a skull fracture caused by a blow from a meat cleaver to the right rear area of his head. But once the police arrived, they stopped something else from happening. Preliminary information indicates the person detained is most likely the suspect in the homicide, police said. Deputies found the man near Alameda and Cypress drives, just west of thepark, at about 10 p.m. May 26. A 40-year-old Palm Springs man is facing charges of attempted murder and making terrorist threats after he was arrested on suspicion of stabbing a neighbor 2023 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. Investigators at this time believe the cellphone belonged to the victim. Arriving deputies said they found a woman who had been stabbed several times. It saidhis family had invoked its right to withhold its name under a 2018 amendment to the state constitution modeled on California's Marsy's Law. PALM SPRINGS, Fla. (TCD) -- A 61-year-old woman faces murder charges after allegedly stabbing her disabled husband and beating him in the head with a meat cleaver. 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