Beaumont, CA - On January 20, 2022, the Beaumont Police Department issued a release requesting information on the murder of Leo Miguel Delara, age 45, of Cherry Valley (see prior releases below). Information provided to investigators enabled a sketch artist to create a possible composite drawing of a suspect who may have been involved in the murder of Delara. The Beaumont Police Department is asking the public to review the drawing and if they believe they can identify the suspect or have additional information about this case to contact investigators at 951-769-8500. Information can also be provided anonymously at crimetips@beaumontpd.org.
Original Press Releases
Beaumont, CA - The Beaumont Police Department continues to actively investigate a homicide which occurred in the 100 block of Myrl Drive on March 18, 2020 (refer to original press release below). Investigators have continued to follow leads and interview witnesses in an effort to solve this case.
Information that once may have seemed insignificant could prove to be the missing element in solving the murder of Leo Delara, age 45, of Cherry Valley. The public is strongly urged to submit any information they feel may be important to this case to Sergeant D. Wann at 951-769-8500. Information may also be submitted anonymously at crimetips@beaumontpd.org.
Beaumont, CA - On Wednesday, March 18, 2020, at approximately 8:53 p.m., the Beaumont Police Department received a 911 call regarding a shooting that had occurred at a residence in the 100 block of Myrl Drive in the City of Beaumont. Officers arrived and located a male and a female suffering from gunshot wounds. The male victim died at the scene and the female was transported to an area hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
Witnesses reported observing two suspects wearing dark hoodies leave the residence on foot. Officers conducted a thorough search of the area but were unable to locate the suspects.
This investigation is on-going, further details will not be released at this time. If anyone has information regarding this incident, please contact Detective Sergeant Harris at 951-769-8500. Information may also be provided anonymously at crimetips@beaumontpd.org or via our website at beaumontpd.org.