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Kidnapper shoots, kills victim in trunk of car after chase ends in Chino Hills, authorities say
ABC7 Los Angeles • • nation
Key Points:
- Sheriff's deputies in Chino Hills fatally shot a kidnapper who exited a car and shot a kidnapped victim hidden in the trunk during a traffic stop and chase late Wednesday night.
- The victim, a 60-year-old man, was discovered dead inside the trunk after the suspect opened fire; the suspect, aged 67, was also pronounced dead at the scene.
- The incident began after deputies responded to a shots-fired call and attempted to stop the Nissan Altima, which led to a brief pursuit ending on Wandering Ridge Drive.
- A passenger in the vehicle surrendered and was taken into custody, and authorities confirmed there is no ongoing threat to the public.
- The motive behind the kidnapping and shooting remains unknown, with the investigation ongoing and authorities expected to provide updates.
