The Detective’s Daring Highway Stop: How One Cop Turned the Tide in a Deadly Pursuit

A Deputy’s Final Call Turns Deadly (Image Credits: Unsplash)

San Bernardino County – Amid the roar of engines on a busy freeway, a single act of bravery brought a dangerous chase to a screeching halt, saving lives in the shadow of tragedy.

A Deputy’s Final Call Turns Deadly

Picture this: a routine response to a domestic violence report spirals into chaos in seconds. San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Deputy Andrew Nunez arrived at a home in Rancho Cucamonga, only to face gunfire from the suspect, Angelo Jose Saldivar. The shots were fatal, leaving Nunez, a father and husband, gone too soon. His pregnant wife and young daughter now carry the weight of that loss.

The incident unfolded on October 27, 2025, shaking the department to its core. Saldivar didn’t stick around; he grabbed a motorcycle and bolted, sparking a pursuit that would test everyone’s limits. News of the shooting spread fast, drawing support from across the region as the hunt intensified.

The Chase That Gripped the Freeway

Saldivar hit the 210 Freeway, weaving through traffic at speeds topping 150 mph. Sirens blared as pursuing officers tried to close the gap, but the suspect’s reckless riding made it a nightmare. Drivers pulled over in fear, the freeway turning into a high-stakes racetrack under the afternoon sun…

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