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Fireworks Blast Kills One, Injures Three in Chino
6 Jul
Summary
- A Hesperia man faces manslaughter charges after a fireworks incident.
- The July 4th explosion killed a woman and injured three others.
- Authorities responded to a vehicle fire before discovering the blast.
A fatal fireworks explosion on July 4th in Chino has led to manslaughter charges against a Hesperia man. The blast occurred around 8:30 p.m. in a residential neighborhood, tragically resulting in the death of a woman in her 20s.
Authorities reported that three adults sustained severe injuries and were hospitalized, with two expected to survive. A child was taken for evaluation and subsequently released. Investigators believe a large quantity of fireworks ignited, causing the explosion and a nearby vehicle fire.
Derion Tradon James Jr., 28, of Hesperia, was arrested on suspicion of involuntary manslaughter. His bail was set at $50,000. The Chino Police Department is continuing the investigation with assistance from the Ontario Fire Department Bob Squad.
