Full Notification

UPDATE: January 6, 2015

DATE/TIME: Thursday, January 1, 2015/1:58 a.m.

INCIDENT: Homicide/Attempted Murder Investigation

LOCATION: 22080 Commerce Way, Grand Terrace

SUSPECTS: Ezekiel Isaiah George, age 18 of Perris
Topaz Prince Crummie, age 20 of San Jacinto
Adrian Gentry, age 17 of Adelanto
Laquan Trice, age 15 of Perris
Maurice Lamont Martin, Jr., age 17 of Perris

VICTIMS: Richard Williamson, age 48 (deceased) of Riverside
Adult Male age 22 – Confidential
Adult Male age 28 – Confidential

SUMMARY: UPDATE – January 6, 2015
During the investigation, five suspects have been identified in the shooting incident that occurred on January 1st at Cal Skate in Grand Terrace resulting in the death of Richard Williamson and injuries sustained by two other male victims.

Investigators have arrested Ezekiel Isaiah George, Topaz Prince Crummie, Adrian Gentry, Laquan Trice and Maurice Lamont Martin. On Monday, January 5th, the San Bernardino County District Attorney’s Office has charged all five suspects each with one count of Murder; two counts of Attempted Murder, one count of Shooting at an Inhabited Dwelling and Gang enhancements were filed on each count. Gentry, Trice and Martin are all being charged as adults.

Investigators have determined that approximately 400 persons were in attendance at the all night skate party. Numerous interviews have been and continue to be conducted in efforts to identify possible witnesses. Anyone who may have witnessed or has information about the shooting is asked to contact the Homicide Division.

The investigation is ongoing and no further details are available for release at this time.

Gentry, Trice and Martin are in custody at San Bernardino Juvenile Hall. George and Crummie are in custody at the West Valley Detention Center. The five suspects will be arraigned today at 1:15 p.m.

Anyone with information regarding this incident is urged to contact Detective Ryan Smith or Sergeant Jason Radeleff of the Sheriff’s Homicide Division at (909) 387-3589. Callers wishing to remain anonymous are urged to contact the We-Tip Hotline at 1-800-78-CRIME (27463) or you may leave information on the We-Tip website at www.wetip.com
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On Thursday, January 1, 2015, at approximately 1:58 a.m., deputies from the Grand Terrace/Central Station responded to Cal Skate located at 22080 Commerce Way in Grand Terrace following the report of shots fired. Upon arrival, deputies located three victims outside suffering from apparent gunshot wounds. The victims and approximately 200 persons were attending an all night New Year’s Eve party at the location. Two of the victims were security guards at the event. One victim was treated at the scene and two were transported to a local area hospital for treatment of their injuries. At approximately 3:10 a.m., Security Guard, Richard Williamson, was pronounced deceased at the hospital.

Detectives from the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department Homicide Detail responded to the location and are conducting the investigation. The suspects remain outstanding and investigators are asking anyone who may have witnessed the shooting to contact investigators. The investigation is ongoing and no additional information is available for release at this time.

Anyone with information regarding this incident is urged to contact Detective Ryan Smith or Sergeant Jason Radeleff of the Sheriff's Homicide Division at 909-387-3589. Callers wishing to remain anonymous are urged to contact the We-Tip Hotline at 1-800-78-CRIME (27463) or you may leave information on the We-Tip website www.wetip.com

Refer: Sergeant Jason Radeleff or Detective Ryan Smith

Station: Homicide Detail

Phone No: (909)387-3589

Case No. 121500001 H#2015- 001

John McMahon, Sheriff-Coroner
San Bernardino County Sheriff-Coroner Department