Kiefer Sunderland of Needles is arrested for Criminal Threats and Brandishing a Weapon 
DATE/TIME: May 23, 2020, at approximately 7:10 AM
INCIDENT: Criminal Threats, Brandishing a Deadly Weapon
LOCATION: Jack Smith Park
SUSPECT(S): Sunderland, Kiefer, 30 years old resident of Needles
VICTIM(S): Confidential
SUMMARY: On Saturday, May 23rd, at about 7:21 AM, deputies responded to the area of Jack Smith Park in Needles following the report of a disturbance.
When deputies arrived, they made contact with a number of citizens. During the investigation, it was determined the suspect, Kiefer Sunderland, had pointed a knife at two people and threatened the life of at least one person. Deputies learned the incident took place along the beach area of the Colorado River at about 7:10 AM, and that the actions of Sunderland appeared to have been unprovoked.
Sunderland was contacted by deputies and placed under arrest for PC 422, Criminal Threats and PC 417, Brandishing a Deadly Weapon. A knife was located and recovered from the scene. Sunderland was transported to the Colorado River jail for booking. Sunderland is to be held with a bail amount of $50,000, pending a court hearing.
Anyone with information regarding this incident is urged to contact Deputy Clayton of the Colorado River Station (760)326-9200. Callers wishing to remain anonymous are urged to call the We-Tip Hotline at 1-800-CRIME (27463), or you may leave information on the We Tip Hotline at www.wetip.com.
Refer: Deputy Chris Clayton
Station: Colorado River Station
Phone No. (760)326-9200
Case No. 212000371
JOHN McMAHON, Sheriff-Coroner
San Bernardino County Sheriff-Coroner Department
Address/Location
SBSD - Colorado River Sheriffs Department
1111 Bailey Ave
Needles, CA 92363
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