46-Year-Old Santos Lopez-Rosales Arrested after Hit-and-Run Collision near Santa Ana Avenue

RIALTO, CA (October 12, 2023) - On Saturday, Leopoldo Padilla Mondragon lost his life in a bicycle accident on South Riverside Avenue.

The incident occurred around 7:05 p.m. on South Riverside Avenue, near Santa Ana Avenue. First responders swiftly arrived at the scene.

Upon their arrival, law enforcement discovered that a white 2008 Hyundai Elantra had collided with a cyclist who was traveling south in the middle of the No. 2 lane.

Despite immediate efforts, emergency personnel pronounced the male bicyclist dead at the scene. Authorities later identified the deceased as 65-year-old Leopoldo Padilla Mondragon, a resident of Laguna Hills.

After conducting preliminary investigations, officers determined that the suspect's vehicle was located in Bloomington. Consequently, a warrant for the arrest of 46-year-old Santos Lopez-Rosales from San Bernardino was issued, as he was suspected of a hit-and-run.

If you have any additional information about the suspect, please reach out to Traffic Sergeant Dan Smith at 909-644-6025. Further details will be provided as they become available.

In this sorrowful time, the Sweet James team would like to extend their heartfelt condolences to the family of Leopoldo Padilla Mondragon. May you find comfort and strength during this devastating time.

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