Crime
Deputy Timothy Corlew killed in on-duty traffic accident
It is with immense sadness and a heavy heart that we must share the heartbreaking news that the Riverside County Sheriff’s Office has suffered the loss of another deputy in the line of duty.
On January 8, 2025, Deputy Timothy Corlew, a respected and dedicated member of the Jurupa Valley Sheriff’s Station, was tragically involved in a fatal on-duty traffic accident.
At approximately 5:36 a.m., a 911 call reported a traffic collision involving a law enforcement motorcycle in the westbound lanes of the 91 Freeway near La Sierra Avenue.
Responding emergency units arrived quickly, initiating CPR on Deputy Corlew at the scene. He was rushed to Riverside Community Hospital, where, despite all efforts, he was pronounced deceased.
The cause of the crash remains unknown at this time and is currently under investigation by the California Highway Patrol (CHP) Riverside office.
Deputy Corlew’s untimely passing is a profound loss to our department and the community he served with honor and dedication. We extend our deepest condolences to his family, friends, and colleagues as they navigate this incredibly difficult time.
Our thoughts and prayers are with everyone at the Riverside County Sheriff’s Office and all those who had the privilege of knowing and working alongside Deputy Corlew.
Further information regarding the investigation and arrangements to honor Deputy Corlew’s memory will be shared as it becomes available. We stand united in grief and gratitude for his service and sacrifice.
Rest in peace, Deputy Timothy Corlew. You will never be forgotten.
On the evening of January 17, 2025, Iron County Sheriff’s deputies responded to a 911 call reporting gunfire targeting a vehicle.
Upon arrival at the intersection of Midvalley Road and 4300 West, law enforcement and Gold Cross Ambulance found a 17-year-old female driver critically injured inside her vehicle.
Deputies began life-saving efforts immediately while paramedics prepared for her transport to Cedar City Hospital.
Despite their combined efforts, the young victim tragically succumbed to her injuries shortly after arrival.
Crime scene experts and investigators from the Iron County Sheriff’s Office quickly arrived to process the scene.
Early findings suggest the victim’s vehicle was being pursued by an unknown vehicle for several miles before the incident.
The suspect pulled alongside the victim’s car and fired multiple gunshots, striking the driver. This caused the victim to lose control of her vehicle, which left the roadway, crashing through a vinyl fence before coming to rest approximately 100 feet northwest of the intersection.
The Sheriff’s Office is actively seeking information from the public to aid in the investigation.
Between 10:15 PM and 11:00 PM, investigators believe a small red pickup truck was being followed closely by a dark-colored truck or SUV on Lund Highway near 1600 North and Midvalley Road or heading west on Midvalley Road toward the Three Peaks Campground area.
Witness accounts or surveillance footage of this activity could provide critical leads.
Additionally, residents or business owners along Lund Highway or Midvalley Road with surveillance camera footage from that time frame are encouraged to contact authorities.
If you have any information regarding this incident or footage, please contact the following numbers:
- Iron County Sheriff’s Office: 435-867-7500
- Cedar Dispatch (Non-Emergency): 435-586-9445
The Iron County Sheriff’s Office extends its heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of the victim during this difficult time. We also express our sincere gratitude to the Cedar City Police Department, Enoch City Police, the Department of Public Safety, Cedar City Fire Department, and the dedicated personnel of Gold Cross Ambulance for their quick response and assistance.
The Iron County Sheriff’s Office remains committed to ensuring public safety and pursuing justice for the victim. We ask for the community’s assistance in bringing the perpetrator to justice.