Crime
Toney Allen and Cyntoria Simmons arrested in shooting death of Mayco Bravo Gonzalez at Waffle House in East Ridge
EAST RIDGE, Tenn. — Two individuals have been arrested in connection with a fatal shooting that occurred at a Waffle House in East Ridge earlier this month, according to the East Ridge Police Department.
Members of the department’s Criminal Investigative Division announced that 37-year-old Toney Tyrone Allen of Chattanooga and 43-year-old Cyntoria Deanna Simmons of East Ridge were taken into custody on January 20 following an investigation into the shooting, which occurred on January 18 at the Waffle House located on Ringgold Road.
Police were dispatched to the restaurant at approximately 10:45 p.m. after receiving reports of a shooting.
Upon arrival, officers located Mayco Bravo Gonzalez, 26, of East Ridge, suffering from multiple gunshot wounds.
Officers immediately rendered life-saving aid until emergency medical personnel arrived. Gonzalez was transported to Erlanger Hospital, where he later died from his injuries.
Investigators reported that witnesses observed a man and a woman enter the restaurant together and place an order.
Surveillance video shows the pair interacting with employees and briefly exchanging words with Gonzalez before leaving the restaurant.
According to police, the male suspect later returned inside armed with a firearm and fired multiple shots at Gonzalez while he was seated with his back turned.
Authorities stated that the female suspect also re-entered the restaurant while armed, but did not discharge her weapon.
Allen and Simmons have both been charged with criminal homicide.
Police confirmed that the investigation remains active and ongoing, and additional charges are possible as detectives continue to review evidence and interview witnesses.
No further details have been released at this time.
SAN JOSE, Calif. — A San Jose police officer was shot and injured while investigating an armed carjacking in the downtown area on Wednesday, according to the San Jose Police Department (SJPD).
Authorities said the incident unfolded near the downtown core, close to major roadways including Highway 87 and the Julian Street exit.
Preliminary information indicates the suspect was involved in a series of violent events spanning multiple jurisdictions prior to the shooting.
Investigators believe the suspect initially stole a white Honda in Hollister, after abandoning a green Chevrolet Corvette.
During the course of the incident, the suspect allegedly fired shots at pursuing law enforcement officers, prompting a high-speed pursuit.
Police said the chase continued northbound on U.S. Highway 101, with speeds reportedly exceeding 100 miles per hour, traveling from Gilroy to San Jose. The pursuit ultimately led officers into the downtown area, where the officer-involved shooting occurred.
SJPD confirmed that a sworn department member was struck by gunfire and was transported to a local hospital. The officer’s condition has not been publicly disclosed at this time.
In a statement released on social media, the department said:
“SJPD is currently investigating an officer-involved shooting that occurred in downtown San Jose related to an armed carjacking. An SJPD sworn Department member has been shot and transported to a local hospital. This is an active and ongoing investigation, and PIOs will share more information as it becomes available.”
As of Wednesday afternoon, police had not confirmed whether any suspects were in custody, nor had they indicated whether any civilians were injured during the incident.
The shooting took place in an area that includes government buildings, businesses, and major transit hubs, leading to temporary traffic disruptions and a heightened police presence.
The investigation remains active and ongoing, and additional details are expected to be released by authorities as more information becomes available.