WESTMINSTER, Calif. - On September 12, 2024, at approximately 1:30 AM, Westminster Officers responded to the 6500 block of Westminster Boulevard reference a call of shots fired. Officers arrived at the location and located evidence that a shooting took place inside a local convenience store. Fortunately, no victims were hit. The suspect was described by victims and witnesses, who was said to have fled the scene. Utilizing resources, officers were able to identify the suspect, Joshua Cruz, a resident of Westminster.

Officers located the suspect within two hours and took him into custody without incident. Members of the Westminster Major Crimes Unit responded and continued the investigation throughout the day. Additional evidence was located. This appears to be an isolated event with no further threat to the public.

Cruz was booked into Orange County Jail for PC 245(a)(1) – Assault with a deadly weapon. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact Detective S. Gradilla at (714) 548-3778 and/or the Westminster Police Watch Commander at (714) 548-3767. Information can also be provided to Orange County Crime Stoppers (815) TIP-OCCS or by logging onto www.occrimestoppers.org. Callers can remain anonymous.
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