Irvine, California – A UPS driver was fatally shot and killed inside his truck, leading to the arrest of a suspect by the police in Irvine, California, on Thursday afternoon. The tragic incident occurred around 3 p.m. near Chrysler and Bendix in the city, according to a statement from the Irvine Police Department on social media.
The driver, who was reportedly on a break and eating inside his truck, was targeted by the shooter who arrived in a pickup truck and opened fire. The suspect, who remains unidentified, is believed to have been wearing a face mask during the attack. Authorities are investigating the possibility of any prior relationship between the driver and the suspect, as well as a potential motive for the shooting.
Following the shooting, the suspect’s truck was located hours later near Santiago Canyon Road and the Toll Road. The individual barricaded themselves inside the vehicle but was eventually apprehended after a tactical operation involving the use of chemical agents and a police dog. The authorities confirmed that the suspect was alive but did not surrender peacefully.
Community members expressed shock and sadness over the loss of the UPS driver, describing him as a friendly and familiar face in the area. The driver was known to regularly have his lunch at a specific spot, and his sudden and violent death has left those who knew him reeling.
UPS released a statement expressing their condolences and commitment to supporting the investigation into the incident. The company emphasized the importance of the safety and well-being of their employees, offering counseling services to those affected by the tragedy.
Irvine police continue to investigate the shooting and have urged anyone with information to contact them. The community has shown an outpouring of support and sympathy for the victim and his family in the wake of this senseless act of violence.