Man Arrested Over Alleged Cross-State Shooting Spree

A Las Vegas man stands accused of carrying out a shooting spree from Nevada into Southern California, shocking communities along the route.

Quick Takes

Antonio Chaidez is accused of a cross-state shooting spree which injured three.
The alleged crime spree spanned from Blue Diamond, Nevada to Baker, California.
Incidents include shootings at a gas station and into parked semitrucks.
Chaidez reportedly led police on an 18-mile pursuit along the I-15 before his arrest.

The Shooting Spree Across Two States

Antonio Chaidez, a Nevada resident, allegedly launched a shooting spree stretching from the Mojave Desert in Southern Nevada to Baker in San Bernardino County, California. The first shooting was recorded around 2:36 a.m. off Interstate 15, injuring a man as he slept in his car. The violent events continued towards the California border, culminating in Baker where the chaos reached a mixed-use Chevron station.

Reports indicate Chaidez fired multiple rounds at the Chevron gas station in Baker, injuring a store clerk. He also allegedly shot at two semitrucks near the Chevron and struck some and then continued south. This series of events reportedly propelled him further into California and onto the radar of authorities.

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— SFGATE (@SFGate) April 1, 2025

The Arrest Along I-15

As the events unfolded, law enforcement pursued Chaidez, whose vehicle was later identified on Interstate 15. Gloria Orejel, a spokesperson for the sheriff’s department said that the chase for Chaidez went on for about 18 miles. Authorities succeeded in apprehending Chaidez, ending what was a tense situation across state lines.

Chaidez’s arrest marks an end to the immediate threat, but investigators have indicated the case is far from closed. The suspect faces at least one charge of attempted murder, and officials are soliciting further information from the public to aid their investigation.

Ongoing Investigation

Following the arrest, the investigation remains active. Authorities believe there might be more to uncover concerning Chaidez’s motives or additional incidents along the way. They encourage anyone with knowledge related to these incidents to come forward with any information. The case serves as a reminder of the challenges faced by both local and interstate law enforcement and the critical importance of public aid in such investigations.

Authorities hope for a swift resolution to this case, with all victims receiving necessary medical attention and recovering in hospitals after the traumatic series of events.