Suspect wanted for kidnapping, falsely imprisoning and assaulting a Santa Ana woman

On 04/26/2020 at approximately 9:30 PM, wanted suspect Fernando Jr. Cervantes (21) went to the victim’s residence uninvited and, against her wishes, called the victim out, initiated an argument and then forcefully dragged her into a vehicle.

Cervantes drove her to the City of Upland where the victim managed to escape and was assisted by citizens who came to her aid.

A warrant for Cervantes’ arrest has been issued and he is believed to reside in the City of Upland or neighboring areas.

Description: Male, 5’05”, 150 lbs., Black Hair and Brown Eyes

Anyone with information on Cervantes’ whereabouts is asked to contact Detective Gallardo at JGallardo@santa-ana.org or (714) 245-8378

Art Pedroza Editor

Our Editor, Art Pedroza, worked at the O.C. Register and the OC Weekly and studied journalism at CSUF and UCI. He has lived in Santa Ana for over 30 years and has served on several city and county commissions. When he is not writing or editing Pedroza specializes in risk control and occupational safety. He also teaches part time at Cerritos College and CSUF. Pedroza has an MBA from Keller University.

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