Human Remains Discovered on Apple Valley Property; Specialized Detectives Investigating
DATE: June 26, 2026, at 8:20 p.m.
INCIDENT: Death Investigation
LOCATION: 19000 Block of Crest Drive, Apple Valley
DECEDENT: Unknown
SUMMARY: On Friday, June 26, 2026, Apple Valley deputies responded to the 19000 block of Crest Drive for a report of found human remains. The property had been recently purchased, and while walking around the location, the reporting party discovered human remains. Upon arrival, the deputy located the remains and secured the scene.
The Sheriff’s Specialized Investigations Division – Homicide Detail responded and assumed the investigation. Detectives, along with the Coroner's Division and Crime Scene Specialists, searched the area and collected multiple bones. A preliminary examination revealed no obvious signs of trauma to the remains. An autopsy will be conducted, while additional information is pending DNA results for the identification of the remains.
Anyone with information regarding this incident is urged to contact the Homicide Detail at 909-890-4904. Callers wishing to remain anonymous should call or text “REPORT” to We-Tip at 844-909-3006. Online reporting is also available at https://mobile.catapultems.com/sbcsd/Sites.
Refer: Detective Ryan Grissom or Sergeant Bryan Sprague
Station: Homicide Detail
Phone No. 909-890-4904
Case No. DR# 182603751 H# 2026-064
SHANNON D. DICUS, Sheriff-Coroner San Bernardino County Sheriff-Coroner Department