Joseph Jessie Veloz, 26, of Fontana, California, was shot during an altercation on January 30, 2022, in San Bernardino. The shooting occurred about 12:05 p.m. near 1245 North E Street; Veloz was taken in a private vehicle to St. Bernardine Medical Center and later died of his injuries.

Police say the dispute involved 27-year-old Jimmy Steven Poindexter Jr. Witnesses reported the argument escalated and Poindexter Jr. shot Veloz. Poindexter Jr. was arrested on February 7, 2022, at 177 East 14th Street and charged with murder, assault with a deadly weapon, and probation violations. Detective K. Hernandez is assigned to the investigation and authorities have asked the community for additional information.

Does anyone have information about Veloz’s activities near North E Street on January 30, 2022, or knowledge that could help the investigation?