Man Arrested for Attempted Kidnapping in Ontario

Suspect tried to pull woman into his car before fleeing, police say

Published on Mar. 9, 2026

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Police in Ontario, California have arrested a 29-year-old Rancho Cucamonga man, Israel Alejandro Carrizalez, for an attempted kidnapping after he allegedly tried to pull a woman into his car as she was walking alone on Saturday night. The victim suffered minor injuries during the struggle before the suspect fled the scene. Carrizalez was later located at a home in Rancho Cucamonga and taken into custody on felony charges of kidnapping and false imprisonment.

Why it matters

Attempted kidnappings are serious crimes that can traumatize victims and raise public safety concerns in the local community. This incident highlights the need for vigilance and the importance of reporting suspicious activity to the authorities.

The details

According to police, the incident occurred around 10:20 p.m. on Saturday in the 2700 block of E. Inland Empire Boulevard in Ontario. A witness reported seeing a vehicle pull up alongside a woman who was walking alone, and then observed the suspect, Carrizalez, attempting to drag the woman into his car. When the witness approached, the suspect released the woman and fled the area. The victim suffered minor scratches and torn clothing during the struggle.

  • The incident occurred around 10:20 p.m. on Saturday, March 8, 2026.
  • Carrizalez was later located and arrested at a home in Rancho Cucamonga.

The players

Israel Alejandro Carrizalez

A 29-year-old man from Rancho Cucamonga who was arrested and charged with kidnapping and false imprisonment in relation to the attempted kidnapping incident.

Ontario Police Department

The law enforcement agency that responded to the incident, arrested the suspect, and is investigating the case.

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What they’re saying

“Due to the seriousness of the incident, detectives believe there may be additional victims.”

— Ontario Police Department (cbsnews.com)

What’s next

Police are asking anyone with information about the incident or the suspect to contact them at (909) 408-1748.

The takeaway

This attempted kidnapping serves as a reminder for the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to the authorities. The quick response and investigation by the Ontario Police Department led to the arrest of the suspect, but there are concerns that there may be additional victims.