On June 18, 2026, Robert Gabriel Galtman allegedly shot and killed Veronica Lopez, his 24-year-old girlfriend, and Richard Brady, a 48-year-old man, at an apartment complex in Pomona, California. Following the shootings, Galtman led the California Highway Patrol on a lengthy pursuit ending in Lancaster, where he was arrested. The motive remains unclear, but relatives indicated domestic violence concerns and urged Lopez to leave Galtman. Galtman was held on $3.1 million bail.
Country: United States
State/Province: California, United States
City/Region: Pomona
Incident Type: Domestic Violence Homicide
Relationship Status: Dating
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Incident Date: June 18, 2026
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2026-06-18
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Man kills 2 in Pomona, leads CHP on lengthy pursuit to Lancaster, authorities say
Domestic Violence
The incident involves a domestic violence pattern where the suspect, the victim's boyfriend, allegedly killed her and another man who intervened. Family members had previously expressed concerns about abuse and urged the victim to leave the suspect. The suspect's violent behavior escalated to a fatal shooting and a dangerous police pursuit.
Authorities arrested Robert Galtman after a lengthy pursuit ending in Lancaster. The motive remains unclear, but family reports of domestic violence and repeated requests for the victim to leave the suspect are noted. Galtman is held on $3.1 million bail. Investigation is ongoing.
No significant confusion reported; suspect identified and arrested. Motive remains officially unrevealed but family statements suggest domestic violence context.
On June 18, 2026, Robert Galtman allegedly shot Veronica Lopez and Richard Brady at their apartment complex in Pomona. Police responded to shots fired and found both victims deceased. Galtman fled in a vehicle, leading to a 90-minute pursuit by CHP ending in Lancaster with his arrest. Family members reported prior domestic violence and urged Lopez to leave Galtman. Brady was reportedly helping Lopez out of an abusive situation when he was killed.
High risk indicated by prior domestic violence allegations, family warnings, and escalation to lethal violence.
Domestic violence warnings from family members are critical early signals. Intervention by third parties can increase risk. Escalation from abuse allegations to lethal violence can occur rapidly. Law enforcement pursuit and arrest are key to preventing further harm.
Repeated family requests for Veronica Lopez to leave Robert Galtman and reports of abuse were the most significant early signals.
Family statements about domestic violence and the suspect's residence at the crime scene helped connect the case.
Police reports of shots fired, victim identification, and the suspect's vehicle pursuit were strongest evidence types.
Statements from Veronica Lopez's sister Sabrina Lopez and Richard Brady's brother David Brady provided insight into the domestic violence context and victim profiles. No other witness statements reported.
No follow-up reports available beyond initial arrest and family statements.
The exact motive behind the shootings remains unclear; details about the suspect's occupation and the relationship duration are not reported.