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NewsTelemundo 52 — LocalJuly 17, 2026Los Angeles

Santa Ana Man Charged with Murder of Mother in Fullerton

Emmanuel Wesley, 23, has been charged with the murder of his mother, Theresa Jones, 61, after she was found shot to death in her vehicle. Prosecutors allege the shooting occurred outside the Fullerton Police Department on July 4, 2026.

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Why It Matters

A criminal case is proceeding in Orange County Superior Court against a defendant facing a potential sentence of 50 years to life for the death of his mother.

Key Facts

  • Emmanuel Wesley is charged with one felony count of murder with a sentencing enhancement for discharging a firearm causing death.
  • The victim, Theresa Jones, was shot twice in the back while in the driver's seat of her vehicle.
  • The incident allegedly occurred outside the Fullerton Police Department on July 4, 2026, at approximately 2:46 p.m.
  • The victim was reported missing on July 7, 2026, after failing to pick up her grandson.
  • The victim's body was discovered in her vehicle parked in front of a church in Fullerton on July 11, 2026.
  • Surveillance footage allegedly shows the defendant moving the victim to the passenger seat and driving the vehicle away from the police station.
  • The defendant has entered a plea of not guilty.
  • The defendant is currently held in the Orange County Jail without bail.
  • If convicted on all charges, the defendant faces a sentence of 50 years to life in prison.

Who's Mentioned

organizationFullerton Police Department“Location of the alleged incident and reporting agency.”personTodd Spitzer“Orange County District Attorney.”personEmmanuel Wesley“Defendant charged with murder.”other23“Age of the defendant.”other50“Minimum years of potential prison sentence.”other61“Age of the victim.”personTheresa Jones“Victim of the alleged crime.”organizationOrange County District Attorney's Office“Prosecuting authority.”locationOrange County Jail“Place of detention for the defendant.”