Man arrested after Inland Empire fireworks incident leaves 1 dead, others severely injured

An incident involving fireworks left a person dead and three others injured, including a minor, in Chino on the Fourth of July, authorities said.

According to the city of Chino, officers responded to reports of a vehicle fire on the 5600 block of D Street at about 8:30 p.m.

Upon arrival, officers found four victims who'd suffered injuries, including three adults severely injured.

All four were rushed to a local hospital, including a minor who was evaluated. 

One of the victims, identified only as a woman in her 20s, was later pronounced dead. Her identity is pending notification of next of kin. The other two adults are expected to survive with serious injuries, police said.

The extent of the child's injuries was unclear as of Sunday morning, but they have since been released from the hospital.

Investigations revealed that a "large quantity" of fireworks ignited, causing an explosion. In addition to the injuries, a vehicle was set on fire in the explosion.

Police said a 28-year-old man, identified as Derion Tradon James Jr. of Hesperia, was arrested on suspicion of involuntary manslaughter.

No additional details were immediately made available.