Motorist Charged After Brandishing BB Gun in Road Rage Incident

UPDATE: A 36-year-old motorist, Willow Aragno, has been charged with a misdemeanor following a dangerous road rage incident in Saugus, California. The L.A. County District Attorney’s Office filed the charge on September 13, 2023, just days after Aragno allegedly threatened another driver with a BB gun during an altercation on September 9.

The incident unfolded around 4:00 PM near the intersection of Copper Hill Drive and Decoro Drive, according to an investigation by the Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station. Reports indicate that Aragno was driving a black Toyota and was observed behaving erratically behind the victim’s vehicle. The situation escalated when both vehicles stopped, and Aragno allegedly brandished what appeared to be a semiautomatic firearm, specifically identified as a Beretta M9 by the victim, who has military experience.

Detectives initially classified the incident as an assault with a deadly weapon. The victim, fearing for his safety, provided a description of the events, which led to a photographic lineup where he positively identified Aragno. The Sheriff’s Department confirmed that while Aragno owned a registered handgun, it was not the M9 model mentioned.

Aragno was arrested on September 11 and subsequently released on her own recognizance following her preliminary arraignment on September 13. As the case develops, the L.A. County District Attorney’s Office has yet to provide further comments on the charges.

This alarming incident raises significant concerns about road safety and aggressive driving behaviors on California streets. The community is urged to remain vigilant and report any aggressive driving incidents to local authorities.

Stay tuned for more updates as this story unfolds. The implications of such reckless actions highlight the urgent need for awareness and safety on the roads.