Police Files

Pedestrian struck and killed by vehicle on PCH

Newport Beach Police reported a fatal traffic collision involving a pedestrian and vehicle at approximately 10:32 a.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 9, in the 3400 block of Pacific Coast Highway. According to police, the driver remained on scene following the incident to cooperate with officers.

Police closed westbound PCH, diverting traffic up Riverside Ave. One lane of eastbound traffic was closed on PCH at Newport Blvd.

The Orange County Coroner’s office later identified the decedent as 86-year-old Robert Di Tomaso, of Irvine.

No charges were brought against the driver of the vehicle.

Chadwick pleads guilty to wife’s 2012 killing

Peter Gregory Chadwick, 57, Newport Beach, pleaded guilty Wednesday in Orange County Superior Court for the killing of Quee Choo “Q.C.” Lim Chadwick in their Newport Coast home back in 2012.

Chadwick was alleged to have strangled his wife and then dumped her in a trash bin in San Diego.

Following the murder, he disappeared for four years and was found in 2019 in Mexico following an international hunt.

He showed remorse at the court hearing, apologizing for her death.

Orange County Superior Court Judge Kimberly Menninger sentenced Chadwick to 15 years to life in a state prison as part of his plea agreement.

Chadwick also abandoned two children the day of the murder and they were subsequently raised by other family members.

NBPD to have additional forces on patrol for Super Bowl weekend…don’t drive impaired

The Newport Beach Police Department (NBPD) reminds football fans to stick to a safe game plan and designate a sober driver if you plan on drinking at a Super Bowl LVI watch party.

During Super Bowl LVI weekend (Feb. 12 & 13), the NBPD will have additional officers on patrol looking for drivers suspected of being under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs.

“If you plan to have a drink or two, choose a sober way to get to and from wherever you are watching the game,” said Lieutenant Ryan Peters. “Have a ride-hailing service or a family member who hasn’t been drinking take you home.”

The Newport Beach Police Department reminds the public that alcohol is not the only substance that impairs. Marijuana, prescription drugs and over-the-counter medications can all affect your ability to drive safely. Do your research and understand the potential side effects of certain drugs.

“When it comes to getting to and from places safely, we’re all on the same team,” Sergeant Corey Wolik said. “The choice is simple: Don’t drive impaired.”

Funding for this program is provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.