Deputies Found Man Dead in San Bernardino Home

A 66-year-old man died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound inside his Argyle Court residence.

Updated on Sept. 23, 2026 in Accidents

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San Bernardino County Sheriff's deputies discovered Kevin Patmon deceased following a welfare check at his residence on Argyle Court. Medical personnel declared the 66-year-old dead at the scene.

Why it matters

The discovery occurred after authorities entered the home following failed attempts to make contact with the occupant. Investigators concluded the man died of a self-inflicted gunshot wound.

Deputies responded to the 25000 block of Argyle Court at 5:06 a.m. to conduct a welfare check. Authorities have confirmed the decedent was the only person inside the home at the time of the incident.

The players

Kevin Patmon

The 66-year-old resident was found deceased inside his San Bernardino home.

San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department

The local law enforcement agency responsible for investigating the death and conducting the welfare check.

The details

Specialized Enforcement Division personnel gained entry to the home after attempts to reach the occupant via cellphone and PA announcements were unsuccessful. Officials officially pronounced the man dead at the site.

Timeline

  1. Deputies were dispatched to the residence on September 21, 2026, at 5:06 a.m.

Legal Context

This response adheres to standard Sheriff's Department welfare check protocols for residential incidents. Similar welfare investigations are conducted regularly within the county to ensure resident safety and address emergency reports.

There are no ongoing safety threats to the neighborhood following this incident. Local residents are not expected to see changes to traffic or security measures in the Argyle Court area.

The takeaway

This event serves as a reminder of the critical role local law enforcement plays in performing welfare checks for isolated residents. Families seeking information on department resources for mental health or safety concerns should contact local authorities.

Further reading

Learn more about local emergency response procedures in the San Bernardino Accidents section.

More information

For additional updates, visit the San Bernardino County Sheriff reporting portal.

Source note: This article includes information reported by Gold Rush Cam.