Who was John Mammone? Dana Point cyclist stabbing video leaves internet in disbelief
Samuel Coleman
Published Jan 10, 2026
Laguna Break cyclist and specialist Michael John Mammone was struck by a vehicle and cut at Dana Point, a convergence on the Pacific Coast Expressway and Crown Valley Road. The individual who fiercely went after him was confined by the police. Netizens took to virtual entertainment to communicate their shock over the occurrence.
Recently, Michael Mammone was on an off-road bicycle riding towards the north on the Pacific Coast Thruway when he was struck by the suspect, Vanroy Evan Smith’s vehicle. The last then left his white Lexus and attacked the 58-year-old with a blade. Prior to doing as such, witnesses uncovered that he held a BB firearm as he strolled towards him.
Observers kept the suspect until policing at Dana Point. Mammone was raced to a nearby medical clinic where he was articulated dead. It was uncovered that he experienced “extreme wounds” prior to being taken for care.
The 39-year-old suspect was arrested and set up for the Orange Region Prison on doubt of homicide. It has been uncovered that the blade that was utilized in the attack was found at the scene. Police uncovered that the two men didn’t appear to know one another. Sgt. Mike Woodruff said in a meeting with KCAL:
“As of right now we presently don’t really figure out the why… to the extent that inspiration and any sort of relationship. Examiners are keeping all choices open to actually take a look at those containers, maybe, to ensure they leave nothing uncovered.”
The specialist moved on from the Keck Institute of Medication at the College of South California in 1993. He filled in as a clinical expert in Laguna Ocean side and one more place where he had practical experience in Crisis Medication. He is related with the Provision Mission Emergency clinic in Laguna Ocean side also. They made an announcement following his passing that read:
“We are paralyzed by this staggering misfortune. The whole Mission Emergency clinic family is lamenting over the deficiency of an unbelievable doctor and companion.”
As per Medication Net, he had been rehearsing medication for the beyond 30 years. Data about his own life had not been unveiled at the hour of composing this article.
His passing is as of now being examined by the Orange District Sheriff’s Specialty Manslaughter Detail. Following his passing, Police Boss Jess Calvert said in a proclamation:
Web clients were stunned by the specialist’s demise. Many couldn’t comprehend the reason why the driver depended on cutting him. A few netizens imparted their sympathies to Mammone’s loved ones. Others likewise cheered the observers for guaranteeing that the suspect didn’t drive away. A couple of responses online read:
The Laguna Ocean side Autonomous detailed that those with any data about the event can contact the Orange Region Sheriff’s Specialization at (714) 288-6740. Mysterious data can likewise be given at 1 – 855-TIP-OCCS.