SAN DIEGO, CA — Here is a collection of this week’s police, fire and courtroom stories from across San Diego County.
2 Men, Juvenile Arrested In East County Transit Center Robbery
The arrests stem from an Oct. 12, 2025, robbery at the Massachusetts Avenue Transit Center in Lemon Grove.
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2 Arrested After Oceanside Search Uncovers Illegal Firearm, Stolen Property
Both men were booked into the Vista Detention Facility, sheriff’s officials said.
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Vegetation Fire Sparks Near San Diego-Riverside County Line
The blaze, called the Crosley Fire, broke out near Highway 79 and Crosley Truck Trail, according to Cal Fire.
Police Shut Down 4 Carlsbad Massage Parlors In Prostitution Probe
Detectives served eight search warrants during the investigation, leading to seven arrests and the seizure of $35,477, police said.
Ex-Christian Youth Theater Employee Pleads Guilty To Sex Crime With Teen
David Hott, 39, is one of several ex-employees of the program who has been accused in either criminal or civil proceedings of sexual abuse.
1 Of 2 Men Convicted In El Cajon Killing Sentenced To Life Without Parole
Davarold Jucynn Zeno, 25, was found guilty by an El Cajon jury of first-degree murder.
No Charges Filed Vs. Ex-TV Journalist Arrested For Palomar Shootings
Ricardo Berron was arrested last week at San Diego International Airport and booked into county jail, but was released on bail.
Parents Arrested After ‘Out-Of-Control’ House Party Draws Hundreds In Rancho Santa Fe
Two adults were arrested on suspicion of violating the county’s social host ordinance.
Ex-SDSU Police Sergeant Pleads Guilty To Child Porn Charge
Authorities said the investigation uncovered more than 600 files of child sexual abuse material.
Driver Arrested After Firearm Discharges During Carlsbad Crash
The suspect remains under police supervision while receiving medical care, police said.
Man Stabbed While Walking To San Diego Convenience Store
The victim was walking to the store while talking on his phone when a man approached him from behind and stabbed him, police said.
Shooting Victim Dies At East County Fire Station: Sheriff’s Office
Emergency personnel attempted lifesaving measures, but the man died at the station, officials said.
Man Arrested After 1 Killed, 1 Injured In Deadly North County Shooting
A Fallbrook resident was arrested on suspicion of murder and attempted murder, according to the San Diego County Sheriff’s Office.
Woman Sentenced To Prison For Stabbing 2 Men In Ocean Beach
Jana Halaska, 30, pleaded guilty to charges of assault with a deadly weapon for the April 13, 2025, stabbings.
Murder Convictions Upheld For DUI Driver Who Killed 2 In Torrey Pines Crash
Christopher Ray Schmittel, 23, was found guilty by a San Diego jury of causing the deaths of Joshua Manzanares and Johnny Punzalan, both 19.
3 People Stabbed In National City Gathering, Suspect At Large
Officers believe all three stabbings were linked to the incident, according to the National City Police Department.
Deputies Ramp Up DUI Patrols On St. Patrick’s Day In San Diego County
An impaired driving arrest and conviction can cost more than $15,000 in legal and court fees, according to the sheriff’s office.
Fire Sparks At Oceanside Strip Mall
Nearly 30 firefighters from the Oceanside, Carlsbad and Vista fire departments responded to the blaze.
21 Displaced, Firefighter Injured In Oceanside Apartment Building Fire
The American Red Cross assisted displaced residents with temporary housing and other support services.
Man Fatally Shoots Himself While Being Detained In San Diego
The officers, who did not fire their guns during the encounter, sustained minor injuries while trying to detain the man, officials said.
Murder Suspect Who Hanged Self In San Diego Jail ID’d
Grant Parker, 34, was in custody at the jail when sheriff’s deputies found him hanging inside his assigned cell.
San Diego Jail Inmate Dies At Hospital After Fainting In Custody
The inmate was facing charges related to possession of an illegal weapon, according to deputies.
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