CARLSBAD, CA — Here is a collection of this week's police, fire and courtroom stories from across San Diego County.
Stories in Carlsbad and North County:
Carlsbad Man Arrested After Deputies Seize Firearms During Gang Investigation
Sheriff's detectives said the investigation linked the suspect to the Vista Home Boys gang.
Human Remains Found At Palomar Mountain Not Believed Connected To Missing Oceanside Woman
The San Diego County Sheriff's Office is handling the human remains investigation.
Woman Injured In Poway Assault With Deadly Weapon: Sheriff's Office
Paramedics took her to a local hospital for treatment.
Driver Killed In Wrong-Way Crash On I-15 In Fallbrook
The pileup forced a several-hour closure of the southbound side of the freeway, according to the CHP.
Other stories from across the county:
La Jolla Man Pleads Guilty To Kicking Sea Lion At La Jolla Cove
The 18-year-old admitted to repeatedly kicking the animal in a July incident captured on video and widely circulated online.
2 Men Shot After Leaving North Park Bar
Neither victim knew the suspect, police said.
Social Media Figures Arrested In San Diego Street Racing Crackdown
Investigators said social media posts helped identify participants in sideshows at San Diego intersections.
Woman Seriously Wounded In Stabbing At Valencia Park Sober-Living Home
Paramedics took the victim to a hospital for treatment of a severe wound, SDPD Officer Colin Steinbroner said.
Arguments Made In Appeal Of TikTok Creator Convicted In East Village Murders
Ali Abulaban is appealing his convictions for two counts of first-degree murder.
Tips Sought In Long-Unsolved El Cajon Murder
The remains of 30-year-old Alicia Ledezma Sanchez were discovered in an open area off the 1300 block of Avocado Avenue on Aug. 13, 1998.
Antisemitic, Racial Slurs Spray-Painted At UCSD Jewish Fraternity House
Investigators are seeking witnesses who may have seen a person or vehicle near the University City home.
Death Penalty Sought For Mother Charged With Spring Valley Girl's Murder
Both trials are slated to begin next year.
Man Sentenced For Stabbing Pregnant Woman In Mira Mesa
Cole Klemke, 29, pleaded guilty to attempted murder for the June 15, 2024 attack on a woman who was four months pregnant.
Domestic Violence Suspect Arrested After La Mesa Shooting, Attempted Attack On Officers
Police said the man raised a handgun, pointed it at officers and pulled the trigger, but the gun apparently malfunctioned.
Driver Severely Injured After Crashing Stolen SUV During Police Pursuit In San Diego
The driver lost control and struck a curb and telephone pole before continuing north and hitting a parked car, police said.
Patrolman Who Opened Fire On Vehicle In San Ysidro Identified
A passenger in the car suffered a gunshot wound to the shoulder and was taken to a hospital, SDPD Officer Colin Steinbroner said.
Biker Killed In Crash With Pickup Truck In San Diego
The motorcyclist, who was ejected from his bike, was pronounced dead at the scene.
Man Sentenced For In-Custody Attacks On Sheriff's Deputies
Ernesto Olea, 31, pleaded guilty to a pair of attacks that occurred months apart.
Optometrist Sentenced For San Diego County Sex Crimes
Brandon Zoeckler was convicted by a San Diego jury earlier this year of six of seven felony charges filed against him.
Motorcyclist Killed After Crashing Into Parked Cars In East County: Police
Excessive speed appears to have been a factor, police said.
Wife Killed, Husband Critically Injured In Mira Mesa Shooting
The woman was pronounced dead at the scene, police said.
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