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Meth In Squash; Sex Offender Release: Carlsbad, SD County Crime Log

Take a look at some of this week's police, fire and courtroom stories from across San Diego County.

Authorities squashed a smuggling attempt when they found more than $18 million in methamphetamine hidden in a shipment of squash at the U.S.-Mexico border.
Authorities squashed a smuggling attempt when they found more than $18 million in methamphetamine hidden in a shipment of squash at the U.S.-Mexico border. (U.S. Customs and Border Protection)

CARLSBAD, CA — Here is a collection of this week's police, fire and courtroom stories from across San Diego County.

Stories near Carlsbad and North County:

Driver Killed, Passenger Injured In Rollover Crash On I-15

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The crash happened on northbound I-15, south of Deer Springs Road in unincorporated Escondido, according to the CHP.

Authorities ID Teen Fatally Shot In North County

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The boy was shot when an unknown suspect got out of a vehicle and fired several rounds toward a group of people, Lt. Michael Krugh said.

Motorcyclist Killed After Crashing Into Retaining Wall In North County

The 40-year-old rider was fatally injured in the Fallbrook crash, authorities said.

Kitchen Fire Prompts Evacuations At Oceanside Apartment Complex

Investigators said the cause of the fire appeared to be accidental, likely stemming from unattended cooking.

Motorcycle Rider Killed In North County Crash

The rider's identity was not immediately made public.

Other stories from across the county:

Closing Arguments Upcoming In 'JinnKid' Double Murder Trial

Prosecutors allege Ali Abulaban killed both victims because he was angered that his wife no longer wanted to remain married to him.

Driver Injured When Vehicle Goes Off Road In San Diego

The driver was taken to a hospital and treated for a fractured left femur and ankle, police said.

Jacumba Hot Springs Residents Notified Of Sex Offender's Release

David Muñoz is registered as a sexually violent predator and sex offender with the California Department of Justice and the county.

Man Struck By Vehicle While Running Across Street In Pacific Beach

The pedestrian sustained a large cut to his right groin area requiring surgery, police said.

Officers Who Fatally Shot Suspect In Mission Valley ID'd

The suspect died at the scene of the shooting.

Officer, Suspect ID'd In Chollas View Police Shooting

The police shooting was the first of two to occur in San Diego within a roughly 24-hour period.

Man Accused Of Exposing Himself To Multiple Women In San Diego County

Authorities are seeking other possible victims.

2 Injured In Clairemont Mesa Apartment Fire

An apartment fire left two people injured.

The drugs weighed 11,469 pounds and were valued at $18,350,400, according to U.S. Customs and Border Protection.

Man Sentenced For Fatal East County Freeway Shooting

A La Mesa man who chased after another vehicle on SR-94 and fatally shot its driver was sentenced to 50 years to life in state prison.

East County Motorcyclist Ejected, Killed In Crash In South Bay

The Kawasaki motorcycle struck a broken-down car on northbound I-805 in Chula Vista, officials said.

Wrong-Way Driver Fatally Struck After Running From Freeway Crash: CHP

After the crash, the driver of the truck left his vehicle and ran across the freeway, where he was struck by a Ford F-150, officials said.

Crews Battle Energy Storage Fire Near Otay Mesa

A total of 40 personnel were assigned to the fire, including one truck, five engines and equipment for hazardous materials.

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