Take a look at some of this week's police, fire and courtroom stories from across San Diego County.
The road-rage incident left a pedestrian severely injured and multiple vehicles damaged, authorities said.
The two riders on the e-bike, an adult and a juvenile, were taken to hospitals for treatment, officials said.
Detectives identified the suspect as Vista resident Cesar Cervantes, according to the Carlsbad Police Department.
Preliminary findings indicate alcohol consumption may have been a factor in the crash, police said.
The suspect was arrested in connection with a two-vehicle collision that killed the other driver.
Kenneth Wayne Ash of Oceanside was arrested on suspicion of multiple charges, including carjacking, evading police and resisting arrest.
National Night Out events aim to promote strong police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie.
A Carlsbad man was arrested and booked into the Vista Detention Facility on suspicion of murder, police said.
The suspect forced his way into the victim's bedroom armed with a box cutter, according to the San Diego County Sheriff's Office.
There were significant signs of trauma at the scene of a trailer home, the San Diego County Sheriff's Department says.
Two suspects found setting off or selling dangerous fireworks were arrested across the county. Here's what happened.
State park rangers took Justin M. Dake, 29, into custody without incident at Carlsbad State Beach, authorities said.
Mark "Gator" Rogowski was sentenced to 31 years to life behind bars for the 1991 killing of 22-year-old Jessica Bergsten.
The fire scorched 45 acres and forced people to evacuate areas east of Rancho Santa Fe Road and south of San Elijo Road.
The Claro Fire broke out Thursday afternoon amid the brush near eastern Carlsbad and the western San Marcos city limit.
Police found the bodies inside the home with no obvious signs of trauma, according to authorities.
People were advised to avoid the area, authorities said.
There were no reports of injuries.
Deputies detained the suspect at the crime scene, sheriff's officials said.
Authorities are seeking additional victims.
The new restraining order imposed prevents Alexander Paffendorf, 20, from owning or purchasing firearms for the three-year period.