Crime & Safety
Violent Crime Spree; Deadly Argument: Carlsbad, SD County Crime Log
A look at some of this week's police, fire and courtroom stories from across San Diego County.

CARLSBAD, CA – The following is a collection of this week's police, fire and courtroom stories from across San Diego County.
Stories near Carlsbad and North County:
2 Arrested In Crime Spree From Coastal North County To South Bay
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Calvin Brown was being held at San Diego Central Jail and Rolaena Blunt was being held at Las Colinas in Santee.
'Light Dimmed': Fundraiser Launched After Dad Killed In SR-76 Crash
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"His legacy and love will live on within all those that knew and loved him."
A driver was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence and gross vehicular manslaughter in the death of a 12-year-old boy.
Witnesses reported that the victim and the suspected shooter were arguing outside their homes when the gunfire erupted.
Man Killed In Motorcycle Crash On SR-76 ID'd
The 33-year-old died at the scene of the crash.
4 Arrested During DUI Checkpoint In Encinitas
Four people were arrested during a DUI and driver's license checkpoint in the 1800 block of South Coast Highway 101.
Motorcyclist Killed In SR-76 Crash In San Diego County
The man was ejected from the motorcycle and pronounced dead at the scene.
Oceanside Resident Killed In Suspected DUI Crash In Vista
A woman was killed in a two-vehicle crash on SR-78. The driver of the other vehicle was arrested on suspicion of DUI, authorities said.
Other stories from across the county:
Man Killed By Falling Tree In East County Identified
Gary Zing, 59, died while cutting a tree at his home in El Cajon.
Fundraiser Supports Family Of SDSU Alum Lost At Yosemite National Park
Hayden Klemenok, 24, disappeared while backpacking with friends at Upper Chilnualna Falls.
The 47-year-old pedestrian was hospitalized with serious injuries.
Tips Sought: Woman Found Dead In Parked SUV In San Ysidro
The last known sighting of German Luna Salazar was in the area where his wife's body was found.
Victim Of Stabbing At San Diego Apartment ID'd, Suspect Charged With Murder
Jonathan Robert Camp pleaded not guilty to murder, plus an allegation that he used a knife in the killing.
Man Sentenced For Using Stolen Identities Of UCSD Students
An indictment states that Nehemiah Joel Weaver used stolen funds to buy a BMW 740i and made a number of other luxury purchases.
SUV Crashes Into 7-Eleven Store In Point Loma Heights
The store was closed until a structural engineer says it's safe to open.
The body of the unidentified man, who appeared to have been a transient in his 40s or 50s, was discovered at Bonita Cove Park.
Man Killed By Falling Tree In East County
The man was cutting down the tree at his home in El Cajon.
Man Fatally Shot, Another Wounded In July 4 Shooting In East County
A man was shot to death and another man was wounded during a Fourth of July shooting in Spring Valley, authorities said.
Firefighters Battle 4-Acre Wildfire Near Imperial Beach
The fire did not threaten any structures and no evacuations were required.
Homicide Suspect Confesses To Stabbing Roommate In San Diego
The suspect allegedly told homicide detectives that he stabbed the victim, but didn't provide a reason.
Hatchet-Wielding Man Prompts 7-Hour Standoff At Santee Walmart
The store was evacuated and closed, and the sheriff's SWAT and crisis negotiations teams were called to the scene.
11 Arrested During DUI Checkpoint In Pacific Beach
Authorities screened 1,014 vehicles and evaluated 21 drivers during the checkpoint, police said.
Man Fatally Struck By Vehicle In Old Town Area Of San Diego
Paramedics rushed the man to a hospital, where he died from his injuries.
Police Officer Struck By SUV In Coronado
A Coronado motorcycle police sergeant was taken to a hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
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