ENCINITAS, CA — Here is a collection of this week's police, fire and courtroom stories from across San Diego County.
Stories near Encinitas and North County:
Death Of Carlsbad Woman In Remote Big Sur Area Under Investigation
Deputies recovered her body with assistance from the California Highway Patrol's H70 Air Unit.
Pedestrian Killed, Driver Arrested In Hit-And-Run Crash In Oceanside
The hit-and-run driver was later found and taken into custody, police said.
Fire Prompts Temporary Evacuation At Oceanside Senior Living Facility
Officials said there was no structural damage, though some areas sustained smoke impact and minor water damage from the sprinkler system.
San Marcos Man Drowns In Colorado River
Officials extended condolences to the victim's family.
2 Plead Guilty To Roles In Fatal Human Smuggling Attempt Near Del Mar
The mass-casualty accident involved a boat loaded with 19 people that left Mexico on May 4, 2025, then overturned the following day.
Pedestrian Fatally Struck By Car In Oceanside
The 57-year-old man suffered severe head injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene despite life-saving efforts by officers, police said.
2 Rescued After Sailboat Overturns In Oceanside Harbor
Rescue operations took place in an area impacted by strong currents and hazardous surf conditions near the jetty.
Motorcycle Rider Killed In San Marcos Crash
The motorcycle crashed into a construction sign on state Route 78 in San Marcos, according to the California Highway Patrol.
Other stories from across the county:
Missing San Diego Teen Found In Hotel Room With Man, Police Say
The man was arrested Wednesday when authorities found him in a motel room with a missing San Diego teen.
Armed Woman Shot By Police After Reported Stabbing In San Diego: Sheriff's Office
The woman advanced toward the officers, and one officer fired multiple rounds, striking the suspect, according to the sheriff's office.
3 Suspects Arrested In Fatal Barrio Logan Stabbing, 4th Suspect At Large
The San Diego Police Department responded after getting several reports about the stabbing.
Driver Involved In 2023 Colina Del Sol Homicide Arrested At US Border
Jose Campas was detained as he attempted to cross into the U.S. from Mexico at the Otay Mesa Port of Entry.
2 Men Stabbed In Imperial Beach, Police Say
It was not immediately clear if the incidents were connected, authorities said Wednesday.
Teen On Dirt Bike Hospitalized In Crash With SUV In San Diego
A 14-year-old boy was seriously injured when he collided with another vehicle while riding a dirt bike in San Diego's Encanto neighborhood.
2 Plead Guilty To San Diego County Mail Theft Spree
The pair are slated to be sentenced in June.
Parking Lot Attendant Hit In Head With Cane Near Petco Park
A police K-9 unit was used, and the suspect was bitten on the arm before being taken into custody, officials said.
Santee Business Owner Arrested On Suspicion Of Firing Gun, Threatening Deputies
Detectives recovered a 9mm handgun and multiple shell casings from the business, officials said.
At Least 1 Killed In Fiery Crash On South Bay Freeway In Bonita
The wreckage blocked eastbound lanes 2 and 3 of the South Bay Freeway and prompted a SigAlert.
Residents Escape House After Fire Breaks Out In Garage
Two people made it out of the home safely by the time firefighters arrived.
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