Arson Arrest; Vehicle Crashes Into House: La Mesa, SD County Crime Log

LA MESA, CA — The following is a collection of this week's police, fire and courtroom stories from across San Diego County.

Stories near La Mesa and East County:

Man Killed In Motorcycle Crash In Lakeside ID'd

He was ejected onto the road, suffered major injuries and died at the scene, according to the CHP.

Woman Gets Jail, Probation For Crash That Killed Motorcyclist

Sarah Meland pleaded guilty to gross vehicular manslaughter for the San Carlos crash that killed El Cajon resident Dane Terry.

Vehicle Crashes Into House In El Cajon; No Injuries

Police said drugs or alcohol were not a factor in the crash.

Man Stabbed In Fight At Lakeside Park

A group of people began fighting in the park and one man was stabbed and taken to a hospital.

Arson Suspect Arrested In Connection To Lemon Grove Motel Fire

Carlos Antonio Landa, 39, is being held on numerous arson and assault-related charges, with bail set at $250,000.

Other stories from across the county:

1 Man Shot To Death, Another Wounded Near Border

One man was pronounced dead and the other was taken to a hospital.

Motorist Crashes Into Tree On I-905 In San Ysidro

The crash victim was taken to Mercy Hospital.

Man Pleads Guilty To Distributing Fentanyl That Caused Carlsbad Man's Death

A man who sold fentanyl that resulted in the death of a Carlsbad man pleaded guilty to federal fentanyl distribution and possession charges.

CHP: San Diego Man Faces Possible Manslaughter Charge For Wrong-Way Crash

Fernando Goneortiz was initially taken into custody on suspicion of driving under the influence but was taken to a hospital for treatment.

Police Seek Help In Finding Skateboard Suspects In Balboa Park Assault

A pair of teen skateboarders who attacked a man in Balboa Park, knocking him unconscious with their boards.

Teacher Facing New Sex Charges Involving Second Minor Victim

The Lincoln Acres Elementary School teacher is already charged with engaging in sex acts with a former student.

Panga Boat Found On Dog Beach In Ocean Beach

There were several life preservers and gas cans onboard.

Motorist Dies After Crashing Into Mira Mesa Traffic Signal

The man suffered serious injuries and was rushed by ambulance to Scripps Mercy Hospital, where he was pronounced dead.

Senior Citizen Found Dead On Trail In Rancho Bernardo

An 80-year-old man was found dead on a hiking trail in Rancho Bernardo.

Man Gets 16 Years To Life For Fatal Pacific Beach Restroom Stabbing

Martin Alvarez, 36, pleaded guilty to second-degree murder for the Aug. 16, 2020, slaying of Michael Wagley, 39.

Truck Driver Pulls Man From Burning Sedan On I-15 In Miramar Area

The vehicle crashed into a guardrail and burst into flames, the California Highway Patrol reported.

Fire Burns Over 100 Acres At MCAS Miramar

Military officials said the fire was caused by an explosive ordnance disposal detonation during training.

Man Sentenced For Homeless Man's Killing In Hillcrest

Darcell Moore, 43, was convicted by a jury of first-degree murder, robbery and assault in connection with the slaying of Shawn Puzzo.

Bicyclist Injured In Chula Vista Hit-And-Run Crash

Paramedics took the bicyclist to a hospital.

Man Gets 31 Years To Life For 1987 Murder, Rape In Carlsbad

James Charles Kingery, 57, was found guilty by a Vista jury of killing 26-year-old Julia Hernandez-Santiago.

Man Convicted Of Murdering Brother With Crossbow At City Heights Park

Adam Thomas, 22, was found guilty by a San Diego jury last week in the Aug. 9, 2021, killing of his 22-year-old brother Trenton Thomas.

Man Arrested In Shooting Death In Redwood Village Neighborhood

Esteban Elizondo, 39, was booked into San Diego Central Jail without bail.

Man Dies In Fall On Sorrento Valley Hiking Trail

The San Diego County Medical Examiner's Office was investigating the cause of death.

Motorist Dies In Crash On I-15 In San Diego

A 28-year-old man died when his vehicle struck a freeway sign pole on southbound Interstate 15 just north of state Route 52.

3 Officers Injured In Beach Patrol Cart Accident Near La Jolla

The officers were taken to a hospital with minor injuries.