Body Found In Ocean; Motorcycle Gang Arrests; Sex Abuse Charges: Oceanside, San Diego County Crime Log

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

Stories near Oceanside and North County:

3 Escape Burning Vehicle, Hospitalized After Pala Crash

All three were taken to a hospital.

Other stories from across the county:

Man Arrested In 1999 Balboa Park Killing Of San Diego Woman

Christopher Creek, 52, was arrested in connection with the 1999 murder of Diane Ayres, a 23-year-old San Diego resident, police said.

Coast Guard Detains 26 Suspected Migrants Off Coast Of La Jolla

Crew members detained 24 adults and two unaccompanied children aboard the vessel, officials said.

Ex-Wife Of May Millete Affair Partner Testifies In Larry Millete's Trial

The testimony came in the murder trial of Larry Millete, who is accused of killing his wife because she sought a divorce.

Ex-Christian High School Teacher Pleads Guilty To Sex Abuse Charges

Kevin Conover, 50, was arrested last year following an investigation into reports that he had abused a minor.

Investigators Detain Employee In Alpine Smoke Shop Investigation

County code enforcement officials noted that there were several code violations at the business.

20 Felony Arrests, 14 Guns Seized During Hells Angels Gathering In San Diego County

Authorities conducted numerous traffic stops over the two-day operation.

4 Juvenile Suspects Sought After Youth Wounded In San Diego Shooting

The victim suffered a gunshot wound to the left leg and was taken to a hospital for treatment.

Ex-SDSU Police Officer Sentenced To Prison For Child Porn Possession

The former officer was sentenced for possessing child sex abuse material, including multiple videos of young girls being sexually abused.

Man Sentenced To 40 Years To Life In Prison For Lemon Grove Park Slaying

Andrew Cardona Gomez, 28, was found guilty by an El Cajon jury of second-degree murder for the Feb. 23, 2025, slaying of Anthony Trujillo.

Woman Whose Lifeless Body Was Found In Ocean Off Coast Of San Diego ID'd

The body was spotted in the water near the western terminus of Newport Avenue, according to the San Diego County Medical Examiner's Office.

May Millete's Friend Testifies Larry Monitored His Wife's Conversations

Courtney Nixon's testimony came in the trial of Larry Millete, who is accused of murdering his wife because she sought to divorce him.

2 Suspects Arrested In Connection With Utility Theft At El Cajon Home

Both suspects were charged with suspicion of burglary related to utility theft.

Teen Wounded In Drive-By Shooting In Clairemont

Paramedics took the victim to Sharp Memorial Hospital in Serra Mesa.

Dead Dog, Dozens Of Other Neglected Animals Removed From Rancho Santa Fe Property

Several animals showed signs of medical problems, including being underweight and suffering from skin and dental conditions, officials said.

Forward Movement Of Echo Fire Stopped In Southwest San Diego County

As of Sunday morning, containment was at 95%, fire officials reported.

May Millete's Affair Partner Testifies During Larry Millete's Murder Trial

The testimony came Monday from James "Jamey" Laird, who worked under May at the Southwest Regional Maintenance Center.

Police Investigate E-Bicyclist Critically Injured In San Diego Traffic Collision

The man was struck by a vehicle while riding an e-bike, police said.

Victim Of Fatal San Diego-Area Traffic Crash ID'd

Paramedics took the man to UCSD Medical Center in Hillcrest, where he was pronounced dead several hours later, officials said.

Attempted Murder Suspect, 85, Dies In San Diego Police Custody

The 85-year-old had been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder.

Driver Of Stolen Taxi Arrested After Leading Police On 25-Mile Chase: SDSO

The woman is accused of stealing a taxi and leading police on a 25-mile pursuit.