Multiple Reports Of Unlawful Discharge Of Firearms In Oceanside

OCEANSIDE, CA — Oceanside Police responded to a report of gunfire in the area of Pala and Los Arbolitos Streets early Wednesday morning, August 18. When officers arrived, they located several expended shell casings in the intersection. The officers were unable to locate any injured parties or property damage.

On August 15th at 10 PM Officers responded to calls in the same area regarding gunfire and again recovered expended casings. In addition to this call the department received additional calls from the 4600 block of Maple Dr and the 4900 block of Bella Colina. Shell casings were located on Maple Dr. There was no report of injuries or property damage at either of these locations.

Residents are reminded that the negligent and reckless discharge of a firearm is a Felony Crime that could result in an offender being sentenced to prison and is extremely dangerous to people on the ground.

Anyone with information regarding these cases are encouraged to call Detective Sergeant Keli Garcia at 760-435 -4815

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