Bank Robbery; Murder-Suicide; Arson Fire: SD County Police Log

SAN DIEGO COUNTY, CA – The following is a collection of this week's police, fire and courtroom stories from across San Diego County.

Pedestrian Killed In San Diego Traffic Fatality

A 54-year-old pedestrian was killed as he crossed the street in the Clairemont Mesa East neighborhood of San Diego.

Driver Killed In Dehesa-Area Car Crash

A motorist died in a solo car crash near Singing Hills Golf Course.

2 Pedestrians Struck In Fatal Collision Near Harbor

Two pedestrians died after being struck by a car, police said.

Man Pleads Not Guilty To Murder In Cousin's Stabbing

A man accused of fatally stabbing his cousin in a Sabre Springs park pleaded not guilty to her murder.

Ex-SD County Employee Charged With Profiting Off County Contracts

Rolf Bishop, 73, faces up to three years in prison and a fine if convicted.

Rider Dies After Fleeing Police, Hitting Guard Rail In San Diego

Police confirm the rider was not wearing a helmet at the time of the accident.

Deaths Of Mom, Toddler In Fall At Petco Park Ruled Murder-Suicide

Officials declined to disclose what might have motivated the San Diego woman to leap off the side of the structure while holding her son.

San Diego Man Found Dead In Joshua Tree National Park

A San Diego man was found dead earlier this week in Joshua Tree National Park, the National Park Service reported.

Kearny Mesa Chase Bank Robbed

A man who claimed to have a concealed gun robbed a Kearny Mesa bank.

San Diego County Sheriff Bill Gore Announces Early Retirement

San Diego County Sheriff Bill Gore, who announced last summer that he would not seek re-election this year, said he will step down Feb. 3.

Police Seek Public's Help Finding Sunset Cliffs Murder Suspect

Akili Cobbs, 34, was found with multiple gunshot wounds after officers heard cries for help, San Diego police said.

Suspected Arson Fire Damages Stockton-Area Motel, Suspect Jailed

One person was taken into custody after firefighters put out a blaze at the Lodge at 32nd near the Stockton neighborhood.

Consulate Of Mexico Seeks Investigation Into Custody Death

The victim, whose name has not been released, had been arrested earlier that day by a U.S. Border Patrol agent.

Ejected Patron Dies During Fight With Guards At South Bay Casino

The death of a trespasser during a fight with security guards at Seven Mile Casino was under investigation.

Appeals Court Upholds Conviction In South Bay Road Rage Stabbing

Rickey Vernon Smith was convicted by a Chula Vista jury and sentenced to 16 years to life in state prison for the 2018 slaying.

Pedestrian Fatally Struck By Train In North County

A Coaster train struck and killed a pedestrian near Oceanside Harbor, authorities said.

Man Caught With Molotov Cocktails, Bomb-Making Materials: Sheriff

Christopher Fore was booked into county jail in Vista on suspicion of four counts of unlawfully making or owning explosive devices.

1 Arrested After Fire At Motel Near Stockton Neighborhood

One person was taken into custody after firefighters quickly put out a blaze at the Lodge at 32nd near the Stockton neighborhood.

1 Killed In Dramatic I-8 Crash In La Mesa

Witnesses reported seeing a man driving recklessly before a car went off an overpass and rolled onto the freeway.

Duo Arrested In Carlsbad Shooting

Residents were told to shelter in place while police sought a man and a woman suspected of opening fire on a home in a Carlsbad neighborhood

Pedestrian Killed On I-805

A man was struck by at least one vehicle while walking along Interstate 805 near Market Street.

Woman, 22, Stabbed To Death In San Diego Park

A woman showed up with friends in the early morning hours to a Sabre Springs park, where police say a man stabbed her before fleeing.

Young Man Stabbed in Fight at Seaport Village

Two groups got into a fight at Seaport Village, and a young man was stabbed in the stomach.