Crime & Safety
Racketeering Scam; Suspected DUI Crash: Ramona, SD County Crime Log
A look at some of this week's police, fire and courtroom stories from across San Diego County.
SAN DIEGO COUNTY, CA – The following is a collection of this week's police, fire and courtroom stories from across San Diego County.
2 Plead Guilty To Nationwide Racketeering Scam Targeting The Elderly
More than $300,000 was taken from at least 10 San Diego County residents.
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1 Killed, 1 Arrested In Suspected DUI Crash In Poway
Jordan Bourassa, 23, was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence of alcohol, bodily injury and vehicular manslaughter.
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Man Stabbed After Argument In San Diego
The victim was taken to the hospital with non-life threatening injuries.
Pedestrian Suffers Major Injuries In Midway
The victim was taken to a hospital suffering a fractured pelvis.
Insurance Agent Accused Of Stealing From Late Carlsbad Art Dealer
John Ryan, 64, was arrested in Palm Springs on suspicion of crimes that include elder abuse, grand theft and identity theft.
One person was taken to Sharp Memorial Hospital. SDG&E was called to the scene to assess damage to the pole.
Motorcyclist Breaks Femur, Ankle In North Park Crash
The motorcyclist was struck by a car at the intersection of Lincoln Avenue and 30th Street.
Fire Causes Major Damage To Former Seafood Restaurant In South Bay
The fire sparked outside the building of the former Anthony's Fish Grotto in Chula Vista.
Man Sentenced For Harassing Women In Grantville Parking Lot
"Stalking behavior like this can lead to tragic results. We commend the victims for reporting these incidents of harassment."
Scams Targeting SDG&E Customers On The Rise
Commonly targeted victims include the elderly, limited-English speakers, HOAs, restaurant owners and small businesses, SDG&E said.
The checkpoint is slated to begin at 6 p.m. Friday and end at 2 a.m. Saturday.
Trailer Fire Forces I-8 Closures Near Alpine
Firefighters responded to a fire that sparked in a trailer — detached from a semi — on Interstate 8 near Tavern Road, the CHP said.
Teen Killed In Single-Vehicle Crash In Carmel Valley
A 17-year-old boy was killed in the single-vehicle accident.
Mom And Child Injured In Crash Near Imperial Beach
A mother and her child were taken to a hospital after being thrown from their bikes by a pickup, authorities said.
Police: Teen's Claim Of Being Stabbed In Escondido False
After receiving the bogus report, administrators at the school placed the campus on lockdown as a precaution as officers searched the neighborhood in vain for the nonexistent assailant.
Lawsuit Filed By Mom Of Jail Detainee Who Died Of Water Intoxication
Lester Daniel Marroquin's acute water intoxication death on May 30 was ruled a suicide by the county Medical Examiner's Office.
Man Stabbed During Altercation In San Diego
A man was stabbed during an argument with four suspects in the San Ysidro area of San Diego, police said
Man Pleads Not Guilty To Murder In Mother's East County Killing
Chase Edward Folkes, 55, is accused of killing his 88-year-old mother in unincorporated East County.
Pedestrians Fatally Struck By Trains In Encinitas, Sorrento Valley
The pedestrians were pronounced dead at the scenes.
Man Sentenced For Tossing Molotov Cocktails Into National City Home
The U.S. Attorney's Office said surveillance footage, text messages and DNA evidence tied Sylvester Andrews Jr., 39, to the crime.
2 Injured In Teralta East Apartment Fire
Paramedics took two residents to UCSD Medical Center for treatment of burns and smoke inhalation.
Possible Car Burglar Slashes Vehicle Owner With Machete In San Diego
Paramedics took the victim to a hospital for treatment of injuries of undisclosed severity.
Man Pleads Guilty In Escondido Retiree's 1986 Killing
A man pleaded guilty to a second-degree murder count for killing a retiree in Escondido more than 35 years ago.
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