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Armed Standoff; Hate Crime; Mosque Shooting; Deadly Crashes; Wildfires: San Diego County Crime Log

Take a look at some of this week's police, fire and courtroom stories from across San Diego County.

Photos of the three victims at the Islamic Center of San Diego are displayed after a news conference in San Diego, Calif., Tuesday, May 19, 2026. (AP Photo/Ty ONeil)

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

Brothers Arrested After Attempted Burglary, Armed Standoff At Imperial Beach Home

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One resident reported seeing the barrel of a black handgun pointed at them through a window.

Containment Grows On Campo Wildfire That Prompted Evacuations, Freeway Closures

Evacuation orders have since been lifted, but some evacuation warnings remain in place, according to Cal Fire.

2 Drivers Die In Head-On Crash On Interstate 8 In Lakeside

The names of the drivers, both El Cajon residents, were withheld pending family notification.

Opening Statements in Trial of Larry Millete, Accused of Missing Wife's Murder

Larry Millete is accused of killing the mother of his three children, May "Maya" Millete.

Train Hits, Kills Pedestrian In Encinitas

It was unclear what the person was doing on the tracks.

Elderly Man Critically Injured In Escondido Assault; Suspect Arrested

Thomas Caleb Butler, 32, was arrested and booked into the Vista Detention Facility on suspicion of attempted murder.

Man Convicted Of Murder In Woman's 1990 Scripps Ranch Slaying

Randall Oyler, 65, was found guilty by a downtown San Diego jury of killing Margaret Orozco Jackson.

Testimony Begins In Trial Of Larry Millete, Accused Of Murdering Missing Wife

Larry Millete, 44, is charged with the murder of his wife, who vanished on Jan. 7, 2021.

Ex-St. Augustine Teacher Pleads Guilty To Child Porn Distribution Charge

Ryan Bennett Segura was a religion teacher and head track and field coach at the North Park school.

Carlsbad Man Charged With Hate Crime After Punching Jewish Man, Bragging About It Online: Authorities

Following the attack, the man posted images on Instagram of the assault and his own bruised knuckles, authorities said.

Brush Fire Threatens Structures, Prompts Road Closure In North County

Authorities shut down Morro Hills Road from Sleeping Indian and Olive Hill roads due to the fire.

Campo Wildfire Holds At 1,000 Acres As Containment Increases

One structure has been damaged in the Tusil Fire, according to Cal Fire. Some evacuation orders and warnings remain in place.

Woman Fatally Injured In Sorrento Valley Vehicle Collision

The woman suffered fatal internal injuries and was pronounced dead.

3 Victims Hailed As Heroes After Deadly Shooting At San Diego Islamic Center

"All three of our victims did not die in vain," San Diego Police Department Chief Scott Wahl said.

Stranded Driver Killed In Multiple Vehicle Collision In Talmadge

The unidentified woman inside the Camry suffered fatal injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene.

Wildfire In Campo Prompts Evacuations, Major San Diego Freeway Closures

The Tusil Fire sparked in the 37000 block of Tusil Road on the Campo Reservation, according to Cal Fire.

19 Suspected Migrants Arrested In San Diego Border Drainage System

The arrested group consisted of 16 adults and three unaccompanied children, according to U.S. Customs and Border Protection.

Deadly Attack At San Diego Islamic Center: 5 Things To Know

Two teenage gunmen are believed to have killed three people at the Islamic Center of San Diego in a hate-filled killing spree.

Frantic Manhunt For Suicidal Teen Preceded Deadly CA Mosque Shooting, Police Say

Two teenage gunmen are believed to have killed three people at the Islamic Center of San Diego and shot at a landscaper blocks away.

Inmate Dies After Altercation At San Diego Federal Prison

Facility staff initiated life-saving measures and called for emergency medical services.

5 Dead, Including 2 Teen Suspects, In San Diego Mosque Shooting

"This is a city and a community's absolute worst nightmare," the police chief said.

Homicide Investigation Underway After 2 Found Injured, 1 Fatally, In Fallbrook Home

Both victims were taken to a hospital, where one was later pronounced dead. The second person is expected to survive, officials said.

Body Of Man Found In Overturned Truck In Warner Springs Ravine

Deputies could not reach the vehicle and called Cal Fire for help.

Body Of Teenage Boy Found In Park Pond

The identity of the boy and the cause of his death were not available, police said.

Mexican Senator Reportedly Arrested In San Diego For Alleged Cartel Crimes

Enrique Inzunza Cazarez, 53, who is also the former Sinaloa secretary general, could face a maximum sentence of life in prison if convicted.

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