SAN DIEGO, CA — Here is a collection of this week's police, fire and courtroom stories from across San Diego County.
Video Of Non-Injury Mission Valley Police Shooting Released
A uniform-mounted camera worn by Officer Johnathan Penuelas of the San Diego Police Department captured images and audio.
Santee Man Arrested After Hourslong SWAT Standoff Following Assault On Brother: Sheriff's Office
Deputies seized eight rifles from various locations inside the home, according to the San Diego County Sheriff's Office.
Man Convicted In San Diego County's First Nitrous Oxide DUI Jury Trial
While nitrous oxide is legal for a variety of purposes, California has criminalized the recreational use of the drug.
Garage Fire Displaces Oceanside Family
The family safely evacuated before firefighters arrived, officials said.
Witnesses Sought In Fatal Oceanside Hit-And-Run Crash
The pedestrian was pronounced dead at the scene.
Suspect Arrested In Shooting Near Oceanside Harbor Lighthouse
The victim was taken to a local hospital.
2 Arrested In Plot To Smuggle Meth Into San Diego County Jail: Sheriff's Office
Deputies intercepted mail addressed to an incarcerated person that authorities said was laced with meth.
Man Accused Of Shooting BB Gun At Neighbor Arrested After Vista Standoff
Logan Hines, 64 and one deputy suffered minor injuries during the arrest, sheriff's officials said.
Man Wounded In Shooting Near Oceanside Harbor Lighthouse
The man was taken to a local hospital.
Suspected Arsonist Arrested After East County Vehicle Fire
Authorities said a records check also revealed the suspect had two outstanding felony warrants.
Fire Captain's Wife Pleads Guilty To Second-Degree Murder For Ramona Stabbing
Yolanda Marodi, 54, admitted to killing her spouse of two years, Cal Fire Capt. Rebecca "Becky" Marodi, at the couple's home.
Photographer Sentenced For Sex Crimes In San Diego County, Oregon
Robert Koester, 59, was arrested in Carlsbad in late 2018.
2 Injured, Driver Arrested After North County Freeway Crash Escalates Into Violent Assault: CHP
Authorities said a freeway crash escalated into an assault that left two people hospitalized.
Wanted Felon Arrested In North County After License Plate Camera Alert
Methamphetamine and drug paraphernalia were found in his possession, sheriff's officials said.
Motorcyclist Suffers Serious Injuries After Running Red Light, Crashing Into Car: Police
The motorcyclist suffered a fractured hip and abrasions to her leg, police said.
Trial Begins For Man Accused In San Diego Central Jail Cellmate Killing
Alvin Ruis, 39, is charged with murder in the killing of 24-year-old Brandon Yates on Jan. 16, 2024.
Coast Guard Detains 9 Suspected Migrants In Mission Bay
The crew stopped and boarded the vessel, where they identified and detained nine individuals on board, according to the Coast Guard.
Firefighters Begin Scaling Back Response To Forest Fire Near Lake Henshaw
Crews have made progress on the Grade Fire burning in the Cleveland National Forest, allowing some resources to be released.
Forest Fire Near Lake Henshaw Is 55% Contained
Firefighters continued patrolling the perimeter and extinguishing remaining hot spots despite temperatures exceeding 100 degrees.
2 Juveniles Arrested After 100-MPH Pursuit In Stolen Vehicle In San Diego County
Both suspects were identified as juveniles from the Los Angeles area.
Homicide Investigation Underway After Inmate Found Dead At San Diego Prison
Custody staff found Hector Ozuna, 66, unresponsive inside his cell with his 30-year-old cellmate Alexis Guerrero, officials said.
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