Body Found; Drowning; Cane Attack; Officer-Involved Shooting; Sailboat Capsizes: San Diego County Crime Log

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

Death Of Carlsbad Woman In Remote Big Sur Area Under Investigation

Deputies recovered her body with assistance from the California Highway Patrol's H70 Air Unit.

Missing San Diego Teen Found In Hotel Room With Man, Police Say

The man was arrested Wednesday when authorities found him in a motel room with a missing San Diego teen.

Pedestrian Killed, Driver Arrested In Hit-And-Run Crash In Oceanside

The hit-and-run driver was later found and taken into custody, police said.

Armed Woman Shot By Police After Reported Stabbing In San Diego: Sheriff's Office

The woman advanced toward the officers, and one officer fired multiple rounds, striking the suspect, according to the sheriff's office.

3 Suspects Arrested In Fatal Barrio Logan Stabbing, 4th Suspect At Large

The San Diego Police Department responded after getting several reports about the stabbing.

Driver Involved In 2023 Colina Del Sol Homicide Arrested At US Border

Jose Campas was detained as he attempted to cross into the U.S. from Mexico at the Otay Mesa Port of Entry.

2 Men Stabbed In Imperial Beach, Police Say

It was not immediately clear if the incidents were connected, authorities said Wednesday.

Teen On Dirt Bike Hospitalized In Crash With SUV In San Diego

A 14-year-old boy was seriously injured when he collided with another vehicle while riding a dirt bike in San Diego's Encanto neighborhood.

Fire Prompts Temporary Evacuation At Oceanside Senior Living Facility

Officials said there was no structural damage, though some areas sustained smoke impact and minor water damage from the sprinkler system.

2 Plead Guilty To San Diego County Mail Theft Spree

The pair are slated to be sentenced in June.

San Marcos Man Drowns In Colorado River

Officials extended condolences to the victim's family.

2 Plead Guilty To Roles In Fatal Human Smuggling Attempt Near Del Mar

The mass-casualty accident involved a boat loaded with 19 people that left Mexico on May 4, 2025, then overturned the following day.

Pedestrian Fatally Struck By Car In Oceanside

The 57-year-old man suffered severe head injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene despite life-saving efforts by officers, police said.

Parking Lot Attendant Hit In Head With Cane Near Petco Park

A police K-9 unit was used, and the suspect was bitten on the arm before being taken into custody, officials said.

2 Rescued After Sailboat Overturns In Oceanside Harbor

Rescue operations took place in an area impacted by strong currents and hazardous surf conditions near the jetty.

Santee Business Owner Arrested On Suspicion Of Firing Gun, Threatening Deputies

Detectives recovered a 9mm handgun and multiple shell casings from the business, officials said.

At Least 1 Killed In Fiery Crash On South Bay Freeway In Bonita

The wreckage blocked eastbound lanes 2 and 3 of the South Bay Freeway and prompted a SigAlert.

Motorcycle Rider Killed In San Marcos Crash

The motorcycle crashed into a construction sign on state Route 78 in San Marcos, according to the California Highway Patrol.

Residents Escape House After Fire Breaks Out In Garage

Two people made it out of the home safely by the time firefighters arrived.