License Plate Readers Help Catch 3 Thieves In El Cajon: Police

Police recovered two stolen vehicles and a stolen utility trailer.

DUI Checkpoint Scheduled Friday In Santee

During the checkpoint, deputies will look for signs that drivers are under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

Burglary Ring; Jet Crash; Stabbing Plea: Santee, SD County Crime Log

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

License Plate Readers Help El Cajon Police Nab Vehicle Thieves

The department used its new automated license plate readers to arrest or detain four suspected vehicle thieves this week.

Teen Pleads Guilty, Sentenced In Girl's East County Stabbing

The boy, whose name is withheld due to his age, was charged along with his 15-year-old girlfriend for the April 16, 2022 stabbing.

Hit-And-Run Crash; Stolen Cars; Wildfire: Santee, SD County Crime Log

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

Man Who Needs Medication Reported Missing In Lakeside Area

Jose Martinez, 68, "has several medical conditions and requires medication," said officials with the Lakeside Sheriff's Substation​.

Body Found; Drug Overdose; Wildfire: Santee, SD County Crime Log

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

Man Found Dead Of Apparent Drug Overdose At East County Motel

A staff member at El Cajon Inn & Suites found the man.

Hiker's Body Found; Trafficking Crackdown: Santee, SD County Crime Log

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

Body Found In Transient Camp In Lakeside

A woman was found dead in a makeshift encampment near El Capitan High School.

Missing Hiker's Body Found Near El Cajon Mountain Trail In Lakeside

The body of the 34-year-old man was discovered near one of the hiking trails at the East County landmark.

Santee Residents Invited To 'National Night Out' At Trolley Square

The Santee Sheriff's Station will join law enforcement agencies across the nation to promote strong police-community partnerships.

Arson Arrest; Stabbing; Deadly Crash: Santee, SD County Crime Log

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

Vehicle Crashes Into House In El Cajon; No Injuries

Police said drugs or alcohol were not a factor in the crash.

Man Killed In Motorcycle Crash In Lakeside ID'd

He was ejected onto the road, suffered major injuries and died at the scene, according to the CHP.

Man Stabbed In Fight At Lakeside Park

A group of people began fighting in the park and one man was stabbed and taken to a hospital.

1-Year-Old Killed; Inmate Death Ruling: Santee, SD County Crime Log

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

Las Colinas Jail Inmate Died Of Natural Causes, Autopsy Finds

An inmate who was sick in jail and later died in a hospital succumbed to septic shock, authorities said.

Man Killed In Lakeside All-Terrain Cycle Crash ID'd

A neighbor found Richard Taylor, 68, lying unconscious in front of a house in Lakeside, officials said.

Motorcyclist Killed In Solo Crash On SR-67 In Lakeside Area

The motorcyclist was ejected and pronounced dead at the scene, the CHP said.

Boy Stabbed; Fatal Fire; Plane Crash: Santee, SD County Crime Log

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

Brothers Who Were Found Dead In Blossom Valley Home ID'd

Two retirement-age brothers were found dead over the weekend in a home in a rural neighborhood east of Lakeside.

1 Wounded, 1 Arrested In Shooting At East County Apartment

The suspect and the victim appeared to know each other and were arguing prior to the shooting in El Cajon, police said.

Antisemitic, Homophobic Flyers Found In Santee

"I was crying when I first saw these because it breaks my heart that people can be so cruel."

Man Killed By Falling Tree In East County Identified

Gary Zing, 59, died while cutting a tree at his home in El Cajon.

7-Hour Standoff; Violent Crime Spree: Santee, SD County Crime Log

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

Hatchet​-Wielding Man Prompts 7-Hour Standoff At Santee Walmart

The store was evacuated and closed, and the sheriff's SWAT and crisis negotiations teams were called to the scene.

Arson Arrest; Inmate Death Hearing: Santee, San Diego County Crime Log

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

Physician Testifies: Doctor, Nurse Accused In Santee Inmate's Death

A physician testified that a woman who died in custody at the Las Colinas jail exhibited clear signs of alcohol and drug withdrawal.

Footage Shows Final Hours Of Woman Who Died At Santee Jail

The footage of 24-year-old Elisa Serna's final hours was played during a preliminary hearing in El Cajon Superior Court.

Santee And Lakeside Fire Agencies Get New Ambulances

Increasing ambulance service levels is a top priority for the Santee-Lakeside Emergency Medical Authority​.

​Man Arrested After Setting Fire In Santee Riverbed: Sheriff

The fire burned a patch of brush about 20 yards long, according to the San Diego County Sheriff's Department.

Couple Dead In Murder-Suicide At East County Apartment: Police

Eric Orpinela​, 42, and his wife, Denise Helen Orpinela, 39, had three children. ​One of the children reported their deaths.

Medics Pepper Sprayed; Couple Found Dead: Santee, SD County Crime Log

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

Sword-Waving Man Gets Into Standoff In East County: Police

Patrick Ross, 36, was expected to be booked into county jail on various felony charges, including issuing criminal threats.

Couple Found Dead In East County Apartment

A couple was found dead of unknown causes in their apartment in the unincorporated area of El Cajon.

Ex-Youth Theater Worker To Stand Trial In Child Sex Abuse Case

A former employee of the El-Cajon based Christian Youth Theater is accused of engaging in sex acts with a 13-year-old girl in early 2007.

Retiree Pepper Sprays Medics At Santee Senior Living Facility

A resident at The Pointe at Lantern Crest in Santee thought medics were 'breaking in.'

2 Injured In Teen Brawl At Santee Summer Concerts Event

Roughly 1,500 people attended the event, including about 100 unsupervised teens, according to the San Diego County Sheriff's Department.