Crime & Safety

Drug, Fraud Case; Councilmember Charged; Deadly Pier Shooting: Carlsbad, San Diego County Crime Log

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

Dozens of firearms were collected during a gun safety event in San Diego's North County.
Dozens of firearms were collected during a gun safety event in San Diego's North County. (San Diego County Sheriff's Office)

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

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Luke Shaffer is accused of reversing his truck into the resident's trash cans, damaging a bin and striking the resident's hands.

Authorities Search For Teen Accused Of Firing Rifle In Poway

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Sheriff's officials said they have no reason to believe Cameron Johnson, 18, is still armed.

Pedestrian Fatally Struck By SUV In Oceanside

The pedestrian died at the scene of the accident, police said.

2 Rescued From Boat At Oceanside Surf Line

Two rescue swimmers safely brought the two boaters to shore despite challenging conditions, officials said.

Other stories from across the county:

Drug, Fraud Case Involving Mountain View Grocery Store Leads To 22 Convictions

Store employees allowed customers to unlawfully use their EBT cards to receive cash, then use the cash to buy drugs, prosecutors said.

Man Stabbed In Face, Arm In San Ysidro Parking Lot

No arrests have been made.

Driver Dead After Veering Off Freeway Exit, Crashing Into Light Pole In San Diego

The Lexus exited the freeway, crossed the intersection at the bottom of the off-ramp and crashed into a light pole.

Man Fatally Shot Near Ocean Beach Pier Identified

Homicide detectives are interviewing witnesses and canvassing for security video.

Woman's 'Suspicious' Death In Parking Lot Appears Natural: Officials

Because the circumstances of her death were unclear, police deemed it suspicious and called in homicide detectives to investigate.

Trolley Hits, Kills Pedestrian In Barrio Logan

The pedestrian died at the scene.

Over 60 Weapons Turned In During Gun Safety Event In San Diego County

People received $100 gift cards for handguns, rifles and shotguns, and $250 gift cards for assault weapons, sheriff's officials said.

Woman Found Dead Outside Her Vehicle In Rancho Bernardo Parking Lot

Police said the victim was lying next to her vehicle and bleeding from her head.

Police Investigate 'Suspicious' Death In San Diego

An unresponsive man was found on the sidewalk in the East Village neighborhood.

Man Fatally Shot At Ocean Beach Pier

Homicide detectives are investigating the death of a man who was found shot at the Ocean Beach Pier, authorities said.

9 Arrested For DUI At Pacific Beach Checkpoint: SDPD

Of the 944 vehicles that drove through the checkpoint, 589 vehicles were screened and 22 drivers were evaluated, police said.

Dulzura Wildfire 100% Contained, Allegedly Caused By Target Shooting

Air tankers, bulldozers, engines, trucks, water tenders and hand crews from throughout the region responded to the fire.

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