Baby Found Dead; Hit-And-Runs; Fire Captain Killed: Encinitas, SD County Crime Log

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

Stories near Encinitas and North County:

Suspect Jailed In 2008 Slaying Of Disabled Oceanside Veteran

Jeffrey Roberson, 59, was taken into custody in Spring Valley for allegedly murdering 51-year-old Cecil Zachary Jr., police said.

Body Of Missing Man Found In Car Submerged In North County River

The 21-year-old's car was found in the San Luis Rey River.

Police Officer Injured In Crash After Vice President's Motorcade

A motorcycle officer had just completed his assignment and was heading back to the station when he was hit by a car, police said.

Other stories from across the county:

Suspect Identified In Fatal Stabbing Of Cal Fire Captain

Officials identified Yolanda Marodi, also known as Yolanda Olenjniczak, as a suspect in the killing of Captain Rebecca Marodi.

Pedestrian Killed In Hit-And-Run Crash In East County

Officers responded to a report of a man lying in the roadway, according to the CHP.

Reward Now $5K For Info On November Hit-And-Run In College Area

The victims, ages 19 and 20, were struck by a car in the 5000 block of College Avenue about 12:30 a.m. on Nov. 2, police said.

Father Arrested After Newborn Baby Found Dead In East County Home

First responders found a newborn boy unconscious on the living room floor, according to the San Diego County Sheriff's Office.

Woman Sentenced For Ordering El Cajon Kidnappings Of 2 Women

Julie Soto, 32, was convicted by an El Cajon jury of kidnapping and other charges in connection with the 2022 abductions.

Dead Man Washes Ashore In Ocean Beach

A passer-by made an emergency to report spotting the dead man in shallow water near Dog Beach, officials said.

Coast Guard Stops Panga Boat Carrying 20 Migrants Near Point Loma

All 20 people aboard the boat were taken into custody, according to the Coast Guard.

Sabre Springs Couple Jailed In Alleged Neglect Death Of Toddler Son

Detectives took custody of Helena and Jamar Branch at San Diego County Juvenile Court in Serra Mesa.

DUI Checkpoint Slated Friday In San Diego's South Bay

"Impaired drivers put others on the road at significant risk," Agent Brian Carter said.

Cal Fire Captain Remembered Following Fatal Stabbing At Ramona Home

Detectives believe the captain knew her killer and are treating the case as a potential domestic violence incident.

Cal Fire Captain Fatally Stabbed In Ramona Home

She was pronounced dead at the scene.

Man Pleads Guilty To Killing Wife Found In Rancho San Diego Dumpster

Jack Dennis Potter, 72, was arrested in 2021 in connection with the death of 54-year-old Laurie Diane Potter.