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Brush Fires; Juneteenth Shooting; Drug Trafficking Ring: Encinitas, San Diego County Crime Log

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

As of Friday morning, the Monte Fire has burned 1,049 acres, according to Cal Fire.
As of Friday morning, the Monte Fire has burned 1,049 acres, according to Cal Fire. (Cal Fire)

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

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State park rangers took Justin M. Dake, 29, into custody without incident at Carlsbad State Beach, authorities said.

Parole Denial Upheld For Skateboarder Imprisoned For Carlsbad Rape And Murder

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Mark "Gator" Rogowski was sentenced to 31 years to life behind bars for the 1991 killing of 22-year-old Jessica Bergsten.

Evacuations Lifted After Brush Fire Threatens Homes In San Diego's North County

"You may see firefighters in the area over the next couple of days patrolling the area," Cal Fire said on social media.

Bonsall Fire Map: See Mission 2 Fire Perimeter, Evacuation Areas

The blaze broke out Monday afternoon in northern San Diego County.

Brush Fire Prompts Evacuations, Threatens Structures In San Diego's North County

The San Diego County Sheriff's Office issued evacuation orders and warnings for nearby areas.

Other stories from across the county:

Crews Works To Contain Wildfire In Lakeside

A total of 720 firefighting personnel were assigned to the blaze Friday.

1 Person Fatally Shot In Kearny Mesa

Police have confirmed at least one death, but it was unclear if the victim was pronounced dead at the scene.

Wildfire Near El Cajon 75% Contained

The Hawick Fire sparked off the 14000 block of Hawick Drive near El Cajon, according to Cal Fire.

Inmate Identified In Santee In-Custody Death

Linda Bagby was found unresponsive in her cell, according to Las Colinas Detention and Reentry Facility officials.

Residential Fire In Ramona Under Investigation

Firefighters with Cal Fire were able to extinguish the flames before they damaged any other homes.

San Diego Police Seek Help Solving 2023 Juneteenth Shooting

Jonathan Shields-Pullum was shot multiple times on June 17, 2023 during a celebration at Liberty Station, according to police.

Man Charged After Failing To Seek Care For Dog, Leading To Leg Amputation

Eagle's owner, Osvaldo Deleon, 61, was charged with felony animal abuse and neglect, officials announced.

Wildfire Burns 400 Acres, Injures 2 In San Diego's East County

The blaze, called the Monte Fire, sparked in the 15000 block of El Monte Road in Lakeside, according to Cal Fire.

Wildfire Smoke Triggers Smoke Advisory For Parts Of San Diego County

As of Tuesday afternoon, the smoke is blowing to the east toward Alpine, the air district said.

Lakeside Fire Map: See Monte Fire Perimeter, Evacuation Areas

The blaze broke out Tuesday afternoon in eastern San Diego County.

Brush Fire Burns Hundreds Of Acres, Forces Evacuations In Lakeside

The blaze, called the Monte Fire, sparked in the 15000 block of El Monte Road in Lakeside, according to Cal Fire.

Fire Crews Work Vehicle Rescue In San Diego

There were 22 personnel assigned to the rescue, including two engines, two medics and one truck, officials reported.

Coast Guard Stops Boat Carrying 11 Migrants Near La Jolla

Authorities said all 11 individuals aboard the vessel claimed Mexican nationality.

Alleged Members Of Guatemalan Drug Trafficking Ring Indicted In San Diego

More than a dozen alleged members of a Guatemalan drug trafficking ring are under indictment in San Diego.

Crews Battle Brush Fire Along U.S.-Mexico Border

The fire was primarily burning south of the international line, according to Cal Fire.

1 Arrested In DUI Checkpoint In South Bay Area Of San Diego County

Out of 2,535 cars that passed through the checkpoint, at least 503 drivers were referred for a secondary evaluation, according to police.

Inmate Dies At Las Colinas Detention Facility in Santee

The 53-year-old woman had been in custody since Jan. 3 and was facing multiple charges.

Electric Bike Rider Injured In Vehicle Collision In San Diego

The rider was taken to a hospital, where she was treated for a fractured hip and fractured wrist, police said.

Man Suffers Skull Fracture In Motorcycle Crash In San Diego

In addition to the skull fracture, the victim suffered a facial fracture and was taken to a hospital for his injuries, police said.

Small Brush Fire Contained In Ramona

The public was asked to avoid the area.

San Diego 'No Kings' Demonstrations Largely Peaceful, Police Say

No arrests or property damage was reported after tens of thousands of San Diego area residents joined nationwide "No Kings" Day protests.

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