Fatal Beating; Murder-Suicide; SWAT Shooting; Suspicious Package: Encinitas, San Diego 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:

Suspicious Package Prompts Camp Pendleton Lockdown

The California Highway Patrol closed off-ramps from Interstate 5 onto the military base due to the investigation.

Victims Of Multi-Fatality Poway Pileup Identified

Emmanuel Rivera Abarca, 32, Roberto Martinez Oros, 68, Marcial Rivera Solorio, 59, and two other people were fatally injured in the crash.

1 Found Dead After Fire Sparks At Oceanside Motel

It was unclear if the victim's death was directly related to the fire.

Police To Conduct DUI Checkpoint In Oceanside

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

Man Beaten To Death Outside Carlsbad Library

A Carlsbad man was arrested and booked into the Vista Detention Facility on suspicion of murder, police said.

Over 200 Weapons Turned In During Gun Safety Event In San Diego County

If any guns are found to be stolen, the original owners will be contacted. All remaining weapons will be destroyed, officials said.

Other stories from across the county:

Couple Identified In Apparent Murder-Suicide In San Diego

Homicide detectives were handling the investigation.

Driver Sought In Hit-And-Run Crash That Seriously Injured Bicyclist

A 62-year-old man was struck and seriously hurt while riding his bicycle, according to the San Diego Police Department.

Woman Sentenced For Shooting Ex-Boyfriend In Talmadge Neighborhood

Sheila Brigitte Camarena was arrested at the San Ysidro Port of Entry nearly four years after the shooting death of Mychael Farve.

55-Year-Old Man Injured In Multi-Vehicle Crash In San Diego

The victim sustained a compound fracture to his arm, a fractured femur, a fractured tibia and fibula.

Man Severely Injured In Alleged Shooting In Emerald Hills, Suspect Arrested

The victim was taken to a hospital, where he was treated for life-threatening injuries, police said.

Man Gets 55 Years To Life For Murdering Co-Defendant's Mother

Prosecutors say the men met while in county jail, then concocted the plan to kill the victim.

2 Inmates Convicted Of High-Profile San Diego County Crimes Denied Parole

Two prison inmates serving life sentences for high-profile San Diego County were denied parole Wednesday.

Coast Guard Stops Boat Carrying 5 Migrants Off Point Loma

Three of the five individuals claimed Mexican nationality, one claimed Guatemalan nationality, and one claimed Peruvian nationality.

San Diego Law Enforcement Heightens Efforts To Halt Illegal Street Racing

"These behaviors have resulted in serious injuries, fatalities, property damage and significant impacts on our neighborhoods."

Alleged Domestic Threats Lead To SWAT Standoff In Otay Mesa

The five-hour standoff ended with his arrest.

Family Of Girl Killed By Jet Ski In Mission Bay Files New Federal Lawsuit

Savannah Peterson suffered fatal injuries after she was struck by a jet ski traveling at high speeds on July 29, 2023.

Inmate Found Dead At San Diego Central Jail

The man had been in custody since May 27, facing charges of mayhem, assault with a deadly weapon and elder abuse.

Trial Ordered For Man Accused Of Intentionally Striking SDPD Officer With Jeep

William Stephens, 65, is accused of driving his Jeep toward Officer Matthew Salisbury.

3 San Diego County Deputies Fatally Shoot Armed Suspect In Santee Standoff

The deputies who fired their weapons have been employed by the sheriff's office for about 15, 11 and 9 years, police said.

SigAlert: Water Main Break Prompts SR-52 Off-Ramp Closures

A water main break was reported near Cuyamaca Street and Buena Vista Avenue, according to the city of Santee.

2 Dead In Apparent Murder-Suicide In San Diego

Officers found a woman suffering from a gunshot wound to her upper torso and a man suffering from a gunshot wound to his head, police said.

4-Year-Old Boy Injured After Being Struck By Vehicle In San Diego

The boy was taken to a nearby hospital for treatment, according to the SDPD.

Brush Fire Sparks Near San Diego's College Area, Del Cerro Neighborhoods

Crews knocked down the fire, which was first reported near I-8 between Waring Road and College Avenue, officials said.

Pedestrian Injured In Hit-And-Run Crash In San Diego

A 59-year old woman suffered head and leg injuries, police said.

San Diego Fire Crews Knock Down Blaze In Single-Story Home

The cause of the fire was under investigation.