Crime & Safety
Arson Arrest; Sex Crimes; Violent Meltdown: San Diego County Crime Log
Take a look at some of this week's police, fire and courtroom stories from across San Diego County.
SAN DIEGO, CA — Here is a collection of this week's police, fire and courtroom stories from across San Diego County.
Extra DUI Patrols Planned Super Bowl Sunday In San Diego County
During last year's Super Bowl Sunday, 25 people were arrested for impaired driving countywide, according to the sheriff's office.
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DA Clears 9 Local Law Enforcement Officers In 4 Separate Shootings
The incidents date from April of 2023 through May of 2024, and happened in San Diego and Bonsall.
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Oceanside Condo Fire Injures 1 Resident
Paramedics took one person to a hospital with minor injuries.
Several Arrests Made At Homeless Encampment In East County
Several people were arrested on suspicion of drug-related offenses, outstanding misdemeanor warrants and identity theft, authorities said.
Woman Injured In Hit-And-Run Collision In San Diego
The woman was taken to a hospital for treatment. Her injuries are not considered non-life threatening, police said.
Man Arrested After Violent Meltdown At Santee Hair Salon
The man became violent and threatened employees after he was told he was late for his appointment, authorities said.
Arson Suspect Arrested For Fire At Oceanside Movie Theater: Police
Investigators estimate the intentionally set blaze caused more than $10,000 in damage to the building, police said.
'Teacher Of The Year' Pleads Guilty To Sex Crimes Involving Minors
Jacqueline Ma, 35, a former teacher at Lincoln Acres Elementary School, pleaded guilty to abusing two minors.
Man On Electric Bike Seriously Injured When Struck By Truck
The bicycle rider was taken to a hospital and treated for a fractured femur and pelvis.
Point Loma Hearing For Potential Murder Trial Underway
William Bushey, 60, allegedly shot 3 family members on Aug. 21, 2024, at the house he shared with his mother in the 3600 block of Zola St.
'Pride Fence' Vandalized In Scripps Ranch By 'Teens On E-Bikes' Again
'I felt like someone sucker punched me,' owner Brittany Fuller said when her pride fence was vandalized yet again.
The American Red Cross was called in to help the residents of the duplex arrange for emergency shelter.
Escaped Inmate From San Diego Reentry Program Captured At Border
Freddy Rojas was apprehended at the San Diego-Tijuana border, according to the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation.
Pedestrian Injured In Hit-And-Run In San Diego
The man sustained a fracture to his leg, which police say is considered non-life threatening.
11 Cars Impounded In Dangerous Takeover: Cops
Drivers appeared and began performing donuts and burnouts on the street and a parking lot near the demonstration, police said.
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