Child Molester Sentenced; Deadly Head-On Crash: Santee, SD County Crime Log

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

Stories near Santee and East County:

Suspected DUI Driver Arrested, Motorcyclist Killed In East County Crash

The driver of the SUV was arrested on suspicion of DUI and booked into Las Colinas Detention Facility.

At Least 1 Person Killed In Head-On Crash In El Cajon

It appeared a utility pole was damaged in the collision.

Other stories from across the county:

Chula Vista Man Sentenced For Child Molests, Child Sex Abuse Material

Antonio Medina Jr. ultimately pleaded guilty to three felony counts of lewd acts on a child and one count of possessing child pornography.

Officers Who Fatally Shot Knife-Wielding Man In East Village ID'd

Two patrolmen fatally shot an apparently suicidal man when he allegedly advanced on them at his East Village home while holding a knife.

Man Pleads Guilty To Manslaughter, Assault In San Diego Library Shooting

Kenneth Chaney, 23, is slated to be sentenced to 21 years in state prison for the May 23, 2023, death of 20-year-old Trey Walker.

Man Wanted By Interpol For Alleged Child Sex Abuse Arrested In Dulzura

The man, identified only as a 44-year-old Spanish citizen, was arrested on Jan. 3 while behind the wheel of an SUV traveling on SR-94.

Man Pleads Guilty To Role In Fentanyl Overdose Deaths In North Park

Scott Anthony Sargent, 63, admitted to providing fentanyl that killed two victims on Nov. 10, 2022.

Victim Of 2011 Hotel Shooting Dies After 14 Years

On Dec. 16 of last year, Steven Nelson died from complications of his gunshot injuries at age 51, police said.

Suspect Charged In North County Shooting That Killed 1, Wounded 3

The charges filed against Jose Ulices Luna, 20, include murder and three counts of attempted murder, according to the sheriff's office.

Brush Fires Spark, Force Freeway Closure In Mission Valley

Crews were mopping up the area.

Pamo Fire Burns Over 3 Acres, Threatens Structure In Ramona

The blaze broke out near Pamo and West Haveford roads, according to Cal Fire San Diego.

Crews Halt Brush Fire On Marine Corps Air Station Miramar

Crews aboard two water-dropping helicopters and multiple fire engines worked to extinguish the flames.

Man Fatally Shot In Oceanside

The 34-year-old man was pronounced dead at the scene, police said.

Crews Work Rescue In Sorrento Valley In San Diego

A total of 29 personnel were assigned to the rescue, including two engines, two trucks and one medic, officials said.

Firefighters Knock Down RV Fire In San Diego County

A total of 33 personnel were assigned to the fire, including three engines, one medic and one water tender, officials said.

Oceanside Cop Killer's Case Will Be In Adult Court's Jurisdiction

Meki Gaono, now 35, was convicted of first-degree murder for the Dec. 20, 2006, gang-related slaying of Officer Daniel Bessant.

Woman Killed In San Pasqual-Area Motor-Scooter Crash

Paramedics took the woman to a hospital, where she was pronounced dead.

Firefighters Work Traffic Accident On Freeway In San Diego

A total of 21 personnel were assigned to the accident, including two engines, two medics and one truck, officials said.