Deadly Pileup; House Fire; Illegal Gambling Den; Violent Fight: Santee, San Diego 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:

Brush Fire Threatens Multiple Structures Near Campo

The Posta Fire sparked off La Posta Road, north of the community of Campo, according to Cal Fire.

Woman Who Died In Dehesa-Area Traffic Crash ID'd

The 60-year-old woman died at the scene of the accident.

At Least 1 Killed In 3-Vehicle Crash In East County

The crash caused one vehicle to roll over in the unincorporated Crest community east of El Cajon.

Other stories from across the county:

Coast Guard Rescues Child From Capsized Boat Off San Diego

The crew pulled alongside the capsized sailing vessel, deployed a life ring and brought the child on board, according to the Coast Guard.

5 Arrested In Crackdown On Mexican Mafia Across SoCal

As part of a multi-agency investigation, authorities also seized guns, drugs and alleged criminal proceeds, the FBI said.

9th Circuit Says CA Law On Background Checks For Ammo Is Unconstitutional

The ruling stems from a lawsuit brought in San Diego by a coalition of gun owners and gun rights groups.

Man Pleads Not Guilty To Murdering Ex-Girlfriend Last Seen In South Bay

Eduardo Magana, 48, of La Puente, is accused in the death of 33-year-old Alexis Guadarrama, who went missing on July 14.

Victim Of Multi-Fatal Poway Pileup Identified

Roberto Martinez Oros of Ramona was one of five people killed in a fiery pileup on state Route 67 north of San Vicente Reservoir.

Brush Fire Burns 100 Acres On Camp Pendleton

The fire was sending smoke across surrounding communities.

Motorcyclist Seriously Injured In Collision In Point Loma Heights

The victim was taken to a hospital, where he was treated for fractures to his pelvis and an open fracture to his left arm, police said.

Truck Fatally Strikes Pedestrian In Chula Vista Parkade

Paramedics took her to a hospital, where she was pronounced dead, Sgt. Anthony Molina said.

Appeals Court Agrees With Judge Who Upheld Conviction In Fallbrook S&M Murder

Jessica Lynn Lopez is one of three people convicted in the 2012 slaying of Brittany Killgore.

Grease Fire Damages Kitchen In San Diego Apartment Building

First responders saw smoke coming from the first floor of one of the units.

'Violent Fight' Leads To Shooting, SWAT Standoff In North County

A woman was accused of threatening her boyfriend with a knife and then shooting him during a fight, sheriff's officials said.

Suspected DUI Boater Arrested After Crashing Into USS Midway, Fleeing Scene

After the collision, the vessel fled the scene and was later found near the Coronado Ferry Landing with seven people onboard.

Police Shut Down Another Illegal Gambling Den In San Diego

Authorities seized nine illegal gambling machines, $477 in cash, and a replica firearm, according to the San Diego Police Department.

Person Found Dead In Oceanside House Fire

The victim's injuries were not believed to be related to the fire, according to the Oceanside Police and Fire departments.

Man Accused Of Murdering Ex-Girlfriend In San Diego

Eduardo Magana, 48, was arrested and booked into San Diego County Jail on suspicion of murder and kidnapping.

Bicycle Rider Suffers Broken Bones In San Diego Crash With Vehicle

He was taken to a hospital by ambulance.

Fire In Pala Mesa Now 100% Contained

Multiple agencies helped Cal Fire battle the fire, which burned seven acres and briefly prompted evacuation orders and warnings.

2 Vehicles Crash In Oceanside; 1 Hits Home, 1 Hits Tree

The Oceanside Fire Department responded early Saturday morning to two vehicle crashes.

Person Found In Trash Chute In San Diego

First responders extricated a person found in the trash chute of an apartment building.

At Least 1 Dead In San Marcos Crash

The driver of the vehicle was reportedly awake when freed and taken by ambulance to a hospital, the CHP said.