Crime & Safety

Deadly Shooting; Garage Fire; Wrongful Death Suit: Santee, San Diego County Crime Log

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

Property stolen from North County storage units will soon be on display in an effort to return the items to burglary victims.
Property stolen from North County storage units will soon be on display in an effort to return the items to burglary victims. (San Diego County Sheriff's Office)

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

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Charles Andrew "Andy" Williams, now 39, was denied parole in September 2024, when he first became eligible for youth offender parole.

Family Of Woman Who Died At Santee Jail Files Wrongful Death Lawsuit

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According to the lawsuit, jail staff were aware of her substance abuse history, yet failed to properly treat her withdrawal symptoms.

Other stories from across the county:

1 Rescued, 5 Displaced By Garage Fire At Oceanside Home

Officials said they found one adult in a rear bedroom.

2 Men Sentenced To Life Without Parole For San Diego Man's 2021 Killing

Anthony Robert Padilla, 66, and Joseph Montoya Bartolome, 43, were both convicted of first-degree murder.

Victim Of Deadly Chula Vista Shooting ID'd

The motive for the slaying remains unknown, according to police.

Motorcyclist Killed In Collision In Front Of Dulzura Fire Station

The victim died at the scene of the accident, Cal Fire Capt. Mike Cornette said.

Parents Of Man Fatally Shot By San Diego Police File Wrongful Death Suit

The lawsuit alleges the man was shot while he was surrendering.

Pedestrian Fatally Struck By Car In Oceanside

The man was pronounced dead at the scene.

San Diego Sues Federal Government Over Razor Wire Fence At Border

The lawsuit says that city officials first discovered the presence of Marines and federal employees in the area in December.

Pine Valley Home Damaged By Fire

Two water tenders, 11 fire engines and 35 firefighting personnel responded, as well as CHP officers and sheriff's deputies.

Public Viewing Rescheduled For Stolen Comic Books, Sports Collectibles And More

The items were stolen from storage units in Vista, Oceanside and Escondido, according to the San Diego County Sheriff's Office.

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