06/03/2026
OCEANSIDE: Earlier today, reports came out of a hit-and-run in Encinitas. Deputies located the suspect vehicle and attempted a traffic stop, but the driver fled, leading deputies on a pursuit. Due to the suspect’s reckless driving, the pursuit was terminated as the vehicle entered Carlsbad.
A short time later, the suspect nearly collided with a Carlsbad Police unit and fled again. Carlsbad officers eventually lost sight of the vehicle but advised Oceanside PD that it was registered to an Oceanside address and to be on the lookout.
Shortly after, the vehicle crashed near Rancho Del Oro Rd & Mesa Dr. Officers arrived and the suspect refused to exit the vehicle, leading to a short standoff. A K9 was deployed and officers utilized less-lethal rounds, shattering both the driver and passenger side front windows.
Due to the police activity, nearby schools were placed on lockdown as a precaution. After a short time, the suspect was taken into custody and all lockdowns were lifted.
There is no additional information available at this time.