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22/07/2025

Burglary at La Mesa Storage Facility Leads to Two Arrests, K9 Bite

La Mesa, CA — Two suspects were taken into custody Saturday night following a burglary at a StorQuest self-storage facility in La Mesa, where music equipment was reported stolen and one suspect was bitten by a police K9 during a search operation.

La Mesa Police responded to the facility at 8265 Commercial Street at approximately 10:09 p.m. on July 19. According to La Mesa Police, one storage unit was found broken into, with stolen items including speakers and other music-related gear.

Officers apprehended one male and one elderly female suspect. A vehicle parked outside the facility was also found to contain stolen property.

During a search of the storage units, a police K9 bit the female suspect. She was transported to a local hospital for treatment. Her current condition has not been released.

A witness at the scene reported seeing two other vehicles leave the area before officers made the arrests. La Mesa PD confirmed they are investigating those vehicles as part of the ongoing case.

Anyone with information is urged to contact the La Mesa Police Department.

22/07/2025

Boat Crashes Into USS Midway Museum in San Diego Harbor

SAN DIEGO (July 21, 2025) — A private 65-foot powerboat, identified as the Offshore Lifestyle, crashed into the USS Midway Museum on Friday, causing an estimated $100,000 in damage to the historic aircraft carrier-turned-museum.

The collision occurred just before 2 p.m. and was captured on video by the San Diego Web Cam, which livestreams the Embarcadero waterfront. The footage shows the vessel approaching the Midway at speed before slamming into the port side of the ship.

After the impact, the boat fled the scene, prompting a response from San Diego Harbor Police. Officers intercepted the vessel a short time later near the Coronado Ferry Landing, where seven people were on board. The boat’s operator, 40-year-old Frank D’Anna, was arrested.

D’Anna faces charges including boating under the influence, hit-and-run, and operating a vessel with a blood alcohol level over the legal limit. Authorities confirmed his BAC was above California’s .08 threshold.

Though the Midway’s hull remained intact, officials say the museum’s corrosion protection system was damaged in the crash. Repairs and repainting are estimated to cost approximately $100,000.

“We’re fortunate no one was injured and that the ship’s structural integrity wasn’t compromised,” said USS Midway Museum spokesperson David Koontz. He added that the museum remains open to the public, and daily operations were not impacted by the incident.

The San Diego Harbor Police and Port of San Diego are continuing their investigation.

📹: Video Courtesy

21/07/2025

Shooting Suspect Arrested Near Grant Hill Park; Rifle Recovered

San Diego, CA — San Diego police arrested a shooting suspect Saturday night in the Grant Hill area following multiple calls for gunfire earlier in the day.

Officers took the suspect into custody around 9:45 p.m. at a residence near 2724 K Street. According to SDPD, the suspect was allegedly involved in a shooting near Grant Hill Park earlier that day. While investigators believe the suspect may have fired shots in the neighborhood, no victims have been reported at this time.

San Diego police responded to the area twice in connection with the incident. A short-barrel rifle was recovered from the scene as part of the ongoing investigation.

No further details about the suspect have been released. Anyone with additional information is urged to contact the San Diego Police Department.

21/07/2025

Man Spotted Riding on Back of U-Haul on 125 Freeway in Spring Valley

Spring Valley, CA — A man was caught on video riding on the back of a moving U-Haul truck Sunday morning along the northbound 125 Freeway near the 94 split, raising serious safety concerns.

The cell phone video, submitted by a follower, was recorded around 11:00 a.m. and shows the man holding a small guitar in his left hand while gripping the trailer with his right. It’s unclear whether the man was intentionally hitchhiking or if he had jumped onto the vehicle at some point during its route.

The incident took place in Spring Valley, and no emergency calls were made at the time, according to the California Highway Patrol’s El Cajon office.

Authorities have not identified the individual, and it’s unknown how long he remained on the vehicle or whether he exited safely. While the full context is unclear, officials emphasize that riding on the exterior of a moving vehicle is extremely unsafe and could have led to serious injury or worse.

Anyone with information about the incident is urged to contact CHP.

21/07/2025

Driver Crashes Into Taco Stand Truck and Parked Cars in San Diego

San Diego, CA — A blue sedan crashed into a white taco stand truck and two parked vehicles Saturday night in the Southcrest neighborhood, narrowly missing employees working behind the grill line.

The incident occurred at approximately 8:51 p.m. on July 19 near 1490 South 43rd Street. According to the San Diego Police Department, the driver told officers he was temporarily blinded by another vehicle flashing its high beams, causing him to lose control.

The sedan first struck the taco stand’s van—coming dangerously close to workers—before continuing on to hit two additional parked cars, resulting in damage to three vehicles in total.

Miraculously, no injuries were reported, and police said DUI is not suspected at this time.

SDPD is continuing to investigate the crash.

20/07/2025

City Vehicle Involved in Crash on SR-94; Two Hospitalized

San Diego, CA — Two people were taken to the hospital Thursday night following a collision involving a San Diego city vehicle on westbound State Route 94 at the 30th Street on-ramp.

The crash occurred around 10:23 p.m. and involved two vehicles. According to the California Highway Patrol, the driver of a Honda sedan reportedly lost control while entering the freeway. A city-owned vehicle then rear-ended the sedan, causing it to spin and end up facing the wrong direction.

Both the driver and a passenger in the Honda were transported to a nearby hospital. The extent of their injuries is currently unknown.

CHP officers are investigating the circumstances of the crash, including whether drugs or alcohol may have played a role.

No further details were immediately available, and the names of those involved have not been released.

Fiery Multi‑Vehicle Crash on SR‑67 in Poway Results in Five Fatalities and Brush FirePOWAY, CA – July 18, 2025 — A tragi...
19/07/2025

Fiery Multi‑Vehicle Crash on SR‑67 in Poway Results in Five Fatalities and Brush Fire

POWAY, CA – July 18, 2025 — A tragic collision on State Route 67 near Iron Mountain Drive left five people dead and ignited a brush fire Friday afternoon, according to the San Diego County Sheriff’s Department and Cal Fire.

The crash occurred shortly after 12:30 p.m., when three vehicles were involved in a collision just between Poway Road and Scripps Poway Parkway. One car careened off the road into a ravine, triggering a small brush fire along the hillside vegetation.

Cal Fire and aerial firefighting crews responded immediately and managed to contain the fire to roughly half an acre, preventing its spread to nearby structures. Traffic on SR‑67 was shut down in both directions while emergency personnel battled the blaze and assisted in rescue operations.

Tragically, all five individuals involved were pronounced dead at the scene. Their identities are being withheld pending notification of next of kin.

The Sheriff’s Traffic Accident Reconstruction Team and California Highway Patrol are conducting a thorough investigation, reviewing video footage and collecting evidence to determine the cause of the crash.

Authorities urge anyone who witnessed the crash or has relevant footage to contact the Poway Sheriff’s Station. Road restrictions in the area remained in effect for several hours following the incident.

18/07/2025

Fireworks Spark Small Brush Fire in Spring Valley Neighborhood

Spring Valley, CA — A small brush fire ignited by illegal fireworks on Thursday night raised concern among residents of a Spring Valley neighborhood, prompting a large emergency response and renewed warnings from fire officials.

The fire broke out around 10:03 p.m. near the intersection of Kenwood Court and Kenwood Drive. Initially, San Diego Sheriff’s deputies responded to reports of possible gunshots or a person armed with a handgun. Those claims were later deemed unsubstantiated.

While deputies worked to secure the scene, fire crews from the San Miguel Fire District had already pulled hose lines and began attacking the flames. What started as a precautionary heavy response—due to multiple 911 calls—was quickly downgraded, with one fire engine successfully containing the blaze.

San Miguel Fire Battalion Chief spoke with media at the scene, emphasizing the danger of setting off fireworks in residential areas. “This fire had the potential to reach homes and injure people,” he said. “There was heavy fuel in the canyon, and it could have been much worse.” He also reminded the public that fireworks are illegal in San Diego County and can be deadly.

Residents in the area said fireworks have been going off for several days and expressed relief that no homes were damaged. Several neighbors applauded the swift response from firefighters and deputies.

No injuries were reported, and the San Diego County Sheriff’s Department is continuing to investigate. As of now, no suspects are in custody.

17/07/2025

Driver Crashes Into Electrical Box and Gas Station Signs at 76 Station in Encanto

San Diego, CA – A late-night crash in San Diego’s Encanto neighborhood led to street closures after a driver struck multiple signs and an electrical transformer box at the 76 gas station near 69th Street and Imperial Avenue. The incident occurred at approximately 11:52 p.m. on July 14th, 2025.

According to police, a single vehicle lost control and veered off the road, hitting several gas station signs and a large green electrical box before coming to rest on the center median. The driver, who was the only occupant, remained at the scene and cooperated with officers. No injuries were reported.

Authorities confirmed that DUI was not a factor. When asked by officers and a bystander why he crashed, the driver reportedly said, “I don’t know, I just lost control.” Distracted driving is believed to be a possible cause.

The crash caused significant damage to the electrical transformer box, resulting in a spill of transformer oil across the gas station property. Firefighters on scene identified the liquid as a newer, safer formulation of transformer oil used in modern electrical equipment—non-toxic, less flammable, and environmentally friendly.

Due to the exposed electrical components and oil spill, San Diego Police closed off part of the street while waiting for San Diego Gas & Electric (SDG&E) crews to respond and secure the area.

The incident remains under investigation.

16/07/2025

🚀 SpaceX Crew Capsule Glides Over San Diego ☁️

A SpaceX Dragon capsule returning from orbit passed over San Diego around 2:31 AM Tuesday morning, creating a small sonic boom that some residents reported hearing while others slept through it.

The spacecraft had undocked from the International Space Station at 4:15 a.m. Pacific Time on Monday, carrying the Ax-4 astronauts: Peggy Whitson, Shubhanshu Shukla, Sławosz Uznański-Wiśniewski, and Tibor Kapu. The crew splashed down safely off the Southern California coast.

📹 Local videographer Bill Paul of the San Diego Slackers captured incredible footage of the reentry, showing the capsule streaking across the night sky in a fiery descent.

Though the boom was subtle, the return marked another successful human spaceflight — and a rare spectacle above San Diego skies. 🌌🧑‍🚀

15/07/2025

Carjacking at Party in San Diego Leads to Arrest of Five Teen Suspects

San Diego, CA – A house party in San Diego’s Bay Terraces neighborhood ended in violence Monday night after a man was brutally assaulted and carjacked at a home currently listed for sale on Zillow. The incident occurred around 10:40 p.m. on July 14th in the 1200 block of Glencoe Drive.

Witnesses say the victim was attacked in the backyard by a group of 15 to 20 individuals and knocked unconscious during the assault. While he was unconscious, someone took his car keys, and a smaller group of suspects fled the scene in his black, older-model Toyota Camry. It remains unknown whether any fi****ms were used during the assault or carjacking.

More than 100 people were reportedly at the party. Neighbors told reporters they had called San Diego Police at least three times earlier in the evening to report loud noise and disturbances, but no officers arrived until after the carjacking occurred.

San Diego Police issued a “Be On the Lookout” (BOL) for the stolen vehicle. FLOCK license plate cameras captured the car exiting the freeway, helping officers track it to the area of the 4900 block of Logan Avenue. Around 11:25 p.m., officers detained five 18-year-old suspects and recovered the stolen car. The teens were taken into custody without incident. It is currently unknown what charges they may face.

Police on scene were overheard discussing the possible discovery of airsoft gun cartridges inside the vehicle, though that detail has not been officially confirmed.

The victim was transported to a nearby hospital with minor injuries, including head swelling from the assault. San Diego Police continue to investigate the incident.

San Diego Police Investigate Shooting at Strip Mall Near 62nd & ImperialSan Diego, CA – Police are investigating a shoot...
15/07/2025

San Diego Police Investigate Shooting at Strip Mall Near 62nd & Imperial

San Diego, CA – Police are investigating a shooting that occurred Monday evening at a strip mall near 62nd Street and Imperial Avenue in the Encanto area.

The incident happened around 7:00 p.m. on July 14, 2025, when a female victim was shot in the arm. Authorities say the injury is non-life threatening.

Officers quickly responded to the scene and began searching the surrounding area for a female suspect believed to be involved in the shooting. As of now, no arrests have been made, and police have not released further information regarding the circumstances or motive.

The investigation is ongoing. Anyone with information is urged to contact San Diego Police or Crime Stoppers anonymously.

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