619 News Media, San Diego, CA (2025)

10/04/2025

My trip to LA in a nutshell. That was the craziest 4 hours!

They have an army of photogs and they still miss stuff.

Long night, have a good Sunday! Thanks to my tour guide 💪🏼

10/04/2025

CHP Investigating Deadly Motorcycle Collision Near El Cajon Blvd

San Diego, Calif. — October 1, 2025, 12:05 a.m. — A fatal motorcycle crash on southbound Interstate 805 near El Cajon Boulevard shut down the freeway overnight and caused major traffic delays.

According to the California Highway Patrol, one motorcycle rider went down in the traffic lanes and was subsequently struck by multiple vehicles. Several drivers pulled over and provided information to officers on scene.

During the incident response, a young male motorist was evaluated for DUI after driving through the traffic break, though CHP confirmed he was not involved in the motorcycle crash itself.

The freeway was closed entirely for a period of time before one lane was reopened to traffic. CHP investigators remained on scene into the early morning hours to document the collision.

Authorities have not yet released the identity of the deceased rider.

Anyone who witnessed the crash, has additional information, or possesses video of the incident is urged to contact the California Highway Patrol San Diego Division.

10/02/2025

🚨 Teen Driver Runs Red Light, Crashes Into Honda Civic in Ocean View Hills

San Diego, Calif. — October 1, 2025, 5:52 p.m. — A 29-year-old woman was seriously injured Tuesday evening after a collision in the Ocean View Hills neighborhood.

According to the San Diego Police Department, the crash happened at the intersection of Ocean View Hills Parkway and Starfish Way.

Investigators say the 29-year-old woman was driving a Honda Civic eastbound on Starfish Way and made a left turn onto Ocean View Hills Parkway after her traffic signal turned green. At the same time, a 17-year-old female driving a Ford Explorer southbound on Ocean View Hills Parkway ran a red light and entered the intersection.

The Explorer collided with the Civic, leaving the 29-year-old driver with a pelvic fracture. She was transported to a local hospital for treatment. DUI is not suspected in this incident.

The San Diego Police Department’s Traffic Division is handling the investigation.

10/01/2025

🚨 National City Mom Arrested After DUI Pursuit With 5 Kids Inside

National City, Calif. — September 30, 2025, 9:59 p.m. — A National City mother was arrested Tuesday night after allegedly leading police on a brief pursuit with five of her children inside the vehicle.

According to the National City Police Department, officers were parked in a lot near East 18th Street and Highland Avenue when they spotted a vehicle driving erratically into the area. When they attempted to pull the driver over for a traffic violation, the suspect refused to stop, prompting a short pursuit.

The driver, later identified as 33-year-old Angelica Sanchez of National City, attempted to make a turn at Euclid Avenue and East 18th Street but lost control, jumping the curb and striking a traffic sign.

Officers took Sanchez into custody at the scene. Inside the vehicle were her five children, ranging in age from 5 to 13 years old. Medics evaluated the children, who were not injured, and released them into the care of their grandmother.

Sanchez was transported to a local hospital where she was medically cleared before being booked into Las Colinas Detention Facility. She now faces five felony counts of child cruelty, felony evading, and driving under the influence.

The investigation is ongoing.

10/01/2025

Domestic Violence Stabbing Leaves One Hospitalized, Suspect in Custody

Imperial Beach, Calif. — September 30, 2025, 9:59 p.m. — A man is in custody after a reported domestic violence stabbing that left one person hospitalized Tuesday night.

According to the San Diego County Sheriff’s Department, deputies responded to a residence on the 900 block of 5th Street in Imperial Beach following reports of a stabbing. One individual was transported to a local hospital with injuries that remain unknown at this time.

The suspect, who was also reported to have sustained stab wounds himself, fled the scene in a Ford F-150 pickup truck. Deputies, with assistance from air support, tracked the vehicle to National City. Officers conducted a felony hot stop behind the Walgreens located at 885 Euclid Avenue, where the suspect was safely taken into custody.

Authorities confirmed the man was arrested on suspicion of assault with a deadly weapon. The investigation remains ongoing.

10/01/2025

Suspected Armed Shoplifters Arrested After Ross Burglary in Chula Vista

Chula Vista, Calif. — September 30, 2025, 9:30 p.m. — Three suspects are in custody after an armed retail burglary at the Ross store on Millenia Avenue late Tuesday night.

According to Chula Vista Police Lt. Gino Grippo, the suspects attempted to flee with stolen merchandise when a security guard confronted them near the rear entrance of the store. During the confrontation, the suspects reportedly displayed a firearm before escaping in a vehicle.

The guard was able to capture the vehicle’s license plate and relay the information to Chula Vista police. Shortly after, an automated license plate reader (LPR) system alerted officers to the suspects’ vehicle in the area, according to scanner traffic.

Officers, with assistance from a police helicopter, located the car near Telegraph Canyon Road and Paseo Ladera. A high-risk felony traffic stop was initiated, leading to the arrest of three suspects. Merchandise taken from the store was recovered inside the vehicle.

Chula Vista Police Department confirmed the suspects were taken into custody without further incident. The investigation remains ongoing.

10/01/2025

⚠️ West Nile Virus Detected in San Diego Mosquitoes

San Diego, Calif. — County health officials are alerting residents after mosquitoes in several neighborhoods across San Diego County tested positive for West Nile virus, a disease that can be spread to humans through mosquito bites.

While most people infected with West Nile show no symptoms, some may experience fever, headache, body aches, nausea, or swollen lymph nodes. In rare but severe cases, the virus can cause neurological illness such as meningitis or encephalitis, which may be life-threatening.

🔺What the County Is Doing

The County of San Diego’s Vector Control Program has mailed out notices to affected neighborhoods and is actively responding to the detections. Crews have increased surveillance by setting up mosquito traps, testing captured insects, and treating standing water in public areas like parks, storm drains, and flood control channels. Vector Control teams are also inspecting neglected swimming pools and other potential breeding sites, as well as responding to resident reports of mosquito activity.

What You Can Do to Stay Safe ✅

• Dump standing water around your home — mosquitoes can breed in just a bottle cap’s worth of water. Check buckets, tires, birdbaths, gutters, and plant saucers.

• Use EPA-registered repellents with active ingredients such as DEET, picaridin, IR3535, or oil of lemon eucalyptus.

• Wear long sleeves and pants, especially at dawn and dusk when mosquitoes are most active.

• Maintain and secure screens on windows and doors to prevent mosquitoes from getting inside.

• Report dead birds, high mosquito activity, or unmaintained swimming pools to County Vector Control by calling 858-694-2888 or emailing [email protected].

🔺Why It Matters

West Nile virus typically peaks in late summer and early fall, but this year’s recent hot weather combined with leftover standing water from storms has created perfect breeding conditions. County officials stress that even small amounts of water — like in a soda can or clogged gutter — can produce hundreds of mosquitoes.

By taking simple precautions at home and reporting problem areas, residents can play a key role in helping keep San Diego safe.

👉 Share this post to spread awareness with your family, friends, and neighbors. Together, the community and the County can help slow the spread of West Nile virus in San Diego.

09/30/2025

Shooting Near Gompers Prep Triggers Lockdowns at Nearby Schools

San Diego, Calif. — September 30, 2025 — An afternoon shooting in the Chollas View neighborhood left one man injured and prompted precautionary lockdowns at several schools, including Gompers Preparatory Academy.

San Diego police responded around 12:35 p.m. to the 1000 block of 47th Street after receiving reports of a possible assault with a deadly weapon. Officers found an 18-year-old man suffering from a gunshot wound to his thigh. Paramedics transported him to a local hospital with injuries described as non-life-threatening.

Investigators believe the shooting was gang-related. Police stressed that there is no evidence the incident was connected to any of the nearby schools. Witnesses reported the suspect may have fled the scene on an electric scooter, and no arrests had been made as of Tuesday afternoon.

As officers secured the area, administrators placed Gompers Prep Academy, Chollas Mead Elementary, and Horton Elementary under lockdown out of an abundance of caution. District officials confirmed the lockdowns were lifted shortly afterward once the immediate threat had passed.

James Canning, spokesperson for the San Diego Unified School District, said the measure was precautionary and that staff and students remained safe throughout the incident.

Police continue to canvass the neighborhood, review surveillance footage, and interview witnesses as the investigation moves forward.

09/30/2025

Pursuit Suspect Arrested After Brief Standoff In Clairemont

San Diego, Calif. — September 28, 2025, 10:35 p.m. — A motorcycle pursuit in Clairemont ended in an arrest late Sunday night after the rider attempted to evade officers and barricaded himself inside his home.

According to the San Diego Police Department, officers tried to pull over the motorcyclist for a traffic infraction when he shut off his lights and fled. SDPD’s helicopter, ABLE, tracked the rider from above as he returned to his residence on the 4900 block of Mt. Frissell Drive.

Once inside, the suspect parked his motorcycle and refused to come out. Officers surrounded the home and issued repeated PA announcements for about 30 minutes, including warnings that they knew he had outstanding warrants and would not leave until he surrendered.

At approximately 11:25 p.m., the suspect exited peacefully and was taken into custody. In addition to the warrants, he now faces a felony evading charge.

09/30/2025

Driver Flips Work Truck, Damages Several Parked Cars in Otay Mesa West

San Diego, Calif. — September 28, 2025, 10:00 p.m. — A painter was hospitalized after flipping his work truck late Sunday night in the Oak Park neighborhood.

According to the San Diego Police Department, the crash happened on the 3600 block of Arruza Street when the driver lost control and struck several parked vehicles. The truck overturned, spilling paint and paint thinner across the roadway.

The driver sustained minor injuries and was transported to a local hospital. SDPD confirmed they are investigating whether drugs or alcohol may have played a role in the crash.

Crews worked to clear the wreckage and hazardous materials from the scene.

09/30/2025

Plane Makes Emergency Landing on I-15 in San Diego

SAN DIEGO — A small plane made an emergency landing on Interstate 15 this afternoon after the pilot reported engine trouble, according to the California Highway Patrol.

The aircraft came down on the northbound lanes south of San Diego in a controlled landing that startled nearby drivers but caused no major injuries. Authorities confirmed the pilot and occupants were able to walk away from the plane and were evaluated by paramedics at the scene.

Witnesses described the landing as sudden and dramatic, with motorists pulling over as the plane descended onto the freeway. Despite the high-risk maneuver, officials said it was a “miracle outcome” that no vehicles were struck.

San Diego Sheriff’s deputies, firefighters, and CHP officers quickly secured the scene. Federal investigators from the FAA and NTSB will be leading the investigation into what caused the apparent mechanical failure that forced the landing.

According to the Cessna's tail number, the plane is registered to Tellum Aviation out of Encinitas.
They are listed as an aircraft rental business.

09/29/2025

Pedestrian Struck on SR-163 Entering Downtown San Diego

San Diego, Calif. — September 28, 2025, 9:18 p.m. — A pedestrian was struck by a vehicle Monday night on northbound State Route 163 near Ash Street, prompting a response from the California Highway Patrol.

According to CHP, the collision involved a male pedestrian and a vehicle. The driver remained on scene and cooperated with authorities. Paramedics transported the pedestrian to a local hospital with injuries that have not yet been disclosed.

CHP officers temporarily blocked lanes in the area while investigating the incident. The circumstances leading up to the collision remain under investigation.

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