Two San Diego Men Arrested Following Armed Robbery of
La Mesa Credit Union

The FBI is announcing the arrests of Dominique Dontae Lasker, age 26, and Davon Jacques Darden, age 23, of San Diego, California. Both men were arrested as a result of the investigation into the robbery of the California Coast Credit Union, 8002 La Mesa Boulevard, La Mesa, California, on Saturday, October 30, 2010.

On Saturday, October 30, 2010, at approximately 2:00 p.m., the California Coast Credit Union, located at 8002 La Mesa Boulevard, La Mesa, California, was robbed by two unknown masked men.

At the time of the robbery, the suspects entered the credit union wearing masks and one of them armed with a handgun. The men jumped over the teller counter and robbed multiple tellers at gunpoint. The money was placed into a backpack one of the men was carrying. After receiving a sum of money from the tellers, the men jumped back over the counter and exited the bank.

A witness reported seeing a black Chevrolet Monte Carlo leaving the area at a high rate of speed. Shortly after the credit union robbery, an FBI Evidence Response Team (ERT) responded to the credit union to identify and collect items of evidentiary value in support of the investigation Shortly after the credit union robbery, a Sergeant with the San Diego Police Department located the suspect vehicle in the 4600 block of Mataro Drive, San Diego.

According to the San Diego Police Department (SDPD), the Sergeant attempted to stop a male subsequently identified as Davon Jacques Darden who was walking away from the vehicle. The suspect fled behind Clay Elementary School.

 Another responding SDPD officer located the suspect at the intersection of Catherine Avenue and Stanley Avenue. The suspect then jumped a fence on the southwest corner, with the officer in pursuit.

As he leaned over the fence, the officer ordered the suspect to stop and place his hands in the air. The suspect complied, then turned and reached for his waistband.
Fearing the suspect was reaching for a handgun, the officer fired several rounds at the suspect. The suspect then jumped over another fence and disappeared into the neighborhood.

After a meticulous search of the area by the SDPD SWAT Team and Canine Units the suspect was found hiding inside a garage in the 6300 block of Stanley Avenue at approximately 5:45 p.m. The suspect was not struck by the officer’s rounds.

The officer-involved shooting is being investigated by the SDPD Homicide Unit.
La Mesa Police detectives and FBI agents took custody of Darden from SDPD as part of the La Mesa credit union robbery.

During the early morning hours of Sunday, October 31, 2010, Dominique Dontae Lasker voluntarily agreed to meet with detectives and FBI agents concerning the credit union robbery at SDPD Headquarters. During the course of this meeting Lasker was taken into custody as part of the credit union robbery investigation.

Davon Jacques Darden and Dominique Dontae Lasker are currently being held at the San Diego County Jail. Both men are expected to be booked into the Metropolitan Correctional Center (MCC) on Monday, November 1, 2010. Both men are expected to appear before a U.S. Magistrate Judge, on Monday, November 1, 2010, or Tuesday, November 2, 2010.

Investigation in this matter is being conducted by the La Mesa Police Department, the SDPD, and the FBI. The prosecution of Darden and Lasker will be handled by the U.S. Attorney’s Office.

Anyone with information concerning the credit union robbery is asked to contact the FBI at telephone number (858) 565-1255, or CrimeStoppers at (888) 580-8477.
FBI San Diego Press Release

Gang Fight Leads To El Cajon SWAT Incident

On September 27, 2010, at approximately 12:00 AM, the El Cajon Police Department received numerous 911 calls of shots fired in the area of Cuyamaca and Vernon. As officers moved into the area, additional reports came in that an injured male was leaving 1191 N. Cuyamaca, which is where a large fight had occurred.

Officers contacted this male and found that he had been stabbed and beaten. He was transported to Sharp Memorial Hospital, where he was treated and released.

Officers went to 1191 N. Cuyamaca, where they found 9mm shell casings on the ground outside the residence. Officers confirmed that there were people inside the residence, but they refused to come outside. Officers obtained a search warrant for the residence.

Because officers believed someone inside the residence was armed and refusing to come outside, the El Cajon Police Department’s SWAT Team was called to assist with the service of the search warrant. SWAT and the Crisis Negotiation Team arrived and began calling into the residence.

The individuals in the residence complied with orders to come outside. After a total of 19 people came out of the residence, the SWAT Team made entry and secured the residence. Officers searched the residence and located a 9mm handgun.

At the time of this press release, there have been no arrests related to the shooting. The investigation is continuing.
El Cajon PD Press Releases

Horton Plaza Abercrombie Fitch Robbed

09-26-10 San Diego Ca, according to San Diego Police at 1:58p.m. a Hispanic male 5'10" to 6', medium build, 165lbs, wearing a gray Abercrombie shirt, navy blue hoodie, with plaid inside the hood, and blue jeans, carrying 3 Abercrombie shopping bags robbed the store. No weapon seen, demand note used. He left on foot in an unknown direction.

Anyone with information please call the San Diego Police Department at 619-531-2000.

Residential Robbery And Assault Leaves
Woman With Serious Injury

09-25-10 Chula Vista Ca, The adult female resident was home alone when she heard knocking at her front door.  She looked out front but did not see anyone. 

Minutes later she saw a male suspect standing in her house.  He had apparently entered through a rear unlocked door.  She screamed for help.  The suspect demanded money and struck her several times in the face causing serious injuries (possible facial fractures). 

The suspect ran from the house without taking anything.  Neighbors heard the screaming and saw the suspect running away. 

20 minutes later CVPD Officer Kenneth Hicks saw the suspect walking on foot near Otay Lakes and La Media.  He went to contact the suspect who ran away.  Off Hicks took him into custody after a short foot pursuit. 

The victim was brought to the scene of the arrest and positively identified the suspect.  He was arrested.  The suspect admitted to Detectives that he entered the woman’s house to steal money or property. 

The suspect is identified as Edwin Holiday (06-15-89). Holiday is currently on parole for residential burglary.  He is a resident of Chula Vista.  He was booked into county jail for attempt robbery, residential burglary, and battery causing serious injury.  The victim went to the hospital for treatment.
Chula Vista Police Press Release

37th Annual Oktoberfest Celebration
In La Mesa

09-24-10 La Mesa Ca, The five block section of La Mesa Boulevard from Acacia Avenue to 4th Street, and eastbound Allison Avenue from Palm Avenue to Pine Street will be closed to vehicles and open to pedestrians only.

Spring Street traffic may be subject to delays. Normally scheduled bus service on these streets has been routed around the event area, and bus riders should consult with their transit operators for route changes.

As parking around the Oktoberfest is limited, the La Mesa Police Department encourages event patrons to car pool and use the San Diego Trolley, which will be providing additional transportation capacity to accommodate this event.

Parking laws will be strictly enforced. Disabled parking has been set aside in the Lemon Avenue Municipal Parking Lot and Acacia Avenue north of La Mesa Boulevard.

The presence of all animals at this event is prohibited, except for guide dogs, signal dogs, and service dogs as defined by California State law. Violators are subject to arrest.

The La Mesa Municipal Code prohibits the possession of all alcoholic beverages at this event except in designated areas such as the Beer Garden, Beer Courts, and businesses licensed by the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control.

Violators of local and State alcoholic beverage laws will be arrested. The La Mesa Police Department, in partnership with our community, anticipates a safe and enjoyable event for everyone in attendance.

Additional event information can be found at the sponsors’ websites:
The La Mesa Chamber of Commerce at www.lamesachamber.net
The La Mesa Village Merchants’ Association at www.lmvma.com

The event days and hours are:
Friday, October 1st 11:00 a.m. to 11:30 p.m.
Saturday, October 2nd 11:00 a.m. to 11:30 p.m.
Sunday, October 3rd 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
La Mesa Police Press Release

Kidnapping and Sexual Assault in Encinitas

On 09-24-10, at about 4:10 PM, a 15 year old female student was kidnapped and sexually assaulted near the 800 block of Melba Road, in Encinitas, while walking home from school. An older white four-door sedan pulled along side the victim. A Hispanic male adult (Suspect #1) grabbed the victim from behind then forced her into the back seat of the vehicle.

The vehicle quickly sped off with the victim still inside. There were two additional suspects inside the vehicle. The suspects held the victim in the car and sexually assaulted her while they drove through several residential areas. After about one hour, the suspects returned the victim to the school campus and pushed her out of the vehicle.

Suspect #1 - Hispanic male adult, age 20-32, 6' tall, thin build, brown eyes, thin mustache, light brown complexion, shaved head, tattoo on back of head (possibly a "6" or "619"), wearing a black long sleeve shirt and blue baggy jeans.

Suspect #2 - Hispanic male adult, age 20-32, 5' 8" - 5' 10" tall, light brown eyes, medium build, dark brown complexion, short light brown hair, some acne on face, protruding ears, small goatee, white t-shirt and blue shorts.

Suspect #3 (Driver) - Hispanic male adult, age 20-32, 5' 8" - 5'10" tall, green/hazel eyes, medium build, dark browncomplexion, short light brown hair, mustache and goatee, dark blue t-shirt, possibly a scar on right side of neck.

Vehicle Description - Older white 4 door mid size sedan with a squared off back, tinted rear windows.
Any one with any information Please contact the San Diego Sheriff's Department at (858) 565-5200.
San Diego Sheriff’s Media Release

FLU VACCINE RECOMMENDED FOR EVERYONE
Seasonal Flu Vaccine Also Protects Against H1N1

This flu season, age and health status won’t matter as the vaccine will be available to everyone 6 months and older. The San Diego County Health and Human Services Agency (HHSA) and its many partners today announced that the flu vaccine is now available throughout the region.

As it does every year, seasonal flu vaccine offers protection against three flu viruses that are expected to be around this winter.
 
A change this flu season is that people 9 years and older will only need one type of flu shot because the H1N1 vaccine is now part of the seasonal flu vaccine. However, two doses are still recommended for children 6 months to 8 years and they are to be administered four weeks apart.
 
“It is extremely important for people to get vaccinated and to practice good hand washing hygiene,” said Supervisor Ron Roberts at a vaccination clinic organized by the San Diego Black Nurses Association, the San Diego Immunization Coalition, and HHSA. “I encourage everyone in San Diego County to get their flu shot,” added Roberts, who got vaccinated along with hundreds of residents.
 
This year, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is recommending that people 6 months and older get vaccinated. The vaccine is especially recommended for people at higher risk of developing complications from the flu: pregnant women, children under 5, people 50 and older, those with chronic medical conditions and people in nursing homes or long-term care facilities.
 
According to the CDC, more than 160 million flu doses will be available across the country. This is a 40 percent increase compared to previous years in anticipation of higher demand from the public.

The vaccine comes in injectable and nasal forms; however, the nasal spray is only recommended for healthy individuals between 2 and 49 years of age.
 
Locally, people can get the flu vaccine at their doctor’s office or retail pharmacies. People with no insurance or medical provider can get the flu vaccine at the County’s seven public health vaccination clinics. The nearest location can be found at www.sdiz.org or by calling 2-1-1.
 
Last flu season, because of the H1N1 influenza pandemic, there were more flu-related deaths in the County than any previous year; 57 H1N1-related deaths since the novel H1N1 virus was discovered in April 2009. Furthermore, more than 900 people had to be hospitalized due to complications from H1N1.

“These deaths and hospitalizations can be prevented,” said Wilma Wooten, M.D., M.P.H, County Public Health Officer. “Getting vaccinated is the single most important action people can take to protect themselves from the flu.”
San Diego County News Release

San Diego Police Officer Cleared In
Fatal Shooting

September 22, 2010, San Diego Ca, in a letter to San Diego Police Chief Lansdowne from Deputy District Attorney Damon Mosler, out lining the review of reports, witness statements, and physical evidence compiled by the San Diego Police department's Homicide Division, concerning the fatal shooting of Mr. Nathan Gable Manning on May 20, 2010.

On Thursday, May 20, 2010, Detective Edward Jones was assigned to investigative duties out of the Mid-City Division, Detective Jones was responding to the radio call of two men fighting in street and he was only a short distance from the call, and He arrived on scene within in a minute, spotting Mr. Manning and Mr. Montes in the street and determined they were the subject of the call for help.

Detective Jones parked his car, and got out, identifying himself as a police officer to both men, drew his baton hoping the visual effect of that action would cause the men to stop fighting. Detective Jones spoke to the men, trying to defuse the situation by engaging both men in conversation.

However this only changed the target of Mr. Manning. At that time Mr. Manning charged the detective and began fighting; Detective Jones was able to strike Mr. Manning on the shoulder with his baton. However, the baton strike had no effect, and the suspect knock both men to the ground choking him around the neck in what one of the witnesses described as a headlock.

Fearing he would be choked unconscious, Detective Jones drew his gun. The struggle continued and Mr. Manning saw that Detective Jones had drawn his gun and told him over and over again to shoot him. During the struggle, Mr. Manning also tried to take the detective's gun away from him.

At that point Mr. Manning was still choking Detective Jones to the point where Detective Jones couldn't breathe any longer and feared for his life and the safety of others Detective Jones fired once at Mr. Manning striking him in the abdomen, Mr. Manning was transported to a local hospital where he died.

In further Investigation it was discovered that On Thursday, May 20, 2010, Mr. Montes returned to his apartment where he resided with Mr. Manning. Mr. Montes said Mr. Manning was acting strangely, ranting, saying it was judgment day and he was a demon.

When Mr. Manning rushed him and swung at him, Mr. Montes became frightened and fled the apartment running out into the street. When Mr. Montes ran past a nearby auto shop, he told the people there to call the police as Mr. Manning was chasing the victim down the street.

It was discovered that the suspect was using a prescription drug called Carbamazepine, and in the Carbamazepine literature it states, “In a small number of patients their mental behavior may change in unexpected ways and they may become suicidal”

According to the District Attorney a review Based on these circumstances, it's apparent that Detective Jones fired at Mr. Manning in self-defense and he therefore bears no criminal liability for his actions Mr. Nathan Manning was 31 years old and lived on Adams Avenue in San Diego.

Homicide Suspect Arrested In Santee

El Cajon Ca, On September 20, 2010, Investigators from the Tuolumne County Sheriff’s Office, with the assistance of the El Cajon Police Department, affected the arrest of Pete Frank Dominguez, a 39 year old male, in the 10200 block of Prospect Avenue, in Santee. Dominguez had an outstanding homicide warrant surrounding the death of Christina Marie Pierce, formerly of El Cajon.

Pierce was reported missing by her mother on April 23, 2010, and Investigators were led to the River Ranch Campground in Tuolumne County, after receiving information that Pierce had been living there with Dominguez. Pierce’s body was discovered on August 26, 2010, and the investigation into her death is ongoing.

Dominguez has significant ties to San Diego, having lived in East County as well as the Ocean Beach areas. Anyone with information surrounding the death of Pierce is encouraged to contact Tuolumne County Detective Kelvin Moses, at (209)694-2900.
El Cajon PD Press Releases

San Diego Police Department Child Safety
Campaign Kick-off

September 20, 2010 San Diego Ca, Child safety has always been a priority for the San Diego Police Department.  In light of recent tragic automobile accidents involving juvenile pedestrians, the San Diego Police Department will be joined by members of the Southeastern community to officially launch the “Child Safety Campaign”.
 
This campaign is driven by a commitment to keep our youth safe, especially on our streets.  Our Child Safety Committee has developed a plan to better inform parents, the community and businesses how they can take a proactive approach to ensure child safety.

The kick-off event will include the unveiling of a billboard at 5000 Market Street reminding the public to be aware of children as they travel on our streets. 

Members of the Police Department and the Jacobs Center will join together to pass out informational flyers and yard signs to educate the public about child safety and make our streets as safe as possible. 

Officers will be available to answer questions and provide safety tips.  Refreshments will also be provided. 
 
San Diego Police Chief William Lansdowne, Assistant Chief Boyd Long, San Diego Unified School District Police Chief Don Braun, City Councilmember Tony Young, District 4, and representatives from Rady’s Children’s Hospital and Project Safeway invite you join them in protecting your families and your community.

When: Tuesday, September 21, 2010 at 4:00 p.m. 

Where: Jacobs Center / UAAMAC lot 4891 Market Street, San Diego Chollas View neighborhood
San Diego Police Press Releases

One Home Damaged as Brush Fire Takes
Off in Spring Valley

September 18, 2010 Spring Valley- A team of about 90 Fire personnel joined forces this afternoon to fight a wildfire that damaged one home and threatened dozens more.

The fire was reported just after 12:30 PM in terrain heavy with flash fuels just south of the Lamplighter Village Mobile home park.

Near Jamacha and Sweetwater Springs. About 150 people were evacuated from the mobile home complex.

In addition other evacuations were ordered for residents of the Carriage Hills neighborhood where the flames also burn within about 30 yards of some homes.

In addition to ground crews five aircraft were brought into the fight, two fixed wing and three helicopters. The fire was officially contained at 3:22 PM. An estimated 50 to 60 acres were charred. No injuries were reported.

Of the one home damaged, apparently an ember landed on a wood, tinder dry shake shingle roof.

San Miguel fire crews responded quickly and kept damage to an estimated $60,000. Much has been made about this summer being the coolest in about 70 years, however despite the cooler weather, wildfires and start and travel quickly.

In San Diego County we must be prepared year round for the possibility of a destructive brush fire. Fire crews will continue mop up operations, and units will patrol the area throughout the evening to make sure not hot spots flair up. The cause of the fire is under investigation.

Firefighters from the San Miguel Fire District were joined by crews from Cal Fire, all Heartland agencies, San Diego, Fish and Wildlife, CHP, Sheriff’s Office and the San Diego Chapter of the American Red Cross.
San Miguel Fire News Release

San Diego County Sheriffs Officer Involved
Shooting Investigation

Shortly after 8:00 P.M. yesterday (September 17th), deputies responded to 8610 Ellsworth Lane in Santee, after receiving a call from a female, who said that her son was armed with a knife and was attempting to abduct a child.
 
The first deputy arrived on scene three minutes later. As he was getting out of his patrol car, he was immediately confronted by an individual, later identified as 26 year-old Pedro Galarza, who is a documented gang member, currently on parole.

Galarza was within ten feet of the deputy, when he (Galarza) reached into his waistband with both hands. It was at that time, the deputy fired his service weapon, striking Galarza.

Other deputies who arrived on scene recovered one large kitchen knife next to him, as well as a second knife and an ice pick from his person.

Galarza was transported by paramedics to a local hospital, where he is believed to be in stable condition.
 
Anyone with information about this incident should contact the Homicide Detail at (858) 974-2321, after hours at (858)-565-5200 or Crime Stoppers at (888) 580-TIPS(8477).
San Diego County Sheriffs Press Release

Escondido Police Department
Narcotics Seizure

On Thursday, September 16, 2010, at about 1321 hours, officers from the Escondido Police Department observed a tan Nissan Altima driving erratically.

The vehicle ran a red light on El Norte Parkway west of Centre City Parkway. The officers attempted to initiate a traffic stop on the vehicle. The driver of the vehicle failed to yield for the officers and began driving at a high rate of speed northbound on Centre City Parkway.

Police units pursued the vehicle onto northbound I-15. During the pursuit, speeds reached an excess of 100 miles per hour. The vehicle exited at Deer Springs Road and proceeded eastbound with police units following.

The suspect’s vehicle crashed through a chain link gate at a residential property located in the 27300 Block of Mountain Meadow Drive.

The suspects stopped the vehicle and fled into a nearby rural ravine. When the suspects fled the vehicle, a law enforcement helicopter observed the suspects carrying items with them into the brush.

Uniform and plainclothes officers responded to assist the pursuing units. Officers began a search of the hillsides and located all three suspects hiding in various locations.

During the search, officers found approximately 14 pounds of methamphetamine in a duffle bag and a loaded SKS assault rifle. The narcotics recovered have an estimated street value of $252,000.

The suspects were identified as Omar Cueva, 29 years old of Pauma Valley, Jose Cueva, 27 years old of Pauma Valley, and Juan Gomez, 26 years old of Pauma Valley.
Escondido Police Press Release

Kearsarge ARG, 26th MEU Arrive To Begin
Pakistan Relief

9/16/2010 USS KEARSARGE, At Sea (NNS) -- Sailors with Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group (ARG) and embarked Marines of 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) arrived in the 5th Fleet area of responsibility (AOR) Sept. 16 to begin support to the Pakistani humanitarian assistance/disaster relief (HA/DR) efforts.

Entering 5th Fleet waters marked the completion of the group's trans-Atlantic crossing, which began Aug. 27 in Norfolk, Va. Kearsarge ARG and 26th MEU began their regularly-scheduled deployment one month early to support those efforts.

Support of those efforts will be just one part of the Kearsarge ARG and 26th MEU's mission in the 5th Fleet AOR. They will also serve as the theater reserve force for U.S. Central Command when the Peleliu ARG completes its deployment in early November.

"We are looking forward to doing our part to help the flood victims in Pakistan," said Capt. Larry Grippin, commander, Amphibious Squadron (PHIBRON) 4. "Our Sailors and Marines have carefully prepared to carry out this relief mission."

Marine Medium Tilt-rotor Squadron (VMM) 266 Reinforced (REIN), "Fighting Griffins," will use their MV-22 Ospreys to support the relief efforts. This tilt-rotor aircraft combines the vertical flight capabilities of a helicopter with the speed and range of a fixed-wing aircraft.

"We will be providing aerial lift of supplies and personnel to help alleviate the suffering of the Pakistani people," said Marine Maj. Eric Keith, a "Fighting Griffins" pilot. "As for the deployment and our mission, everybody is pretty excited to get to our destination, knowing that the mission will make a difference for the people of Pakistan, is really uplifting."

Kearsarge ARG is comprised of PHIBRON 4, amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3), amphibious dock landing ship USS Carter Hall (LSD 50) and amphibious transport dock ship USS Ponce (LPD 15) and embarked 26th MEU.

Kearsarge ARG and 26th MEU will report directly to Expeditionary Strike Group (ESG) 5, which is responsible for all amphibious forces deployed to 5th Fleet.

Fifth Fleet's AOR encompasses approximately 2.5 million square miles of water and includes the Arabian Gulf, Arabian Sea, Red Sea, Gulf of Aden, Gulf of Oman and parts of the Indian Ocean.
By Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Darius O. Jackson, Commander, U.S. Naval Forces Central Command/5th Fleet Public Affairs

Covert Marijuana Growing Operation Foiled
by U.S. Border Patrol

09-16-10 Temecula, Ca, — Earlier this week, U.S. Border Patrol agents eradicated 365 marijuana plants growing outdoors in a secluded canyon near Temecula, Calif.

The discovery took place on Tuesday at about 2 p.m., as agents were conducting patrol duties near De Luz Canyon, which is located in an unincorporated area near Calle La Paz.

While inspecting a foot trail in the canyon that appeared to be heavily used, the agents came across the illegal plants, an irrigation system and cultivating equipment. No arrests have been made in connection with the discovery.

The eradicated plants had the potential to produce an estimated $1,277,500 worth of marijuana. The plants were ultimately turned over to the Riverside County Sheriff’s Department.

Last month, agents eradicated more than 1,000 marijuana plants from similar growing operations in Rainbow and Bonsall, Calif.
CBP Press Release

Three San Diego Men Sentenced for Sex Trafficking

September 13, 2010 San Diego Ca, United States Attorney Laura E. Duffy announced that Patrick Jones was sentenced today in federal court in San Diego by the Honorable Thomas J. Whelan to serve 180 months in custody and 10 years of supervised release following his release from prison based on Jones’ convictions for one count of sexual exploitation of a child and one count of sex trafficking on a minor.

Jones was found guilty on May 7, 2010 after a three-day jury trial.

Two of Jones’ co-defendants, Dwayne Tousant and Dominique Willis, were also sentenced by Judge Whelan.

Tousant was sentenced to serve 120 months in prison, and Willis was sentenced to serve 108 months in prison.

According to evidence presented at trial, Jones and three others picked up the 14-year-old female victim from a restaurant on El Cajon Boulevard in San Diego.

They drove her to a motel in Oceanside, where they forced her to pose for sexually explicit photographs so that they could solicit “johns” on the Internet to engage in commercial sex acts with the child.

Jones and his co-defendants were charged in April 2009 after the child was able to escape the motel room and run to a nearby convenience store to call 9-1-1.

This case is being brought as part of the Department of Justice Project Safe Childhood (PSC). For more information about PSC, please visit www.projectsafechildhood.gov.

Patrick Jones Age: 22 San Diego, California
Dwayne Tousant Age: 24 San Diego, California
Dominique Willis Age: 21 San Diego, California

SUMMARY OF CHARGES
Sexual Exploitation of a Child
Trafficking of Children

AGENCIES
Federal Bureau of Investigation
Oceanside Police Department
Department of Justice Press Release

POLICE INVESTIGATE IN-CUSTODY DEATH
AT POLICE HEADQUARTERS

09-16-10 San Diego Ca, San Diego Police Department Homicide Unit detectives are investigating the death of a male who was in custody at the San Diego Police Department watch commander’s office being processed for booking into jail.
 
Last night, at approximately 7:40 p.m., officers received a radio call of a disturbance in the 4900 block of Longford Street in the community of North Clairemont.

Officers arrived at the intersection of Clairemont Mesa Boulevard and Longford Street and found citizens holding a 36 year-old black male, who had been accused of attempting to burglarize an apartment.

The preliminary investigation has revealed the suspect was discovered in an enclosed patio area of an apartment, looking into the windows.

The resident of the apartment was walking home, saw the suspect on the patio and questioned what he was doing. The suspect punched the resident and fled on foot. The resident caught the suspect at the intersection and was assisted by other citizens in holding the suspect until police arrived.
 
When officers arrived to assist the citizens, the suspect complained of pain to his legs. Paramedics were called and transported the suspect to a local hospital, where he was treated and released.

The suspect was transported to the police headquarters building for processing, prior to booking into jail, when he again complained of pain to his legs and having difficulty breathing. Paramedics were called to the police station and were treating the man when he died.

San Diego Police officers did not use any force on the suspect when taking him into custody or transporting him for processing. The cause of the male’s death is not known. His identity has not been confirmed. An autopsy is pending.
San Diego Police Press Releases

Unlimited Hydroplanes Return To
Mission Bay

09-13-10 San Diego Ca, San Diego Bayfair’s Thunderboat Regatta on Mission Bay’s 2-1/2 mile course with 1200 foot turns and 200 mph straightaway’s, it’s one of the fastest courses on the circuit.

It’s also shallower than other courses and it starts out pretty smooth but the wake of the boats racing around has it good and ruffed up by the end of each heat making for some exciting, thrilling and spectacular racing.
  
As many as Twelve Unlimited Hydroplanes, will be battling it out on Bill Muncey Memorial Race Course Mission Bay’s famous and legendary track named after the legendary Hydroplane (Thunderboat) driver Bill Muncey with 62 Wins the most in the history of the sport, He truly was Mr. Unlimited, without question, the greatest hydroplane racer in history.

This weekends Exciting Race Lineup with Several titles that will be on the line as teams compete under American Power Boat Association (APBA) sanctioning at the 46th running of the San Diego Bayfair Set for Sept. 17-19.

“If you like boat racing, we’ve got boats for every taste,” said Jeff Thomas, chairman of the San Diego Bayfair Board of Directors. “With championships on the line in some of the classes, the competition is going to be fierce.”

Leading the way are the Unlimited Hydroplanes making a come back to San Diego after a one-year off. Oh Boy! Oberto driver Steve David hopes to extend his 500-point lead at the Air Guard Championship presented by Degree Men.

H1 Unlimited Chairman Sam Cole stated, “We are delighted to be able to have Grand Prix West join us in San Diego. They are a dedicated group of racers and we look forward to supporting their efforts at the Air Guard Championship presented by Degree.

GPW is a great series that is growing fast and becoming very popular with fans of hydroplane racing. They will be a great addition to our event on Mission Bay.”

A tradition for over 40 years, as many 150,000 plus spectators will attend the 3 days of the San Diego Bayfair’s World Series of Powerboat Racing. Over 1,000 motor homes can be accommodated at the  festival September 17, 18, and 19, 2010.

Fans come from all over the world to attend the extravaganza. On Saturday night, a fireworks show will wow! The Bayfair crowds, with many other attracts, like Music, food and for those over 21, there are beer gardens set up on Crown Point and Vacation Isle there will entertainment and for the entire family.

Here’s a brief overview of the other classes participating in San Diego Bayfair:

Grand Prix—Featuring supercharged big-block engines, Grand Prix boats are a smaller version of an Unlimited hydroplane. The boats run up to 160 mph in straightaways. Competitors from the West Coast and Canada will be making their way to San Diego to run the 26-foot hydroplanes.

Offshore Boats—As many as 12 V-bottoms and catamarans will converge on Mission Bay for the third stop of the Pacific Offshore Powerboat Racing Association (POPRA). Many of the piston-powered boats run speeds that top 100 mph in the straightaway’s.

PWC—Some of the biggest names in PWC racing including Craig Warner and Chris Macclugage will take over Crown Point for some closed course competition. More than 100 racers will compete in 15 classes as a warm-up for World Championships in October.

Stock Outboards—As the name implies, these boats used outboard engines that have not been modified. Racers kneel in the boats that weigh a mere 125 pounds. The slightest wake or driver movement can affect the balance of the boat that top speeds of 60 mph.

SST-45 Tunnel Boats—The smaller cousin to the Formula 1 tunnel boats, many of the sport’s stars started in the SST-45 ranks. Boats can accelerate to top speed in just a few seconds and because they can turn so sharply, they are an instant favorite with boat racing fans.

Cracker Boxes—The oldest inboard class in the APBA, Cracker Boxes feature the engine in front of the driver and observer. The flat-bottom runabouts have the exact same bottom design as the boats when they made their debut in the 1930s. These boats can run speeds up to 100 mph.

Classic Outboard Runabouts—With a modified V-bottom, these boats will post speeds of 80 mph on the course. Powered by a V-6, 150-horsepower outboard, the Outboard Runabouts have a loyal following in San Diego.

“All of these classes are great fun to watch in person,” said promoter Ross Wallach, who will oversee the various classes for San Diego Bayfair. “You have amateurs’ drivers competing against veteran racers, which can make for great racing.” The Drag Boat ‘s compete in front of Crown Point Shores in front of thousands of motorsports fans!
Sources:
San Diego Bayfair,
www.h1unlimited
www.sandiego.org
sandiegocoastlife.com
Wikipedia

El Cajon Teen Coalition Kicks Off
Another Year

September 13, 2010 The City of El Cajon Teen Coalition will soon kick off another year of leadership and community service opportunities for teens in El Cajon.   Applications are actively circulating at El Cajon middle schools, high schools, and recreation centers.  The same press release and application are also available on the City’s website at www.elcajonrec.org

Teen Coalition candidates must be residents of El Cajon or attend a school within the city limits, in grades 6 through 12, and be under the age of 19 years old as of September 1, 2010. Those interested in becoming coalition members need to complete an application and return it to the Recreation Department at City Hall by September 27, 2010.

Engage, educate and empower! These continue to be the goals for the City’s Teen Coalition. Teen Coalition members will learn about sectors working within the community, explore problem solving strategies regarding youth issues, develop their leadership skills, and have opportunities to engage in community service. 

Outside of special events, the Teen Coalition will meet on the third Thursday of each month, 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Renette Recreation Center. A kick off orientation will be a team building event at San Diego State University. Teen Coalition will create a community service project from May through June.
                 
The City of El Cajon Teen Coalition will also continue to sponsor the annual “Youth of the Year” award, an award that places a spotlight on those youth who go above and beyond in serving their community. 

Represent youth in the City of El Cajon!  Apply today and make a difference in your community! For more information please call (619) 441-1516.

Bank Robbery at 501 W Broadway
City National Bank

09-13-10 San Diego Ca, A Black male with a medium complexion, possible gray goatee and mustache, 5'5" approximately 40 years old entered the bank and presented a note.

He was wearing a brown sweater, with a gray and red sweater tied around his waist. He left on foot toward Horton Plaza. Anyone with information call the Robbery Unit at 619-531-2299.

Good Samaritans and San Diego Coast
Guard Rescue 9 From Sinking Boat

SEPTEMBER 11, 2010, SAN DIEGO – The Coast Guard received a call for help from a vessel with nine people on board that was taking on water about 30 miles south of Point Loma, Calif., Saturday evening.

The Joint Harbor Operations Center (JHOC) in San Diego received a distress call at 4:45 p.m., from the 48-foot fishing boat Instinct stating they were taking on water from the engine room and could not control the rate the water was leaking.

Coast Guard Sector San Diego launched a MH-60T Jayhawk helicopter and diverted the Coast Guard Cutter Edisto to the Instinct’s location. All nine people aboard the boat put on their lifevests and prepared to abandon the Instinct by launching the lifeboat.

Before the Coast Guard could arrive on scene the good Samaritan boat Miss My Money arrived on scene and tried to help the Instinct pump the water off.

Another good Samaritan boat, Dr. Sic, arrived on scene just after 5 p.m., and took all nine people from the sinking Instinct on board. A third good Samaritan boat, Tin Man, also arrived on scene to help.

The rescue helicopter arrived on scene at 5:23 p.m., and supervised the transfer of all of the survivors to the Dr. Sic and the Tin Man.

At 5:45 p.m., the crew of Dr. Sic began transporting six of the survivors from the Instinct to Point Loma Marina. Three people were transferred to the Tin Man that stayed on scene until further help arrived.

The Coast Guard Cutter Edisto arrived on scene at 5:53 p.m., and brought two of the remaining three survivors from the Tin Man on board, while the third was transferred to a commercial savage company’s boat. The salvage company boat then took the Instinct into tow and transported it to a local marina.

The Coast Guard would like to remind all mariners to have the proper communication and life saving equipment on board in case of an emergency such the one that happened this evening.
U.S. Coast Guard News Release

Special Local Regulation established
for Thunderboat Regatta

SEPTEMBER 11, 2010 SAN DIEGO –U.S. Coast Guard Sector San Diego has established a Special Local Regulation (SLP) for the Thunderboat Regatta scheduled to be held September 17-19 on Mission Bay.

The purpose of the SLP is to ensure the safety of the racers and non-participants, including recreational boaters, and inform them of the restrictions placed on Mission Bay boating traffic during the event.

The Thunderboat Regatta closed-course SLP will encompass Fiesta Bay from De Anza Point to Dana Landing. The SLP will be in effect from 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

People and vessels are prohibited from entering into, transiting through, or anchoring within the SLP unless authorized by the Coast Guard Patrol Commander (PATCOM). Portions of the SLP maybe open periodically to allow for vessel traffic.

While on the water, boaters are encouraged to contact the vessels enforcing the SLP. Both event organizers will provide vessels marked with a large orange sign “Caution – Event in Progress.” All perimeter vessels will have informational flyers indicating the length of the SLP event status.

PATCOM can be reached while the SLP is in effect on Marine Band radio channel 16.
U.S. Coast Guard News Release

Law Enforcement on the look out for
a Pair of Bank Robbers

The FBI and local law enforcement are seeking the public’s assistance to identify two unknown men believed responsible for two bank robberies in San Diego County on Tuesday, September 7, 2010.

On Tuesday, September 7, 2010, at approximately 1:30 p.m., the US Bank, located inside of the Vons grocery store, at 3681 Avocado Avenue, La Mesa, California, was robbed by an unknown male accompanied by another unknown male.

The first suspect entered the store approached the victim teller, and presented a demand note for cash. While the first suspect was robbing the teller, the second suspect stood behind suspect number one and appeared to act as a lookout for suspect number one.

Suspect number one collected the money from the victim teller and walked out of the store followed by suspect number two.

At approximately 2:44 p.m., the Bank of America, located at 4420 Bonita Road, Bonita, California, was robbed by an unknown male accompanied by another unknown male. During this robbery, suspect number one approached the victim teller and presented a demand note for cash.

Once again the second suspect stood watch during the robbery. After receiving money from the victim teller both suspects exited the bank.

Investigators believe the suspects reversed roles in the second robbery, with suspect number one from the first robbery acting as a lookout, while suspect number two conducted the second robbery.

The suspects are described as follows:
Suspect number one:
Sex: Male
Race: White
Age: Approximately 40 years old
Height: 5’10” - 6’0” tall
Hair: Brown/Gray closely cut hair and mustache
Clothing: Light colored pullover sweatshirt, dark gray sweatpants, dark tee shirt underneath sweatshirt, blue Padres baseball cap
Suspect number two:
Sex: Male
Race: White
Age: Approximately 40 years old
Height: 5’10” - 6”0” tall
Clothing: Light blue jeans, red and white v-neck long sleeve shirt, dark baseball cap, and white framed sunglasses

Anyone with information concerning this robbery is asked to contact the FBI at telephone number (858) 565-1255 or Crime Stoppers at (888) 580-8477. You may remain anonymous by calling the FBI or Crime Stoppers.
FBI Press Release