Browsing: Crime
In 2018, San Diego reported the lowest murder rate among the 30 largest U.S. cities, highlighting effective law enforcement and community efforts, according to the Times of San Diego.
The US Attorney’s Office for the Central District of California, under the Department of Justice, prosecutes federal crimes and represents the government in civil litigation, safeguarding justice in one of the nation’s largest districts.
Poway has been ranked among the top 10 safest cities in California, according to fox5sandiego.com. The city’s low crime rates and strong community efforts contributed to this recognition.
A U.S. man suspected of murdering his two children in Baja California was arrested Thursday at the San Diego border crossing, authorities confirmed. The investigation remains ongoing.
Forty-six individuals were arrested in a large-scale sex trafficking operation, authorities announced. The crackdown involved coordinated efforts by multiple agencies to dismantle the network. Investigations are ongoing.
Samuel Little, the deadliest serial killer in US history, was linked to assaults on two San Diego women in 1984. Authorities continue to uncover details of his extensive crime spree. Read more at cbs8.com.
Antifa on trial: A landmark criminal case is putting the nebulous left-wing movement under the spotlight. As court proceedings unfold, the outcome could reshape public perception and legal standing of Antifa in America.
A former sheriff’s deputy was sentenced to 12 years in prison for engaging in sex acts with a teenage girl, the Times of San Diego reports. The conviction highlights ongoing concerns about abuse of power within law enforcement.
Hate acts and shoplifting surged in 2024, according to new data, even as overall crime rates experienced a decline. Officials urge targeted measures to address these growing concerns. (fox5sandiego.com)
Foreign organized crime groups are targeting San Diego homes in a troubling trend dubbed “burglary tourism.” The District Attorney warns residents to stay vigilant as thefts from these groups rise.
From the shadowy streets of Victorian London to the roaring 1920s Chicago, “Jack The Ripper To Al Capone: 7 Best True Crime Tours Of 2024” explores chilling tales and historic crime scenes for eager thrill-seekers.
San Diego’s latest surge in white-collar crime highlights escalating fraud and embezzlement cases, as exposed by the San Diego Reader. Authorities intensify efforts to tackle financial deceit in the region.
The FBI’s encrypted phone platform infiltration led to a massive global crackdown, dismantling hundreds of criminal syndicates. The Department of Justice hailed the operation as a major victory in the fight against organized crime.
Twenty-six individuals were charged and 228 firearms seized in a Department of Justice crackdown targeting San Diego street gangs and the Mexican Mafia, marking a significant blow to regional gang violence and illegal arms trafficking.
In a week-long operation, Southern California authorities made 97 border-related arrests, including two U.S. Customs and Border Protection agents, highlighting ongoing challenges at the border.
Calls are growing for a hate crime investigation into the killing of a Jewish dentist in San Diego. Community leaders and officials urge authorities to thoroughly examine motives behind the attack.
A 17-year-old Syrian refugee was attacked on a San Diego trolley by a man shouting racial slurs, police report. The incident highlights ongoing concerns about hate crimes targeting immigrants in the U.S.
A former Navy sailor was sentenced to 7 years to life for the brutal 1969 murder of a dancer. Once remembered as “the kindest and gentlest,” Mary’s cold case was finally resolved, delivering long-awaited justice.
Daniel Andreas San Diego, an FBI bomb suspect, has reportedly been living in Wales for years, according to the BBC. Authorities continue to investigate his presence and activities in the region.
10News.com examines former President Donald Trump’s recent claims about rising crime in America, comparing them with official data to separate fact from fiction and provide an accurate crime overview.