Who Killed Phoutone “Taun” Lothirath?

UP TO $1000 REWARD

San Diego County Crime Stoppers and investigators from the Escondido Police Department’s Cold Case Unit are asking for the public’s help in identifying and locating the suspect(s) responsible for the murder of 30-year-old Phoutone “Taun” Lothirath.

On Halloween night, October 31, 1995, at 10:20 p.m., Phoutone “Taun” Lothirath was shot multiple times in the chest and back. This occurred at Lothirath’s residence, 1228 S. Upas Street, Escondido, CA.

The suspect posed as a trick-or-treater, by knocking on the residence door. Lothirath’s 10-year-old son, Eddy, answered the door. As Eddy turned around to get candy from the table, the suspect entered the residence, ordered Eddy to the back of the house and murdered Lothirath. The suspect wore a bandana partially covering his face.

The suspect fled the residence courtyard and was seen by a witness running to the alley. A dark blue or black import vehicle, similar to a Toyota, was observed leaving the alley directly after the shooting.

Evidence collected at the scene indicated two guns were used, one to murder Lothirath and a second to shoot into the residence from outside the front window. This could point to a second suspect being present during the murder. Further investigation suggested the suspect was probably known to Lothirath.

Anyone with information on this murder is asked to call the Escondido Police Department’s Homicide Unit at (760) 839-4974 or the Crime Stoppers anonymous tip line at (888) 580-8477. Visit the Crime Stoppers website at www.sdcrimestoppers.org for more information on how to send anonymous web and mobile app tips.

• Media inquiries about this case should be directed to Lt. Suzanne Baeder at (760) 839-4984 or

  email at sbaeder@escondido.org .

• Media inquiries about Crime Stoppers can be directed to Officer Mark Herring at (619) 531- 1500 or email at msherring@pd.sandiego.gov .

Who Killed Arminda Grangela Rodrigues da Silva Ribeiro?

UP TO $1000

San Diego County Crime Stoppers and investigators from the San Diego Police Department’s Homicide Unit are asking for the public’s help in identifying and locating the suspect(s) responsible for the murder of 29 year-old Arminda Grangela Rodrigues da Silva Ribeiro.

On June 13, 1973, at approximately 11:20 a.m., fishermen found the body of an unidentified female in the San Diego Bay between Laurel Street and the US Coast Guard Station. The woman’s body had been dismembered and placed into an orange suitcase and several plastic bags. For decades following her discovery, the female remained unidentified, but local investigators continued to devote efforts to solving the case. In 2020, the remains were exhumed by the San Diego County Medical Examiner’s Office to attempt to identify the victim through DNA.

With financial assistance from NaMus (National Missing and Unidentified Persons System), a private, forensic biotechnology company, Othram, was able to develop a DNA profile from the exhumed remains. Ultimately, this profile led to the identification of the victim as Arminda Grangela Rodrigues da Silva Ribeiro. Ribeiro would have been 29 years old at the time of her death.

Investigators have learned Ribeiro was born in Portugal. Her family emigrated to the Ironbound neighborhood in Newark, New Jersey, which is home to a large Portuguese community. Ribeiro was married and had two children. She still has family in the Newark, New Jersey, area.

Investigators also learned that she worked at a trailer fabrication company in Newark at the time of her disappearance. It is unknown what connection Ribeiro may have had to San Diego. Police are seeking assistance in identifying the company she worked for in Newark, any potential connections she had to San Diego, or any information that might help investigators determine what happened to Ribeiro.

Anyone with information on this murder is asked to call the San Diego Police Department’s Homicide Unit at (619) 531-2293 or the Crime Stoppers anonymous tip line at (888) 580-8477. Visit the Crime Stoppers website at www.sdcrimestoppers.org for more information on how to send anonymous web and mobile app tips.

• Media inquiries about this case should be directed to Lt. Jud Campbell at (619) 533-5752 or email at campbellj@pd.sandiego.gov.

• Media inquiries about Crime Stoppers can be directed to Officer Mark Herring at (619) 531- 1500 or email at msherring@pd.sandiego.gov or Deputy Marcial Lopez at (619) 531-1547 or email at marcial.lopez@sdsheriff.org.

Suspects Wanted for Homicide

UP TO $1000

San Diego County Crime Stoppers along with investigators from the San Diego County Sheriff’s Department’s Homicide Unit are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying and locating the suspect(s) responsible for a homicide in the Otay Mesa area near the U.S./ Mexico border fence.

On July 28 2023, at about 1:35 a.m., Cal-Fire firefighters located a gunshot wound victim near the base of the border fence, approximately three miles east of the Otay Mesa Port of Entry. Sheriff's deputies were subsequently contacted to investigate the shooting. The victim of the shooting was transported to a local hospital and reported that he and his friend had crossed into the United States through a gap in the border fence earlier in the night. After crossing, they were contacted by a group of Hispanic males. The suspects asked the victim and his friend who they had paid to cross the border. When the victim informed the suspects they had not paid, he and his friend were forced to walk up a mountain, ordered to get on their knees and both were shot.

After the suspects left, the victim checked on his friend, but he was deceased. The victim walked along the border fence until running into Cal-Fire fire fighters. The suspects may be associated with the Hotel Libertad in Tijuana.

Description of suspects:

The only information on the suspects are composite sketches of three of the four Hispanic males involved.

Anyone with information on the identity or location of the suspects is asked to call the Sheriff’s Department’s Homicide Unit at (858) 285-6330 or the Crime Stoppers anonymous tip line at (888) 580-8477. Crime Stoppers is offering up to a $1,000 reward to anyone with information that leads to an arrest in this case. Visit the Crime Stoppers website at www.sdcrimestoppers.org for more information on how to send anonymous web and mobile app tips.

• Media inquiries about this case can be directed to Sergeant Tim Chantler at (858) 285-6330 or via email at Tim.Chantler@sdsheriff.org

• Media inquiries about Crime Stoppers can be directed to Deputy Marcial Lopez at (619) 531-1547 or email at Marcial.Lopez@sdsheirff.org.

Who Killed Arthur Jordan?

UP TO $1000 REWARD

San Diego County Crime Stoppers and investigators from the San Diego Police Department’s Homicide Unit are asking for the public’s help in identifying and locating the suspect(s) responsible for the murder of 28-year-old Arthur Jordan.

On Wednesday, July 19, 2018, at around 12:30 a.m., Arthur Jordan was a passenger sitting inside a vehicle at 3000 Martin Avenue, in San Diego. An unknown dark sedan style vehicle drove by, and the occupant(s) fired numerous rounds into the victim’s vehicle. Arthur’s friends escaped the attack by quickly driving out of the area. They called 9-1-1 while attempting to drive Arthur to the hospital. Officers located Arthur and the victim’s vehicle at Park Boulevard and El Cajon Boulevard and rendered medical aid. Jordan was transported to a local hospital where he later succumbed to his injuries.

Despite an exhaustive follow-up investigation, including numerous witness interviews and forensic analysis of evidence, the murder investigation of Arthur Jordan went cold. Investigators and the victim’s family are asking that anyone with information regarding this case to contact the San Diego Police Department Homicide Unit or Crime Stoppers.

Anyone with information on this murder is asked to call the San Diego Police Department’s Homicide Unit at (619) 531-2293 or the Crime Stoppers anonymous tip line at (888) 580-8477. Visit the Crime Stoppers website at www.sdcrimestoppers.org for more information on how to send anonymous web and mobile app tips.

• Media inquiries about this case should be directed to Lt. Jud Campbell at (619) 533-5752 or email at campbellj@pd.sandiego.gov.

• Media inquiries about Crime Stoppers can be directed to Officer Mark Herring at (619) 531- 1500 or email at msherring@pd.sandiego.gov or Deputy Marcial Lopez at (619) 531-1547 or email at marcial.lopez@sdsheriff.org.

Death Investigation Assistance

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San Diego County Crime Stoppers and investigators from the San Diego Police Department’s Traffic Division are asking for the public’s help with an incident that left a male deceased in the Otay Mesa West area of San Diego.

On Wednesday, September 6, 2023, at about 8:51 p.m., citizens called 911 to report finding a male down in the roadway at the intersection of Del Sol Boulevard and Beyer Way. Police and Fire personnel responded and discovered the male was suffering from a serious head injury. The male was not able to speak and there were no witnesses at the scene to indicate what happened to the male before he was found.

The male was transported to the hospital where he died on September 17, 2023, as a result of his injuries.

At this time, it is unknown how the male sustained the head injury. The male was Hispanic, 42-years-old, about 5’ 8” tall, 150 lbs., brown hair, and unshaven. He was wearing a black shirt, black sweatpants and was known to frequent the area.

Anyone with information that may assist in this investigation is asked to call SDPD’s Traffic Division at (858) 495-7823 or the Crime Stoppers anonymous tip line at (888) 580-8477. Please visit www.sdcrimestoppers.org for information on how to send a web or mobile app tip. Crime Stoppers is offering up to a $1,000 reward to anyone with information that leads to an arrest in this case.

• • Media inquiries about this case can be directed to Traffic Division Det. Sgt. Victoria Houseman at (858) 573-5067 or email at vhouseman@pd.sandiego.gov.

• • Inquiries about Crime Stoppers can be directed to SDPD Officer Mark Herring at (619) 531-1500 or msherring@pd.sandiego.gov or Deputy Marcial Lopez at (619) 531-1547 or email at marcial.lopez@sdsheriff.org.

Two Year Anniversary of the Unsolved Murder of Luis Alberto Arroyo

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San Diego County Crime Stoppers and investigators from the San Diego Police Department’s Homicide Unit continue to ask for the public’s help in identifying and locating the suspect(s) responsible for the murder of 38-year-old Luis Alberto Arroyo.

On July 26, 2021, at 2:14 a.m., the San Diego Police Communications Center received a report of possible gunshots in the Emerald Hills area. As patrol officers began checking the area, a man (later identified as Luis Alberto Arroyo) was found in the parking lot of Emerald Hills Park with apparent gunshot wounds to his upper body. Officers began administering first aid and eventually performed CPR. San Diego Fire-Rescue personnel arrived on scene and transported Arroyo to a local hospital. Unfortunately, Arroyo did not survive his injuries and was pronounced deceased at the hospital.

Investigators from the San Diego Police Homicide Unit were called to the scene. Investigators are still trying to determine what led to the shooting and are still in the process of looking for witnesses and information regarding the shooting.

Anyone with information on this murder is asked to call the San Diego Police Department’s Homicide Unit at (619) 531-2293 or the Crime Stoppers anonymous tip line at (888) 580-8477. Visit the Crime Stoppers website at www.sdcrimestoppers.org for more information on how to send anonymous web and mobile app tips.

• Media inquiries about this case should be directed to Lt. Stephen Shebloski at (619) 531-2275 or email at sshebloski@pd.sandiego.gov.

• Media inquiries about Crime Stoppers can be directed to Officer Mark Herring at (619) 531-1500 or email at msherring@pd.sandiego.gov or Deputy Marcial Lopez at (619) 531-1547 or email at marcial.lopez@sdsheriff.org.

Information Wanted For Murder Suspect At Large

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Photos of Daniel Ethridge:

San Diego County Crime Stoppers and investigators with the San Diego County Sheriff's Department Homicide Unit want your help in locating 34-year-old Daniel Ethridge who is wanted for a homicide that occurred in the City of Lemon Grove.

On Saturday March 18th, at approximately 10:00 p.m., deputies responded to a radio call of a shooting at the 2800 block of Lemon Grove Avenue. Deputies arrived in the area and located 39-year-old Gregory Moore, unconscious in a vehicle at the intersection of Lemon Grove Avenue and San Miguel Avenue.

Through their investigation, investigators have identified Daniel Ethridge as a suspect. Ethridge has an active arrest warrant for the homicide and is believed to be associated to a local street gang. Ethridge should be considered armed and dangerous.

Suspect’s Description:

Daniel Ethridge is a Black male, 34-years-old, 5’9” tall, weighs 165 lbs., has black hair, and brown eyes. Ethridge has prior convictions for assault with a deadly weapon and shooting into an inhabited dwelling.

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to call the Sheriff’s Department Homicide Unit at (858) 285-6330 or the Crime Stoppers anonymous tip line at (888) 580-8477. Crime Stoppers is offering up to a $1,000 reward to anyone with information that leads to an arrest in this case. Visit www.sdcrimestoppers.org for information on how to send web or mobile app tips.

• Media inquiries about this case can be directed to Lieutenant Joseph Jarjura at (858) 285-6326 or email at Joseph.Jarjura@sdsheriff.org.

• Inquiries about Crime Stoppers can be directed to Deputy Marcial Lopez at (619) 531-1547 or email at Marcial.Lopez@sdsheriff.org.

Who Killed Edwin Barrera & Gillian Aguilera

UP TO $1000

San Diego County Crime Stoppers and investigators from the National City Police Department are asking for the public’s help in identifying and locating the suspect(s) responsible for the murders of 18-year-old Edwin Barrera and 16-year-old Gillian Aguilera.

On October 28, 2022, at about 11:35 p.m., the National City Police Department received numerous 911 calls regarding shots fired followed by two persons down in 1800 block of East 17th Street. Officers arrived on scene and performed life saving efforts on two victims who were struck by the gunfire. The victims were transported to local trauma centers by ambulance. Unfortunately, both succumbed to their injuries and died at the hospital.

Both victims, 18-year-old Edwin Barrera and 16-year-old Gillian Aguilera, had been attending a Halloween party at a residence before the incident. Detectives have been continuously investigating this case since it occurred and believe there are multiple additional witnesses that were at the scene and have not yet been identified or interviewed.

*** Photos of the victims can be found on page 2 of this release.***

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to call the National City Police Department at (619) 336-4457 or the Crime Stoppers anonymous tip line at (888) 580-8477. Crime Stoppers is offering a $1,000 reward to anyone with information that leads to an arrest in this case. Visit www.sdcrimestoppers.org for information on how to send web or mobile app tips.

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to call the National City Police Department at (619) 336-4457 or the Crime Stoppers anonymous tip line at (888) 580-8477. Crime Stoppers is offering a $1,000 reward to anyone with information that leads to an arrest in this case. Visit www.sdcrimestoppers.org for information on how to send web or mobile app tips.

• Media inquiries about this case can be directed to Sergeant Ken Springer at (619) 336-4468 or email at kspringer@nationalcityca.gov.

• Inquiries about Crime Stoppers can be directed to Officer Mark Herring at (619) 531-1500 or msherring@pd.sandiego.gov or Deputy Marcial Lopez at (619) 531-1547 or email at marcial.lopez@sdsheriff.org .

Crime Stoppers: Hit and Run - Encinitas

UP TO $1000 REWARD

The North Coastal Sheriff's Station and San Diego County Crime Stoppers want your help in identifying and locating a suspect involved in a deadly hit and run in Encinitas.

On January 1 just before 12:30 a.m., 23-year-old David Dilma and a female companion were struck by a vehicle while running in the intersection of North Coast Highway 101 and Encinitas Boulevard. The driver of the vehicle did not stop to check on the victims and fled the scene.

Unfortunately, Dilma died from his injuries.

The suspect's vehicle is described as a black Chrysler/Dodge minivan.

A left side rear view mirror (see photo below) belonging to the suspect's vehicle was located at the scene of the incident.

If you have any information about this incident, call the North Coastal Sheriff's Station at (760) 966-3500. 

You can also call the Crime Stoppers anonymous tip line at (888) 580-8477. A reward of up to $1,000 is being offered for information that leads to an arrest. Visit www.sdcrimestoppers.org for information on how to send a web or mobile app tip.

Media Contact: Deputy Alex Tran
Alex.Tran@sdsheriff.org
North Coastal Sheriff's Station (760) 966-3500

Suspect Wanted for Felony Hit and Run

Up to $1,000 Reward Offered

San Diego County Crime Stoppers and investigators from the San Diego Police Department’s Traffic Division are asking for the public’s help in identifying and locating the vehicle and driver that fled the scene of a traffic collision resulting in the death of a 61-year-old victim in the Morena area of San Diego.

On December 30, 2022, at about 6:05 p.m., a 61-year-old male was walking across 1200 Tecolote Road in San Diego. As the male was walking, he was struck by an unknown suspect who was driving northbound on Tecolote Road. The driver did not stop to check on the victim or call for help and fled the scene immediately.

The victim sustained serious injuries and was transported to a local hospital where he died from his injuries a few days later.

Suspect’s Vehicle Info:

The suspect’s vehicle will have possible damage to the front end and the windshield. Investigators are also asking vehicle repair shops to be on the lookout for this vehicle.

Anyone with information on the identity or location of the suspect and/or the suspect’s vehicle is asked to call SDPD’s Traffic Division at (858) 495-7861 or the Crime Stoppers anonymous tip line at (888) 580-8477. Please visit www.sdcrimestoppers.org for information on how to send a web or mobile app tip.

Crime Stoppers is offering up to a $1,000 reward to anyone with information that leads to an arrest in this case.

• Media inquiries about this case can be directed to Traffic Division Det. Sgt. Victoria Houseman at (858) 573-5067 or email at vhouseman@pd.sandiego.gov.

• Inquiries about Crime Stoppers can be directed to SDPD Officer Mark Herring at (619) 531-1500 or msherring@pd.sandiego.gov or Deputy Marcial Lopez at (619) 531-1547 or email at marcial.lopez@sdsheriff.org.

One Year Anniversary of the Unsolved Murder of 15-Year-Old Devin Griffiths

UP TO $1000 REWARD

San Diego County Crime Stoppers and investigators from the Chula Vista Police Department’s Crimes of Violence Unit continue to ask for the public’s help in identifying and locating the suspects responsible for the murder of 15-year-old Devin Griffiths.

On Friday, January 31, 2020, at about 10:30 p.m., a birthday party was held in the 900 block of Maria Way in Chula Vista. Per partygoers, an argument between two teenagers turned into a physical fight that moved out to the street.

At one point during the fight, 15-year-old Devin, who was not initially in the argument, was seen trying to help a friend being attacked by several young men. When Devin jumped in, he was stabbed multiple times in his upper body. Devin stumbled away and fell to the ground. The suspect group fled immediately in at least two unknown vehicles. Upon the Chula Vista Police Department receiving multiple 9-1-1 calls, officers and medics responded to the scene. Officers detained and interviewed several partygoers who provided limited information about the incident and suspects. Two arrests were made unrelated to the stabbing itself. Devin was bleeding and unconscious when officers arrived. He was transported to UCSD Medical Center with critical injuries. On Sunday, February 16th, in the early morning, Devin succumbed to his injuries and passed away with his family at his side. Devin had just turned 15 in November.

From the time of the incident, investigators have been attempting to contact all attendees of the party in hopes of gathering information that will help identify the suspects involved in the stabbing. The suspect group is believed to have consisted of eight to fifteen people, mostly young men but also women. All were described as either Hispanic or White, between the ages of 17-20.

The Chula Vista Police Department is asking for anyone who attended the party who has not been contacted by investigators, to call and provide a statement. Investigators also believe there is a likelihood witnesses would have used their cell phones to record the fight. CVPD is asking anyone with information, video of the incident or working exterior cameras around the 900 block of Maria Way to contact the Chula Vista Police Department at (619) 691-5074 or the Crime Stoppers anonymous tip line at (888) 580-8477. Please visit www.sdcrimestoppers.org for information on how to send an anonymous web or mobile app tip. Crime stoppers is offering a $1,000 reward anyone with information that leads to an arrest in this case.

• Media inquiries about this case can be directed to Lt. Miriam Foxx at (619) 585-5670 or email at mfoxx@chulavistapd.org .

• Media inquiries about Crime Stoppers can be directed to Officer Mark Herring at (619) 531-1500 or email at msherring@pd.sandiego.gov or Deputy Marcial Lopez at (619) 531-1547 or email at marcial.lopez@sdsheriff.org .

Suspect Wanted for Felony Hit and Run

UP TO $1000 REWARD

San Diego County Crime Stoppers and investigators from the San Diego Police Department’s Traffic Division are asking for the public’s help in identifying and locating the vehicle and driver that fled the scene of a traffic collision resulting in the death of a 77-year-old victim in the Barrio Logan area of San Diego. 

On January 2, 2022, at about 7:00 p.m., a 77-year-old male pedestrian was crossing at the intersection of Logan Avenue and Sampson Street, when he was struck by a vehicle. The vehicle initially stopped but then later fled the scene. The pedestrian was transported to the hospital with life-threatening injuries. 

On January 12, 2022, the victim died from the injuries sustained in the collision. 

Suspect’s Vehicle Info: 

The suspect’s vehicle is a gray 2015 Chevrolet Malibu with an Arizona Temporary license plate of U511847. The driver was a light skinned male approximately 30 to 40- years-old. 

Anyone with information on the identity or location of the suspect and/or the suspect’s vehicle is asked to call SDPD’s Traffic Division at (858) 495-7807 or the Crime Stoppers anonymous tip line at (888) 580-8477. Please visit www.sdcrimestoppers.org for information on how to send a web or mobile app tip. 

Crime Stoppers is offering up to a $1,000 reward to anyone with information that leads to an arrest in this case. 

• Media inquiries about this case can be directed to Traffic Division Det. Sgt. Victoria Houseman at (858) 573-5067 or email at vhouseman@pd.sandiego.gov. 

• Inquiries about Crime Stoppers can be directed to SDPD Officer Mark Herring at (619) 531-1500 or msherring@pd.sandiego.gov or Deputy Marcial Lopez at (619) 531-1547 or email at marcial.lopez@sdsheriff.org.

Suspect Wanted for Fatal Hit & Run

UP TO $1000 REWARD

VICTIM: JUILIUS MARTIN VILLARU-BAUTISTA

San Diego County Crime Stoppers and investigators from the National City Police Department are asking for the public’s help in identifying and locating the vehicle and driver that fled the scene of a fatal traffic collision in National City. 

On October 25, 2021, at about 7:10 p.m., 27-year-old Julius Martin Villaru-Bautista was walking in the 4000 block of Paradise Valley Road, National City. Bautista walked into the road when an unknown driver, traveling west struck Bautista. The suspect did not render aid or call 911 and fled the scene immediately. Bautista suffered multiple injuries as a result of the collision and passed away. 

Suspect Vehicle Description: 

The vehicle appears to be a silver colored Subaru or Mitsubishi with extensive front end damage, including a broken windshield. Witnesses provided a possible California license plate of 7ROK720 or 7RQK720. 

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to call the National City Police Department at (619) 336-4475 or the Crime Stoppers anonymous tip line at (888) 580-8477. Crime Stoppers is offering up to a $1,000 reward to anyone with information that leads to an arrest in this case. Visit www.sdcrimestoppers.org for information on how to send web or mobile app tips. 

• Media inquiries about this case can be directed to Lieutenant Derek Aydelotte at (619) 336-4475 or email at daydelotte@nationalcityca.gov .

• Inquiries about Crime Stoppers can be directed to Officer Mark Herring at (619) 531-1500 or msherring@pd.sandiego.gov or Deputy Marcial Lopez at (619) 531-1547 or email at marcial.lopez@sdsheriff.org.

18 Year Anniversary of the Unsolved Murder of Salvador Mercado

$10,000 Reward Offered 

San Diego County Crime Stoppers and investigators from the San Diego Police Department’s Homicide Unit are continuing to ask for the public’s help in identifying and locating the suspect responsible for the murder of Salvador Mercado in the Palm City area of San Diego. 

On Saturday, November 16, 2003, at approximately midnight, 25-year-old Salvador Mercado was stabbed in the 800 block of Harris Avenue, where a house party had just broken up. He later died at a hospital as a result of his injuries. The case remains unsolved and investigators continue to look for eyewitnesses to this crime or anyone with information about the suspect responsible for this murder. 

***Please see the below link to view a SDPD Cold Case Unit video.*** 

https://youtu.be/o1aBaSfUqoE 

Anyone with information about this murder is asked to call the San Diego Police Department’s Homicide Unit at (619) 531-2293 or the Crime Stoppers anonymous tip line at (888) 580-8477. Crime Stoppers is offering a $1,000 reward along with a $9,000 reward from Salvador’s family to anyone with information that leads to an arrest in this case. Visit the Crime Stoppers website at www.sdcrimestoppers.org for more information on how to send anonymous web and mobile app tips. 

• Media inquiries about this case should be directed to Lt. Jud Campbell at (619) 533-5752 or email at campbellJ@pd.sandiego.gov.

• Media inquiries about Crime Stoppers can be directed to Officer Mark Herring at (619) 531-1500 or email at msherring@pd.sandiego.gov or Deputy Marcial Lopez at (619) 531-1547 or marcial.lopez.@sdsheriff.org .

Homicide of Madhav Gupta

UP TO $1000 REWARD

San Diego County Crime Stoppers and investigators from the San Diego Police Department’s Homicide Unit are asking for the public’s help in identifying and locating the suspect(s) responsible for the murder of 38-year-old Madhav Gupta. 

Between September 1st, 2021 to September 2nd, 2021, Madhav Gupta was killed on the east sidewalk of 600 Third Avenue, in the downtown area of San Diego. San Diego Police Homicide Detectives are looking for witnesses or anyone with information on the case. 

Anyone with information on this murder is asked to call the San Diego Police Department’s Homicide Unit at (619) 531-2293 or the Crime Stoppers anonymous tip line at (888) 580-8477. Visit the Crime Stoppers website at www.sdcrimestoppers.org for more information on how to send anonymous web and mobile app tips. 

• Media inquiries about this case should be directed to Lt. Jud Campbell at (619) 533-5752 or email at campbellj@pd.sandiego.gov.

• Media inquiries about Crime Stoppers can be directed to Officer Mark Herring at (619) 531-1500 or email at msherring@pd.sandiego.gov or Deputy Marcial Lopez at (619) 531-1547 or email at marcial.lopez@sdsheriff.org.

Who Killed Corneilius Donte Brown?

$10,000 Reward Offered

San Diego County Crime Stoppers and investigators from the La Mesa Police Department are asking for the public’s help in identifying and locating the suspects responsible for the murder of 22-year-old Corneilius Donte Brown. 

On April 24th, 2021, at approximately 12:26 a.m., the La Mesa Police Department received several 911 calls of gunshots heard in the area of 4300 Echo Court, in La Mesa. Officers arrived within four minutes and located a gunshot victim (later identified as Corneilius Donte Brown) inside the residence at 4306 Echo Court # A. 

Brown was suffering from gunshots to his upper body and was transported to Sharp Memorial Hospital. Unfortunately, Brown succumbed to his injuries and died during surgery at the hospital. 

According to witnesses who were inside the apartment, Brown was shot when he answered an unexpected knock at the front door. Upon opening the door, Brown encountered two suspects. One of the suspects fired multiple shots at Brown. The suspects ran southbound on Echo Court and then eastbound on Echo Drive. 

Suspects’ Description: 

Both suspects were described as Black males, wearing ski masks and black hooded sweatshirts. 

***The victim’s family is offering a $9,000 reward in addition to Crime Stoppers $1,000 reward for any information that leads to an arrest in this case.*** 

Anyone with information on this murder is asked to call the La Mesa Police Department at (619) 667-7533 or the Crime Stoppers anonymous tip line at (888) 580-8477. Visit the Crime Stoppers website at www.sdcrimestoppers.org for more information on how to send anonymous web and mobile app tips. 

• Media inquiries about this case should be directed to Lt. Greg Runge at (619) 667-7544 or email at grunge@cityoflamesa.us .

• Media inquiries about Crime Stoppers can be directed to Officer Mark Herring at (619) 531-1500 or email at msherring@pd.sandiego.gov or Deputy Marcial Lopez at (619) 531-1547 or email at marcial.lopez@sdsheriff.org .

Unsolved Homicide of Nicole Weis

UP TO $1000 Reward Offered

San Diego County Crime Stoppers and investigators from the San Diego Police Department’s Homicide Cold Case Unit are asking for the public’s help in identifying and locating the suspect responsible for the murder of Nicole Weis, which occurred nearly 22 years ago. 

On January 24, 2000, the San Diego Fire Department responded to a report of a fire in the parking lot of the College Avenue Baptist Church at 4747 College Avenue, in San Diego. Firefighters found a female, wrapped in cardboard secured with a rope, burning in the lot. The victim died from her injuries. 

Up until last year, investigators were unable to identify the victim. In 2020, investigators working with Investigative Genetic Genealogy were able to identify the victim as 21-year-old Nicole Weis. Investigators are asking if anyone knew Nicole to please contact them. 

***A link to view a video produced by the San Diego Police Department’s Media Services Unit working in conjunction with the Cold Case Unit about this case can be found below.*** 

https://youtu.be/FokpXoConcA 

Anyone with information on this murder is asked to call the San Diego Police Department’s Homicide Unit at (619) 531-2293 or the Crime Stoppers anonymous tip line at (888) 580-8477. Visit the Crime Stoppers website at www.sdcrimestoppers.org for more information on how to send anonymous web and mobile app tips. 

• Media inquiries about this case should be directed to Lt. Judson Campbell at (619) 533-5752 or email at campbellj@pd.sandiego.gov.

• Media inquiries about Crime Stoppers can be directed to Officer Mark Herring at (619) 531-1500 or email at msherring@pd.sandiego.gov or Deputy Marcial Lopez at (619) 531-1547 or email at marcial.lopez@sdsheriff.org.

Unknown Suspect Wanted for a Homicide

UP TO $1000 REWARD

Victim Patrick Heard 

San Diego County Crime Stoppers and investigators from the El Cajon Police Department’s Major Crimes Unit are asking assistance from the public to help identify and locate the suspect(s) who is responsible for a homicide that occurred in the City of El Cajon. 

On August 22, 2021 at about 11:21 P.M., the El Cajon Police Department received a 9-1-1 call to report a stabbing that had occurred in the 400 block of Graves Ave., El Cajon, CA. When officers’ arrived to the scene, they located 54-year-old Patrick Heard in front of an apartment complex. Heard was not responsive and had a knife inflicted wound to his throat. The officers’ rendered aid to Heard until paramedics arrived. Heard was transported to the hospital where he was later pronounced deceased. 

The motive for the attack is unknown. No suspect(s) have been identified or located at this time. The investigation is still active and ongoing. 

Suspect's Description: 

The suspect was described as a 6’0 tall male, medium build with a black hoodie sweater, dark jeans and baseball cap. 

Anyone with information regarding the homicide is asked to call or email Detective Johns of the El Cajon Police Department’s Major Crimes Unit at (619) 593-5779 or jjohns@elcajon.gov or the Crime Stoppers anonymous tip line at (888) 580-8477. Crime Stoppers is offering up to a $1,000 reward to anyone with information that leads to an arrest in this case. Visit www.sdcrimestoppers.org for information on how to send web or mobile app tips.  

• Media inquiries about the case can be directed to El Cajon Police Department Lieutenant Randy Soulard at (619) 593-5767.

• Media inquiries about Crime Stoppers can be directed to Officer Mark Herring at (619) 531-1500 or email at msherring@pd.sandiego.gov or Deputy Marcial Lopez at (619) 531-1547 or email at marcial.lopez.@sdsheriff.org .

Who Killed Damien Feliz?

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VICTIM: Damien Feliz

San Diego County Crime Stoppers and investigators from the San Diego Police Department’s Homicide Unit are asking for the public’s help in identifying and locating the suspect responsible for the murder of 16-year-old Damien Feliz. 

On August 28, 2019, at approximately 10:32 p.m., San Diego Police Officers responded to the north alley of 5200 Ogden Street, in the City Heights area of San Diego. Officers arrived and found a juvenile, later identified as Damien Feliz suffering from an apparent gunshot wound. San Diego Fire-Rescue also responded to the location and transported Feliz to the hospital. Unfortunately Feliz succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced deceased at the hospital. 

San Diego Police Homicide Detectives were called to the scene and began investigating the incident. While several possible witnesses have been interviewed, the exact details of this case are still unknown. 

The unknown suspect ran to an awaiting older model 4-door vehicle and fled the scene. 

Anyone with information on this murder is asked to call the San Diego Police Department’s Homicide Unit at (619) 531-2293 or the Crime Stoppers anonymous tip line at (888) 580-8477. Visit the Crime Stoppers website at www.sdcrimestoppers.org for more information on how to send anonymous web and mobile app tips. 

• Media inquiries about this case should be directed to Lt. Matt Dobbs at (619) 531-2425 or email at mdobbs@pd.sandiego.gov. 

• Media inquiries about Crime Stoppers can be directed to Officer Mark Herring at (619) 531-1500 or email at msherring@pd.sandiego.gov or Deputy Marcial Lopez at (619) 531-1547 or email at marcial.lopez@sdsheriff.org. 

Who Killed Damien Feliz?

UP TO $1000 REWARD

San Diego County Crime Stoppers and investigators from the San Diego Police Department’s Homicide Unit are asking for the public’s help in identifying and locating the suspect responsible for the murder of 16-year-old Damien Feliz. 

On August 28, 2019, at approximately 10:32 p.m., San Diego Police Officers responded to the north alley of 5200 Ogden Street, in the City Heights area of San Diego. Officers arrived and found a juvenile, later identified as Damien Feliz suffering from an apparent gunshot wound. San Diego Fire-Rescue also responded to the location and transported Feliz to the hospital. Unfortunately Feliz succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced deceased at the hospital. 

San Diego Police Homicide Detectives were called to the scene and began investigating the incident. While several possible witnesses have been interviewed, the exact details of this case are still unknown. 

The unknown suspect ran to an awaiting older model 4-door vehicle and fled the scene. 

Anyone with information on this murder is asked to call the San Diego Police Department’s Homicide Unit at (619) 531-2293 or the Crime Stoppers anonymous tip line at (888) 580-8477. Visit the Crime Stoppers website at www.sdcrimestoppers.org for more information on how to send anonymous web and mobile app tips. 

• Media inquiries about this case should be directed to Lt. Matt Dobbs at (619) 531-2425 or email at mdobbs@pd.sandiego.gov. 

• Media inquiries about Crime Stoppers can be directed to Officer Mark Herring at (619) 531-1500 or email at msherring@pd.sandiego.gov or Deputy Marcial Lopez at (619) 531-1547 or email at marcial.lopez@sdsheriff.org