Suspect Wanted for Fatal 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 leaving a male motorcycle rider with severe injuries and his female passenger with fatal injuries in the Tierrasanta area of San Diego along the border with the City of Santee.

On Saturday, October 21, 2023, at about 7:24 p.m., a 65-year-old male and a 68-year-old female were hit by an unknown vehicle while the male was operating a three-wheeled motorcycle. They were southbound on West Hills Parkway at the intersection with Carlton Oaks Drive. The force of the collision caused the motorcycle to veer off the roadway and down into a ravine. The rider and passenger were ejected from the motorcycle causing serious injuries to the male and fatal injuries to the female. The driver of the other vehicle did not identify themselves and fled the scene.

Video evidence shows the suspect vehicle stopped briefly south of the collision scene. Two other vehicles were flagged down by a good Samaritan/witness to assist at the scene. Those two vehicles and the possible suspect vehicle left as first responders arrived. Detectives are asking for the public’s help in contacting the citizen’s who stopped to help at the scene so a statement can be taken about the other vehicles and people around the vehicles that stopped. Detective’s also ask for any information regarding the identification of the suspect(s) or suspect vehicle.

Vehicle Description: The vehicle description is unknown, but possibly a dark SUV or sedan. It could have light to moderate damage to its right side but is also unknown.

Anyone with information on the identity or location of the suspect and/or the suspect’s vehicle is asked to call the SDPD’s Traffic Division Detective at (858) 573-5002 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. Marcelo Populin at (858) 495-7843 or mpopulin@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.

Suspects Wanted for Numerous Thefts

UP TO $1000 REWARD

San Diego County Crime Stoppers and investigators from the Santee Sheriff’s Station want your help in identifying and locating suspects involved in a series of thefts throughout the county. The latest occurred in the City of Santee.

Since October 2021, the below-mentioned individuals have been involved in numerous vehicle thefts throughout San Diego County. The suspects target vehicles where victims gathered for large events, such as a cemetery for a burial and community parks while families were attending youth sporting events. While the victims are away from their vehicles, the suspects break into the vehicles and steal valuables. The last incident occurred in February 2023 in the City of Santee.

Following the vehicle burglaries, the suspects use the victims’ stolen credit cards at local stores. In one such incident, the suspects purchased over $8,000 worth of unauthorized merchandise.

Suspects’ Description:

Suspect #1 is described as a Hispanic male, 40 to 50-years-old, 5’ 10” tall, heavy build, with a goatee, full sleeve tattoos, hand tattoos, and neck tattoos. On multiple occasions, he was observed wearing a black-and-white striped hooded sweatshirt, dark pants with black-and-white Adidas tennis shoes.

Suspect #2 is described as a Hispanic female, 30 to 40-years-old, 5’ 6” tall, heavy build, with long black hair.

Suspects’ Vehicle Description:

The suspect vehicle is described as a white 2011-2014 Chevrolet Silverado with an extended cab and a black bed cover.

If you have any information about this incident, call the Santee Sheriff's Station at (619) 956-4000 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. Please visit www.sdcrimestoppers.org for information on how to send a web or mobile app tips.

• Media inquiries this series should be directed to Deputy Nicholas Hvizdzak at (619) 956-4004 or Nicholas.Hvizdzak@sdsheriff.org.

• 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.

Wanted: Armed Robbery Suspects

Up to $1000 Reward

San Diego County Crime Stoppers and investigators from the San Diego Police Department’s Robbery Unit are asking for the public’s help in identifying and locating the suspects responsible for an armed robbery that occurred in the Bay Terraces area of San Diego.

On Friday, October 7, 2022, at about 5:30 p.m., two male suspects robbed a marijuana delivery driver in the 7000 block of Appian Drive, in San Diego. One of the suspects was armed with a knife during the robbery and used it to threaten the victim. The suspects ran from the location and got away with an undisclosed amount of cash.

Suspects’ Description:

Suspect #1 is believed to be a Black male, light complexion, in his early to mid-20’s, approximately 5’10” tall, thin, clean shaven, and was wearing a blue and white puffy jacket with a hood, dark pants, white sneakers and a backpack.

Suspect #2 is believed to be a Hispanic or Multiracial male, light complexion, in his mid to late-20’s, approximately 5’8” tall, heavy build, with a beard and mustache, wearing a black hooded jacket, black pants, black shoes and a backpack.

Anyone with information on this crime is asked to call the San Diego Police Department’s Robbery Unit at (619) 533-5723 or 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 Sergeant John Levan at (619) 531-2661 or email at jlevan@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

This week’s fugitive: Oscar Piccus

UP TO $1000 REWARD

Oscar Piccus

DOB: 07/10/1989 (32)

White  Male

5’ 08” tall, 140 lbs

Brown hair, hazel eyes

Oscar Piccus (32) is a local fugitive an outstanding NO BAIL warrant for possession of a controlled substance for sale.  Additionally, Piccus is wanted for two outstanding misdemeanor warrants totaling $11,000 for a domestic battery and driving on a suspended license.  Piccus has prior convictions possession of stolen property, robbery and domestic battery.  Piccus is known to frequent the East County.

Unknown Suspect Wanted for Assault with a Deadly Weapon and Robbery

UP TO $1000 REWARD

San Diego County Crime Stoppers and investigators from the San Diego Police Department’s Western Division are asking for the public’s assistance to help identify and locate the suspect responsible for an assault with a deadly weapon and robbery, which occurred in the Hillcrest area of San Diego. 

On June 25, 2021, at 12:25 a.m., a 31-year-old male victim was walking along the sidewalk of 3700 6th Avenue, in San Diego, when he was approached by an unknown suspect. The suspect demanded the victim’s property, but the victim resisted. The suspect shot the victim in the leg and stole various items from him. The suspect was last seen running northbound on 3700 6th Avenue and may have fled in a dark colored vehicle similar to a Toyota Corolla. The victim was transported to a local hospital and was treated for non-life-threatening injuries sustained from the gunshot. 

Suspect’s Description: 

The suspect is described as a White male, possibly in his 20’s, wearing a dark colored sweatshirt with a logo on the front, gray sweatpants, white socks, and dark colored sandals. The suspect may have fled in a dark colored vehicle similar to a Toyota Corolla. 

***A surveillance camera captured images of the suspect.

https://youtu.be/kYuoWkUzErI 

Anyone with information on the identity and or location of the suspect is asked to call the San Diego Police Department’s Western Division at (619) 692-4834 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 should be directed to A/Sgt Erich Bennett at (619) 643-1264 or email at ebennett@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 Suspects Wanted for Countywide Grand Theft and Burglary Series

UP TO $1000 REWARD

San Diego County Crime Stoppers and investigators from the San Diego, La Mesa, and Carlsbad Police Departments are asking for the public’s assistance to identify and locate the suspects responsible for a grand theft and burglary series. Investigators believe the same suspects are responsible for all four cases. 

On October 18, 2020, at 6:25 p.m., two unknown suspects entered the Kay Jewelers located at 1640 Camino Del Rio North, in San Diego. The suspects smashed two display cases and stole several gold necklaces. The suspects then ran from the business. 

On November 16, 2020, at 6:46 p.m., two unknown suspects entered the Daniel’s Jewelers located at 8240 Mira Mesa Boulevard, in San Diego. Suspect # 2 acted as a lookout and then left the store. Suspect # 1 then smashed a glass display case with a hammer and stole several gold chains. Both suspects were last seen running towards the north parking lot behind the store. 

On November 29, 2020, at about 4:44 p.m., two unknown suspects entered the Daniel’s Jewelers located at 5500 Grossmont Center Drive, in La Mesa. The suspects distracted the clerk as one of them reached into an open display case and stole several gold chains. Both suspects ran from the store. 

On December 7, 2020, at about 6:44 p.m., one unknown suspect entered the Kay Jewelers inside the Carlsbad Premium Outlets located at 5600 Paseo Del Norte, in Carlsbad. The suspect used a hammer to break a display case. The second suspect then entered the business and stole several pieces of gold jewelry and placed them inside a bag. Both suspects ran from the business. 

Suspects’ Description: 

Suspect # 1 is described as a Black male, 20 to 30-years-old, 5’10” tall, approximately 200 lbs., and wears various clothing during each of the cases. 

Suspect # 2 is described as a Black male, 20 to 30-years old, 6”0” tall, approximately 210 to 230 lbs., tattoos on left or right arm, and wears various clothing during each of the cases. 

***Surveillance cameras captured images and video of both suspects. \

https://youtu.be/Zp6AyfMdNKE 

Anyone with information on the identity and/ or location of the suspects is asked to call 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 series should be directed to Lt. Julie Epperson at (619) 533-5752 or email at jepperson@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. 

FUGITIVES: Wanted for Ramona Commercial Burglary

UP TO $1000 REWARD

San Diego County Crime Stoppers and investigators from the Ramona Sheriff’s Substation are asking for the public’s help in identifying and locating the suspects responsible for a commercial burglary. On November 16, 2020 at around 10:00 p.m., two unknown suspects forced entry into the Sunbelt Rentals store located at 2055 Main Street in Ramona.

The suspects cut a hole in the outer fence of the property and then proceeded to break a window of the business to gain entry inside. The suspects stole several power tools and generators totaling around $15,000. Suspects’ Description: Suspect # 1 is described as possibly a White or Hispanic male in his late teens to early twenties with a medium build and short dark hair. He was wearing light blue/gray jean pants and a white hooded sweatshirt with orange and blue streaks. Suspect # 2 is described as possibly a White or Hispanic male in his late teens or early twenties with a medium build. He was wearing unknown color pants, a hooded sweatshirt and dark shoes. He was also wearing a mask. The suspects arrived and left in a dark colored SUV type vehicle.

A link to view a video of suspect # 1 can be found below

https://spaces.hightail.com/space/dmEikWRSNl

Anyone with information on the identity or location of the suspects is asked to call Detective Thomas Sutton at (760) 738-2417. You can also call 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 more information on how to send anonymous web and mobile app tips.

• Media inquiries about this case should be directed to Sergeant Tim Nickerson at (760) 738-2491 or via email at timothy.nickerson@sdsheriff.org.

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

Suspects Wanted for a Commercial Burglary

Up to $1,000 Reward Offered 

San Diego County Crime Stoppers along with investigators from the Chula Vista Police Department are asking for the public’s help in identifying and locating the suspects involved in a commercial burglary. 

On July 16, 2019, at approximately 4:09 a.m., four unknown suspects forced entry into the Pack and Bianes Vision Care Optometry located at 374 East H Street Suite 1708, in Chula Vista. The suspects stole over $100,000 worth of eye glasses. The burglary was captured by the optometry’s surveillance system. 

Suspect’s Description: 

***Surveillance video of the suspects can be seen via the link listed below.*** 

https://youtu.be/9gubE3JSoyM 

Anyone with information on the identity or location of the suspects is asked to call the Chula Vista Police Department at (619) 691-5151 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 Lt. Dan Peak at (619) 585-5670 or email at dpeak@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 a Residential Burglary

Up to $1,000 Reward Offered 

San Diego County Crime Stoppers along with investigators from the Chula Vista Police Department are asking for the public’s help in identifying and locating a suspect involved in a residential burglary. 

On June 10, 2019, at approximately 1:20 p.m., an unknown male suspect burglarized the victims’ home in eastern Chula Vista. The suspect stole approximately $5,000 worth of property. 

Suspect’s Description: 

The suspect is described as a black male with a muscular build and wearing a red Puma T-shirt. 

Anyone with information on the identity or location of the suspect is asked to call the Chula Vista Police Department at (619) 691-5151 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 Lt. Dan Peak at (619) 585-5670 or email at dpeak@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 . 

Suspects Wanted for Armed Robbery

Up to $1,000 Reward Offered

San Diego County Crime Stoppers along with investigators from the San Diego Police Department’s Eastern Division are asking for the public’s help in identifying and locating three unknown suspects wanted for an armed robbery in the Mission Valley area of San Diego. 

On March 20, 2019, at about 11:30 p.m., three unknown male suspects entered the parking structure of the Millennium Apartments, located at 5080 Camino Del Arroyo, in San Diego. All three suspects who were armed with handguns approached an adult male and adult female inside the parking structure. Suspect # 1 (S-1) spoke Spanish and told both victims (English translation), “Give me everything you have! Fast!” The suspects took luggage and a purse from the victims after pointing firearms at them. 

The suspects were last seen running with the luggage and purse from the parking structure onto Camino Del Rio North. The suspects possibly fled in a white, early 2000’s Hyundai Sonata or Kia Optima eastbound on Camino Del Rio North, then northbound on Camino Del Arroyo. 

Suspects’ Description: 

Suspect # 1 (S-1) is described as a Hispanic male, 26 to 32-years-old, stocky build, wearing a black hooded sweatshirt, black hat with white lettering, dark colored pants, and white shoes. 

Suspect # 2 (S-2) is described as a Hispanic male, 25 to 30-years-old, stocky build, wearing a black t-shirt, black shorts, black shoes with white accents, and a black hat. 

Suspect # 3 (S-3) is described as a Hispanic male, 30 to 40-years-old, athletic build, black and silver Raiders track jacket, black pants, black shoes with white accents, and black hat. 

A video of the suspects can be seen at the below link.

https://youtu.be/794B9CyXQqU 

Anyone with information on the identity and or location of the suspect is asked to call SDPD’s Eastern Division at (858) 495-7957 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 Sgt. Robert Stinson at (858) 495-7902 or email at rstinson@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.

Suspect Wanted for Carjacking

Up to $1,000 Reward Offered

San Diego County Crime Stoppers along with investigators from the San Diego Police Department’s Robbery Unit are asking for the public’s help in identifying and locating an unknown suspect wanted for carjacking. 

CARJACKING AT 7007 FRIARS ROAD (FASHION VALLEY MALL) 

On March 25, 2019, at approximately 1:45 p.m., San Diego Police Department Officers responded to a carjacking in the west parking lot of Fashion Valley Mall at 7007 Friars Road. The 57 year old female victim was walking to her vehicle when the suspect approached her from behind. The suspect placed a knife to her neck and demanded her car keys and wallet. The victim complied. The suspect then got into the victim’s 2017 white four door Nissan Sentra and drove off. He was last seen southbound on Fashion Valley Road. The vehicle has since been recovered. San Diego Police Department Robbery Unit detectives are handling the investigation. 

Suspect’s Description: 

The suspect is described as a Hispanic male, 30 to 35-years-old, 5’08” to 5’09” tall with brown hair. 

Anyone with information on the identity or location of the suspect is asked to call the SDPD’s Robbery Unit at (619) 531-2299 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 SDPD Robbery Lt. Martha Sainz at (619) 533-5752 or email at msainz@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 Adriana Uribe at (619) 531-1547 or email at adriana.uribe@sdsheriff.org .

Fugitive: Jonathan Chacon

Up to a $1000 Reward

This week’s fugitive is:

 Jonathan Chacon

DOB:  09/08/1987 (31)

Hispanic male

5’8” tall  143 lbs.

Black hair  brown eyes

Jonathan Chacon is wanted by the San Diego Fugitive Task Force for an outstanding felony warrant for his arrest for robbery (no bail).  Chacon has a previous conviction for robbery.  It is unknown what area Chacon is frequenting in San Diego County and he may have fled to Mexico.

Fugitive: David Wynn

This week’s fugitive is:

David Wynn

DOB:  1/23/1977  (42)

White male

5’ 11” tall  165 lbs.

Brown hair  (may be shorter now than in picture)    brown eyes

David Wynn is wanted by the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation for failing to comply with the terms and conditions of his parole and is considered a parolee at large (no bail).  Wynn is on parole for robbery.  Wynn has previous convictions for robbery, DUI, parole violations, burglary, and narcotics possession.  Wynn is known to frequent the Escondido area.

Suspects Wanted for Commercial Armed Robberies

Up to a $1000 Reward

 San Diego County Crime Stoppers along with investigators from the San Diego Police Department’s Robbery Unit are asking for the public’s help in identifying and locating two unknown suspects wanted for two separate commercial armed robberies of jewelry stores in San Diego. 

On December 5, 2018, at 7:02 p.m., two male suspects robbed the Jared’s Jewelry store located at 1025 Camino De La Reina, in San Diego. On January 12, 2019, at 6:23 p.m., investigators believe the same two suspects robbed the Jared’s Jewelry store located at 11998 Carmel Mountain Road, in San Diego. 

In both cases, both suspects ran into the stores. Suspect # 1 (S-1) and Suspect # 2 (S-2) each pointed a handgun at customers and employees inside the stores. S-1 told them not to move, while S-2 looked at the jewelry inside the display cases. S-1 used a hammer or crowbar to break the display cases. S-2 then grabbed various jewelry from inside the display cases and put it inside a duffle bag. Both suspects fled the stores on foot in an unknown direction. 

Suspects’ Description: 

S-1 is described as a Black male, 20’s to early 30’s, 5’8” tall, 145 lbs., wearing a black hooded sweatshirt with the hood over his head, black bandana covering his face, gloves, black tennis shoes with white soles, armed with a black handgun and crowbar. 

S-2 is described as a Black male, 20’s to early 30’s, medium height and weight, wearing a black hooded sweatshirt with white trim and the hood over his head, black bandana covering his face, white gloves, blue tennis shoes with white soles and carried a dark colored duffle bag. 

https://youtu.be/UuEI7jtnC9Q 

Anyone with information on the identity and or location of the suspect is asked to call the SDPD’s Robbery Unit at (619) 531-2299 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 SDPD Robbery Lt. Martha Sainz at (619) 533-5752 or email at msainz@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 Adriana Uribe at (619) 531-1547 or email at adriana.uribe@sdsheriff.org .

WANTED: Michael Borja

UP TO $1000 REWARD

This week’s fugitive is:

 Michael Borja

DOB:  7/13/1983  (35)

Hispanic male

5’11” tall  230 lbs.

Black hair  brown eyes

Michael Borja is wanted by the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation for failing to comply with the terms and conditions of his parole.  Borja is considered a parolee at large (no bail).  Borja is on parole due to a robbery conviction.  Borja also has previous convictions for false imprisonment, parole violations, probation violations, narcotics possession, possession of a stolen vehicle, and criminal threats.  Borja is known to frequent the Imperial Beach area. 

Suspect Wanted for La Mesa Robbery

Up to $1,000 Reward Offered

San Diego County Crime Stoppers along with investigators from the La Mesa Police Department are asking for the public’s help in identifying and locating an unknown suspect wanted in connection with a commercial robbery of a motel located in the City of La Mesa. 

On Saturday October 20, 2018, at 9:00 p.m., the Motel 6, located at 7621 Alvarado Road in La Mesa, was robbed. The pictured male is a suspect in this case. He is described as a Black male, 18 to 25–years-old, approximately 5’7”tall and weighing 175 lbs. He was last seen wearing a black Polo brand shirt with a large white logo and blue jeans.  

Anyone with information on the identity or location of this suspect is asked to call the La Mesa Police Department at (619) 667-1400 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 La Mesa PD Lt. Chad Bell at (619) 954-3534 or email at cbell@ci.la-mesa.ca.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 Adriana Uribe at (619) 531-1547 or email at adriana.uribe@sdsheriff.org. 

WANTED: Ciara Mendoza

This week’s fugitive is:

 Ciarra Mendoza

DOB:  5/14/1979  (39)

Black female

5’6” tall  150 lbs.

Brown hair  brown eyes

 Ciarra Mendoza is wanted by the San Diego Fugitive Task Force for an outstanding probation violation (no bail) related to a conviction for possession of narcotics for sales and has an outstanding felony warrant ($175,000 bail) for robbery.  Mendoza has past convictions for possession of narcotics for sales, robbery, and auto theft.  Mendoza is known to frequent the El Cajon area, but may be anywhere in San Diego County. 

• 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 Adriana Uribe at (619) 531-1547 or email at adriana.uribe@sdsheriff.org.

Wanted: Suspect for Burglaries and Theft in the City of Vista

San Diego County Crime Stoppersand investigators from the San Diego Sheriff’s Department’s Vista Station are asking for the public's help to locate an unknown suspect wanted in connection with a series of thefts, attempted burglaries, and burglaries that have occurred in Vista. 

Between October 25 and November 20 of 2018, the same unknown suspect broke into, or attempted to break into, five local businesses in Vista. The suspect stole a total of about $1500 in cash, a $350 iPad, and a carved tiki stump valued at about $60.00. The suspect caused approximately $2,000 in damages to the businesses. 

List of the businesses targeted:

·     On 10/25/18 the suspect entered the Tabacinic Chabad Jewish Center, located at 1930 Sunset Drive, Vista, by removing a screen from the exterior window. The suspect stole cash and an iPad Touch.  

·     On 10/28/18 at 12:00 p.m., the suspect broke into and stole about $500 in cash from the Coke machines at Get Air, located at 2755 Dos Aarons Way, Vista.

·     On 10/30/18 at about 9:00 a.m., the suspect attempted to break into the Tiki Mobile Village, located at 1333 Olive Ave in Vista, by removing the bathroom window screen and two window panels next to the main office building.  The suspect also cut and removed the electrical cables to the security camera and Wi-Fi transmitter.  

·     On 11/1/18 at about midnight, the suspect forced entry into Maximum Recycling, located at 430 Olive Ave, Vista and stole approximately $1175 worth of change. 

·     On 11/05/18 at 1:10 p.m., the suspect stole an empty bank bag from Wholesale Sports Inc, located at 2755 Dos Aarons Way, Vista

·     Sometime between the 6:00 p.m. on 11/5/18 and 9:00 a.m. on 11/6/18, the suspect returned to Wholesale Sports Inc and Get Air and damaged the front doors.  

·     On 11/20/18 the suspect went back to the Tiki Mobile Village and forced the door to a utility room open and stole a wood carved tiki stump valued at about $60.00

Suspect Descriptions:

Suspect #1: 

The suspect is described as a White or Hispanic male adult, standing approximately 5'8"-5'11" tall, with a thin build. He has a distinct tattoo on his left forearm. The suspect usually wears glasses and a flat billed ball cap.

The suspect used the same modus operandi in many of the cases. The suspect takes a tool and tries to pry open the front door of businesses or vending machines and then burglarizes the businesses or takes money from the vending machines.

If you recognize the suspect please call the San Diego County Sheriff’s Vista Station at (760) 940-4551 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. Information on how to send anonymous emails and mobile app tips can be found on our website www.sdcrimestoppers.org. 

• Media inquiries about this case can be directed to Detective Brent Spencer at (760) 940-4551 or Brent.Spencer@sdsheriff.org.

• Media inquiries about Crime Stoppers can be directed to Deputy Adriana Uribe at (619) 531-1547 or Adriana.Uribe@sdsheriff.orgor Officer Mark Herring at (619) 531-1500 or msherring@pd.sandiego.gov.

Suspect Wanted for Commercial Armed Robbery

Up to $1000 Reward

San Diego County Crime Stoppers along with investigators from the San Diego County Sheriff’s Department’s Poway Station are asking for the public’s help in identifying and locating an unknown suspect wanted for a commercial armed robbery at a Walmart located in Poway.  

On Saturday, November 10, 2018 at approximately 8:00 p.m., an unknown Black male approached the Customer Service counter at the Walmart, located at 13425 Community Road in Poway.  The man displayed a semi-automatic silver and black pistol in his waistband and demanded that the employee open the cash register.  The Black male suspect removed the entire cash drawer and fled the area on foot with an undisclosed amount of money.  

Suspect’s Description:

The suspect is described as a Black male between 30 to 40-years-old, standing 5’10” – 6’0” tall, unshaven, and with a medium complexion.  He was last seen wearing a blue baseball-style cap with white lettering and an image of a marlin fish on the front. It may be advertising for a charter fishing vessel. He also had on a black or dark blue long sleeve shirt, black pants, black shoes, and black Nike gloves.  

Anyone with information on the identity or location of the suspect is asked to call the Poway Sheriff’s Station at (858) 513-2800 or theCrime Stoppers anonymous tip line at (888) 580-8477. CrimeStoppers 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 atwww.sdcrimestoppers.orgfor more information on how to send anonymous web and mobile app tips. 

• Media inquiries about this case can be directed to Detective M. Lozano, (858) 513-2848, mlozansh@sdsheriff.orgor FBI Special Agent I. Pennington (858) 320-1800.

• Media inquiries about Crime Stoppers can be directed toDeputy Adriana Uribe at (619) 531-1547 or email at adriana.uribe@sdsheriff.orgor Officer Mark Herring at (619) 531-1500 or email at msherring@pd.sandiego.gov.

Suspect Wanted for Commercial Armed Robberies

Up to $1,000 Reward Offered 

San Diego County Crime Stoppers along with investigators from the San Diego Police Department’s Robbery Unit are asking for the public’s help in identifying and locating an unknown suspect wanted for two separate commercial armed robberies of a Chevron gas station located in the Mountain View area of San Diego. 

On Saturday, June 2, 2018 at 4:00 a.m., and Saturday, November 3, 2018, at 3:52 a.m., an unknown suspect robbed the Chevron gas station located at 3502 National Avenue, in San Diego. In both incidents, the suspect pointed a handgun at the clerk and demanded they open the cash register. The suspect stole cash from the register and several packs of cigarettes in both cases. The suspect was last seen fleeing the business on foot in a northbound direction. Investigators believe the same suspect is responsible for both robberies. 

Suspect’s Description: 

The suspect is described as a Hispanic male, 35 to 40-years-old, 5’6” to 5’9” tall, 170 to 180 lbs., has a light complexion with acne on his face. During the June 2nd robbery, the suspect was wearing blue jeans and a black hooded sweatshirt. During the November 3rd robbery, the suspect was wearing blue jeans, a blue and white plaid colored long-sleeved shirt, blue bandana covering his face, and a black baseball cap. 

Anyone with information on the identity or location of the suspect is asked to call the SDPD’s Robbery Unit at (619) 531-2299 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 SDPD Robbery Lt. Martha Sainz at (619) 533-5752 or email at msainz@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 Adriana Uribe at (619) 531-1547 or email at adriana.uribe@sdsheriff.org .