Murder

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Unknown Suspect Wanted for Attempted Homicide

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Up to $1,000 Reward Offered 

San Diego County Crime Stoppers and investigators from the San Diego Police    Department’s Western Division are asking for the public’s help in identifying and locating an unknown suspect who stabbed a victim multiple times in the Hillcrest area of San Diego.  

On April 8, 2018, at 7:18 p.m., San Diego Police Officers responded to a radio call of a stabbing at the intersection of Richmond Street and University Avenue, in San Diego. Officers found a 51-year-old male lying on the sidewalk who was suffering from multiple stab wounds to his head and neck area.  The victim was transported to a local hospital with life threatening injuries.  The victim remains hospitalized but is expected to survive.    

Investigators learned that the suspect was walking in the area approximately thirty minutes before the attack and appeared to be looking to fight a random person.  The suspect originally threw a rock towards the victim and left the area.  The suspect later saw the victim walking and began stabbing the victim multiple times in the head and neck.  The suspect fled the area before police arrived.  

Suspect’s Description: 

The suspect is described as a Hispanic male, 25 to 35-years-old, 5’6” to 5’8” tall, thin build, wearing a dark colored baseball hat, dark gray sweatshirt, and gray sweatpants. 

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Anyone with information on the identity or location of the suspect is asked to call San Diego Police Department’s Western Division at (619) 692-4820 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 Sergeant Ken Impellizeri at (619) 692-4822 or email at kimpellizeri@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 Adriana Uribe at (619) 531-1547 or email at adriana.uribe@sdsheriff.org .
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INFORMATION SOUGHT ON THE 18 YEAR ANNIVERSARY OF ANDREW MOORE’S MURDER

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$56,000 REWARD 

San Diego County Crime Stoppers and investigators from the San Diego Police Department’s Homicide Unit continue to look for leads in the unsolved murder of Andrew Moore. September 8, 2018 will mark the eighteen year anniversary of Andrew’s death. 

The crime occurred on September 8, 2000. Andrew Moore, a San Diego City College student, was murdered in his apartment in the 1300 block of 8th Avenue, in San Diego. As part of the crime, Andrew’s 1994 Suzuki Katana motorcycle was stolen. The motorcycle was recovered on October 17, 2000, in the 1300 block of 24th Street. The San Diego Police Department Homicide Unit has not yet identified the suspect(s) in this case and are asking for the community’s assistance.  

 Every year Andrew’s parents fly from Pennsylvania to San Diego to present a student at San Diego City College with a scholarship in Andrew’s name. 

Mr. and Mrs. Moore will be available for interviews today at 2:00 p.m. in front of San Diego Police Department Headquarters, located at 1401 Broadway. 

Anyone with information on the identity or location of the suspect(s) responsible for this murder is asked to call SDPD’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 and the Moore family has offered an additional $5,000 reward to anyone with information that leads to the arrest in this case. The Governor’s Office is offering a $50,000 reward to anyone with information that leads to the arrest and conviction of the suspect(s). Information on how to send anonymous mobile app and web tips can be found on our website at www.sdcrimestoppers.org . 

Media inquiries should be directed to: 

  • Questions regarding the investigation should be directed to Lt. Matt Dobbs at (619) 531-2425 or email at mdobbs@pd.sandieg.gov
  • Questions regarding Crime Stoppers, or to speak with the Moore family, please contact Officer Mark Herring at (619) 531-1500 or email at msherring@pd.sandiego.gov .
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Information Wanted in the Onan Loaiza Homicide

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$1,000 Reward Offered

San Diego County Crime Stoppers and investigators from the National City Police Department’s Homicide Unit are asking for the public’s help in finding the person(s) responsible for murdering Onan Loaiza.

On Tuesday, March 27, 2018 at about 11:00 a.m., 26-year-old Onan Loaiza was walking in the 800 block of Eta Street in National City, presumably on his way home. A black, two-door Nissan Altima pulled up next to him. A male exited the passenger door of the Altima and shot and killed Onan Loaiza. The suspect got back into the black Altima and fled the scene in an unknown direction.

Homicide Victim: Onan Loaiza

Onan Loaiza was involved in a fight with two men minutes before his death at the Mex Mart, located at 1740 S. 43rd Street in San Diego. He was likely targeted for his involvement in the fight.

Robert Allen Garduno (27) has been arrested for Loaiza’s murder. The investigation is ongoing and other suspect(s) are still outstanding.

Anyone with information on the identity or location of the person(s) responsible for this murder is asked to call the National City Police Department at (619) 336-4411 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 the Crime Stoppers website at www.sdcrimestoppers.org for more information on how to send anonymous web and mobile app tips.  

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Raymond McLeod Wanted for Murder

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$11,000 Reward Offered  

San Diego County Crime Stoppers, along with investigators from the San Diego Police Department’s Homicide Unit, the San Diego County District Attorney’s Office, the    United States Marshals Service, and the Phoenix area Silent Witness Program are asking for the public’s help in locating Raymond McLeod who is wanted for the murder of 30-year-old Krystal Mitchell. 

On June 10, 2016, at 1:17 p.m., San Diego Police Officers responded to a 911 call of a female not breathing inside of an apartment in the 7600 block of Mission Gorge Road.  The female later identified as Krystal Mitchell, was pronounced deceased at the scene by medics.  Detectives from the San Diego Police Department’s Homicide Unit responded to the scene and determined that Mitchell was last seen alive with her boyfriend, Raymond McLeod.  McLeod is believed to have fled to Mexico after Mitchell’s death and is now believed to be traveling in Central America.  McLeod and Mitchell are from Phoenix, Arizona and were both visiting San Diego when the crime occurred. 

Raymond McLeod is a former United States Marine who may have access to weapons.  McLeod is a White male, 34-years-old, 5’11” tall, weighs 245 lbs, and has multiple tattoos on both of his arms.  McLeod also goes by the nickname of “RJ” and may be using the names “Matt” or “Mateo.”   

Raymond McLeod
DOB: 10/03/1983

Josephine Funes Wentzel (victim’s mother) will join District Attorney Summer Stephan along with officials from the San Diego Police Department and the United States Marshals Service for a press conference today, April 3, at 12:00 p.m., at the District Attorney’s Office located at the Hall of Justice, 330 W. Broadway, 13th floor, San Diego. 

The United States Marshals Service is offering a $10,000 reward in addition to Crime Stoppers offering a $1,000 reward for any information that leads to the arrest of Raymond McLeod. 

Anyone with information on this murder or the location of Raymond McLeod is asked to call 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 can 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 Adriana Uribe at (619) 531-1547 or email at adriana.uribe@sdsheriff.org .
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Raymond McLeod Buscado por Homicidio

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Se Ofrece Recompensa de $11,000

San Diego County Crime Stoppers, junto con investigadores de la Unidad de Homicidio del Departamento de Policía de San Diego, la Oficina de la Fiscalia del Condado de San Diego, el Servicio del Alguacil Federal (U.S. Marshals), y el Programa de Testigos Silenciosos (Silent Witness Program) en Phoenix, piden la ayuda del publico para localizar a Raymond McLeod quien es buscado por el asesinato de Krystal Mitchell, de 30 años de edad. 

El 10 de Junio de 2016, a las 1:17 p.m., los agentes de la Policía de San Diego respondieron a una llamada al 911 acerca de una mujer que no respiraba dentro de un apartamento en la cuadra 7600 de Mission Gorge Road en San Diego. La mujer, más tarde identificada como Krystal Mitchell, fue declarada muerta en el lugar de los hechos por médicos. Detectives de la Unidad de Homicidios del Departamento de Policía de San Diego respondieron a la escena y determinaron que Mitchell fue vista viva por última vez con su novio, Raymond McLeod.  Se cree que McLeod huyó a México después de la muerte de Mitchell y que ahora está viajando en Centroamérica. McLeod y Mitchell son de Phoenix, Arizona y ambos estaban visitando San Diego cuando ocurrió el crimen.

Raymond McLeod es un ex-Infante de Marina de Estados Unidos quien podría tener acceso a armas. McLeod es un hombre blanco, de 34 años de edad, de estatura 5’11”, pesa 245 libras, tiene múltiples tatuajes reconocibles en los dos brazos. McLeod también usa el sobrenombre de "RJ", pero puede estar usando el nombre “Matt” o “Mateo”. 

Raymond McLeod
Fecha de nacimiento: 3 de Octubre, 1983

Josephine Funes Wentzel (la madre de la víctima) acompañará a la Fiscal de Distrito Summer Stephan junto con oficiales del Departamento de Policía de San Diego y el Alguacil Federal durante una conferencia de prensa a las 12:00 p.m., en la Oficina de la Fiscalía del Condado ubicada en el edificio Hall of Justice, 330 W. Broadway, San Diego.  

El Servicio del Alguacil Federal está ofreciendo una recompensa de $10,000 en adición a la recompensa de $1,000 que ofrece Crime Stoppers por cualquier información que resulte en el arresto de Raymond McLeod.  

Se solicita a cualquier persona con información sobre este homicidio o la ubicación de Raymond McLeod que llame a la línea de denuncia anónima de Crime Stoppers al (888) 580-8477.  Visita la página web de Crime Stoppers www.sdcrimestoppers.org para más información sobre cómo se pueden enviar denuncias anónimas por la web o la aplicación móvil.

  • Los medios que tengan preguntas sobre este caso pueden contactar al Teniente Matt Dobbs: (619) 531-2425 o por correo electrónico: mdobbs@pd.sandiego.gov.
  • Los medios que tengan preguntas sobre Crime Stoppers pueden contactar al Oficial de la Policía de San Diego Mark Herring: (619) 531-1500 o por correo electrónico: msherring@pd.sandiego.gov of a la Oficial del Alguacil del Condado de San Diego Adriana Uribe: (619) 531-1547 o por correo electrónico:  adriana.uribe@sdsheriff.org .
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Who Murdered Cherkeiray Jones?

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$1,000 Reward Offered

San Diego County Crime Stoppers and investigators from the San Diego Police Department’s Homicide Unit are asking for the public’s help in finding the person(s) responsible for murdering Cherkeiray Jones one year ago. 

On March 23, 2017, at approximately 11:08 p.m., an unknown suspect(s) shot 23-year-old Cherkeiray Jones, as he was walking on the 4700 block of Hilltop Drive near Gompers Prep Academy. Jones suffered multiple gunshot wounds and was pronounced deceased at the scene. 

Investigators are asking for anyone that has information or was a witness to this homicide, to please contact them. 

Homicide Victim:  Cherkeiray JONES

Anyone with information on the identity or location of the person(s) responsible for this murder is asked to call the San Diego Police Department’s Homicide Unit at (619) 

Anyone with information on the identity or location of the person(s) responsible for this murder is asked to call the San Diego Police Department’s Homicide Unit at (619) 

Anyone with information on the identity or location of the person(s) responsible for 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 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/Lt. Duane Malinowski at (619) 531-2454 or email at dmalinowski@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.
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19 Year Anniversary of Teresa Gomez Madrigal Homicide

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$1,000 Reward Offered

San Diego County Crime Stoppers, working with the San Diego County Sheriff’s Department’s Homicide Detail, continue to seek information about the unsolved murder of Teresa Gomez Madrigal.

On February 24, 1999, the body of a woman, who was later identified as 33-year-old Teresa Gomez Madrigal from Riverside, was found near the entrance to Lake Poway in the city of Poway.  The cause of death was due to gunshot wounds. On March 4, 1999, Teresa's 1993 Toyota Camry was found abandoned in a parking lot seven miles from her Riverside home. The back seat was covered in blood and there was a bullet hole in the roof.

Teresa Gomez Madrigal

Anyone with information about this homicide is asked to call the Sheriff’s Homicide Detail at (858) 974-2321 or the San Diego County 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 should be directed to:

  • Questions regarding the investigation should be directed to Lt. Rich Williams at (858) 974-2424 or email at Richard.Williams@sdsheriff.org
  • Questions regarding Crime Stoppers should be directed to Deputy Adriana Uribe at (619) 531-1547 or email Adriana.Uribe@sdsheriff.org or Officer Mark Herring at (619) 531-1500 or email MSHerring@sdsheriff.org                                                                                             
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Ten-Year Anniversary of the Unsolved Murder of Salvador Hernandez

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$1,000 Reward Offered

 

Salvador Hernandez

Salvador Hernandez 

San Diego County Crime Stoppers, working with the San Diego Police Department’s Homicide Unit, continues to seek information about the unsolved murder of Salvador Hernandez.

On February 16, 2008, at approximately 3:30 a.m., 26-year-old Salvador Hernandez and a female companion were inside a parked car in the 5500 block of Seifert Street in the neighborhood of Oak Park. An unknown older model, light colored pick-up truck pulled alongside Salvador’s vehicle. An occupant of that vehicle shot Salvador and his companion. The companion survived the shooting but Salvador died as a result of his injuries.

Salvador’s family will be available for interviews today at 1:00 p.m., in front of San Diego Police Department’s Headquarters, located at 1401 Broadway, San Diego.

Homicide Unit Lt. Mike Holden will also be available for interviews.

If anyone has information regarding this incident, please contact the San Diego Police Department’s Homicide Unit (619) 531-2293. If you wish to remain anonymous, you can call 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 should be directed to:

  • Questions regarding the investigation should be directed to Lt. Mike Holden at (619) 531-2425 or email mholden@pd.sandiego.gov
  • Questions regarding Crime Stoppers should be directed to Officer Mark Herring at (619) 531-1500 or email msherring@pd.sandiego.gov or Deputy Adriana Uribe at (619) 531-1547 or email Adriana.Uribe@sdsheriff.gov
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11 YEAR ANNIVERSARY OF JODINE SERRIN’S VALENTINES’ DAY MURDER

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REWARD OF $52,000 BEING OFFERED

The Carlsbad Police Department, San Diego County District Attorney’s Office and San Diego County Crime Stoppers are asking for the public’s assistance for any information about the unsolved murder of Jodine Serrin. There is a combined reward of $52,000 in this case.   

On February 14, 2007, Jodine Elizabeth Serrin, a 39-year-old, mentally challenged woman, was found murdered in her Carlsbad condominium located in the 1900 Block of Swallow Lane. Jodine was a highly functioning young woman active in the National Alliance for the Mentally Ill, Mariposa Club, and Friends Club House. Last year, on the tenth anniversary of Jodine’s murder, investigators released a new website dedicated to the Cold Case Investigation and new suspect information based on the first use of new forensic technology in San Diego County.  

Last year, investigators from the Carlsbad Police Department and San Diego County District Attorney’s Office sought the services of Parabon NanoLabs (Parabon), a DNA technology company in Virginia that specializes in DNA phenotyping: the process of predicting physical appearance and ancestry from unidentified DNA evidence. Law enforcement agencies use the company’s Snapshot ™ DNA Phenotyping Service (Snapshot) to narrow suspect lists and generate leads in criminal investigations. 

Using DNA evidence from this investigation, Snapshot produced trait predictions for the associated person of interest (POI). Individual predictions were made for the subject’s ancestry, eye color, hair color, skin color, freckling, and face shape. By combining these attributes of appearance, a Snapshot composite was produced depicting what the POI may have looked like in 2007.  Estimated age and body-mass index (BMI) based on witness information were used because age and BMI cannot be determined from DNA.  

It is important to note that Snapshot composites are scientific approximations of appearance based on DNA, and are not likely to be exact replicas of appearance. Environmental factors such as smoking, drinking, diet, and other non-environmental factors — e.g., facial hair, hairstyle, scars, etc. — cannot be predicted by DNA analysis and may cause further variation between the subject’s predicted and actual appearances. 

 Media inquiries: 

  • Questions regarding the investigation should be directed to Carlsbad PD Detective/Sgt. Darbie Ernst at (760) 931-2139 or email at Darbie.Ernst@carlsbadca.gov
  • Questions regarding Crime Stoppers should be directed to Officer Mark Herring at (619) 531-1500 or email at msherring@pd.sandiego.gov or Deputy Sheriff Adriana Uribe at (619) 531-1547 or email at adriana.uribe@sdsherff.org

Anyone with any information about the murder of Jodine Serrin is asked to visit
www.jodineserrin.net , call the Carlsbad Police Department’s Cold Case Team’s tip line at (760) 931-2225 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.

Snapshot, built with funding from the US Department of Defense, is a revolutionary new forensic DNA analysis service that accurately predicts the physical appearance and ancestry of an unknown person from DNA. It can also determine kinship between DNA samples out to six degrees of relatedness. Snapshot is ideal for generating investigative leads, narrowing suspect lists, and identifying unknown remains. 

Website: https://snapshot.parabon-nanolabs.com/ 

Examples of Snapshot Composites Released by Law Enforcement to the Public: 
https://snapshot.parabon-nanolabs.com/posters

Informational Videos About Snapshot: 
Introduction to Snapshot (3 Minutes):
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RGGXm8DMC3k

NBC Nightly News Evaluation of Snapshot (~ 3 Minutes / No audio, captions only):
https://snapshot.parabon-nanolabs.com/nbc-news-video

About Parabon NanoLabs, Inc. 

Parabon NanoLabs , which developed and operates the Snapshot DNA Phenotyping Service, is a vertically integrated DNA technology company located in Reston, Virginia that develops next-generation forensic and therapeutic products, which leverage the enormous power of DNA. 

Staffed by a uniquely qualified team of scientists and technologists, with expertise ranging from bioinformatics and chemistry to computer science and pharmacology, Parabon is bringing to market revolutionary new products and services made possible by recent advances in DNA sequencing, analysis and manufacturing technologies. 

Website: https://parabon-nanolabs.com/ 

Media Inquiries About the Snapshot Technology Can Be Directed To: 

Parabon NanoLabs Contact
Paula Armentrout
P: 703.689.9689 x250


nanolabs@parabon.com Public Relations Contact
Laura Burgess Marketing
P: 252.288.5805
laura@lauraburgess.com

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Unsolved Homicide of Diego Armando Villa

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Up to $1,000 Reward Offered

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 the suspect(s) who murdered Diego Armando Villa.

On Sunday, December 31, 2017, at about 1:00 a.m., 23-year-old Diego Armando Villa was approached by an unknown suspect(s) at 3800 Teak Street. Diego Villa was shot by the suspect(s) for unknown reasons. Diego Villa sustained serious injuries as a result of being shot and was pronounced deceased the following day at a local hospital.

Victim: Diego Armando Villa

Anyone with information about this murder is asked to call the San Diego Police Department’s Homicide Unit at (619) 531-2331 or (619) 531-2293 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 Lt. Mike Holden at (619) 531-2425 or email at mholden@pd.sandiego.gov.
  • Media inquiries about Crime Stoppers can be directed to Deputy Adriana Uribe at (619) 531-1547 or email at adriana.uribe@sdsheriff.org. 
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20th Anniversary of the Unsolved Homicide of Bryan Carter and Vernon Bownes

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Up to $1,000 Reward Offered

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 the suspects who murdered Bryan Carter and Vernon Bownes twenty years ago. 

On Wednesday, December 17, 1997, at about 11:00 p.m., Bryan Sean Carter and Vernon David Bownes were shot and killed while they were sitting at a picnic table in the front yard of a residence located in the 200 block of Francis Street, in San Diego.  Both victims suffered gunshot wounds to their heads and were pronounced deceased at the scene. 

Based on witness information, investigators believe two Black male suspects walked up to the victims and surprised them.  After the shooting, a Black male and Black female went through the victims’ pockets, removing several items.     

Anyone with information about these murders 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 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 Lt. Mike Holden at (619) 531-2425 or email at mholden@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.
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2 YEAR ANNIVERSARY OF THE UNSOLVED MURDER OF JUAN CARLOS MUNOZ JR.

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$5,000 REWARD

On October 11, 2015 at approximately 7:50 p.m., 18-year-old Juan Carlos Munoz Jr. and his 17-year-old friend were stopped in a vehicle in the 1600 block of Prospect Street in National City, when a Nissan Altima pulled alongside them. The front passenger of the Altima exited his vehicle and approached Juan Carlos Munoz, who was the driver. The suspect asked Munoz and his friend where they were from. The suspect fired five rounds from a handgun into the vehicle. Four rounds struck Munoz on his left shoulder and one round struck the 17-year-old on his left thigh. The suspect fled in the vehicle eastbound on E. 16th Street. Munoz succumbed to his injuries. His friend’s injury was non-life threatening.

 Suspect Description: Per several witnesses, the shooter is described as a light skinned Hispanic male in his 20’s, husky build with a shaved head. The vehicle was described as an early to late 2000’s 4-door Nissan Altima. Both suspects should be considered armed and dangerous.

Anyone with information on this homicide is asked to call the National City Police Department at (619) 336-4411 or the Crime Stoppers anonymous tip line at (888) 580-8477. Crime Stoppers is offering a $1,000 reward and the Munoz family has offered an additional $4,000 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 should be directed to:

  • Questions regarding the investigation should be directed to Sergeant Cameon at (619) 336-4524.
  • 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
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39 Year Anniversary of the Unsolved Murder of Barbara Nantais

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Up to $1,000 Reward Offered  

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 Barbara Nantais.

On the morning of August 13, 1978, San Diego police officers responded to Torrey Pines State Beach where passers-by found the body of 15-year-old Barbara Nantais lying on the sand. Nantais had been strangled and beaten to death.  Nantais’ boyfriend (James Alt) had gone to the beach with her the night before and was discovered nearby suffering from a severe head wound. Alt’s injuries left him semi-conscious and with no memory of the attack.  Investigators believe an unknown suspect attacked Nantais and Alt while they were lying together on the beach.  

Victim: Barbara Nantais

*James Alt along with Lorraine Nantais Thall (Barbara’s sister) will be available to speak with the media today in front of SDPD Headquarters (1401 Broadway, San Diego) at 10:00 a.m.*** 

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 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 Lt. Mike Holden at (619) 531-2425 or email at mholden@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.
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The Murder of Robert Juarez Remains Unsolved

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Up to $1,000 Reward Offered  

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 two unknown suspects wanted for the murder of Robert Juarez nine years ago. 

On July 10, 2008, at approximately 7:30 a.m., Robert Juarez (28-years-old) was sitting inside his parked vehicle in front of his residence located in the 1600 block of Logan Avenue, in San Diego.  An unknown male suspect walked up to Juarez’ vehicle and shot Mr. Juarez multiple times resulting in his death. The suspect ran to a waiting vehicle, which was being driven by another unknown male. The vehicle was last seen driving eastbound on Logan Avenue. 

Suspects’ and Vehicle Description: 

Both of the suspects were described as possibly being Hispanic. During the shooting, the driver of the suspects’ vehicle was wearing a blue colored construction hard hat. The suspects’ vehicle appeared to be a 2006 pearl white Cadillac DTS with chrome rims.

Victim: Robert Juarez

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 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 Lt. Todd Griffin at (619) 531-2275 or email at wgriffin@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.
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San Carlos Area Homicide Update

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Reward of $7,000 Being Offered  

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 23-year-old Cyniace Vilsait.

On August 4, 2017, at 10:50 p.m., San Diego police officers responded to the 6600 block of Park Ridge Boulevard for a report of gun shots heard in the area. Officers arrived at the location and learned that an adult male had been shot multiple times in the street and was taken to Kaiser Zion Hospital by a family member. Officers responded to the hospital, where they learned that Cyniace Vilsaint had been pronounced deceased as a result of his injuries. 

There is no suspect information at this time. 

Retired San Diego County Sheriff’s Department Captain Roy Heringer is offering a $ 6,000 reward in addition to Crime Stoppers’ $ 1,000 reward for any information that leads to an arrest in this case. Captain Heringer works as a facilities manager at St. Dunstan’s Episcopal Church where Mr. Vilsaint was a member of. Members of the church are currently working on raising additional funds to help solve this 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. Mike Holden at (619) 531-2425 or email at mholden@pd.sandiego.gov.
  • Media inquiries about Crime Stoppers should be directed to Officer Mark Herring at (619) 531-1500 or email at msherring@pd.sandiego.gov.
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TWO YEAR ANNIVERSARY OF THE UNSOLVED MURDERS OF JOEL BRANCH AND GERALD MORRIS

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Up to a $1,000 Reward Offered

VICTIMS

Joel Branch

    Gerald Morris

San Diego County Crime Stoppers and investigators from the San Diego Police Department’s Homicide Unit are asking for assistance from the public to help identify and locate the suspects responsible for the murders of Joel Branch and Gerald Morris.   On May 25, 2015, Joel Branch and Gerald Morris were shot and killed in the 5300 block of Groveland Drive in Valencia Park.  A third male was also shot a block away, probably by the same suspects.  The suspects were described as two Black males who were on foot. 

Anyone with information on this case should 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 up to a $1,000 reward to anyone with information that leads to an arrest in this case. Anonymous email and text messages can be sent via www.sdcrimestoppers.org. 

  • Media inquiries about the case can be directed to Lt. Mike Holden at (619) 531-2425 or email at mholden@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
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INFORMATION SOUGHT ON THE 17 YEAR ANNIVERSARY OF ANDREW MOORE’S MURDER

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REWARD $56,000 

San Diego County Crime Stoppers and investigators from the San Diego Police Department’s Homicide Unit continue to look for leads in the unsolved murder of Andrew Moore. September 8, 2017 will mark the seventeen year anniversary of Andrew’s death.

The crime occurred on September 8, 2000. Andrew Moore, a San Diego City College student, was murdered in his apartment in the 1300 block of 8th Avenue, in San Diego. As part of the crime, Andrew’s 1994 Suzuki Katana motorcycle was stolen. The motorcycle was recovered on October 17, 2000, in the 1300 block of 24th Street. The San Diego Police Department Homicide Unit has not yet identified the suspect(s) in this case and are asking for the community’s assistance.

Every year Andrew’s parents fly from Pennsylvania to San Diego to present a student at San Diego City College with a scholarship in Andrew’s name.

Mr. and Mrs. Moore will be available for interviews today at 10:30 A.M., in front of the San Diego Police Department Headquarters, located at 1401 Broadway.

Anyone with information on the identity or location of the suspect(s) responsible for this murder is asked to call SDPD’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 and the Moore family has offered an additional $5,000 reward to anyone with information that leads to the arrest in this case.  The Governor’s Office is offering a $50,000 reward to anyone with information that leads to the arrest and conviction of the suspect(s).  Anonymous email and text messages can be sent via www.sdcrimestoppers.org.

Media inquiries should be directed to: 

  • Questions regarding the investigation should be directed to Lt. Mike Holden at (619) 531-2425 or email at mholden@pd.sandieg.gov.
  • Questions regarding Crime Stoppers, or to speak with the Moore family, please contact Officer Mark Herring at (619) 531-1500 or email at msherring@pd.sandiego.gov
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Three Year Anniversary of the Alberto Sanchez Homicide

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Up to a $1,000 Reward

San Diego County Crime Stoppers and the San Diego Police Department’s Homicide Unit continue to look for leads in the unsolved homicide of Alberto Sanchez. 

On Wednesday, March 12, 2014, at approximately 6:00 a.m., San Diego police officers were dispatched to a report of a shooting at the intersection of 41st St. and Orange Ave. Officers found 45-year-old Alberto Sanchez lying in the driver’s seat of his vehicle suffering from multiple gunshot wounds to his upper torso.  Paramedics responded to the scene and transported him to a local hospital where he later died.  

The preliminary investigation revealed a male in his 20’s on a bicycle fired several rounds striking Sanchez. The suspect was described as a dark skinned male wearing a dark colored sweatshirt with jeans.  

Anyone with information on the identity and or location of the person/persons responsible for this crime is asked to call SDPD Homicide at (619) 531-2293 or the Crime Stoppers anonymous tip line at (888) 580-8477.  Anonymous email and text messages can be sent in via www.sdcrimestoppers.org. 

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Alberto Sanchez

Homicide Victim

Media inquiries should be directed to: 

  • Questions regarding the investigation should be directed to Lt. Mike Holden at 619-    531-2425 or email at mholden@pd.sandiego.gov.
  • Questions regarding Crime Stoppers should be directed to Officer Mark Herring at 619-531-1500 or email at msherring@pd.sandiego.gov.
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11 YEAR ANNIVERSARY OF THE UNSOLVED MURDER OF THOMAS JOHNSON

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San Diego County Crime Stoppers and the San Diego Police Department’s Homicide Unit continue to look for leads on the eleven year anniversary of the unsolved murder of Thomas Johnson. 

On December 23, 2005, at 10:43 p.m., San Diego police officers responded to a report of a male who had been shot in front of a residence located in the 5000 block of Manomet Street.  Officers arrived at the location and found a male later identified as 31-year-old Thomas Johnson lying in the front hallway of the residence and was suffering from a gunshot wound.  Officers and medics attempted life saving measures, but Johnson succumbed to his injuries.   

The preliminary investigation revealed that Johnson had left his residence at approximately 10:30 p.m. and returned home ten minutes later.  A witness then heard a commotion near the front of the residence followed by several gunshots.   

Anyone with information on the identity and or location of the person/persons responsible for this murder is asked to call the SDPD Homicide Unit at (619) 531-2293 or the Crime Stoppers anonymous tip line at (888) 580-8477. Anonymous email and text messages can be sent in via
www.sdcrimestoppers.org.

Homicide Victim

Thomas Johnson

Media inquiries should be directed to: 

  • Questions regarding the investigation should be directed to Lt. Mike Holden at (619) 531-2425 or email at mholden@pd.sandiego.gov.
  • Questions regarding Crime Stoppers should be directed to Officer Mark Herring at (619) 531-1500 or email at msherring@pd.sandiego.gov.

Who Murdered Gregory Huser?

Up to $1,000 Being Offered

San Diego County Crime Stoppers and investigators from the San Diego Police Department’s Homicide Unit are asking the public’s assistance in finding the person(s) responsible for murdering Gregory Huser. On December 12, 2016, at approximately 2:00 a.m., San Diego police officers responded to the 3000 block of Park Boulevard for a report of a deceased person.  Officers arrived at the scene and located 67-year-old Gregory Huser who was lying in the grassy area just west of the road.  Huser suffered trauma to his body and was pronounced deceased at the scene. The preliminary investigation revealed that Huser may have been sleeping when he was attacked. Investigators are asking for anyone that was in the area in the early morning hours or possible witnesses to this murder, to please contact them.   Anyone with information on the identity and or location of the person(s) responsible for this murder is asked to call the SDPD Homicide Unit at (619) 531-2293 or the Crime Stoppers anonymous tip line at (888) 580-8477. Anonymous email and text messages can be sent in via www.sdcrimestoppers.org.

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Homicide Victim: Gregory Huser

Media inquiries should be directed to: 

•    Questions regarding the investigation should be directed to Lt. Mike Holden at (619) 531-2425 or email at mholden@pd.sandiego.gov .

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

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