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7 hours ago
- General
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La Mesa police officer who fired weapon in chaotic chase identified
LA MESA, Calif. (FOX 5/KUSI) — The officer who fired his weapon during a chaotic pursuit of a domestic violence suspect in La Mesa earlier this week has been identified by authorities. The events that led up to the pursuit began around 10:40 a.m., when La Mesa Police Department officers responded to a report of a man strangling a woman in the area of 7700 Normal Ave. According to the San Diego Police Department, who is leading the investigation into the shooting, officers saw the suspect get in a vehicle with the woman inside and drive away as they arrived on scene. Bodycam footage shows man brandishing hatchet before police shooting La Mesa police officers then attempted a traffic stop on the vehicle. The suspect, identified as 29-year-old Jahlil Johnson, did not yield. However, he did pull over briefly to let the woman out of the vehicle before taking off again, SDPD said. Officers pursued the vehicle until it was learned that two young children, ages 5 and 7, were also inside, prompting the chase to be called off. According to SDPD, Johnson returned to the location where the female passenger was let out a short time later to let the kids exit the vehicle. With the kids out of the vehicle, SDPD says La Mesa police officers reinitiated the pursuit. A tire deflation device was deployed at this time, but Johnson continued driving. The suspect was eventually stopped in the area of 4400 Parks Ave. with a police vehicle stopping behind him. According to SDPD, the officer in the passenger seat then attempted to get out of the vehicle to conduct a high-risk vehicle stop, but Johnson backed up into the front of it. Upon impact, the officer hit his head. In response, he fired his weapon multiple times at the vehicle. The officer, who hit the vehicle but not the suspect, was identified Friday as Taylor Persitza, an eight-year veteran of the La Mesa Police Department. He was transported to a hospital for treatment to his head injury following the collision. After the crash, the suspect then fled again, taking him into the city of San Diego. Tire deflation devices were deployed twice more to no avail. The pursuit finally came to an end in the area of 7800 University Ave. after a relative of Johnson stepped in front of the vehicle, according to SDPD. Once stopped, he exited the vehicle to attempt to flee on foot. The suspect ran for about two blocks, but officers with La Mesa, San Diego and El Cajon were able to catch up to him. A taser and K-9 were used to take him into custody. Johnson sustained non-critical injuries in the arrest and has since been released. He was booked into a San Diego County Jail and faces multiple felony charges including domestic violence and child endangerment, according to SDPD. While the suspect was not shot, SDPD's Homicide Unit was called in to lead the investigation into the incident under the county's memorandum of understanding regarding shootings involving police officers. Cause, manner of death revealed for 9-year-old who died after dental procedure Once the investigation concludes, it will be handed to the San Diego County District Attorney's Office for review to determine if the officer bears any criminal liability for his actions. The La Mesa Police Department will also conduct an administrative investigation into the discharge of the weapon. According to SDPD, the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the United States Attorney's Office will also be monitoring the investigation. Authorities are encouraging anyone with information regarding this incident to call SDPD's Homicide Unit at 619-531-2293 or Crime Stoppers at 888-580-8477. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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8 hours ago
- Health
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Coronado beach closure lifted by county health officials
Above: KUSI report on Sen. Corey Booker touring the Tijuana River on Thursday, May 29. CORONADO, Calif. (FOX 5/KUSI) — County health officials have lifted the closure of Coronado's shoreline that was put in place over Memorial Day weekend. The ending of the closure was accompanied by the issuance of advisories for La Playa Beach near Lawrence Street in Point Loma and the water near the Coronado Lifeguard Headquarters due to bacteria levels that exceed state health standards. The entire western shoreline of Coronado — from Avenida Lunar in the south to North Beach in the north — was first closed on Saturday due to the flow of sewage from the Tijuana River Valley. The closure came on the heels of a period with worse-than-normal conditions for South County residents amid work to the sewage treatment system on the other side of the border. Sen. Cory Booker tours Tijuana River sewage crisis The repairs earlier this month to a critical line connecting the San Antonio de los Buenos Plant in Mexico to the South Bay International Wastewater Treatment Plant in the U.S. required the diversion of wastewater into the Tijuana River. When the repairs began, Mexican and U.S. officials noted the South Bay treatment plant would try to collect as much of the extra wastewater as possible, but it could lead to temporarily increased sewage flows. The work was completed last week and concluded with minimal sewage flows crossing the border, according to a post on X by the U.S. International Boundary and Water Commission, which oversees the South Bay treatment plant. With the lifting of the Coronado shoreline closure, the county's ongoing beach management actions have returned to what has become normal in recent years: closures limited to perennial problem spots close to the Tijuana River estuary, like Silver Strand and Imperial Beach. As of Wednesday, advisories due to levels of bacteria exceeding state standards are also in place for other area that regularly see health warnings like La Jolla Children's Pool, North Cove Vacation Isle in Mission Bay and the La Jolla Cove. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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10 hours ago
- Entertainment
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Padres host Pirates for action-packed weekend series
SAN DIEGO (FOX 5/KUSI) — The San Diego Padres are set to open a three-game weekend series against the Pittsburgh Pirates this Friday at Petco Park — and fans can expect much more than just baseball. The team is rolling out a lineup of special events for the homestand, turning the ballpark into a weekend destination for all ages. Here's a breakdown of all the weekend happenings at the MLB stadium: Advertisement San Diego ranks third worst US city to find a starter home: report The weekend kicks off with Party in the Park BeerFest, featuring local craft breweries offering $5 beer specials before the first pitch. After the final out, fans can stay in their seats for a summer kick-off fireworks show lighting up the San Diego sky. Saturday's game-day festivities include live music from the Padres House Band, bringing energetic pregame entertainment to the ballpark. Nova Kombucha will be offering drink specials during the performance. The weekend wraps up with KidsFest on Sunday in Gallagher Square. Young fans can enjoy inflatables, face painting, games, and more — all before watching the Padres in action. After the game, the fun keeps going with Kids Run the Bases, presented by Chick-fil-A! Children ages 14 and under are able to participate. Advertisement 8 things to do in San Diego this weekend Also on Sunday, the Padres will recognize and honor the men and women who serve in the U.S. Navy with a special military salute. Additionally, all active-duty service members, veterans and their families can receive 25% off Sunday tickets. Whether you're a die-hard baseball fan or just looking for a fun night out, Petco Park will have something for everyone this weekend. For game times, tickets, and full event details, visit Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. For the latest news, weather, sports, and streaming video, head to FOX 5 San Diego & KUSI News.
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12 hours ago
- Business
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San Diego ranks third worst US city to find a starter home: report
SAN DIEGO (FOX 5/KUSI) — For first-time homebuyers in the San Diego metropolitan area, the search for a starter home remains a steep uphill battle. According to a new report from Construction Coverage, an online publisher of construction industry research reports, San Diego, Chula Vista and Carlsbad ranked 52nd out of 54 large U.S. metros in its 2025 analysis of the best cities to find a starter home. The report, which evaluates more than 300 U.S. metros and all 50 states, combines data from Zillow, Redfin, and the U.S. Census to assess where young buyers still have a shot at homeownership. Factors included the availability of smaller homes, affordability relative to income, and the current rate of homeownership among people under 35. UC San Diego impacted by crackdown on student visas Key findings for the San Diego, Chula Vista and Carlsbad metros: Starter-sized homes dominate the market with 63.3% of homes having three or fewer bedrooms. Affordability remains a major hurdle. The median sale price for a starter home in the area is $825,397, based on this report. Monthly mortgage payments for these homes would consume approximately 66.2% of the median renter income—one of the highest rates in the country. These area's, ranking of 52 out of 54 large metros, highlights the ongoing challenges for young and first-time buyers in the region. Popular reality TV show to hold casting event in San Diego Nationally, the report shows a sharp decline in the construction of starter-sized homes. In the mid-1980s, one and two-bedroom homes made up about 24% of new single-family builds. By 2023, that number had dropped to just 5%, while four-bedroom homes surged to over 50%. At the same time, housing prices have outpaced income growth dramatically. Since 2000, inflation-adjusted home prices have climbed by 56.5%, while median household income has increased by only 8.5%, according to researchers with Construction Coverage. The full report, along data for all metros and states, is available at online: Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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13 hours ago
- Business
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Residents weigh in on SANDAG's rail realignment proposals along Del Mar bluffs
SAN DIEGO (FOX 5/KUSI) — Public input is pouring in on the San Diego Association of Governments' (SANDAG) latest proposals to reroute the The LOSSAN (Los Angeles – San Diego – San Luis Obispo) rail corridor along Del Mar's deteriorating coastline. A large crowd turned out Thursday night at a music venue on the Del Mar fairgrounds to hear from project managers and share their thoughts, which will ultimately help SANDAG further refine how the project will evolve over time. It comes after SANDAG released a new Notice of Preparation on May 16, teeing up a 30-month environmental review process which will eventually lead to a report. 'I was actively playing on the bluffs west of the tracks with my son who is 27 as he was growing up, and that's all gone,' said local resident, Jack Jaeger. 'So, I've watched 25 feet go in 44 years.' Jaeger knows first-hand just how bad the coastal bluff erosion is near his 10th street home in Del Mar. He wants a seat at the table when decisions are made to realign the rail lines. Up for debate are four options undergoing further study by the SANDAG Board of Directors. 'What we're looking for in this project is to make the lines safer, efficient and resilient,' said Keri Robinson, SANDAG's deputy director of Mega Projects, Border, and Goods Movement. One option would involve tunneling under Camino Del Mar, while another would move the tracks from the San Dieguito bridge to Interstate 5, also involving some tunneling. There's also the option to tunnel under Crest Canyon or keeping the tracks where they are but adding double tracking. Or there's a no-build option, which would involve more stabilization efforts. 'I think it's ludacris, absolutely ludacris,' said Jaeger. 'Darn near legally actionable for them to maintain the tracks on the bluffs.' Opinions vary widely on the best way forward with the multi-billion-dollar project. 'I think it makes more sense to go under Camino Del Mar,' said Gary Hoffman, who lives on the outskirts of Del Mar on Racetrack View Drive. 'It would be easier, faster, less money.' He said if the tracks move close to where he lives, noise is a major concern. 'So, I'd rather see it some other place, which is kind of what everybody wants – not in my backyard,' Hoffman continued. The public will have until June 30 to provide comment on the four realignment options. Other ways to share your feedback include the following: — Email: lossancomments@ — Mail: SANDAG, Attn: LOSSAN Comments, 1011 Union St., Ste 400, San Diego, CA 92101 Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
