Public Safety

Latest public safety news from Santee and East County San Diego

Deputies Use Robot to Clear Spring Valley Home Before Seizing 20+ Firearms and Fentanyl

San Diego Sheriff's deputies deployed their quadruped robot to clear a Spring Valley home before discovering a cache of over 20 firearms, military-style armored vests, fentanyl, and a fraud lab.

Feb 14, 2026·3 min read

Deadly DUI Head-On Crash on La Cresta Road Kills 72-Year-Old Ramona Woman

A 30-year-old El Cajon woman crossed into oncoming traffic on La Cresta Road, striking a Volkswagen Jetta head-on and killing the driver. CHP says alcohol appears to be a factor.

Feb 14, 2026·2 min read

SDSO Reports 15% Drop in Property Crime Across East County

New community policing initiatives and increased patrols credited for the decline in Santee and surrounding areas.

Feb 14, 2026·3 min read

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