October 17, 2026 – San Diego Police Department officials report that they are committed to being open and transparent with the public. The following is a critical incident video regarding an officer-involved shooting that took place on September 16, 2026, at the 4000 Block of 30th Street.
View video of incident here.
San Diego County Sheriff’s Homicide Unit is investigating an officer-involved shooting that occurred on the morning of September 16, 2026, in the 4000 block of 30th Street in the City of San Diego. At approximately 9:00 a.m., San Diego Police Department officers were dispatched to a vandalism call. The reporting party stated that a man was vandalizing vehicles with a metal rod near the intersection of El Cajon Boulevard and Oregon Street. Upon arrival, officers attempted to contact a man matching the description. The man immediately fled on foot and entered a business in the 4000 block of 30th Street, refusing to surrender. He was observed armed with an incendiary device.
Due to the significant dangers posed, officers attempted to negotiate with the man, but he refused to exit. A K‑9 was deployed, and the suspect ignited the device, setting the K‑9 on fire. Officers immediately rendered lifesaving aid. Paramedics responded, and the man was transported to a local hospital, where he was pronounced deceased just before 12:00 p.m.
Source & photos: San Diego Police Department
