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Jorge Duran Appointed New Chief Investigator

Jorge Duran Appointed New Chief Investigator

January 15, 2019

District Attorney Summer Stephan has appointed Jorge Duran as new Chief Investigator of the District Attorney’s Bureau of Investigation, the law enforcement arm of the San Diego County District Attorney’s Office. The Bureau is made up of eight divisions, including 130 District Attorney Investigators—who are sworn peace officers— as well as Process Servers, Paralegals and […]

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Prosecutor Summer Stephan Promises Fair and Fair Justice During Swearing-in Ceremony

January 10, 2019

San Diego County District Attorney Summer Stephan, who grew from a young prosecutor’s attorney to the top law enforcement authority in San Diego County during her 29-year career with the Attorney General’s Office, vowed to protect children and their families and bring justice to the voiceless and most vulnerable during his swearing-in ceremony today at […]

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Prosecutor Summer Stephan Promises Fair and Fair Justice During Swearing-in Ceremony

January 10, 2019

San Diego County District Attorney Summer Stephan, who grew from a young prosecutor’s attorney to the top law enforcement authority in San Diego County during her 29-year career with the Attorney General’s Office, vowed to protect children and their families and bring justice to the voiceless and most vulnerable during his swearing-in ceremony today at […]

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Elder Fraud Prevention: Spot the Red Flags Before It’s Too Late

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LIVE STREAM: Senior Scam Stopper Summit in Vista

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DA Weekly News with DA Summer Stephan 10-23-25 | Grand Opening of One Safe Place South County

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DA Opens One Safe Place South in National City

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DA Weekly News Update with DA Summer Stephan 10-09-25: DA Shares Vital Domestic Violence Resources

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DA Weekly News Update with DA Summer Stephan 09-25-25: Prop 36 Discussion with Businesses

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San Diego County DA Summer Stephan announced today that a criminal prosecution involving members of the Hells Angels and other gang members has concluded with 14 defendants being convicted and sentenced for a vicious attack on three young men on a public sidewalk in Ocean Beach. The attack was perpetrated by members of the San Diego Hells Angels along with members of other motorcycle gangs that subordinate to the Hells Angels. “The successful conclusion of this case demonstrates my office’s commitment to holding organized gangs accountable for a wide range of offenses, including violent hate crimes,” said DA Stephan. “This was an unprovoked, vicious attack that nearly ended in tragedy. Thanks to our dedicated prosecution team for their commitment to delivering justice as this complex case wound its way through the criminal justice system.”The case resulted from an incident in June of 2023, after a large group of motorcycle gang members had taken over a public sidewalk on Newport Avenue for a “Bike Night.” The victims, all Black men ages 19, 20 and 21, were walking down the street when the defendants brutalized them in an unprovoked attack. Despite their efforts to run away, the victims were caught by the defendant group and punched and kicked in the head and body while they lay on the sidewalk as their assailants used racial epithets.The Hells Angels is an international organization whose primary purpose is the commission of criminal activity and who’s membership has been known to espouse racist ideology. During that attack, longtime Hells Angels member Troy Scholder, 45, pulled out a knife and stabbed one victim in the chest, fracturing his sternum, severing an artery, and nearly killing him. At the time of the stabbing, the victim had been curled up on the ground, trying to protect his head. After this attempted murder, Mr. Scholder casually folded up his knife, walked away, and returned to the Hells Angels clubhouse in El Cajon where he was later arrested. The victim survived his injuries, as did the second victim who was knocked unconscious. Thirteen of the defendants pleaded guilty to felony assault with force likely to produce great bodily injury and admitted allegations that they acted for the benefit of, and in association with their gang. Their sentences ranged from formal probation to custody in state prison. Scholder was convicted by a jury of premeditated attempted murder with a hate crime enhancement, along with additional felony charges, and was sentenced to 21 years-to-life in state prison. The DA’s Gangs Division prosecutes complex murder cases and other serious crimes perpetrated by violent gang members who terrorize neighborhoods. These cases are handled by one prosecutor from beginning to end – also called vertical prosecution. Cases in this division are expertly navigated by 26 prosecutors and 20 investigators to bring justice to families left in the wake of violence. In 2024, the Gangs Division conducted 23 murder jury trials, which is more than 40% of the total murders tried in the DA’s office. The division also prosecuted other cases including kidnapping for rape, assault with great bodily injury, robbery, carjacking and possession of illegal firearms, such as ghost guns, by gang members.Deputy District Attorney Miriam Hemming prosecuted this case.EN ESPAÑOL: El caso de agresión violenta de los Hells Angels concluye con 14 condenas, incluyendo cargos por crimen de odio. Justicia lograda: https://danewscenter.com/?p=9398 ... See MoreSee Less

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San Diego County District Attorney @SummerStephan San Diego County District Attorney @SummerStephan announced today that a criminal prosecution involving members of the Hells Angels and other gang members has concluded with 14 defendants being convicted and sentenced for a vicious attack on three young men on a public sidewalk in Ocean Beach. The attack was perpetrated by members of the San Diego Hells Angels along with members of other motorcycle gangs that subordinate to the Hells Angels. 

“The successful conclusion of this case demonstrates my office’s commitment to holding organized gangs accountable for a wide range of offenses, including violent hate crimes,” said DA Stephan. “This was an unprovoked, vicious attack that nearly ended in tragedy. Thanks to our dedicated prosecution team for their commitment to delivering justice as this complex case wound its way through the criminal justice system.”

The case resulted from an incident in June of 2023, after a large group of motorcycle gang members had taken over a public sidewalk on Newport Avenue for a “Bike Night.” The victims, all Black men ages 19, 20 and 21, were walking down the street when the defendants brutalized them in an unprovoked attack. Despite their efforts to run away, the victims were caught by the defendant group and punched and kicked in the head and body while they lay on the sidewalk as their assailants used racial epithets.

The Hells Angels is an international organization whose primary purpose is the commission of criminal activity and who’s membership has been known to espouse racist ideology. 

During that attack, longtime Hells Angels member Troy Scholder, 45, pulled out a knife and stabbed one victim in the chest, fracturing his sternum, severing an artery, and nearly killing him. At the time of the stabbing, the victim had been curled up on the ground, trying to protect his head. After this attempted murder, Mr. Scholder casually folded up his knife, walked away, and returned to the Hells Angels clubhouse in El Cajon where he was later arrested. The victim survived his injuries, as did the second victim who was knocked unconscious. 

Thirteen of the defendants pleaded guilty to... (CONTINUED IN COMMENTS)
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⚠️ Remember: Microsoft isn’t calling — scammers are. If someone asks for remote access to your computer, to withdraw money, or to buy gold — it’s a scam.
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Elders in our community are being targeted by scam Elders in our community are being targeted by scammers — from fake tech support to imposters pretending to be loved ones. If your money is involved and you’re told to keep it secret, it’s a scam. Stop. Hang Up. Tell Someone. Report scams at IC3.gov.

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Happy Halloween! 🎃👻 Spooky season has taken Happy Halloween! 🎃👻 Spooky season has taken over at the San Diego County District Attorney’s Office! All our branch locations throughout the county got creative with fang-tastic Halloween decorations — from frightful fun to boo-tiful displays! 🕸️🦇

Which one is your favorite?

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💡 Senior Scam Stopper Summit 💡 DA @SummerSte 💡 Senior Scam Stopper Summit 💡
DA @SummerStephan joined local law enforcement and government leaders to share important updates on scam prevention and protecting older adults.
Hosted by Assemblywoman @asmlauriedavies and @vistacagov Mayor John Franklin, the event brought together the County Assessor’s Office, the DA’s Office and San Diego County Sheriff’s Office @sdsheriff and more than 100 North County residents to learn how to spot red flags, safeguard loved ones, and stop scammers in their tracks.
Last year alone, San Diego County seniors lost over $130 million to scams — together, we’re working to change that. 
DA Summer Stephan shared important tips on how to recognize scams and an important message about how to prevent becoming a victim: 
Stop. Hang up. Tell someone. Report scams to the local police or FBI at www.ic3.gov.
Learn more about how to protect yourself and your loved ones from scams targeting the elderly, here: https://www.sdcda.org/preventing/Elder-Scam-Prevention-Campaign-Materials

#ElderJustice #ScamPrevention #ProtectSeniors #SeniorSafety #FraudAwareness #SanDiegoDA #StopElderScams
🕯️ Honoring survivors and raising awareness t 🕯️ Honoring survivors and raising awareness this Domestic Violence Awareness Month. 
DA @SummerStephan spoke at @sbcssandiego’s Light Up the Night candlelight vigil in Chula Vista’s beautiful Rohr Park, where she highlighted the resources like @ospsandiegocounty that are available to the community.
Survivor Lisbet Perez and @chulavistapd Chief Roxana Kennedy also spoke at the event.💜 #DVAM #EndDomesticViolence #SupportSurvivors
🕯️Light Up the Night for Hope and Healing💜 🕯️Light Up the Night for Hope and Healing💜

In honor of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, the San Diego County District Attorney’s Office @sddistatty and @ospsandiegocounty joined @sbcssandiego and the South Region Coalition of the San Diego Domestic Violence Council @sddvc2020 at Light Up the Night—a candlelight vigil at Rohr Park in Chula Vista dedicated to honoring survivors and remembering those lost to domestic violence.

DA @SummerStephan spoke about the importance of standing together as a community to break the cycle of abuse and ensure that every survivor has access to safety, justice, and support.

Together, we light the night with hope, healing, and unity. 💜✨

📌 Resources: If you or someone you know is experiencing abuse, call:
-National Domestic Violence Hotline
1-800-799-SAFE (7233) | TheHotline.org
-One Safe Place: San Diego County Family Justice Centers
1-888-HOPE (4673) | OSPSanDiegoCounty.gov

 
#SanDiegoDVAM2025 #HopeAndHealing #EndDV
#DVAM2025 #LightUpTheNight #EndDomesticViolence
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