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Defendant Who Shot Police Officer Sentenced

September 13, 2024

San Diego County District Attorney Summer Stephan said today that a defendant who led police on a high-speed chase and then shot and wounded a San Diego Police Officer has been sentenced to 47 years-to-life in state prison. Andrew Joseph Garcia, 22, was sentenced today by Judge Aaron Katz. On August 12, Garcia pleaded guilty […]

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Man Who Killed His 87-Year-Old Mother Sentenced to Prison

September 12, 2024

San Diego County District Attorney Summer Stephan said today that a 57-year-old East County man has been sentenced to 76 years-to-life in prison for the 2022 shooting death of his elderly mother while she was standing by the kitchen table.  Chase Folkes, who was found guilty of second-degree murder and of being a felon in […]

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Home Depot to Pay Nearly $2 Million

September 12, 2024

San Diego County District Attorney Summer Stephan announced today that Home Depot U.S.A. Inc., entered into a stipulated judgment and will pay $1,977,251 to settle a civil law enforcement complaint that alleged Home Depot engaged in false advertising and unfair competition. The action was filed in San Diego Superior Court by the DA’s Consumer Protection […]

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DA Weekly News Update with DA Summer Stephan 07-03-25

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DA Weekly News Update with DA Summer Stephan 06-19-25

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DA Weekly News Update with DA Summer Stephan 06-12-25

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New App to Find Shelter for the Homeless

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NEWS CONFERENCE: DA Announces Launch of Shelter Ready App

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🇺🇸 Happy Fourth of July! 🇺🇸As we gather to celebrate Independence Day with family, friends, and fireworks, let’s also take a moment to reflect on what this day truly represents: independence hard-won and our shared responsibility to protect and uphold it.Today, we honor the brave service-members who have defended our nation's ideals—and we also recognize the role each of us plays in safeguarding those freedoms in our own communities.At the San Diego County District Attorney’s Office, our mission is rooted in justice, and in ensuring that everyone—especially the most vulnerable—can live free from violence and harm. Each day, through compassion and a commitment to fairness, we work to keep the promise of the Declaration of Independence alive.Thank you to all who serve, protect, and strengthen our neighborhoods. You are part of the legacy that keeps the spirit of independence burning bright—not just on the Fourth of July, but every day.🎆 Wishing you a Safe and Happy Independence Day! 🎆- DA Summer Stephan#FourthOfJuly #IndependenceDay #JusticeForAll #CommunitySafety #ThankYouForYourService #SanDiegoDA ... See MoreSee Less

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🇺🇸 Happy Fourth of July! 🇺🇸 As we gat 🇺🇸 Happy Fourth of July! 🇺🇸

As we gather to celebrate Independence Day with family, friends, and fireworks, let’s also take a moment to reflect on what this day truly represents: independence hard-won and our shared responsibility to protect and uphold it.

Today, we honor the brave service-members who have defended our nation's ideals—and we also recognize the role each of us plays in safeguarding those freedoms in our own communities.

At the San Diego County District Attorney’s Office, our mission is rooted in justice, and in ensuring that everyone—especially the most vulnerable—can live free from violence and harm. Each day, through compassion and a commitment to fairness, we work to keep the promise of the Declaration of Independence alive.

Thank you to all who serve, protect, and strengthen our neighborhoods. You are part of the legacy that keeps the spirit of independence burning bright—not just on the Fourth of July, but every day.

🎆 Wishing you a Safe and Happy Independence Day!

- DA Summer Stephan

#FourthOfJuly #IndependenceDay #JusticeForAll #CommunitySafety #ThankYouForYourService #SanDiegoDA
In this week's DA Weekly News Update, District Att In this week's DA Weekly News Update, District Attorney Summer Stephan shares the latest on the sentencing of a teacher convicted of inappropriate relationships with students, plus details on an important public safety meeting with El Cajon’s Middle Eastern community. Stay informed and involved! 

#SanDiegoDA  #SummerStephan #TeacherSentencing #CommunitySafety #ElCajon #PublicSafety
🌟 Community voices matter. And they’re being 🌟 Community voices matter. And they’re being heard.
San Diego County District Attorney @SummerStephan recently joined the Middle Eastern community in El Cajon for a powerful and heartfelt conversation on public safety.
These community meetings aren’t just talk — they’re a vital way for the DA to hear directly from residents, understand their concerns, and lead with action.
👂 Listening. Learning. Leading. 💬 #PublicSafety #CommunityFirst #SanDiegoDA #ElCajon #DAinAction
👥 Listening. Learning. Leading. San Diego Count 👥 Listening. Learning. Leading.
San Diego County District Attorney Summer Stephan recently sat down with the Middle Eastern community in El Cajon for a powerful conversation on public safety. These community meetings are invaluable because they give DA Summer Stephan the chance to hear directly from residents about the issues that matter most to them.
🗣️ Your voice shapes the future of justice in our county.
#CommunityMatters #PublicSafety #ElCajon #DASummerStephan #SanDiegoCounty #ListeningToYou
San Diego County District Attorney @SummerStephan San Diego County District Attorney @SummerStephan announced last week that a teacher who inappropriately engaged in sexual relationships with two underage students has been sentenced to six years in prison after pleading guilty to seven felony counts of related to various sex crimes.

Kyiri Tisdale, 32, a former teacher at Escondido High School, was arrested in August 2024 following an investigation by the Escondido Police Department’s Family Protection Unit. He was arrested at school while preparing for the upcoming school year.

“This defendant used his position of trust as a teacher to commit sex crimes against teenage students whom he’s supposed to nurture and protect,” DA Stephan said. “He not only physically violated his students but also violated the trust that the overwhelming number of teachers in our county work so hard to build with their students. There is no room in our schools for corrupt teachers who abuse their positions of trust to gain the confidence of students, only to take advantage of them sexually. I hope today’s sentence serves as a warning to anyone in a position of power that the truth eventually comes out, and you will be held accountable. I am proud of the victims for coming forward and I hope the end of this case provides the closure they need to move on and live healthy lives.”

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🌈 Shining Bright with Pride! 🌈 District Atto 🌈 Shining Bright with Pride! 🌈
District Attorney @summerstephan  proudly joined the @countyofsandiego  LGBTQIA+ Employee Resource Group for the annual Shine Bright with Pride Flag Raising Ceremony on June 25, 2025, at the County Administration Center.
Together, county officials, community leaders, and residents helped raise the Pride flag high in celebration of the diversity, resilience, and contributions of our LGBTQ+ community.
In this video, DA Stephan shares how the San Diego County District Attorney’s Office supports the LGBTQ+ community through dedicated hate crimes prosecution, victim advocacy, and outreach programs that ensure safety, equity, and justice for all. ⚖
#PrideMonth #ShineBrightWithPride #LGBTQIA #SanDiegoPride
In this week’s episode of DA Weekly News, San Di In this week’s episode of DA Weekly News, San Diego County District Attorney @summerstephan discusses the sentencing of violent bank robber Larry Lightning Jr., who was brought to justice for terrorizing our community. Learn how the DA’s Office is working to hold dangerous criminals accountable.

Also featured this week: Elder Abuse Awareness Month. Discover important tips on how to protect seniors from financial scams, physical abuse, and neglect. Learn how you can recognize the signs of elder abuse and take action to help keep your loved ones safe.

#SanDiegoDA #SummerStephan #ElderAbuseAwareness #CrimePrevention #PublicSafety
DA @SummerStephan hits the aisles to tackle retail DA @SummerStephan hits the aisles to tackle retail theft…

Yesterday, San Diego County District Attorney Summer Stephan toured a local Walmart to see firsthand how retail theft impacts our communities — and how Proposition 36 is making a difference.

From cracking down on repeat theft to offering treatment for addiction, Prop 36 is a smart, compassionate law that balances public safety with real solutions.⚖️

#Prop36 #RetailSafety #SummerStephan #SanDiegoDA #CommunityFirst #HomelessnessDrugAddictionTheftReductionAct #SaferCommunities
🚨 What You Need to Know About California’s Pr 🚨 What You Need to Know About California’s Proposition 36 — The Homelessness, Drug Addiction, and Theft Reduction Act 🚨
San Diego County District Attorney @SummerStephan is leading the charge to implement Prop 36, officially known as the Homelessness, Drug Addiction, and Theft Reduction Act, a law designed to reduce retail theft and support addiction recovery. Yesterday, she toured a local Walmart, highlighting the real impact on retailers in our communities. In this video she explains why Prop 36 matters:
🔹 Targets repeat retail theft with stricter consequences
🔹 Cracks down on fentanyl trafficking to keep drugs off our streets
🔹 Offers treatment options for drug offenders instead of only jail time
🔹 Helps break the cycle of addiction and crime
🔹 Supports safer shopping environments for customers & employees
Thanks to DA Stephan’s leadership, Prop 36 balances justice and compassion—protecting businesses like Walmart while helping those in need get real recovery support.

#Prop36 #HomelessnessDrugAddictionTheftReductionAct #RetailSafety #CommunityFirst #SummerStephan #SanDiego #SanDiegoDA
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