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    DA Summer Stephan Senate Testimony on Organized Retail Crime. July 15, 2025, Washington, D.C.
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Probationer who Stabbed Elderly Trolley Rider Sentenced to Prison for Attack

May 29, 2025

San Diego County District Attorney Summer Stephan said today that Israel Valdivia, 27, has been sentenced to prison for an early morning attack on a 71-year-old man that left the victim bleeding in the street with multiple stab wounds and a nearly severed ear. Valdivia was sentenced to seven years to life in prison. He […]

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Meet Confidential Legal Secretary Marilu Glassman

May 29, 2025

In honor of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, which is observed throughout the month of May, we are featuring stories of DA employees, what inspired them to pursue a career in public service and their contributions at the DA’s Office.   Meet Confidential Legal Secretary Marilu Glassman, who has been with our office since […]

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Meet Deputy DA An Dang

May 28, 2025

In honor of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, which is observed throughout the month of May, we are featuring stories of DA employees, what inspired them to pursue a career in public service and their contributions at the DA’s Office. Meet Deputy District Attorney An Dang, who joined the DA’s Office in 2021. Prior to that, […]

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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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San Diego County DA Summer Stephan joined NewsNation to discuss her powerful testimony before the U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee in Washington, D.C., where she called for urgent federal action to combat the rise of organized retail crime. In this interview, DA Stephan breaks down how these sophisticated theft rings impact communities, fund larger criminal networks, and why bipartisan support for the Combatting Organized Retail Crime Act is critical.🛍️ Learn how this growing threat goes far beyond shoplifting — and what’s being done to stop it.📍Don’t miss this important conversation on crime, safety, and justice.#SummerStephan #SanDiegoDA #RetailCrime #OrganizedRetailCrime #NewsNation #SenateTestimony #PublicSafety #CrimePrevention #USSenate #DistrictAttorney #CombatRetailCrimeAct #WashingtonDC ... See MoreSee Less

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San Diego County District Attorney @SummerStephan San Diego County District Attorney @SummerStephan joined @newsnationnow to discuss her powerful testimony before the U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee in Washington, D.C., where she called for urgent federal action to combat the rise of organized retail crime. In this interview, DA Stephan breaks down how these sophisticated theft rings impact communities, fund larger criminal networks, and why bipartisan support for the Combatting Organized Retail Crime Act is critical.

🛍️ Learn how this growing threat goes far beyond shoplifting — and what’s being done to stop it.

📍Don’t miss this important conversation on crime, safety, and justice.

#SummerStephan #SanDiegoDA #RetailCrime #OrganizedRetailCrime #NewsNation #SenateTestimony #PublicSafety #CrimePrevention #USSenate #DistrictAttorney #CombatRetailCrimeAct #WashingtonDC
💔 Our hearts are heavy today. We mourn the trag 💔 Our hearts are heavy today.
We mourn the tragic loss of three brave heroes from the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department @lasdhq who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty today.

Their courage, dedication, and service will never be forgotten.

We stand with their families, loved ones, and the entire LASD community during this heartbreaking time. 🖤💙🖤

#FallenHeroes #LosAngelesCountySheriff
This past weekend, in Kansas City, San Diego Count This past weekend, in Kansas City, San Diego County District Attorney @SummerStephan completed her tenure as President of the National District Attorneys Association @ndaa_justice representing the voice of America’s prosecutors. She passed the gavel to incoming President District Attorney Tim Cruz (Brockton, MA) and transitioned into being the Chair of the NDAA Executive Board.
Stephan selected the theme “elevating the victim’s voice” as her value statement when she took office in July of 2024. Throughout her term, Stephan represented NDAA multiple times on Capitol Hill, testifying in front of both the House and the Senate, and provided her expertise on public safety issues and topics such as organized retail theft, child exploitation, public service forgiveness loans, and the Crime Victims Fund Stabilization Act. Stephan championed the induction of a new permanent NDAA Board position for the current President of the National Asian Pacific Islander Prosecutors Association, and established a new committee, the “Victim/Survivor Ad-Hoc Committee,” which features the lived experiences of crime victims and their families so prosecutors are continually and routinely informed by the perspectives of those they are entrusted to serve.
🎥 Behind the Scenes!🎬 Here’s a sneak peek 🎥 Behind the Scenes!🎬
Here’s a sneak peek at this morning’s local TV interviews with District Attorney @SummerStephan fresh off her powerful testimony in Washington D.C.🇺🇸

DA Stephan spoke at the Senate Judiciary Committee hearing titled “Beyond the Smash and Grab: Criminal Networks and Organized Theft” — bringing national attention to how organized retail crime is impacting our communities and what we can do about it.

Stay tuned as we continue the fight to hold these criminal networks accountable and keep our neighborhoods safe! 💪⚖️

#PublicSafety #OrganizedCrime #SmashAndGrab #SummerStephan #SanDiegoDA #BehindTheScenes
📣 DA Summer Stephan Testifies Before U.S. Senat 📣 DA Summer Stephan Testifies Before U.S. Senate on National Retail Crime Crisis
 
San Diego County District Attorney and President of the National District Attorneys Association @ndaa_justice, @summerstephan, delivered powerful testimony this week before the U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee, urging swift Congressional action to fight the alarming rise in organized retail crime (ORC) and transnational theft networks.
 
🔹 Representing prosecutors nationwide, DA Stephan warned that ORC is no longer limited to shoplifting — it’s evolved into sophisticated, violent criminal enterprises impacting  small businesses, large retailers, homeowners, and communities across the U.S.
 
🔹 Drawing on San Diego’s success — with 218 ORC prosecutions totaling $2.6M in losses — she shared solutions that work: cross-agency partnerships, smart prosecution strategies, and new California laws that hold repeat offenders accountable.
 
🚨 Stephan urged Congress to pass the Combatting Organized Retail Crime Act of 2025 (CORCA) to create a national coordination center and strengthen enforcement of the INFORM Act.
 
🛑 “Organized retail crime is not only eroding business and job stability but is also threatening the safety and well-being of our communities,” said DA Stephan. “From high-end smash-and-grabs to international burglary rings, we’re seeing an increase in violence and criminal sophistication that demands strong legislative and enforcement action. Our experience shows that smart laws, real consequences, and close collaboration across jurisdictions work. Now we need Congress to scale these efforts nationally so that no community is left vulnerable.”
 
👥 She also called for public-private partnerships and a national awareness campaign to help consumers understand how buying stolen goods online fuels these criminal networks.
 
🔗 Watch the full hearing here: https://danewscenter.com/?p=8930
 
#OrganizedRetailCrime #SummerStephan #SanDiegoDA #PublicSafety
🚨Fighting Back Against Organized Retail Crime🛍️

Today, San Diego County District Attorney @SummerStephan took the national stage, testifying before the U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee on bold solutions to curb organized retail theft — a crime wave costing communities billions.

DA Stephan voiced strong support for the Combatting Organized Retail Crime Act, a key federal effort that would:
✅ Strengthen enforcement across state lines
✅ Improve data sharing between agencies
✅ Establish a national coordination center within Homeland Security

“Organized retail crime is not only eroding business and job stability but is also threatening the safety and well-being of our communities. From high-end smash-and-grabs to international burglary rings, we’re seeing an increase in violence and criminal sophistication that demands strong legislative and enforcement action. Our experience shows that smart laws, real consequences, and close collaboration across jurisdictions work. Now we need Congress to scale these efforts nationally so that no community is left vulnerable.” - DA Summer Stephan
📢 It’s time to protect our stores, our workers, and our neighborhoods.

Read all the details on DAnewsCenter.com

#OrganizedRetailCrime #SummerStephan #SanDiegoDA #RetailTheft #PublicSafety
🎉 Big Congratulations to Deputy District Attorn 🎉 Big Congratulations to Deputy District Attorneys Wendy Patrick and Mark Amador! 👏

We're proud to share that both were honored by the National District Attorneys Association @ndaa_justice at this year’s annual meeting in Kansas City! 🇺🇸⚖️

🏅 DDA Wendy Patrick received the Distinguished Faculty Award, which recognizes a faculty member who has increased education, furthered community knowledge in their field, and who actively contributes and supports the mission of NDAA.

🏅 DDA Mark Amador was honored with the Distinguished Prosecutor Award, recognizing that he has distinguished himself among his peers as he sought justice, held offenders accountable, and protected the rights of victims.

Their commitment to justice and excellence represents the very best of our profession. Please join us in celebrating these remarkable achievements! 🙌 

#JusticeMatters #NDAA #ProudMoment
🌟 Congratulations, Senior DA Investigator Miche 🌟 Congratulations, Senior DA Investigator Micheal Brown! 🌟
We are proud to announce that Senior DA Investigator Micheal Brown has been awarded the San Diego Scottish Rite Law Enforcement Officer of the Year — representing the San Diego County District Attorney’s Office.
With over 30 years of experience in law enforcement — and 14 years with our office — Micheal has built a reputation as one of the most skilled investigators in the field, especially within the Economic Crimes Division, where he’s handled some of the most complex and high-profile fraud cases in San Diego.
🔎 In 2024 alone, Micheal worked on multiple major investigations, writing 44 search warrants and conducting over 160 interviews. One standout case involved Dr. Carlos Chacon, a plastic surgeon whose gross negligence tragically led to the death of a mother of two. Thanks to Micheal’s relentless pursuit of justice — including nearly 100 witness interviews — the case resulted in a 2nd-degree murder charge, bringing a sense of justice to the victim’s family and protecting our community from future harm.
Beyond his casework, Micheal is a team player and community servant, often stepping up to assist colleagues and volunteering in programs like Shop with a Cop.
👏 Please join us in congratulating Investigator Brown on this well-deserved recognition! His dedication, professionalism, and heart for justice continue to inspire us all. 👏
#LawEnforcement #InvestigatorOfTheYear #SanDiegoDA #PublicSafety
🚨 JUST ANNOUNCED: A $500,000 settlement has bee 🚨 JUST ANNOUNCED: A $500,000 settlement has been reached with San Diego-based Attractive Gems Jewelers for deceptive lending practices — thanks to a joint investigation by California Attorney General Rob Bonta and San Diego County District Attorney Summer Stephan. 💥

The investigation revealed that the company misled consumers — including military service members — by falsely advertising a $10,000 store credit line as a way to build credit. In reality, the credit wasn’t being reported to credit bureaus and crucial loan information was hidden from buyers.

📌 Settlement Highlights:
✔️ $400,000 in restitution for harmed consumers
✔️ $100,000 in civil penalties
✔️ Strong measures to prevent future misconduct

This is a clear message: deceptive lending and false promises will not be tolerated in San Diego County — or anywhere in California. ⚖️💪

READ ALL THE DETAILS: https://oag.ca.gov/news/press-releases/attorney-general-bonta-san-diego-county-district-attorney-stephan-secure

#ConsumerProtection #MilitaryLendingAct #SanDiegoDA #SummerStephan #CaliforniaDOJ
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