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Campaign Raises Awareness of Boys Who are Exploited

January 4, 2023

San Diego County District Attorney Summer Stephan and Health and Human Services Director Nick Macchione today announced an outreach campaign running in January aimed at raising awareness about boys who become victims of human trafficking. In the past, the focus has often been on girls who were being trafficked, but in recent years law enforcement […]

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Tips to Avoid Cryptocurrency Wallet Scams

January 3, 2023

As news of the collapse of crypto giant FTX unfolds, it is clear we are getting used to living in a world with cryptocurrency. But bad actors are relying on our complacency to think up new ways to scam us. The latest trend is cryptocurrency wallet scams. ​Before we get further into this scam, here […]

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District Attorney Charges Fugitive Who Fled to Asia in Child Molestation Case

December 15, 2022

San Diego County District Attorney Summer Stephan said today her office has filed child molestation charges against Chester Yang, 72, for an April 2017 incident in which he molested a 5-year-old victim at a church on the University of San Diego campus. Yang, who was extradited from Singapore with the help of Interpol and U.S. […]

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DA Weekly News with DA Summer Stephan 02-26-26: Our Consumer Protection Division Gets Results!

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DA Weekly News with DA Summer Stephan 02-19-26: Ex-Convict Charged with Misusing Public Funds

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NEWS CONFERENCE: DA Charges Woman with Embezzling Public Opioid Funds for Luxury Lifestyle

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NEWS CONFERENCE: 34 Drug Dealers Indicted in East Village: Inside Operation Street Sweeper

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San Diego County DA Summer Stephan Swears In 15 New Deputy District Attorneys

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NEWS CONFERENCE: $25 Million in Stolen Funds Returned to Support San Diego Students

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Targeted in a contractor scam, Linda has remained steadfast and determined throughout the ongoing prosecution, demonstrating unwavering courage in her pursuit of justice. Watch her story and you will see why she was honored at the DA's Annual Citizens of Courage Awards.#citizensofcourage #NationalCrimeVictimsRightsWeek ... See MoreSee Less

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Targeted in a contractor scam, Linda has remained Targeted in a contractor scam, Linda has remained steadfast and determined throughout the ongoing prosecution, demonstrating unwavering courage in her pursuit of justice. Watch her story and you will see why she was honored at the DA's Annual Citizens of Courage Awards.

#citizensofcourage #NationalCrimeVictimsRightsWeek
Join the San Diego County District Attorney’s Offi Join the San Diego County District Attorney’s Office and the Alzheimer’s Association for a senior health and wellness awareness event. 
As financial crimes continue to rise, we will discuss how to reduce the risks of becoming a victim, especially for those who are the most vulnerable.

DATE: Wednesday, May 13, 2026
TIME: 5:30 p.m. - 7 p.m.
LOCATION: Southeastern Live Well Center
5101 Market St., San Diego, CA 92114

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San Diego County District Attorney @SummerStephan San Diego County District Attorney @SummerStephan announced that a 31-year-old man, who stabbed his girlfriend to death in San Marcos in December 2023, has been sentenced to 26 years-to-life in prison. In February, a jury found Ziyah Patterson guilty of first-degree murder. The defendant brutally stabbed 42-year-old Angela Lanway in the ear and neck, severing an artery and breaking a bone in her spine.

“Too often circumstances surrounding domestic violence are made even more dangerous when people are living in vulnerable conditions like being homeless, but our prosecutor and law enforcement believed the victim’s life mattered and deserved justice,” DA Stephan said. “This was a devastating and senseless loss of life and Angela’s attacker is being held accountable for his actions.”

The defendant and the victim were homeless and living behind a business in San Marcos at the time of the incident. Before the attack, Patterson became upset when Lanway asked him to turn down his music. Annoyed, he asked Lanway to return a gift he had given her, and she threw it at him. He then beat her. After the beating, he said it wasn’t enough, so he took out his knife and stabbed her.

Patterson refused to give aid to Lanway and waited more than 10 minutes to call 911. During the trial, he testified that he killed Lanway in self-defense and that he was the victim of domestic violence, but there was no evidence to support his claim and he had no injuries. Lanway was especially vulnerable because she had hip dysplasia and could not walk without assistance and could not see out of one of her eyes.

In 2024, seven people were killed by a current or former intimate partner and there was one additional homicide victim, such as a family member, new boyfriend, or bystander, who died during domestic violence related incidents. While this is an increase from five domestic violence-related homicides the prior year, these types of homicides continue to remain lower than the average from the prior two decades. Figures for 2025 won’t be available for several months.

Deputy District Attorney Nicolette Estrada prosecuted this case.

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San Diego County District Attorney @summerstephan San Diego County District Attorney @summerstephan  joined leaders from across the region at the San Diego Organized Retail Crime Alliance Symposium to address the growing impact of organized retail theft on businesses, employees, and our communities. In this week’s DA Weekly News, DA Stephan discusses the coordinated efforts underway to hold offenders accountable, strengthen partnerships with law enforcement and retailers, and protect public safety throughout San Diego County.
Watch the latest update to learn how agencies are working together to combat organized retail crime and keep our neighborhoods safe. 

#SanDiegoDA #SDORCA #OrganizedRetailTheft #PublicSafety #CrimePrevention
On Denim Day, we stand together to send a clear me On Denim Day, we stand together to send a clear message: there is never an excuse for sexual violence.
Today, our team at One Safe Place: San Diego County Family Justice Centers in San Marcos and National City wore denim in solidarity with survivors and to raise awareness about the harmful myths that too often surround sexual assault. Denim Day is a powerful reminder that what someone wears is never consent—and we all have a role in challenging victim-blaming and supporting those impacted by these crimes.
We are committed every day to seeking justice, supporting survivors, and building a community where respect and safety are the standard.

#DenimDay #SupportSurvivors #SanDiegoDA #OneSafePlace #FamilyJusticeCenter
After surviving sexual assault by a trusted church After surviving sexual assault by a trusted church leader and attempts to cover up by the church she trusted, Alyssa chose resilience over silence, rebuilding her life with courage and refusing to let the trauma define her. Watch her story and you will see why she was honored at the DA's Annual Citizens of Courage Awards.

#citizensofcourage #NationalCrimeVictimsRightsWeek
At the Citizens of Courage Awards held on Friday, At the Citizens of Courage Awards held on Friday, April 24,  @SummerStephan  honored individuals who showed extraordinary bravery in the face of danger. When violence erupted, Marcus Long didn’t hesitate—he stepped in to stop a brutal attack and, through quick thinking, helped locate the suspect. His courage and decisive action made a difference when it mattered most. #citizensofcourage #NationalCrimeVictimsRightsWeek
Hundreds of Rotary members from across the West Co Hundreds of Rotary members from across the West Coast gathered in Chula Vista this Saturday for the Rotary Districts of Southern California and Nevada Conference—coming together to deepen their understanding of human trafficking and how to fight it.

District Attorney Summer Stephan, a national leader on this issue, shared critical insight in this reel, highlighting who is most vulnerable and why awareness matters more than ever. As she reminds us, *“human trafficking is a global problem but also local.”*

Education is power—and together, communities can make a difference. #HumanTraffickingAwareness #EndTrafficking #Rotary #SanDiegoDA #PublicSafety
San Diego County District Attorney @SummerStephan San Diego County District Attorney @SummerStephan honored four brave individuals today during the DA’s 36th annual Citizens of Courage Awards, held as part of #NationalCrimeVictimsRightsWeek. This year, #NCVRW was observed April 19-25. As part of this annual event, the DA not only highlights the courageous individuals who survived or witnessed a crime, but also the important services that are offered through the largest provider of victim services in the county, the DA’s Victim Assistance program and One Safe Place: The San Diego County Family Justice Centers, which are a project of the DA’s Office.

Below are the 2026 Citizens of Courage recipients and links to videos telling their stories:

• Marcus Long – When violence erupted, Marcus bravely stepped in to stop a brutal attack and through his quick thinking helped locate the suspect.

• Alyssa – After surviving sexual assault by a trusted church leader and attempts to cover up by the church she trusted, Alyssa chose resilience over silence, rebuilding her life with courage and refusing to let the trauma define her.

• Linda Marshall – Targeted in a contractor scam, Linda has remained steadfast and determined throughout the ongoing prosecution, demonstrating unwavering courage in her pursuit of justice.

• Harmeena Omoto – When confronted with a serious school threat, Principal Omoto responded with calm authority and decisive leadership to protect her students and staff in her school and in court proceedings.

In a special moment, the DA marked seven years since Lori Gilbert-Kaye was viciously murdered while praying at the Chabad of Poway Synagogue by presenting her courageous daughter Hannah with a Citizens of Courage award in memory of her mother.

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