Suspect in Lemon Grove Stabbing Arrested After Chase Ends in La Mesa

The suspect led deputies on a short pursuit before being taken into custody by La Mesa police.

Mar. 12, 2026 at 2:08am

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A patrolling deputy found a man with a knife wound on the sidewalk in Lemon Grove on Wednesday afternoon. The sheriff's office issued a lookout notice for the suspect, whose vehicle was spotted on Campanile Drive. Deputies caught up to him on University Avenue in Rolando, where a pursuit ensued. The chase ended when the suspect pulled over to let his passengers out on the State Route 125 northbound transition ramp to eastbound Interstate 8, and La Mesa police took him into custody.

Why it matters

This incident highlights the ongoing efforts of law enforcement to respond quickly to violent crimes and apprehend suspects, ensuring public safety in the local community.

The details

According to the San Diego County Sheriff's Office, the deputy found the victim with a knife wound on the sidewalk at the corner of Lincoln and School streets in Lemon Grove just after 1 p.m. The victim was taken to the hospital, and his condition is believed to be stable. Deputies caught up to the suspect on University Avenue in Rolando and a pursuit ensued, ending when the suspect pulled over to let his passengers out on the State Route 125 northbound transition ramp to eastbound Interstate 8. La Mesa police then took the suspect into custody.

  • The incident occurred just after 1 p.m. on Wednesday, March 11, 2026.
  • The pursuit ended around 6 p.m. on the same day.

The players

San Diego County Sheriff's Office

The law enforcement agency that responded to the initial stabbing call, issued a lookout notice for the suspect, and pursued the vehicle before handing off the suspect to La Mesa police.

La Mesa Police

The law enforcement agency that took the suspect into custody after the pursuit ended on the State Route 125 northbound transition ramp to eastbound Interstate 8.

Victim

A man found with a knife wound on the sidewalk in Lemon Grove, who was taken to the hospital and is believed to be in stable condition.

Suspect

The individual who allegedly stabbed the victim and then led deputies on a short pursuit before being apprehended by La Mesa police.

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The takeaway

This incident serves as a reminder of the importance of law enforcement's quick response and coordination in addressing violent crimes and ensuring the safety of the local community.