9 Navy Sailors Arrested in Jamul House Party Assault

Suspects allegedly carried firearms and pistol-whipped victims, leading to major injuries

Published on Feb. 26, 2026

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Ten people, nine of whom are Navy sailors, were arrested on several felony charges in connection with an assault during a house party in Jamul, California last year. The San Diego County Sheriff's Office and the U.S. Naval Criminal Investigative Service (NCIS) conducted a joint operation that led to the arrests of the suspects, who were associated with criminal street gangs. Five firearms and $20,000 in cash were also recovered during the operation.

Why it matters

This incident highlights the ongoing challenge of addressing violent crime and gang activity, even among active-duty military personnel. The joint law enforcement operation demonstrates the coordination required to apprehend suspects with ties to both the civilian and military communities.

The details

Deputies responded to a report of an assault at a home in Jamul on May 3, 2025, where they learned the suspects were carrying firearms. One of the victims sought medical help at a nearby fire station, reporting they were assaulted and pistol-whipped by a group of people, sustaining major injuries. The 10 suspects, 9 of whom were enlisted in the U.S. Navy and associated with criminal street gangs, were arrested at various military installations and a home in San Diego.

  • On May 3, 2025, deputies responded to a report of an assault at a home in Jamul.
  • On February 26, 2026, the 10 suspects were arrested in a joint operation by the San Diego County Sheriff's Office and NCIS.

The players

Ksahno Isles

One of the 10 suspects arrested in connection with the Jamul house party assault.

U.S. Navy

Nine of the 10 suspects arrested were enlisted in the U.S. Navy.

San Diego County Sheriff's Office

Conducted a joint operation with NCIS that led to the arrests of the suspects.

U.S. Naval Criminal Investigative Service (NCIS)

Conducted a joint operation with the San Diego County Sheriff's Office that led to the arrests of the suspects.

Victims

One of the victims sought medical help at a nearby fire station, reporting they were assaulted and pistol-whipped by the group, sustaining major injuries.

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What’s next

The suspects will face felony charges in connection with the assault.

The takeaway

This incident underscores the need for continued collaboration between military and civilian law enforcement to address violent crime, even when it involves active-duty personnel. It also highlights the broader societal challenges of gang activity and access to firearms.