On December 5, 2023, at approximately 11:24 p.m., the San Diego County Sheriff's Department received reports of multiple gunshots near the intersection of State Route 78 and Haverford Road in Ramona, California. Upon arrival, deputies discovered a red Ford F150 with 35-year-old Ramona resident, Angel "AJ" Jauregui, inside, suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. Deputies administered medical aid until paramedics transported Jauregui to a nearby hospital, where he was pronounced dead at around 12:15 a.m. on December 6.
The circumstances surrounding the shooting remain under investigation. As of now, authorities have not provided any information regarding potential suspects or motives. The San Diego County Sheriff's Department has urged anyone with information about the incident to contact their Homicide Unit at 858-285-6330 or, after hours, at 858-565-5200. Anonymous tips can also be submitted through Crime Stoppers at 888-580-8477.
The community of Ramona has been left in shock by this tragic event. Residents in the area expressed concerns about safety, noting the rarity of such violent incidents in their neighborhood. Authorities continue to investigate the case, seeking any leads that might shed light on the events leading up to Jauregui's death.
