Fiscal year to date, violent crime in Mid-City had gone down 16%.
Murder:
There was one reported murders in Mid-City Division this quarter, which is the same amount compared to the same quarter last year.
On July 13, 2016 at 0435 hours, Officers responded to the east alley of 3900 Arizona Street to investigate a report of a male who had just assaulted a female. The male was traveling on his bicycle and struck the female in the back of the head as he rode by. The female fell face down and suffered a brain injury. The female was placed on life support and was never able to succumb her injuries. The unknown male is still outstanding.
Rape:
There were 19 reported rapes in Mid-City Division this quarter which is 11 …show more content…
The case was assigned to A/Det. Matt Condon #6779 for investigative follow up. During the subsequent investigation, Condon determine Ryan Nelli was the suspect who committed the robbery. It was also determined that Nelli has an extensive criminal history including convictions for shooting at an inhabited dwelling, stalking, violent felon in possession of body armor, and assault with a firearm.
During the investigation, Detectives discovered Nelli’s mom lives at 4136 Oregon Street. On 10-04-16, at approximately 0715 hours, Mid-City Detectives initiated surveillance at the residence. At approximately 0830 hours, Detectives spotted Nelli driving a Grey Toyota Prius approaching the residence. As the vehicle pulled into the driveway, Detectives initiated felony hot stop procedures and Nelli was taken into custody.
Nelli was transported back to Mid-City substation where he was read his rights. Nelli waived his rights and after a lengthy interrogation, Nelli fully confessed to the robbery. He was subsequently transported and booked at CDF for robbery. The San Diego District Attorney’s Major Violators Unit will be prosecuting the