Investigators from the Valley Center Sheriff’s Substation and San Diego County Crime Stoppers are asking for the public’s help in identifying and locating a man suspected of assault with a deadly weapon, vandalism and child abuse.
On November 5, 2025 around 4:30 p.m., an unknown suspect confronted two juveniles at a pond near the intersection of Valley Center Road and Irish Oaks Road in Valley Center. The suspect brandished a knife and chased the juveniles.
Photo of suspect in Valley Center assault/vandalism incident.
Additionally, the suspect destroyed a fishing pole and slashed four tires on a vehicle belonging to the victims. The total property damage is valued at approximately $1,300.
During the incident, the suspect provided a fictitious name of “Hector Zeroni.”
Another photo of suspect in Valley Center assault/vandalism incident.
Take a good look at these photos. The suspect is described as a White man, approximately 25 to 35-years-old and wearing a black shirt, tan pants and brown work boots.
Anyone with information on the identity or location of the suspect is asked to call the Valley Center Sheriff’s Substation at (760) 751-4400.
You can also call the Crime Stoppers anonymous tip line at (888) 580-8477. Crime Stoppers is offering up to a $1,000 reward to anyone with information that leads to an arrest in this case. Visit our website at www.sdcrimestoppers.org to learn how to submit an anonymous web or mobile app tip.
