On Monday, March 16, 2026, at approximately 8:00 p.m., deputies from the Fallbrook Sheriff’s Substation responded to a report of an assault with a deadly weapon in the 3800 block of E. Mission Road, in Fallbrook. Upon arrival, deputies located two adult males suffering from traumatic injuries. Deputies immediately initiated lifesaving measures and requested emergency medical personnel, who arrived shortly thereafter.
Despite these efforts, one individual succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced deceased at the scene. The second individual was transported to a local hospital and is expected to survive. An adult male at the location was detained for questioning.
The identity of the deceased is being withheld pending confirmation and notification of next of kin.
Sheriff’s Homicide detectives have assumed responsibility for the investigation. Detectives are interviewing witnesses and collecting evidence to determine the circumstances and motive behind the incident. Based on the information obtained thus far, this appears to be an isolated incident, and there is no known threat to the community.
Anyone with information about this incident is asked to call the Homicide Unit at (858) 285-6330/after hours at (858) 565-5200. You can remain anonymous by calling Crime Stoppers at (888) 580-8477.
Media Contact: Juan Marquez, Lieutenant
juan.marquez@sdsheriff.org
