On February 9, 2024, at approximately 4:30 p.m., deputies were dispatched to the report of a disconnected call for help in the 1600 block of S. Mission Road in Fallbrook. When they arrived, they found an unknown adult male deceased from stab wounds. A witness advised deputies a potential suspect fled from the area on foot with blood on his clothing. After a foot pursuit, deputies were able to safely detain the suspect.
Homicide detectives arrested 35-year-old Brian Francis Zielinski for killing the victim. Zielinski was booked into San Diego Central Jail for 187 (A) PC – Murder.
At this time the victim’s identity has not been confirmed.
Sheriff’s Homicide investigators are working to gather more information to determine the circumstances and motivation behind this death. The investigation is ongoing.
To view the prior press release dated February 9, 2024, click Here
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.
