By | February 28, 2024

Accident – Death – Obituary News :

The San Diego County Sheriff’s Department has released the name of the man who was shot and killed in Valley Center last Friday. The victim has been identified as 46-year-old Jason Gillespie.

Location of the Incident

The tragic shooting took place at the 7500 block of Mendoza Road in Valley Center. Deputies responded to the scene at 1 p.m. and found Gillespie suffering from gunshot wounds.

Suspect in Custody

Following the incident, a 31-year-old man named Kyle Del Gregory was arrested and booked on charges of murder and assault with a deadly weapon. The motive behind the shooting remains unclear at this time.

Call for Information

The Sheriff’s Department is urging anyone with information about the incident to come forward. You can contact the department at 858-285-6330 or Crime Stoppers at 888-580-8477.

Our thoughts are with the family and friends of Jason Gillespie during this difficult time. The community of Valley Center mourns the loss of one of its own.

Stay tuned for updates as the investigation into this tragic event continues.

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