Man shot on Smilax Road, Unincorporated Vista

Deputies from the Vista Sheriff's Station are investigating a shooting in Unincorporated Vista.
It happened on Friday, April 13th, around 9:06 p.m. near the intersection of Smilax Road and Mimosa Avenue in Unincorporated Vista.

The victim, a teen-age male, was shot as he was walking near the intersection of Smilax Road and Mimosa Avenue in Unincorporated Vista. Deputies arrived at the scene and discovered the male being treated by personnel from the San Marcos and Vista Fire Departments. The victim was transported to a local hospital for treatment.

There is currently no suspect description, and no suspects are in custody.

The victim is being treated at the hospital and is in stable condition.


The shooting remains under investigation. If you have any information regarding this incident, please call the San Diego County Sheriff's Department at (858) 565-5200.