NewsNoticias Tampa Bay (Univision)September 4, 2026Hillsborough
San Diego County District Attorney declines to charge officer in Santa Fe Depot shooting
The San Diego County District Attorney's office will not file criminal charges against Officer Daniel Gold following the fatal shooting of a 17-year-old at the Santa Fe Depot. Prosecutors determined there was insufficient evidence to prove a crime occurred after a year-long review of the incident.
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This decision concludes the legal review process regarding the officer's actions, meaning no criminal prosecution will proceed in this specific case.
Key Facts
- The San Diego County District Attorney's office decided not to file criminal charges against Officer Daniel Gold.
- The incident involved the fatal shooting of a 17-year-old at the Santa Fe Depot.
- The decision followed a review process that lasted more than one year.
- Prosecutors cited insufficient evidence to prove that a crime was committed.
Who's Mentioned
personDaniel Gold“Police officer involved in the shooting”locationSanta Fe Depot“The location where the shooting occurred.”organizationSan Diego District Attorney“Office responsible for the investigation and charging decision”personK.W.“Teenager who died in the incident”organizationCalifornia Attorney General“State office that declined to take over the review”organizationSan Diego County District Attorney“The office responsible for reviewing the case and deciding on criminal charges.”