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NewsFox 5 San Diego & KUSI — Local NewsAugust 25, 2026San Diego

Sandra Venta pleads not guilty to murder of husband in San Diego

Sandra Venta, 33, has entered a plea of not guilty regarding the fatal stabbing of her common-law husband, Daniel Estevan Cornejo. The defendant is currently awaiting further court proceedings scheduled for September 1.

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Why It Matters

This case involves a criminal homicide charge within the San Diego jurisdiction, with the next legal milestone set for September 1.

Key Facts

  • Sandra Venta is charged with the murder of Daniel Estevan Cornejo.
  • The defendant entered a plea of not guilty.
  • The incident occurred in a San Diego apartment.
  • The defendant is 33 years old.
  • The next court date is scheduled for September 1.

Who's Mentioned

personDaniel Estevan Cornejo“Victim of the stabbing”locationCity Heights“Location of the incident”personSandra Venta“Defendant accused of murder”location39th Street“Specific location of the apartment”personJeffrey Dort“Deputy District Attorney”locationSan Diego“Jurisdiction of the court and police”