During an incident at a National City car dealership, a sheriff’s detective, Douglas Akers, exchanged gunfire with Gene Stewart, resulting in Stewart’s death and Akers being injured by shattered glass. Akers, who has been with the sheriff’s office for 35 years, is a member of the East County Regional Gang Task Force. The San Diego Police Department is handling the investigation due to a protocol preventing departments from investigating shootings involving their own officers. The incident began when deputies pulled over a car and Stewart ran from authorities, leading to his confrontation with Akers at the dealership. The FBI and U.S. Attorney’s Office will monitor the investigations, and the district attorney’s office will determine Akers’ criminal liability. The Citizens’ Law Enforcement Review Board will provide recommendations. Anyone with information is urged to contact authorities.
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