Officer Yand Grijalva Discharges Weapon: Guzman, 32, Hospitalized After Confrontation Near 16th Street

A police incident in the East Village area of San Diego, California on April 15, 2026, resulted in an officer-involved shooting during a confrontation near 16th Street and Island Avenue.

According to the San Diego County Sheriff’s Office, the officer involved, identified as Yand Grijalva, discharged his weapon during an encounter with 32-year-old Denise Guzman. Officials reported that Guzman was allegedly armed with a dangerous object and failed to comply with repeated commands from law enforcement.

Authorities stated that during the incident, Guzman reportedly moved toward officers, prompting one officer to fire his weapon. Another officer deployed a conducted energy device (Taser) in an effort to subdue her. Guzman was later taken to a hospital, where she was treated for injuries described as non-life-threatening.

The confrontation occurred in the late afternoon in a busy urban area, leading to a significant law enforcement response and temporary disruption in the surrounding neighborhood. Officers secured the scene while investigators began collecting evidence and reviewing body-worn camera footage as part of the standard review process.

The Sheriff’s Office confirmed that the incident remains under investigation, and no additional details regarding potential charges or the full sequence of events have been released at this time.

As is standard in officer-involved shootings, multiple agencies may participate in reviewing the use of force to determine whether procedures were followed appropriately. Officials have not released further commentary regarding the circumstances beyond the initial report.

The event has drawn attention in the East Village community, where residents and businesses experienced a heavy police presence during the response. Authorities continue to ask for patience as the investigation proceeds.