NewsNBC 7 San Diego — Local NewsAugust 18, 2026San Diego
Man Sentenced for Sexual Assaults at Carlsbad Hiking Trail
Felix Blanco was sentenced to six months in jail and must register as a sex offender after pleading guilty to sexual battery. He targeted women at the Calavera Preserve by riding an e-bike past them and touching them inappropriately.
Read the full story at NBC 7 San Diego — Local NewsWhy It Matters
This case highlights a public safety issue at a popular local hiking area and the legal consequences for those who commit sexual battery.
Key Facts
- Felix Blanco pleaded guilty to multiple counts of misdemeanor sexual battery.
- The incidents occurred at the Calavera Preserve in Carlsbad between September and January.
- Blanco was sentenced to six months in county jail and is required to register as a sex offender.