On Wednesday, July 29, 2026, deputies from the Sheriff’s Homeless Assistance Resource Team (HART) conducted a joint operation with the Escondido Police Departmentu2019s Community Enhancement Bureau in response to ongoing community complaints regarding unauthorized encampments and public nuisance issues. The large encampment spanned both the City of Escondido and the unincorporated county area of Harmony Grove. Sheriff’s HART Deputies and Escondido Police Officers had previously engaged with the individuals experiencing homelessness in the area, offering access to a wide range of resources, including shelter, mental health services and substance abuse treatment. Additionally, individuals were warned that camping on private property <a href="https://www.times-advocate.com/articles/sheriffs-office-and-escondido-police-department-conduct-encampment-cleanup-operation/">[…]</a>