An Escondido police officer charged with misdemeanor vehicular manslaughter for an on-duty crash that killed a man last year was granted misdemeanor diversion Friday.
With the misdemeanor diversion, the case could be dismissed if the officer successfully completes terms of a diversion program over the next 18 months.
Diversion terms imposed Friday include completion of a defensive driving course, counseling that covers anger management and emotional control topics, and 150 hours of volunteer work…