Crime & Safety

Young East Bay Children Killed: Castro Valley, East Bay Crime News

Swim instructor and substitute teacher accused of child sexual assault; deadly freeway crash; Hayward murder; bunny rescued by firefighters.

An Alameda County firefighter in the aftermath of a San Leandro house fire.
An Alameda County firefighter in the aftermath of a San Leandro house fire. (Photo credit: SUMODOG/ACFD)

EAST BAY, CA — Here are some of the public safety stories impacting the East Bay this week:

5th Victim Dies In Family Massacre: Police
A 1-year-old toddler who was shot last week has died, police reported Monday.

3-Year-Old Ellie Was Killed In Fremont Before Her Body Was Dumped In San Jose: PD
"Ellie was stolen from me, her grandmother and the rest of our family and friends in an evil and brutal manner," the child's mother said.

18-Year-Old Hayward Man Fatally Shot In City's 7th Homicide Of 2024
Officers got a report of a shooting in the vicinity of the intersection of Pompano Avenue and Sumatra Street.

Child Sexual Assault Suspect Arrested, Police Seek More Victims
Police say the suspect has worked as a swim instructor and possibly a substitute teacher around the Bay Area.

Fremont Man Accused Of Communicating With A Minor For Sex
Police believe there may be other victims.

Deadly Freeway Crash Prompts Sig-Alert
A multi-vehicle crash includes a jack-knifed big rig, slowing the morning commute to a crawl.

Tinkerbell The Bunny Rescued From House Fire
No injuries were reported by firefighters or residents — including their beloved pets.

Some Residents Displaced By San Leandro House Fire
The fire started late Sunday night.

Burglary Reported At University Cafe
The burglary comes just days after an arson fire at the same location.

Vehicle Crashes Into Fremont Business
An electric vehicle crashed through the front door of a real estate office, according to the Fremont Fire Department.

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