Crime & Safety

2 Accused Child Molesters Arrested: Fremont, East Bay Crime News

A store clerk was shot by a robber; freeway shooting charges are filed by the DA's Office; mail theft ring arrests; fentanyl bust.

A fatal crash happened on I-680 in Fremont this week.
A fatal crash happened on I-680 in Fremont this week. (Maggie Avants/Patch)

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

Freeway Shooting Prompts Attempted Murder Charges

Two defendants have been charged in the case.

1 Dead, 1 Hospitalized In Shooting

The case is being investigated as a domestic dispute.

Child Molested At Crown Beach, Suspect Arrested

He has been charged with multiple felonies by the District Attorney's Office.

Teaching Assistant Accused Of Sexual Assault Of Students: Police

Fremont Police say the victims are students at the California School for the Deaf.

Store Clerk Shot, Suspect Arrested

The shooting happened in San Leandro early Wednesday.

Fentanyl Seized, 4 Arrests By Park District Police

A newly-formed High Enforcement Apprehension Team (HEAT) has scored a success.

12 Arrests In Berkeley Retail Theft Crackdown

Officers conducted a special operation at the end of last month.

3 Killed In Crash On I-880 In Fremont: Police

The cause of the collision was under investigation, police said.

Deadly Crash On I-680 In Fremont

The HOV lane has been opened to all drivers in an effort to ease traffic. The Number 3 lane opened at 9:08 a.m.

East Bay Man Arrested In Extortion Scheme: Police

It is alleged he convinced the victim he was with the U.S. Department of Treasury.

2 East Bay Residents Arrested In Mail Theft Ring: Police

Police said the items found in an apartment linked to the operation included stolen postal keys, a USPS uniform, and a large cache of mail.


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