Crime & Safety
San Jose Authorities Announce Seven Arrests In Organized Sideshow Investigation
"The sideshows have resulted in eight police vehicles being attacked by participants and dozens of firearms discharged," Chief Joseph said.
November 1, 2o24
San Jose Police on Thursday said nine people have been indicted on charges related to organizing several sideshows that have happened in the city over the past four years.
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"Arrest warrants of $200,000 each were issued and yesterday seven of the nine suspects were taken into custody. Two are still at large and we expect to have them in custody shortly," said San Jose Police Chief Paul Joseph.
Police said the nine suspects are from cities across the Bay Area. Officers allege the group promoted over 20 sideshows using anonymous social media accounts, attracting hundreds of cars and even more spectators.
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