Crime & Safety

Person On Sidewalk Killed | Masked Gunmen: Newark, East Bay Crime

Masked gunmen steal 2 vehicles; Accused cop killers arrested; Man shot to death; Commercial fire doused; Congressman death threats.

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

Driver Doing Donuts Kills Pedestrian On Sidewalk

The deadly hit-and-run happened early Monday in Oakland.

Man Shot To Death In Hayward Over The Weekend

The man was found lying in the road near the intersection of Skywest Drive and Sueirro Street.

Multiple Arrests Announced In Oakland Cop Killer Case

Police announced Tuesday that several arrests have been made, even as the investigation continues.

Hayward Man Arrested For Santa Cruz Road Rage Shooting

Two people were injured in the shooting, including a 3-year-old child.

Masked Gunmen Steal Vehicles In Alameda County: Sheriff's Office

The sheriff's office is investigating two different crimes as possibly related.

Death Threats Against Rep. Eric Swalwell And His Kids: FL Man Arrested

"There is no place in America for threats of political violence," Swalwell said in a statement.

Alameda Firefighters Battle Commercial Fire

The fire was on Bay Farm Island.

Man Rescued When Sailboat Sinks Off Alameda

The rescue was near the U.S.S. Hornet.

Cold Case File: Woman Last Seen Alive In Pleasanton

It's been 37 years since this 20-year-old woman and her friends ran out of gas. Her family is still waiting for justice.


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