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Man With Rifle Spotted Near Playground: East Bay Crime News

Can you ID homicide suspect from photo | Homeowner shot at by car thieves | Accused killers, bank robbers, grand theft suspects arrested.

Police seized a loaded AR-style 9mm carbine rifle near a playground last week.
Police seized a loaded AR-style 9mm carbine rifle near a playground last week. (Renee Schiavone/Patch)

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

Photo Of Homicide Suspect Released By Sheriff's Office

A woman was shot to death and a man was wounded on East 14th Street last month.

Homicide Suspect Charged In Death: Police

The victim was a 78-year-old man who worked at a gas station where the killing took place.

Fremont Murder Suspect Tracked To Richmond, Arrested: Police

The suspect was charged by the District Attorney's Office with murder and other crimes.

Man Arrested With Rifle Near Park Playground: Police

Police seized a loaded AR-style 9mm carbine rifle last week.

Homeowner Tries To Stop Car Thieves, Shot At By Suspects: Police

The bullets lodged inside the victim's home.

License Plate Reader Leads To Grand Theft Arrest: Police

Police say two suspects stole $5,000 worth of purses in an organized retail theft at a Fremont store.

Fremont Bank Robbery Suspects Arrested By Police

Police allege the Antioch pair targeted six NorCal banks, including a successful robbery in Fremont.

44 Tickets Issued In Castro Valley During Pedestrian Enforcement

The CHP also impounded one vehicle.

Officers Writing Tickets In Major Berkeley Traffic Enforcement: Police

The CHP and other police departments are assisting in the operation.

Berkeley Police Officers Lauded For Stolen Vehicle Recovery

The three officers received awards from the CHP.

Fire Department Conducts Wildland Fire Training

Alameda firefighters prepare for wildfire season.

16 Fremont Fire Department Recruits Graduate From Academy

The new firefighters begin their shifts this Sunday.

Police, CHP Prevent Unpermitted Car Show

Police received a tip about the event being advertised online.


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