Crime & Safety
Murder Arrests; Robbers Follow Victims Home: Union City, EB Crime
3 killed in horrific freeway crash; scam alert from the sheriff's office; multi-million-dollar settlement reached in police restraint death.
EAST BAY, CA — Here are some of the public safety stories impacting the East Bay this week:
2 Arrests For Fatal Fremont Shooting
A Fremont woman and an Oakland man have been arrested in the case.
3 Teens Arrested For Alameda County Homicide, Carjacking
The killing happened in unincorporated San Leandro in October. The suspects are now in custody.
Criminals Are Following Residents Home: Police
The residents have been victims of grand theft and robbery. Police offer advice if you think that you are being followed.
Scam Alert: Fraudsters Impersonate Alameda County Sheriff's Employees
A recent target of a scam attempt out-smarted the caller, prompting the scammer to hang up.
$11.3 Million Settlement Reached Between Alameda And The Family Of Mario Gonzalez
Gonzalez died in April 2019 while being restrained by three Alameda Police officers. The coroner's bureau ruled his death a homicide.
Arson | Road Rage | Vehicle Theft: 46 Fremont Arrests
Police also report that the number of vehicle crashes decreased from the previous week.
DUI; Public Drunkenness; Domestic Violence: Newark Arrests
Newark Police made 5 arrests last week for both violent and property crimes.
3 Arrests, 21 Citations at Newark DUI Checkpoint
The DUI checkpoint was held Saturday night.
5 Cited At Union City DUI Checkpoint
The checkpoint was held Saturday night.
3 Dead, 5 Injured As Car Flies Down 680 Embankment In Pleasanton
Two passengers were babies, and many passengers were not wearing seatbelts, CHP said.
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