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Walnut Creek PD Arrests Fourth Suspect In Nordstrom Blitz Robbery
Walnut Creek police announced the arrest of a fourth suspect on charges stemming from the November 20 mass theft at the Walnut Creek Nordstrom store. In a release issued Wednesday, investigators said they arrested Jordan San Felipe, 21, of Antioch on Tuesday, the Contra Costa County District Attorney’s office reviewing the case and charging San…
Read MoreOfficer-Involved Shooting In North Richmond Wednesday
A man carrying what was subsequently learned to be a replica firearm was shot and killed by police at Fred Jackson Way and Market Avenue in North Richmond Wednesday, witnesses reporting the man “acting strangely” and handling the replica as if it were a real weapon. Neighbors called police about the man after he was…
Read MoreHunt For Stolen Truck Ends With Crash In Canyon Tuesday
The driver of a stolen pickup truck sought by Moraga police Tuesday suddenly fled into Canyon, colliding with two other cars and pinching off access to the leafy community for several hours. The vehicle, reported to be a Toyota Tacoma, was not being actively pursued by police – alerted to its presence in the area…
Read More“We’ll All Be Waxing Up Our Rock Skis, Headin’ Out Real Soon…
“Morning Plankers, Here’s your Ski Mt. Diablo snow report for Tuesday, December 14… “Generous overnight snowfall making for epic early-morning runs. Beware of rocks and tarantulas and occasional mountain biker… lift lines are short and there’s cocoa in the lodge… “… for the latest in East Bay ski reports and snow conditions, remember to check…
Read MoreOff-Duty Officer Shoots, Kills Gunman At San Pablo Nation’s Restaurant Sunday
A 29-year-old Richmond man died of his wounds after an aborted robbery attempt at a San Pablo Nation’s restaurant Sunday – the suspect confronted by an off-duty UC Berkeley Police Sergeant and shot as he attempted to rob a cashier at gunpoint. The incident was reported at approximately 11:31 a.m., with witnesses reporting the unidentified…
Read MoreFatal Crash On Highway 24 In Orinda Saturday; Other Crashes Reported Through The Morning
One person was killed in a multi-vehicle crash on eastbound Highway 24 before St. Stephens Drive early Saturday, capping a dangerous morning of crashes and high-speed runs throughout the 24/680. Police and fire personnel in Concord also assisted a pedestrian struck down on Monument Boulevard at Riganti Drive, that person believed to have sustained significant…
Read MoreGrandparent Charged In Death Of Stanley Middle School Crossing Guard
MARTINEZ – The Contra Costa Office of the District Attorney has filed misdemeanor vehicular manslaughter charges against Phyllis Meehan pursuant to Vehicle Code Section 192(c)(1) in the death of Stanley Middle School crossing guard, Ashley Steven Dias. “This tragic incident has impacted an entire community,” said District Attorney Diana Becton. “The loss of Ashley Diaz…
Read MoreCar Into Martinez CVS Thursday
Lensman Craig Cannon was out and about trying to get some shopping done in Martinez around noon today when the driver of this auto tried to cut in line. Con Fire crews arrived to check out the shaken driver but no serious injuries were reported.
Read MoreCharges Filed In 1996 Murder Case, Sheriff Announces
From the Office of the Sheriff: Cold Case Homicide Suspect Formally Charged with Crockett Murder On September 24, 1996, Priscilla Lewis, a 21-year-old resident of Vallejo, was working as a waitress at the Four Corners restaurant at 628 2nd Avenue in Crockett. The cook at the restaurant called 9-1-1 shortly before 10:30 PM after finding…
Read MoreA Day Of Remembrance… As Our Calendar Gets Ready To Flip
Big Day in our News Bunker. Not only because of the immense history behind the date, but because there’s a lot going on in the 24/680 – even as most households take time off from school and work and ease into preparations for visiting relatives and family feasting. Reveille arrived bang on the dot as…
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