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Statement From Danville Town Council Regarding Recent Police Shootings
Since the Town of Danville incorporated in 1982, police services have been provided through a contract with the Contra Costa Sheriff’s Office. This has been a positive relationship that has delivered a high level of service and helped strengthen relationships with the community. We regret the two tragic incidents that resulted in the losses of both…
Read MoreDistrict Attorney Announces Filing Of Felony Charges Against Danville Officer For Arboleda Shooting
District Attorney Diana Becton announced the filing of voluntary manslaughter and assault charges against a Danville police officer who shot and killed a Newark man after a slow speed pursuit through town on Nov. 3, 2018. Becton announced that her office had filed felony charges of voluntary manslaughter and assault with a semi-automatic weapon against…
Read MoreCounty Sheriff’s Office Releases Additional Video Of Latest Danville Shooting Case
WARNING: First video is extremely graphic. Statement from the Office of the Sheriff: The Contra Costa County Office of the Sheriff is releasing series of critical incident videos depicting the officer involved shooting involving Tyrell Wilson that occurred in Danville on March 11, 2021. The Contra Costa District Attorney’s Office and the Office of the…
Read MoreAttempted Catalytic Converter Theft Ramps Up In San Ramon Wednesday
Local police are searching for a small, white Audi SUV spotted leaving the scene of an attempted catalytic converter theft on Sussex Court in San Ramon Wednesday morning. Neighbors report that a woman in the car brandished a small pistol at the car’s owner after he interrupted the theft. No shots were fired and no…
Read MoreCounty Health Services: Statement On The Guilty Verdict In George Floyd Murder Trial
Today’s verdict was an important moment of accountability in the tragic murder of George Floyd. He and his family were unnecessarily robbed of a future at the hands of a system steeped in racism and injustice. This verdict is a compelling reminder of the work still to be done. We must continue to act against racism.…
Read MoreDriveway Bandit Strikes Twice Sunday; May Be Responsible For Other Local Crimes
Area residents are reporting a disturbing trend in local crime – one which is believed to have been demonstrated twice Sunday in separate instances in Concord and Oakley. The cases, so far unmentioned by local law enforcement, prompted a number of messages to this site, readers noting an apparent similarity between the cases and a…
Read MoreLetters: Re-thinking American Policing
I am not a police officer. I have never wanted to be one. I recognize the job as unforgiving and tough and taxing on the human psyche. I can see why officers and ex officers are subject to higher than normal rates of divorce, suicide, and substance abuse. I can see how an “us vs.…
Read MoreFirearm Discharged During Sun Valley Mall Incident; Suspect Detained In Lafayette Friday
Concord police are investigating the discharge of a firearm at Sun Valley Mall Friday, an incident that led to a sizable police response to the mall and the arrest of the man suspected of firing the shot in Lafayette. The incident was reported at approximately 7 p.m. and was believed to have occurred during an…
Read MoreClayton Resident Pleads Guilty To Online Child Exploitation Offense
From the Office of the District Attorney: Martinez, Calif. – Today, 41-year-old Clayton resident Daniel Paul pleaded guilty to unlawfully communicating with a minor for the purposes of engaging in sex, in violation of California Penal Code section 288.3(a). Pursuant to the plea agreement before the Honorable John Cope, Paul was sentenced to 120 days…
Read MoreWalk-in Vaccine Clinics Now Open In Parts Of Contra Costa County
From County Health Services: People can also now directly schedule vaccine appointments online Contra Costa County, in partnership with the California Office of Emergency services, will begin offering walk-in service to people ages 16 and older who live or work in the county at several pop-up sites in the coming weeks. About 500-700 vaccinations a…
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