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Santa’s Elves Revert To Plan B After Broadway Plaza Camera Theft
The lineup of parents and kids waiting for a picture with Santa in Walnut Creek’s Broadway Plaza was a little tense Saturday after thieves made off with Santa’s camera and cash. The wait for a family photo with the jolly fellow was extended as helpers sent away for a replacement camera. Workers and patrons at…
Read MoreWalnut Creek Police Call Suspicious Death On Camino Verde Circle A Homicide
The death of a 67-year-old man found deceased in his home on Camino Verde Circle in Walnut Creek Nov. 27 is being investigated as a homicide, a department release confirmed Friday. Firefighters called to a residence in the 1900 block of the street found the man’s body inside, determined that his passing appeared suspicious and…
Read MoreTeresa Gerringer Resigns From Lafayette City Council
From the City of Lafayette: LAFAYETTE, CA: Councilmember Teresa Gerringer announced today that she will resign her position on the Lafayette City Council effective January 23, 2024 at noon due to family reasons. In her letter of resignation, Gerringer said: “It has been my honor to serve the residents of Lafayette for almost 23 years,…
Read MorePolice Pursuit Though Lamorinda Ends With Arrest At Lafayette BART Wednesday
Bit of activity in Lamorinda overnight as a driver fleeing police blazed a trail from El Sobrante into Lafayette Wednesday night – attracting lots of attention along the way. The man pictured fled from officers on foot after crashing his Dodge van near Lafayette BART, taking off his shirt for reasons unknown and attempting to…
Read MoreFBI Warns Of Holiday Scam Trends; Contra Costa Biggest Loser
From FBI San Francisco SAN FRANCISCO—This holiday season, the FBI San Francisco division warns shoppers to look out for emerging scam trends and reminds the public to stay vigilant when purchasing items online. The FBI anticipates increased fraud schemes designed to steal consumers’ money and personal information this year. During the 2022 holiday shopping season,…
Read MoreFormer Police Officer Charged With Attempted Murder, Firearm Assault, And Injuring a Spouse
From the Office of the District Attorney: Martinez, California – The Contra Costa District Attorney’s Office has charged a Pleasant Hill resident with nine felony counts for attempted murder of peace officers, assault with a firearm, and injuring a spouse. Chunliam Nai Saechao, 40, is being held without bail in the Martinez Detention Facility. He…
Read MoreBack Door Burglars At Work In San Ramon Valley Overnight
UPDATE: (Thursday, Dec. 14, 2023) Our attention was diverted elsewhere overnight but it appears someone returned to the Home Consignment Center in Danville, raided by thieves earlier this month, and smashed their front door. Nothing appears to have been taken but there is the replacement cost for their door. ORIGINAL STORY Burglary crews have been…
Read MorePleasant Hill Estates Consignment Attempted Robbery Video
Store surveillance video from Monday’s attempted robbery at Estates Consignment store in Pleasant Hill, in which two carloads of thieves wielding sledge hammers and pry bars attempted to gain entry to the store but were turned back when an employee produced a handgun. The videos, posted to the Ring Neighbors site, cover the attempted theft…
Read MoreShami Bequest Kicks Off Mt. Diablo Bike Turnout Campaign
A significant bequest from a respected local cyclist killed during a ride in Lafayette has helped push a local effort to fund construction of additional bike turnout lanes on his favorite mountain ride closer to fruition. California State Parks Foundation today announced its Mount Diablo Bike Turnout campaign has raised $755,090 – exceeding its goal…
Read MoreAuto Vs Pedestrian Collision Leaves Victim Critically Injured In Martinez Sunday
A major injury accident with pedestrian hit at high speed has had the main thoroughfare in to Martinez closed since 5:30PM. Collision occurred in the northbound, 3900 block of Alhambra Avenue with all lanes closed for the investigation. Victim transferred to local hospital, condition unknown.
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