One Dead In Martinez Crash Sunday
At about 3:04 am Sunday, Contra Costa CHP was advised of a solo vehicle collision on HWY-4 westbound, just east of Pine Street. Upon the arrival of emergency personnel and CHP officers, it was determined that a 2003 Chevrolet Silverado driven by an unidentified male, had left the roadway on the north side of HWY-4…
Serial Robber Keeps Trying – In San Ramon Valley And Elsewhere, Apparently
Earlier today, Friday, the pictured gentleman attempted to rob two banks in San Ramon, according to police. Investigators say the man is also suspected of attempting robberies at several other banks in the area, including branches in Danville, Dublin, and Mountain View. In most of the cases he appeared to approach businesses or victims on…
Moragans, Oakley Resident Arrested In Human Trafficking Case Wednesday
From the Moraga Police Department: MORAGA, CA – As a result of complaints received over the past few months regarding possible human trafficking and other illegal activity involving a residence in Moraga, the Moraga Police Department began an investigation into the allegations. Based upon information developed during the investigation, Moraga Police subsequently obtained a…
Michael Biondi, Missing San Ramon Man And Tri-Valley School Official, Found Dead In Nevada
An assistant superintendent for the Livermore school district reported missing by his family last month has been found dead near Walker Lake in western Nevada, police confirmed Thursday. San Ramon resident Michael Biondi, 52, was last seen in Livermore on Sept. 22. His car was reportedly tracked as Biondi drove east to Nevada and on…
Yours In LipZippetyUppedness
We’re riding high on sleep deprivation and vintage Fleetwood Mac and watching The National Madness slide by while nightcallers ring us up and whisper: “Aren’t you going to say anything?” Those unlucky enough to know us well know we’re loquacious with just a hint of cocksure garrulousness thrown in – traits bestowed since the day…
Red Tier Impact On School Openings
PLEASANT HILL, Calif., September 29, 2020 – Contra Costa County has moved into the Red (Substantial) Tier under the California Blueprint for a Safer Economy, which allows schools to consider reopening after two weeks if certain conditions are met. If Contra Costa County remains in the Red Tier for 14 consecutive days, schools in the county have the option to return to in-person…
Lafayette Officer Injured In Tuesday Morning Pursuit, Crash
A Lafayette police officer and a civilian were taken to a local hospital for observation as a precaution after an early-morning police pursuit and crash at Pleasant Hill and Old Tunnel roads Tuesday. Police spokesman Jimmy Lee said things started at about 7:10 a.m. when an Orinda police officer was investigating a suspicious vehicle at…
You Guys Can Handle The Truth, Right? Right?
Our intern once described what we do as: “Dancing a jig alone, at the end of a giant razor blade, with everyone standing around hoping you’ll slip.” Pretty much. And it can be pretty dang hairy out there all alone, thousands of eyes on you, not all of them friendly, and everyone ready to throw…
Update: Suspect Arrested Saturday On Suspicion Of Concord Homicide
An update from Concord PD on this morning’s incident on Willow Pass Road: On Saturday, September 26, 2020, at 12:20 AM, CPD officers responded to a report of a stabbing on Willow Pass Rd. near Second St. Upon arrival, officers found the female victim deceased. According to witnesses, a verbal argument ensued between the victim…
Concord’s Sun Valley Mall Closed By Police After Fighting Breaks Out Saturday
Reports of sizable groups of people fighting inside and outside Sun Valley Mall in Concord prompted a heavy police response and eventual closure of the shopping center. Officers responded to the Red Robin restaurant location around 5:10 p.m. after getting reports of a group of between 20 to 25 people fighting outside. Police formed a…