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Independence Day Shooting in Antioch Leaves One Dead, Another Critically Injured
Tragedy struck on the eve of Independence Day as a shooting in Antioch claimed the life of a 58-year-old man and critically injured a 44-year-old woman. According to the Antioch Police Department's press release, the incident occurred on the 1600 block of Vineyard Drive shortly before midnight yesterday. Responding to...
Fire crews knock down brush fire in Antioch after street evacuated
Contra Costa Fire officials were able to knock down a grass fire that started late Thursday evening after the fire forced evacuations for residents on Lotus St., authorities said.The Contra Costa Fire PIO X social media account first posted about the fire at 10:13 p.m. on the 2700 block of Hillcrest Ave. in Antioch.Additional crews were called in to help with structure protection before fire officials began evacuations on Lotus Street at around 10:30 p.m., according to a post on X.Luckily, crews were able to stop forward progress of the fire and knock it down by shortly after 11 p.m.Crews will be staying on the premises to make sure the fire doesn't reignite overnight. There was no word from officials when the evacuation order might be lifted.The incident was one of five different brush fires that crews responded to in Contra Costa. Several were in Antioch, along with an additional incidents in Bay Point and Martinez. All of the fires were contained without any reports of injury. Authorities did not confirm the cause of any of the fires.
Concord fireworks show causes grass fire
CONCORD, Calif. (KRON) — The Concord fireworks show paused on Thursday night after the fireworks caused a fire at a local high school baseball field, an organizer with the celebration confirmed. Large flames could be seen coming from Mount Diablo High School’s baseball field. The flames were eventually put out, and the show resumed. Firefighters […]
Fireworks suspected of starting fire in Martinez
Contra Costa County firefighters say fireworks are suspected of starting a brush fire near Central Avenue in Martinez Thursday night. The fire broke out around 9 p.m. Fireworks were seen going off overhead as crews rushed to get the fire under control. Con Fire says about three acres burned.
Zero tolerance on fireworks violations in Brentwood
BRENTWOOD, CA – As we approach the 4th of July, the Brentwood Police Department wants to remind its residents about the dangers associated with fireworks and the use of firearms when celebrating our country’s Independence Day. Contra Costa County (and City) is a “fireworks-free-zone”; therefore, the possession or...
Individual Discovered in Antioch Park Amid Larger Safety Concerns
On Monday, the Antioch Police Department responded to a disturbing report of a person found hanging from a tree in a local park. The individual was discovered just before 9:00 am at Yellowstone and Calaveras Cir in the City of Antioch. The police promptly cordoned off the area as they awaited the arrival of the county coroner. A chair was found tipped over next to the person, suggesting the possibility of suicide.
Suspect in Custody In Lieu of $80,000 Bond for Stabbing of a Sandwich Shop Owner
CLAYTON — Peter F. Kerns, a 45-year-old resident of Clayton, has been arrested in connection with a stabbing attack last month. Kerns remains behind bars at the Martinez Detention Facility in lieu of $80,000 bond. The stabbing happened downtown at Canesa’s Brooklyn Heros, a sandwich shop at 6026 Main...
Delaware State Police Issue Gold Alert for Missing Clayton Man, Steven Fabi, Amid Independence Day Concerns
In a situation demanding heightened public awareness, Delaware State Police have extended a Gold Alert to assist in the search for Steven Fabi, a Clayton resident last heard from in the early hours of Independence Day. The 36-year-old man is the source of growing concern among law enforcement officials, who urge anyone with information to come forward.
Tracy Police Reportedly Confiscate Nearly 40 Pounds of Suspected Narcotics
Police in Tracy recently arrested two individuals in connection with the alleged discovery of a large amount of narcotics during a vehicle stop. In a press release, police reported that they had stopped a vehicle near 11th Street and Parker Ave. on the afternoon of Tuesday, June 25. A K9 unit brought in for assistance reportedly alerted to the presence of narcotics in the vehicle.
Livermore man prohibited from possessing guns arrested on numerous weapons charges
(KRON) — A 31-year-old man with an active gun violence restraining order was arrested last week on a number of charges related to illegally possessing weapons, the Livermore Police Department announced on Tuesday. On June 25 just after 5 p.m., Livermore police officers stopped a Kia Sportage on Las Positas Road near First Street for […]
Los Altos Police Nab Suspect in $400K Fraud and Identity Theft Case, San Ramon Man Charged
Following a nearly year-long investigation, the Los Altos Police Department has made headway into a significant fraud and identity theft case, leading to an arrest in San Ramon. The intricate investigation identified 38 victims and accounted for losses exceeding $400,000, as reported by the police department on their Facebook page.
Pinole Police Crack Down on Illegal Fireworks, City to Host Safe Drone Light Show Instead
On Tuesday, an officer from the department responded to a fireworks complaint on Francis Drive, according to an announcement on Facebook. Their investigation led them to seize a stockpile of unauthorized fireworks and issue a citation to the individual involved in the violation. In Contra Costa County, fireworks should not...
Blaze Bernstein trial: Jury deliberations continue
SANTA ANA, Calif. - After hearing more than two days of closing arguments, jurors began deliberating Tuesday in the trial of the man charged with the hate crime fatal stabbing of a gay former classmate in Foothill Ranch. Attorney Ken Morrison of the Orange County Public Defender's Office argued Tuesday...
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