Laptop Theft Thwarted; Skimming: Alameda, East Bay Police Log

EAST BAY, CA – The following is this week's collection of weekly police, court and fire stories from around the East Bay.

SUV Split In Half, Driver Arrested In East Bay Crash

• The 31-year-old was arrested for suspected DUI and transported to a hospital, officials said.

Good Samaritans Stop Laptop Thieves In 2 East Bay Cities

• In addition, BART Police arrested 3 juveniles for stealing a laptop in a third city.

Accused Carjacker Nabbed After Pursuit Through Livermore

• Police said the man was armed with two guns and had in his possession property stolen during a home break-in.

Man Tosses Backpack, Tries Dodging Cops At Shadow Cliffs

• The 40-year-old eventually was stopped, but gave a false name to officers, police said.

Inmate Suspected Of Suicide Was Accused In Livermore Carjacking

• The 37-year-old, in Santa Rita jail, was arrested last week after allegedly stealing woman's car at gunpoint, leading cops on chase.

Injured Mountain Biker Rescued From Mt. Diablo Trail: VIDEO

• The man was flown by helicopter to a hospital. See footage from the Contra Costa Sheriff's Office.

Bank Robber Caught On Camera, San Ramon Police Say

• The suspect was armed and remains at large. Police believe he has committed other robberies in the Bay Area.

How To Prevent Becoming A Victim Of Mail Theft

• The Livermore Police Department posted a video with useful tips. WATCH

2 Felons Arrested For Lafayette Burglary

• A homeowner returned home to find the burglars inside.

Eyewitness Helps Catch East Bay Auto Burglars

• The sharp-eyed witness gave police a good description, aiding their search for the suspects.

2 Lamorinda Auto Burglary Suspects Arrested

• A sharp-eyed witness gave police a good description, aiding their search for the suspects.

OPD Officer Arrested For DUI

• The Oakland Police Officer was arrested by a different agency.

Fremont Police Investigate 2 Stolen Cars

• Both of the stolen cars are Hondas.

Pinole Woman Arrested For Berkeley Carjacking

• A woman who worked delivering food was pulled from her Lexus and assaulted.

Moraga Police Warn Of Skimming

• Local residents are reporting fraudulent charges on their credit cards made in Southern California.

Third Homicide In A Week Reported In Richmond

• The shooting happened at 9:40 Thursday morning. In addition to the 3 deaths, 2 others have been shot.

Woman Dies Of Injuries Following Alameda Attempted Robbery

• The 61-year-old woman was attacked outside a restaurant last Friday night.

Shooting Reported On I-680 In Walnut Creek

• The shooting happened Wednesday night and shattered a window in the victim's vehicle. Another shooting was reported on Highway 4.

Purse Thief Knocks Woman To Ground, Kicks Her

• San Leandro Police say the suspect kicked the woman until the purse strap broke and he took off.

Suspect Killed In Fremont Shootout Identified

• He was an Oakland resident who was actively being sought by police.

Berkeley Man Dies In Monterey County Crash

• The crash happened on Highway 101.

9-Year-Old Dies From Injuries In Hit-And Run Crash

• A woman and two other children were also injured.

Richmond Man Arrested For Sexual Assault Of Teen

• He allegedly pulled a teen off a jogging path, put a gun to her head and sexually assaulted her. He has been linked to another crime.

Photo courtesy Robbie Rich from SUV Split In Half, Driver Arrested In Murrieta Blvd. Crash