Fire Injures 5; Fatal ATV Crash: Benicia, North Bay Police Logs

Barrels of toxic acid abandoned; Sand Fire forces evacuations, road closures; and other North Bay police, fire and court news.

Fatal Vallejo Officer-Involved Shooting 'Reasonable,' Expert Says

Vallejo's city attorney cited a report by an expert in use of force which said the officer-involved shooting of Willie McCoy was reasonable.

Fatal House Fire, Missing Woman Investigated In Vallejo: Police

Vallejo Police Department's investigation of a missing woman led to a home fully engulfed in flames, a police lieutenant said.

Homes Evacuated Near Gas Leak In Benicia, Fire Dept. Says

A third-party contractor not affiliated with PG&E was digging and hit a natural gas service line with a pickaxe, a PG&E spokesperson said.

Driver Dies After Crashing Into Tree In Vallejo: Police

Solano County coroner's officials have identified the deceased driver. Per police, it was the city's third crash-related fatality this year.

Fake Police Scam; School Fire: Benicia, North Bay Police Logs

Firefighters detain a Camaro driver, a flasher is finally caught, firework rules change and other North Bay police, fire and court news.

Solano County Man Among 16 Accused In Oakland Shootings

Several search warrants were issued in cities including Oakland, San Leandro, Hayward, Vallejo, Antioch and Richmond.

Man Accused Of Flashing Genitals On Multiple Occasions In Vallejo

Police say the 33-year-old focused his crimes in the downtown area, including at City Hall and in the ferry terminal parking lot.

Benicia, Richmond Men Accused In 2017 Killing: SFPD

The pair were arrested Thursday on suspicion of killing a 21-year-old Solano County man in San Francisco's North Beach neighborhood.

Bank Robbery; Tainted Drinks: Benicia, North Bay Police Logs

Retail theft ring broken up; rollover crash at Costco; stabbing suspect turns self in; and other North Bay police, fire and court news.

Mtn. Lion Caught; Restaurant Fire: Benicia, North Bay Police Logs

Crews save restaurant from complete loss; caregiver arrested; mountain lion in Santa Rosa; and other North Bay police, fire and court news.

CHP Investigating Report Of Shooting On Zampa Bridge

All lanes of the bridge were blocked for a time Tuesday afternoon, a California Highway Patrol official said.

Benicia Bank Robber Sought By Police

The bank robbery happened at about 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, according to Benicia police.

PG&E Giving Away Trees To Benicia, Vallejo Customers

There is a limit of two trees per family.

Benicia Man Surrenders After 8-Hour Standoff: Police

The man arrested in Thursday's incident was the same person who prompted the closure April 5 of the Benicia Bridge, police said.

Hostage Negotiators, SWAT Respond In Benicia Standoff: Police

The incident began around 3 p.m. Thursday on East H St.; Benicia police, Solano County sheriff's negotiators and a SWAT team are on scene.

Mom, Child Mauled By Pit Bull Terriers: Vallejo Police

The 47-year-old mother and her 3-year-old son suffered major injuries in the incident and were rushed to local trauma centers, police said.

Boy, 4, Briefly Lost; Bay Rescue: Benicia, North Bay Police Logs

More North Bay parents accused in college scandal; tragic crashes; funds raised for twins; and other North Bay police, fire and court news.

Arrested: 'Armed & Dangerous' Woman Caught In Vallejo, Cops Say

The fugitive was wanted by San Rafael police for burglary, grand theft, being a felon in possession of a firearm and conspiracy

Bank Robbery; Balloon Crash: Benicia, North Bay Police Logs

Teens die in tragic incident; bank robbery suspect caught; "armed and dangerous" woman; and other North Bay police, fire and court news.

Benicia Bridge Closed When Man Calls 911, Says He Has Bomb: CHP

The bridge was closed for several hours Friday night when a possible jumper called 911 and said he had a bomb, CHP officials said.

Trio Accused Of Following Couple From Casino, Robbing Them

Prosecutors say the North Bay trio followed the couple from a San Pablo casino to South San Francisco, then robbed them at gunpoint.

Man Shot Dead In Car in Vallejo: Police

A murder investigation is underway, the Vallejo Police Department said Tuesday.

Chase Arrest; Botched Robbery: Benicia, North Bay Police Logs

Suspect crashes into patrol car; warrant sweep arrests; stepfather convicted; and other North Bay police, fire and court news.

Body-Cam Footage Released In Vallejo Officer-Involved Shooting

Police on Friday released footage from the body cameras of six officers involved in the fatal shooting of a man in a Taco Bell drive-thru.

Shutdown Of Valero Benicia Refinery To Result In Flaring

"This shutdown is expected to last for multiple days and will result in visible flaring."

Monsanto Trial; Deadly RV Fire: Benicia, North Bay Police Logs

Knife-wielding robber caught; crash prompts evacuations; tragedy on the slopes; and other North Bay police, fire and court news.

Coroner IDs Motorcyclist Who Died In I-780 Crash In Benicia

A motorcyclist who died Monday afternoon in a wreck on westbound Interstate Highway 780 has been identified as a local 31-year-old.

Car, Ambulance Collide At Vallejo Intersection, Police Say

The ambulance's emergency lights were activated but the driver of the vehicle reportedly failed to yield, according to police.

Winery Owner Charged; Fight Club: Benicia, North Bay Police Logs

Tragedy at Coddingtown Mall; teacher accused in "fight club"; Vape shop arrests; and other North Bay police, fire and court news.

Benicia Fire Dept. Still Monitoring Valero Refinery Coke Fines

A maintenance issue was resolved earlier this week, but the coke fines in the system will continue to be released.

Valero Refinery Maintenance: Benicia Monitoring Air Quality

"All levels are within safe limits," city officials said Tuesday afternoon.

4-Alarm Fire; Murder Conviction: Benicia, North Bay Police Logs

A semi hauling cattle crashed; a tax preparer was sentenced; accused thieves were caught, and other North Bay police, fire and court news.

4-Alarm Fire Breaks Out In Abandoned Vallejo Building (VIDEO)

Crews from Napa, Contra Costa and Solano counties assisted Vallejo FD with the fire in a building where homeless people are known to stay.

School Threat; Robber Caught: Benicia, North Bay Police Logs

A newspaper delivery man and a construction worker tragically die; dog jumps in a cop car; and other North Bay police, fire and court news.

Woman Injured In Shooting, Vallejo Police Say

The woman told officers she felt a pain in her right arm and realized she had been shot, police said.

Man Suspected Of Robbing Woman At Benicia ATM Arrested: Police

The arrest of a Contra Costa County man followed a month-long investigation, Benicia police said.

Sleeping Driver; Cliff Rescue: Benicia, North Bay Police Log

A sleeping DUI driver blocked an on-ramp; another crashed into a home; a boy was rescued; and other North Bay police, fire and court news.

Vallejo Hot Air Balloon Crash Leaves 10 Patients; 1 Hurt

Firefighters say a hot air balloon crashed in Vallejo leaving 10 patients and one person hurt.

Kidnapping Scam; Police Shooting: Benicia, North Bay Police Log

Driver accused in high-speed chase; Muller back in court; child sex abuse investigation; and other North Bay police, fire and court news.