Crime & Safety

Car & Brush Fire; Gym Targeted: Danville, Tri-Valley Police Log

Santa Rita inmates protest and other police and fire news this week in the region.

A vehicle fire at Grant Line/Midway extended into surrounding vegetation.
A vehicle fire at Grant Line/Midway extended into surrounding vegetation. (Alameda County Fire Deptartment)

TRI-VALLEY, CA — The following is a week's collection of police, court and fire stories from around the Tri-Valley:

Jail Hunger Strike: Santa Rita Inmates Rebel Over 'Poor Conditions'

  • Inmates began a hunger strike Wednesday, alleging insects and vermin droppings in their food and mistreatment of drug-addicted inmates.

Anniversary Of SoCal Killing: Protesters Target San Ramon Gym

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  • Albert Ramon Dorsey was shot and killed by an LAPD officer at a Hollywood 24 Hour Fitness one year ago.

House Fire Breaks Out Overnight In Livermore

  • The blaze was reported in the early morning hours.

Vehicle Fire Blamed For Wildlands Blaze At Altamont Pass

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  • Crews were able to quickly douse the blaze and contain it under 2 acres.

Smoke Chokes Air Quality In Bay Area, Residents At Risk

  • If people smell smoke, the air district recommends that they stay inside with windows and doors closed.

Trick-Or-Treat Trail: Livermore Police Halloween Photo Show

  • The PD amped up the spooktacular for trick-or-treaters, but one department went to infinity and beyond (hint, hint) to win the competition.

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