Crime & Safety

Felony Charges, Police Dog: Danville, Tri-Valley Police Logs

A K-9 stopped an Alamo burglary; a former firefighter's legal troubles; and more news in police, fire and courts this week.

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

Fatal Police Shooting In Danville: Video Released

Laudemer Atienza Arboleda, 33, of Newark was fatally wounded by a Danville deputy in 2018.

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Ex-Battalion Chief From Danville Charged With Cheating Taxpayers

The former Contra Costa County Fire Protection District battalion chief has been charged with 12 felonies.

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The southerly winds will continue to increase Friday ahead of an incoming cold front.

San Ramon Street Closures Announced For Dec. 7 Bah Humbug Race

The following shutdowns are planned for Saturday's event.

Can You ID These East Bay Porch Thieves?

This theft happened in Alameda, but they could be from another local community.

Homeowners In Fire-Areas: Moratorium On Insurance Non-Renewals

The California moratorium prohibits insurance companies from not renewing insurance policies of more than 800,000 homeowners.

Human Trafficking At Livermore Massage Parlors: Couple Arrested

An investigation that began with two massage businesses in Livermore resulted in the arrests of Anna Huang and Brian Jones.

Wrongful Death Suit Filed By Family Of Dublin Jail Inmate

The suit filed on behalf of the family of 23-year-old Dujuan Armstrong comes after video was released of his in-custody death.

Threat Prompts Lockdown Coyote Creek Elementary School

A threatening message found scrawled in a campus bathroom prompted Tuesday's lockdown.

Homeowners In Fire-Areas: Moratorium On Insurance Non-Renewals
The California moratorium prohibits insurance companies from not renewing insurance policies of more than 800,000 homeowners.

Alameda County Joins Lawsuit Against Cremation Providers
Neptune Society and Trident Society were named in the suit.

BBB Issues Warning On 'Giving Tuesday': East Bay
The BBB has reviews for more than 1,300 nationally soliciting charities and more than 10,000 locally soliciting ones.

Man Injured In Three-Vehicle Crash: San Ramon

Speed appears to be a contributing factor in a crash that left at least one man injured.

Holiday Hazards: San Ramon Valley FPD Safety Tips

Christmas trees, holiday lights and candles can pose fire dangers. The San Ramon Valley Fire Protection District offers tips to stay safe.

East Bay Firefighters Shave Mustaches For Cancer Awareness

In the 1800s, firefighters actually believed having a thick mustache made their job safer.

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