Crime & Safety
Sinkhole; Deadly Plane Crash: Danville, East Bay Police Log
Scam reported; accused car burglars arrested and other East Bay police, fire, and court news.

EAST BAY, CA – The following is a week's collection of weekly police, court and fire stories from around the East Bay.
Deadly Small Plane Crash On Mt. Diablo
- The wreckage was discovered near the summit.
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- The break was reported Wednesday during an intense storm.
3 Accused Auto Burglars Arrested, Fremont Police Say
- Police caught up with the suspects after a witness in the Costco parking lot called police and gave them an excellent description of the car
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- No injuries were reported.
East Bay Resident Scammed Out Of $10,000
- Here's the trick that ensnared the victim, along with tips to protect your own money.
- Two of the victims were under 14 at the time they were assaulted and the third was under 16 when attacked at gunpoint or knifepoint.
Surveillance Video Of Accused Thief Released By Alameda Police
- Police hope that someone recognizes this man so he can be arrested.
- The East Bay Regional Park District Police Department is seeking him.
Man With Assault Rifle Arrested In Berkeley
- An officer patrolling the marina area discovered the concealed assault rifle.
Photo courtesy Alameda County Fire Department Driver Rescued From Sinkhole Following Water Main Break
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