Accused Orinda Bank Robber Arrested At Oakland Hills Home

OAKLAND, CA — A man accused of two bank robberies in Orinda was arrested in Oakland Tuesday, the Contra Costa County Sheriff's Office said in a release. Both Orinda and Oakland police took part in the arrest of 49-year-old Duane Makela at his home in the Oakland Hills.

Makela was identified as the suspect in the robberies during a joint investigation with the FBI. He was arrested without incident just before 7 a.m. in the 3600 block of Broadway.

According to the sheriff's office, "Makela’s vehicle was also searched. A possible explosive device was located in his car; the device was rendered safe."

Makela was booked into the Martinez Jail on robbery and drug possession charges.

If you have any information on this case, call Orinda Police Department at (925) 254-6820. For any tips, call 866-846-3592 to leave an anonymous voice message or email: tips@so.cccounty.us.

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