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🌱 Patch AM: Why a Richmond homicide suspect is now jailed in Martinez

Also, don't miss Music from the Shadows on the Martinez Patch calendar

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Good morning Martinez! We're back in your inbox this morning to keep you in the loop with what's happening in and around town. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Why a Richmond homicide suspect is now jailed in Martinez

Also on today's calendar: Music from the Shadows and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Why do some birds fly south for the winter? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Monday: Partly sunny and nice, with a high of 74 and low of 49 degrees.
  • Tuesday: Mostly sunny, temps: high: 81, low: 51.
  • Wednesday: Mostly sunny, with a high of 82 and low of 50 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Richmond Police Announce Arrest in 2025 Homicide (newsbreak.com) — A suspect in a 2025 Richmond homicide is now being held at the Martinez Detention Facility on $5 million bail, tying this major case directly to Contra Costa County residents. Richmond police are still seeking help identifying a person of interest seen on video near the November 2025 shooting and are urging anyone who recognizes the individual or their clothing to contact Detective Farr.
   

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💬 Chatter

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  • Hi - I am looking for a minor tree trim service.
    Here is a picture of the tree. Does anyone recommend a good service at a reasonable price? (Nextdoor Vine Hills)
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  • 5 Great Things to Do in the 925 on Columbus Day/Indigenous Peoples Day Bay Area Telegraph (bayareatelegraph.com)

Ok Martinez! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "Why do some birds fly south for the winter?" — Because it's too far to walk..! (Thank you Theresia F. for sending it in!)
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