Crime & Safety

Toddler Killed + Mom Stabbed: Newark, East Bay Crime Log

The toddler was shot as he slept in his car seat; 2 dead in crash; assault rifle shooting arrest; police seize 18 catalytic converters.

Police seized 18 catalytic converters that had been cut from vehicles.
Police seized 18 catalytic converters that had been cut from vehicles. (San Leandro Police Dept. via Nixle)

EAST BAY, CA — Here are some of the stories making news this week from East Bay police logs —

Fremont Toddler Killed In I-880 Shooting

The California Highway Patrol believes the toddler was hit by a stray bullet.

CHP Seeks Tips In Shooting Death Of Fremont Toddler

Jasper Wu was just short of his second birthday when he died following a shooting on I-880 in Oakland.

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Fundraiser For Family Of Fremont Toddler Shot To Death

A GoFundMe page has been set up to defray unexpected expenses for his family.

Walnut Creek Woman Stabbed To Death, Son Arrested: Police

The victim was 74-years-old.

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Two Dead In Union City Crash

The crash happened on Whipple Avenue.

Union City Assault Rifle Shooting Suspect Arrest

Police say an AR-15-style gun was used in the shooting.

San Leandro Police Arrest 2, Seize Catalytic Converters

Police found 18 catalytic converters cut from vehicles.

Lafayette Business Damaged By Fire

The fire happened Monday morning before the business was open for the day.

Alameda Police Update Crime Fighting Efforts

Back in August, the police department reallocated staffing to deal with rising problems.

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