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Alligator Shot to Death; Fawn Rescue; Man Killed in Jet Ski Accident: East Bay Police Log

A look at a few of this week's police, fire and courtroom incidents around Piedmont and across the East Bay.

PIEDMONT, CA — The following is a collection of weekly police, court and fire stories from around the East Bay this week.

Firefighters Rescue Fawn Trapped in Pleasanton Fence

The animal was trapped in the fence for at least four hours before firefighters arrived.

One Woman Dies, Another Suffers Critical Injuries in Crash on I-580 Near Livermore

Westbound traffic on Highway 580 has been severely impacted as a result and authorities are asking drivers to avoid the area.

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Coroner IDs Elderly Woman Killed in Crash on I-580 in Livermore

The woman was pronounced dead at the scene, according to fire officials.

Pleasanton Police Release Video of Man Suspected of Using Stolen Credit Card in Livermore

Do you know this man? Police are looking for him.

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San Ramon Man Sentenced to Prison For Drugging, Raping Women

Kwangmin Jin, 21, was arrested in Illinois in 2015.

Dublin Garage Fire Quickly Extinguished

Eerie video shows the flames in the early morning sky.

Suspect Impersonates Police: Officials Warn Tri-Valley Residents of Latest Scam

Callers are being told they need to pay as a result of missing jury duty.

Eight Firefighters Graduate from Livermore-Pleasanton Fire Academy

The recruits, including the first female to join the ranks since 2013, recently graduated from the 2016 fire academy.

Berkeley Man Arrested For Running Over Graves at National Cemetery

Police report the alleged DUI crash at Golden Gate National Cemetery.

San Leandro People Release Photos of Suspect Car, Wheels

Police are releasing new details in their hunt for a man who pepper sprayed a woman and tried to kidnap her.

5 People Shot in Oakland in 3 Hour Period

One victim suffered a critical brain injury.

CHP Rescues Stranded Boat in Bay (Photo)

A cargo ship was headed toward the boat's position when it was pulled to safety.

Wild Car-to-Car Shooting in Emeryville (Photo)

Police are seeking this car and gunman. Can you identify them?

Tri-City: Two Pokemon Go Players Robbed at Gunpoint

They were near near Cabral and Bianca drives in Fremont when they were robbed.

Unholy Pursuit: Man Arrested at Church For Fraud

He's accused of swindling victims out of hundreds of thousands of dollars. His alleged victims include a Lafayette resident.

No ID Yet For Pedestrian Killed By Train in San Leandro

The victim was hit by an Amtrak Capital Corridor train heading to Sacramento.

Man Walking With Wife Shot in Hayward

The shooting comes on the heels of that city experiencing five murders in less than a week.

Arsonist Dies After Setting Fire to Oakland Store: Police

Both homicide and arson investigators responded to the scene.

Missing San Leandro Teen Back Home

An alert BART rider spotted her and notified authorities.

Oakland Man Killed in Jet Ski Accident

He was killed in Lake Tahoe Saturday evening.

2 Men Shot to Death Identified

The young men were killed outside a birthday party.

Victim Killed in San Leandro Crash Identified

The crash closed southbound lanes for several hours as the CHP investigated.

Hayward Police Shoot Suspect Who Injured Two Officers: Police

The confrontation started when officers approached a stolen Mercedes with two people inside, police say.

Walnut Creek Police Search For Wallet Thieves

They've struck at least three times at Walnut Creek restaurants. The suspects immediately go on shopping sprees.

Former Berkeley Shop Owner Pleads Guilty To Running Ponzi Scheme

He sold or attempted to sell approximately $20 million worth of phantom wine, according to a US Attorney.

Alligator in Niles Canyon Shot to Death

The California Department of Fish and Wildlife made the call on killing the gator.

CHP One of Just 10 Accredited Air Operations in US

The Castro Valley CHP office is located on Redwood Road.

Union City Police Issue Warning Over Smash and Grab Burglaries

Officers caught a commercial burglar last weekend, thanks to a tip from the public and the convincing bark of a police dog.

FBI Seeks Pleasanton, Livermore Bank Robber

The FBI says the suspect is linked to three successful bank robberies and one attempted robbery.

Livermore Brush Fire Knocks Out Power to 1300 Residents

The fire has been extinguished. Drivers in the area are asked to use caution.

Missing Teen Last Seen in Castro Valley

She was last seen more than a week ago.

— Compiled by Autumn Johnson and Bea Karnes, Patch; Photo contributed

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