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Hero Cop | Gang-related Guns: Piedmont, East Bay Police Log

One East Bay city tackles homeless issues with a dedicated team; and a sexual assault arrest is reported.

A review of local crime and fire stories
A review of local crime and fire stories (Patch Collage)

EAST BAY — A look at crime and fire stories in the East Bay this week:

Hero Cop Pulls Man From Burning Car

  • Fremont Police Officer Jason Trzewieczynski climbed inside the burning vehicle, and then pulled the man to safety.

1 Injured, Home Damaged By Fire In Union City

  • The fire was reported Sunday evening before 8 p.m.

BNSF Train Started Grass Fire: Fire District

  • The fire also prompted a hazmat response, according to Rodeo-Hercules Fire District officials.

Dozens Of Gang-Related Guns Seized In The East Bay, Cops Say

  • Automatic weapons and guns capable of shooting armor-piercing bullets are included in the arsenal. Federal charges are being sought.

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Homeless Outreach Program Created By WCPD

  • This team is handling illegal encampments, stolen shopping carts, referrals to homeless services, and complaints from residents.

Sexual Assault Arrest In Berkeley, Police Report

  • The victim was walking her dog when the accused man approached, claiming to have a gun.

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Man Convicted Of Sexual Assault of Berkeley Teen

  • The convicted man faces life in prison without the possibility of parole.

Castro Valley Man Sentenced To 15 Years In Prison

  • He pleaded no contest to voluntary manslaughter. The victim's mother spoke directly to him in court.

1 Dead, 1 Injured In Oakland Shooting

  • The shooting happened mid-morning on 66th Avenue.

Car Abandoned In Fremont; Driver Sought By Oakland Police

  • The suspect nearly ran over police officers and pedestrians Sunday evening, OPD reports.

Hayward Names New Police Chief

  • The Hayward resident is currently Assistant Police Chief in San Francisco.

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