Car Theft; Fentanyl Deaths: San Anselmo, North Bay Police Log

NORTH BAY, CA — The following is a collection of police, fire and courtroom stories from this week in Marin County and across the North Bay.

Cameras Help Police Arrest Accused Car Thief In Marin

A Lexus reported stolen from Fremont was found in Sausalito the next day after it triggered a license plate recognition camera.

3 Accused In Fentanyl Overdose Deaths Of Santa Rosa Dad, Baby Son

Federal prosecutors announced three arrests in connection with the deaths of a 13-month-old baby boy and his 29-year-old father.

Man Convicted Of Sexually Penetrating Women Through Porta-Potties

Napa County prosecutors say the man cut holes in porta-potties at BottleRock and another festival, then "digitally penetrated" two women.

Caregiver Accused Of Violent Carjacking Released From Jail

Sonoma County prosecutors need more time to investigate acc

Man Accused Of Biting Walmart Employee: Suisun City Police

Officers responded to reports that a man was attacking and biting an employee of the Walmart on Walters Road, police said.

No Criminal Actions In Fatal Napa Officer-Involved Shooting: DA

The actions of Napa police Officer Christopher Simas in the fatal shooting of David Molina were legally justified, DA Allison Haley said.

Prevent Porch Pirates This Holiday Season: Police Offer Tips

Mill Valley police offer tips to reduce your chances of becoming a victim of theft.

Families Of Electrocuted Boys, SID Reach $14M Settlement: Dixon

"It is hoped that this amount of money will get the attention of the Solano Irrigation District ..." a lawyer for one of the families said.

SRPD Identifies Officer Who Shot At Umbrella-Wielding Man

The suspect is accused of brandishing an imitation gun, Santa Rosa police said in a more detailed account of an officer-involved shooting.

BevMo! Resolves Consumer Protection Suit Filed By 3 CA Counties

The case against the Concord, California-based beverage retail giant stemmed from scanner overcharges, a deputy district attorney said.

1,063 Hate Crimes In CA: New FBI Report Shows 2018 Stats

However, new FBI data shows the number of reported hate crimes decreased nationwide, a trend that was mirrored in California.

Caregiver Accused Of Beating Man Who Then Died In Sheriff Custody

Sonoma man Driden Estrada is suspected of beating David Ward and stealing Ward's car, a sheriff's official said.

Unlicensed Contractors Snared In Undercover Santa Rosa Sting: DA

Investigators with the CSLB and the district attorney's office of Sonoma and Marin counties posed as homeowners in fire-ravaged Coffey Park.

1 Dead, 3 Injured In Rollover Crash Along U.S. 101 In Sonoma Co.

Three boys, ages 11, 12 and 13, were rushed to a hospital. The 23-year-old driver was pronounced deceased at the scene, the CHP said.

Officer Shoots At Man Pointing Umbrella Mistaken For Gun: SRPD

Several callers reported the man was pointing a gun at people and cars, police said.

Santa Rosa Homes Evacuated, Street Closed After Gas Line Break

Firefighters will remain at scene until PG&E is able to secure the leak.

Rohnert Park Credit Union Robbery Suspect Arrested

Police were called shortly after 10 a.m. Saturday after a man entered the building and gave one of the tellers a note demanding cash.