Crime & Safety
Murder Arrests; Stolen Dog: Santa Cruz County Police Logs
Two people were accused of a local woman's slaying; a trainer is accused of stealing a dog; and more in police, fire and courts this week.
SANTA CRUZ COUNTY, CA — Here's a collection of police, fire and courts news from around the county this week:
Missing Man Found: Santa Cruz County Sheriff's Office
He was reported missing Thursday.
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Murder Case: Slaying Followed Robbery, Sheriff Says
Two people were arrested Wednesday on suspicion of murdering a Santa Cruz County woman.
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Deputies Go Grocery Shopping For Elderly Santa Cruz County Man
"They made a list, headed out and dropped off the goods for their new friend," the sheriff's office said.
Man Posed As Trainer And Stole Another Dog, Sheriff Says
This is the second time Benjamin Friedenberg has faced charges of grand theft of a dog, the Santa Cruz County Sheriff's Office said.
SEE: Driver Celebrating Friend's 21st Drives Off Slope, CHP Says
The driver and his passenger were found sleeping, come daybreak, the California Highway Patrol said.
Homicide Case: Suspect Sought By Santa Cruz County Sheriff
Deputies found a woman unconscious Tuesday morning and are asking for the public's help in getting more information.
The shooting was reported Monday afternoon in Santa Cruz. Police said they also arrested a drug dealer while at the scene of the crime.
SEE: Shark Bites Paddle Board; Closes Santa Cruz County Beaches
The shark bit a paddle boarder's board Friday, the Santa Cruz County Sheriff's Office said.
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