Thousands Lose Power; Strike Arrests: Santa Cruz Co. Police Logs

SANTA CRUZ COUNTY, CA — Here's a collection of police, fire and courts news from around the county this week:

City Worker Accused Of Sex Assault Found Teen On Social Media

Police said they can work with parents to teach them about social media and parental controls, KSBW reported.

Man Reunited With Stolen Bike, 3 Years Later

The bike was recovered after a deputy tried to stop a man with warrants, the sheriff's office said.

See: Police Show Car Possibly Involved In Kidnapping Attempt

A woman was dragged into a gray sedan while on an early morning run, but escaped, police say.

Man Killed In Industrial Accident

He fell into equipment at a facility owned by Watsonville-based Monterey Mushrooms, The Salinas Californian reported.

17 Arrested During UC Santa Cruz Graduate Student Protests

The arrests were made Wednesday as students entered the third day of a strike, demanding higher pay to offset the cost of living.

Could Gun Violence Be Curbed By License Plate Readers?

Santa Cruz Police Chief Andy Mills thinks so, and is calling for changes to an ordinance that could limit police surveillance abilities.

Man Hospitalized After Eating Heroin, Meth, Police Say

He was showing signs of distress during a traffic stop, police say

$1,800 Theft Caught In Progress, Sheriff's Office Says

The man was seen stealing items from a car trunk in Freedom, according to the Santa Cruz County Sheriff's Office.

Lights Still Out For 1,800 In Santa Cruz Co.; PG&E Makes Repairs

A weekend windstorm shut off power to more than 10,000 in Santa Cruz County, but many customers are still in the dark, PG&E said.

Rape Exams To Be Conducted In Santa Cruz County Again

Some adult victims have traveled as far as San Jose for an exam due to staffing shortages, the Santa Cruz Sentinel reported.

U.S. Rep. Panetta Supports Cannabis Decriminalization Measure

The bill would decriminalize cannabis at the federal level and allow for a review of cannabis convictions.

Gun Violence Against Latinos: Santa Cruz Police Host Discussion

Officers will discuss recent shooting investigations and technology used to combat gun violence Tuesday evening.

UCSC Graduate Students Begin Strike; Protest Impacts Traffic

Graduate students pushing for a cost of living wage increase caused traffic delays near the university.

Pursuit Ends In DUI Arrest, Recovery Of Stolen Gun, Police Say

The driver had a Salinas robbery warrant and Morgan Hill DUI warrant, Santa Cruz police say. A passenger in the car was injured.

Hide-And-Seek Turns Scary When Boy Falls Asleep Hiding

K-9 Dries of the Santa Cruz County Sheriff's Office saved the day, finding the sleeping child.

Thousands Wake Without Power In Santa Cruz County

More than 10,000 in Santa Cruz County lost power amid high winds Sunday. Officials warned people should stay away from fallen power lines.

Closures Reported At 7 Roads In Santa Cruz County After Winds

Six roads are closed, with one road down to a single lane, the county reported.