Posts From Jim Emerson
Robot Assists in Arrest of Driver who Crashes into Police Car
Photo: Francisco Lima WALNUT CREEK — For a man who is no stranger to handcuffs, his latest arrest was a more high-tech experience for him. This time a police robot
County EMS Chief Faces Embezzlement and Drug Charges
MARTINEZ — A Contra Costa County official arrested earlier this month is facing felony and misdemeanor charges. The county EMS chief is accused of embezzlement and possession of controlled substances.
Transient Arrested for Multiple Burglaries and Stealing Firearms
Photo: Zaragoza and items he stole OAKLEY — A transient was arrested last weekend on suspicion of committing multiple burglaries, and among other things stealing firearms. Residences and vehicles were
Arrest Warrant Served at Residence for Child Pornography
SAN RAFAEL — Authorities with a warrant in hand, took a man into custody for child pornography last week. This suspect was located and arrested inside his residence, as part
60-Year-Old Man Stays Active with Robbery and Burglary Arrests
Photo: Heinz Avenue and Ninth Street BERKELEY — Some bad guys never seem to know when to quit or retire. Despite his advancing age, one such probationer in his sixties
Suspected Serial Flasher Faces Charges for Indecent Exposure
Photo: John T. Ramos UNION CITY — Women walking in the vicinity of Veterans Park can breathe a sigh of relief. Police have arrested a man suspected of being a
4 Agencies Help Pinole Police Arrest Fleeing Burglary Suspects
PINOLE — Four other law enforcement agencies assisted Pinole Police in capturing three fleeing burglary suspects. However, a fourth suspect remains at large. Officers from Pinole PD were first to
A Dog Walker is Arrested for Biting and Robbing a Jogger
Photo: Pic of suspect OAKLAND — A dog walker accused of attacking, biting and robbing a jogger is facing felony charges. The victim was violently attacked after she felt threatened
Lancelot Ledwick Nearly Hits Officers with Stolen Pickup Truck
Photo: Lancelot Ledwick SAN LEANDRO — A man in and out of jail several times for DUI convictions and on probation is back behind bars again. However, his latest arrest
Escapee from San Quentin State Prison Arrested for Carjacking
Photo: Shalom Mendoza SAN RAFAEL — An inmate who escaped from San Quentin State Prison was captured and arrested for a carjacking. The escaped convict was caught December 29th, three