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Man Accused of Murdering and Attempting to Eat his Grandma

Photo: Dwayne Wallick RICHMOND — A grandson is facing murder and mutilation charges for allegedly killing and then attempting to eat his grandmother for lunch. This gruesome and widely reported

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Suspected Pedophile Arrested during an Undercover Investigation

Photo: Daniel S. Paul MARTINEZ — A man remains in custody for allegedly attempting to arrange a meeting for sex with an underage girl. The suspected pedophile was arrested in

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Man Arrested for Shopping Center Shooting, Two Other Suspects Sought

Photo: shooting scene WALNUT CREEK — One man has been arrested in connection with a shooting at a shopping center, and two other suspects remain at large. The shooting happened

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Man Charged with Roommate’s Murder Held for $2 Million Bond

Photo: Marc A. Siegel ANTIOCH— A man charged with committing a murder at his home is being held in custody in lieu of $2 million bond. The suspect allegedly shot

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Man and Woman Arrested for Attempted Jewelry Store Burglary

Photo: Bland “under cover” BRENTWOOD — A man and woman wearing matching “bracelets” were escorted from a jewelry store—courtesy of Brentwood PD. They were handcuffed and arrested on suspicion of

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Men Caught Driving Stolen Van with Numerous Stolen Weapons

Photo: stolen van PITTSBURG — Two men were nabbed for driving a van reported stolen that contained numerous stolen weapons. The firearms in the back of the van were found

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Two Men Arrested on Suspicion of Burglary at a Closed Fitness Club

Photo: scene of the arrest BRENTWOOD — Two men were arrested on the morning of April 22 on suspicion of committing a burglary at a closed fitness club. Police were

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Stolen SUV Crashes, Wheel Falls Off, Suspect Caught with Stolen Tools

Photo: Antonio Neely CONCORD — Absent his bad luck it seems this probationer would have no luck at all. He allegedly crashed a stolen SUV used to steal tools, a

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Suspect in Custody for Scissor Attacks on 2 Restaurant Employees

  PACHECO — A man accused of using scissors to attack employees at two restaurants remains in custody. The suspect was arrested last weekend by Contra Costa County Sheriff’s Office

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Reckless Driver Bedevils Police in 3 Cities Prior to His Arrest

Photo: Andy Monticello ANTIOCH — The third law enforcement agency was the charm. A reckless driver bedeviled police in three cities before crashing into custody last week. The incident on