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Yahoo
02-05-2025
- Yahoo
Hillsborough police searching auto theft suspects who stole Acura, Infiniti SUVs
(KRON) — Two vehicles were stolen overnight Thursday, and the suspect(s) remains at large, the Hillsborough Police Department announced on social media. The two stolen vehicles were described as a 2021 black Infiniti QX80 and a 2017 gray Acura MDX. The theft happened in the area of the 2100 block of Carmelita Avenue, but HPD did not specify around what time it happened. Police are asking residents in the area to review any surveillance footage they have that may help with the investigation. Rare two-headed snake hatches at Berkeley pet store No suspect information has been released by HPD at this time. Anyone with information is asked to contact HPD's dispatch center at 650-375-7470. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
13-03-2025
- Yahoo
$100K reward offered for info about suspect who shot Hillsborough officer
The Brief Police describe the suspect as a "possibly Hispanic male" in his mid 20s to mid 30s. A Hillsborough police officer was shot in an ambush-style attack on Feb. 22. The department said he was last seen wearing a white short-sleeved shirt and dark-colored jeans. HILLSBOROUGH, Calif. - The Hillsborough Police Department is offering a $100,000 reward for information leading to the identification, arrest, and prosecution of the person who shot an officer last month. The department calls the unknown suspect "dangerous" following the "brazen" Feb. 22 attack. "We are committed to ensuring the safety of our community and holding accountable those who target our officers," said Chief of Police Nelson Corteway. The backstory Around 3:50 p.m. near a Hillsborough police facility on Floribunda Avenue, an officer was shot in an ambush-style attack. The officer fired their own gun, but it still remains unclear if the suspect was struck. Police officials at the time said the department was specifically targeted. Officers from multiple area departments, including SWAT team members and police with rifles, were seen canvassing the area into the evening. A police helicopter was also seen scouring the area from overhead. Dig deeper Police describe the suspect as a "possibly Hispanic male" in his mid 20s to mid 30s, standing around 5 feet 7 to 10 inches, and weighing around 165 pounds. The department said he was last seen wearing a white short-sleeved shirt and dark-colored jeans. His hair color is medium-dark and he has a lighter skin complexion. Previously, the department released a sketch of a possible suspect. According to police, witnesses said the man in the sketch was running southbound off El Camino near Carol, Cypress and Barroihet Avenues in Burlingame around 5:30 p.m. on Feb. 22 and appeared "anxious and was looking back frequently." What you can do Anyone in the area of Floribunda Avenue near the police facility from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. who may have seen "suspicious" activity is asked to speak with the department. Additionally, authorities are asking those with videos in that timeframe to share their recordings with the Hillsborough Police Department. "We urge anyone with information--no matter how small it may seem--to come forward and assist us in this critical investigation," Corteway said. Tips can be submitted at tips@ The Source Hillsborough police, previous KTVU reporting
Yahoo
13-03-2025
- Yahoo
$100,000 reward offered to catch Hillsborough gunman
(KRON) — An eye-catching reward of $100,000 is being offered for information that helps identify and catch a gunman who opened fire on a police officer at the Hillsborough police station. On Wednesday, the Hillsborough Police Department announced that it is offering the reward and the gunman remains at large. HPD is 'urgently seeking the public's assistance in identifying and apprehending a suspect who shot at one of our officers in a brazen attack last month,' the police department wrote. The shooting happened on Feb. 22 at 3:49 p.m. at 1600 Floribunda Avenue. Police Captain Meme Colla told KRON4 that the shooting was 'unsettling, that someone would attack us in our home.' The ambushed officer was injured and returned fire. Police said it's unknown if the gunman was wounded before he ran off. The incident at the police station only lasted a few seconds. Despite a massive manhunt that night, he evaded law enforcement authorities. Police Chief Nelson Corteway said, 'We urge anyone with information — no matter how small it may seem — to come forward and assist us.' Suspect sketch released in Hillsborough police shooting The suspect is believed to be a Hispanic man in his 20s or 30s, weighs about 160 pounds, and is between 5'7″ and 5'10' tall. Police said the injured officer is expected to recover. Anyone with information on this case is asked to send in tips by emailing tips@ You can also contact Sergeant Ortiz by emailing JOrtiz@ or calling 650-375-7561. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
CBS News
13-03-2025
- CBS News
Hillsborough police offer $100,000 reward in search for suspect who shot officer
Police in Hillsborough are offering $100,000 for information leading to the arrest and prosecution of the suspect who shot an officer in the department's parking lot last month. Police issued a press release regarding the reward and the ongoing investigation into the targeted attack on the officer Wednesday, asking for the public's help finding the suspect in the "brazen attack." The shooting happened on February 22 at around 3:49 p.m. in the afternoon. Police said the suspect entered the rear parking lot at Floribunda Ave. and "immediately opened fire," striking the officer. The officer returned fire, but the suspect fled from the scene, according to authorities. It was not known if the suspect was wounded. "To aid in bringing this dangerous individual to justice, the Hillsborough Police Department is offering a $100,000 reward for information leading to the suspect's identification, arrest, and successful prosecution," the release said. The officer was taken to the hospital for treatment of his injuries and was expected to make a full recovery. Police later confirmed that the shooting appeared to be targeted. Police had a limited description of the suspect based on what the targeted officer saw during the brief encounter, which lasted only seconds. The suspect is described as a possibly Hispanic male, believed to be in his mid-20s to mid-30s, standing between five feet seven inches and five feet ten inches tall, and weighing approximately 165 pounds. The suspect was last seen wearing a white short-sleeved shirt and dark-colored jeans. The suspect has medium-dark hair and a lighter complexion. At the time of the incident, he was armed with a firearm, which was partially concealed within a sweatshirt. Authorities released a sketch of a person of interest in the shooting on March 1. Police are interested in speaking with individuals who may have witnessed suspicious activity in the vicinity of the Floribunda Ave. facility between 3:30 p.m. and 4:30 p.m. on February 22. Residents and businesses with surveillance cameras that took footuage during that timeframe are strongly encouraged to review their recordings and share any relevant material with authorities. Tips should be submitted by emailing tips@ "The Hillsborough Police Department extends its heartfelt gratitude to the community for its unwavering support as we work tirelessly to resolve this case," the release said.
Yahoo
02-03-2025
- Yahoo
Sketch released of person of interest in Hillsborough officer shooting
HILLSBOROUGH, Calif. - The Hillsborough Police Department has released a composite sketch of a person of interest and suspect involved in the shooting of a police officer back in February. Authorities are asking the public to help identify the man. The man is described as Hispanic, being around 25 to 27 years old, standing around 5 feet 5 to 7 inches, and having a "pale complexion." He has short black hair with a clean cut. Officials said he was last seen wearing a black trucker hat, black "windbreaker-type" jacket (possibly over a white shirt), dark-colored sagging jeans with rhinestones on the back pockets, and flat-soled Nike shoes. They said the suspect is physically fit with an agile build. Witnesses told police the man in the sketch was running southbound off El Camino near Carol, Cypress and Barroihet Avenues in Burlingame around 5:30 p.m. on Feb. 22 and appeared "anxious and was looking back frequently." The backstory A police officer was shot in a police building's parking lot that Saturday afternoon in an ambush-style attack. Police officials at the time said the department was specifically targeted. An officer was injured in the attack, but is expected to make a full recovery. During the incident, police said the officer returned fire and that the suspect fled in an unknown direction. It remains unclear whether the suspect was struck by the officer's return gunfire. Officers from multiple area departments, including SWAT team members and police with rifles, were seen canvassing the area into the evening. A police helicopter was also seen scouring the area from overhead. The Source Hillsborough Police Department
