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3 days ago
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Northern California crash into PG&E pole causes wildfire, power outage for more than 4,000 addresses
( — A car crash into a high-voltage Pacific Gas and Electric Company power pole caused a wildfire and power outage for thousands of people in Northern California on Friday night. • Video Above: What to do after the power goes out? The Lathrop Police Department responded to multiple calls about a vehicle that collided with a high-voltage PG&E power pole. Additionally, 911 callers reported that the crash caused a fast-moving vegetation fire. Northern California garlic festival returns to Gilroy for the first time since mass shooting When LPD arrived at the scene, officers found the driver, who was uninjured. They said intoxication was not a factor in the crash. The Manteca Fire Department also responded and was able to contain the fire before it spread or caused further damage. As a result of the collision, nearly 4,600 addresses in Lathrop and Manteca experienced widespread power outages, according to LPD. The outage also impacted Lathrop's traffic signals and street lighting. The crash comes amid planned power outages in Lathrop on Saturday. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
20-05-2025
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Three arrested in Lathrop home burglary
( — Three people were arrested after burglarizing a home and stealing new appliances over the weekend, according to the Lathrop Police Department. Video Above: Property Crime Statistics Police said that several brand-new appliances were stolen from a home that was under construction. Officers were able to find and arrest the suspects with the help of surveillance footage and social media. During a search of the suspect's home, officers recovered the stolen property and an illegally possessed handgun. Three minors arrested on weapon, auto theft charges Police arrested 39-year-old Jeffery Howard, 45-year-old Jennifer Anderson and 19-year-old Andrew Anderson. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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27-01-2025
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Lathrop Police Department cracks down on reckless driving, DUI incidents
( — The Lathrop Police Department has been actively addressing incidents that involve reckless driving and driving under the influence violations, according to authorities. Police officers responded to a solo vehicle crash on the River Islands Bridge on Jan. 17. Officials said that the vehicle was blocking traffic causing delays for other drivers due to officers having to redirect them to allow them to investigate. Gusty winds come to Northern California After investigating, officers found that the driver's blood alcohol content (BAC) was over three times the legal limit. The suspect was arrested and booked into San Joaquin County Jail. In another incident, Lathrop PD said that one of their officers saw GMC driving recklessly after leaving the Sonic chain parking lot, causing friction marks on the road. An 18-year-old male was cited for reckless driving. Officers responded to another solo vehicle crash in the River Islands Community after receiving multiple 9-1-1 calls on Jan. 25. Officials said that the vehicle was 40 feet off the roadway. Lathrop PD said that the driver, a 20-year-old male from Tracy, was driving at a high speed and was under the influence of alcohol. The suspect sustained injuries and was taken to a local hospital for treatment. In a Facebook post, Lathrop PD reminds everyone of the importance of having a designated driver who is sober to avoid endangering any lives. Lathrop PD encourages all residents to report reckless or dangerous driving. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
