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Yahoo
2 days ago
- General
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Thief had ‘enough copper wire to rewire small building': deputies
(KRON) — Deputies said a 31-year-old man faces several charges after he was caught with a bunch of stolen copper wire and piping in his vehicle following a traffic stop, said the Santa Clara County Sheriff's Office. Serial shoplifter robbed same store 16 straight times: SFPD SCCSO said the driver of a Chevy Suburban was pulled over for its license plates not matching the car. The arresting deputy soon discovered the plates were stolen from a Jeep in Oakland, and the vehicle was reported stolen in San Jose. 'Inside the SUV was enough copper wire and piping to rewire a small building,' said the sheriff's office. 'The driver, 31-year-old Andrew Reyes, was already on Post-Release Community Supervision (PRCS) and gave a questionable explanation. To make matters worse, he tried to smuggle drugs into the Santa Clara County Main Jail!' The sheriff's office did not disclose the time and location of the incident. Reyes' list of charges includes auto theft, possession of stolen property, copper theft, drug paraphernalia possession, attempting to bring contraband into a jail, and violating PRCS terms, confirmed SCCSO. The sheriff's office said the recovered Chevy Suburban has been reunited with its owner. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
29-03-2025
- Politics
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Protest over Hwy 101 swastika flag ends in unexpected understanding
MORGAN HILL, Calif. - A protest against an antisemitic flag displayed on a South Bay highway overpass took an unexpected turn Friday, as demonstrators discovered that the group they believed responsible had nothing to do with it. The backstory The demonstration took place on the Burnett Avenue overpass above Highway 101 in Morgan Hill, where a group of President Trump supporters regularly gather to express their political views. On the other side of the bridge, protesters assembled around 4 p.m. in response to a flag bearing a swastika that appeared at the location the previous week. Reymundo Armendariz, who organized the protest, said the goal was to ensure that Morgan Hill's diverse community feels safe. What they're saying "We want to make sure that people don't have to worry about hate groups like Nazis or neo-Nazis,"said Armendariz. At first, both sides blamed each other for the antisemitic banner. However, during the demonstration, a California Highway Patrol (CHP) officer approached a counterprotester and relayed a message from the Trump-supporting group, requesting to talk. The Trump supporters expressed shock and disgust over the flag's presence. "It was utter shock, because that is not what we stand for," said Trump supporter, Whitney Jordan. "America has fought against such tyranny," said Trump supporter, Zachary Cochran. Speaking to the Trump supporters, Aremendariz then clarified his group's intent. "I didn't come here because you guys are MAGA Trump supporters. I could care less who you vote for. We came here because of the swastikas," said Armendariz. The breakthrough came when it was revealed that neither group had placed the flag on the overpass. Authorities later identified and interviewed a suspect who allegedly acted independently. The Santa Clara County Sheriff's Office has turned the case over to the District Attorney's Office for review, though no charges have been filed. While both groups still disagreed on many political issues, they both fundamentally rejected hateful symbols. "As a Christian, I'm telling you, it was disgusting," Trump supporter JW Paine said of the antisemitic flag. "If there are no Nazi flags, we won't be back," said Armendariz. Despite their differences, both sides said they fully supported the right to free speech and peaceful protest.
Yahoo
27-03-2025
- Business
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Bay Area man loses $4K to fake appliance repair service — here's how they impersonated a real company
In November, just before Thanksgiving, Ben Phillips called Box Appliance, a San Francisco Bay Area appliance repair company he'd used before, to fix a leak in his 22-year-old refrigerator. But this time around, after several visits and a $4,000 bill, the technician not only upsold him to replace the compressor, but they also didn't actually fix the leak. That's when Phillips noticed there was not one but two Box Appliances online. "I go, I've been taken here," he told ABC 7 News. "I can't believe I fell for it." I'm 49 years old and have nothing saved for retirement — what should I do? Don't panic. Here are 5 of the easiest ways you can catch up (and fast) Nervous about the stock market in 2025? Find out how you can access this $1B private real estate fund (with as little as $10) Americans with upside-down car loans owe more money than ever before — and drivers can't keep up. Here are 3 ways to cut your monthly costs ASAP Phillips was later told by a real Box Appliance technician that the refrigerator couldn't be repaired and, worse, that they wouldn't have even taken the job. "That would have saved me," Phillips, whose temporary solution became a shower pan and paper towels, had responded. Box Appliance is fully aware someone is impersonating them, stealing thousands of dollars from their customers and not fixing their appliances. "It's really hard explaining to these customers that they were swindled, basically," Stephanie Chapman, Box Appliance customer service manager, told 7 News. The scammers buy domains and domain extensions similar to their own, including "box-appliance" or " Chapman explained. Then, according to Box Appliance president Ryan Bergo, they use sponsored ads to rank higher on Google, getting exposure and appointments. While he and his team have tried to have the fake sites removed, Bergo described it as playing whack-a-mole. "We take one down and another one goes right back up," he told 7 News. Regardless, the company is warning customers to ensure they're on the correct website and calling the right phone number. Bergo also says real Box Appliance technicians have vans with Sub-Zero logos on them, whereas the impersonating technicians come in unmarked vehicles. Victims have filed reports, and the Santa Clara County Sheriff's Office is one agency investigating the issue — and trying to find those posting the fake sites. They want to hear from anyone in the county who's been impacted. "We're seeing this not only in the Bay Area but across the state," Brooks Jarosz, senior communications officer with the Santa Clara County Sheriff's Office, told the news channel. Read more: Are you rich enough to join the top 1%? Here's the net worth you need to rank among America's wealthiest — plus 2 ways to build that first-class portfolio Although Phillips wasn't so lucky, there are things you can do to protect yourself and avoid falling victim to similar scams. Verify service providers through trusted sources, like the Better Business Bureau. You can also use the Bureau of Household Goods and Services or other similar resources to verify the license of a repair company and confirm their legitimacy. Check for official certifications. If a company claims they hold a certification, look it up. Spend time researching the certifying body's website or calling the organization to verify what their certification means and that the business in question is being honest. Check company reviews. There will always be poor reviews and less-than-happy customers, but the red flag to watch for is if the company is consistently low-rated across the board. Be sure to look at reviews not only on their website but also on third-party sites, like Google or Yelp. Understand how to report fraud. If you do end up victimized by a scam, visit the Federal Trade Commission's site, to report it and see if you are eligible for available support. You can also check your state's consumer protection office for additional information and resources. Want an extra $1,300,000 when you retire? Dave Ramsey says this 7-step plan 'works every single time' to kill debt, get rich in America — and that 'anyone' can do it Rich, young Americans are ditching the stormy stock market — here are the alternative assets they're banking on instead Protect your retirement savings with these 5 essential money moves — most of which you can complete in just minutes This article provides information only and should not be construed as advice. It is provided without warranty of any kind.
Yahoo
25-03-2025
- Yahoo
Suspect known for stealing high-end cars arrested in South Bay: sheriff
(KRON) — A suspect wanted in several counties and known for stealing high-end cars has been arrested, the Santa Clara County Sheriff's Office announced Monday. The suspect was tracked down by a regional auto theft task force. The suspect was seen traveling around in a stolen Chevrolet Corvette (picture below), authorities said. He led detectives in a Santa Clara County mall parking lot where he was arrested after a foot chase. VTA strike update: Striking union workers reject offer from transit agency Officers found the suspect with an unregistered firearm, $20,000 in cash and key fobs for other potentially stolen vehicles, according to the sheriff's office. The suspect is facing charges of vehicle theft, possession of stolen property, carrying a concealed firearm and resisting arrest. He was initially booked into Santa Clara County Mail Jail but will be transferred to a facility in the state of Georgia, authorities said. The suspect is wanted in connection to 'several violent crimes' in that state. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
23-03-2025
- Yahoo
Speeding stolen car crashes and injures 6, including minors
The Brief Six people were injured in a late-night car crash in San Jose, including some with life-threatening injuries Police and sheriff's deputies said one of the cars involved had been stolen Among the injured were minors SAN JOSE, Calif. - Six people were injured during a car crash overnight on Saturday after a car that had been reported stolen crashed into another. Some involved in the crash, including minors, sustained life-threatening injuries. The backstory The Santa Clara County Sheriff's Office said that around 2:20 a.m., deputies spotted a stolen silver Infiniti on King and Marbury Road. Before they could initiate a traffic stop, the stolen car sped off. Officials said deputies did not pursue the car. Eventually, the stolen Infiniti, with at least four people inside, crashed into a Ford Fusion at the McKee Road and Jackson Avenue intersection. Dig deeper According to San Jose police, the occupants of the Ford were a man and a woman. The Ford Fusion occupants were taken to a hospital with moderate to major, but non-life-threatening injuries. Two of the occupants of the stolen Infiniti sustained life-threatening injuries. One of them remains in critical condition. The other two occupants received non-life-threatening injuries. Roads were closed for a couple of hours as sheriff's deputies and San Jose police officers worked the scene to gather evidence. What we don't know It's unclear how many of the occupants of the stolen Infiniti are minors. Neither the sheriff's office nor San Jose police specified their ages nor if they were the occupants who sustained life-threatening injuries. It's also unclear if one of the minors was the driver of the stolen Infiniti. The Source The Santa Clara County Sheriff's Office, the San Jose Police Department
