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CBS News
17 hours ago
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- CBS News
Vallejo police make arrest in deadly triple shooting at homeless encampment
A man suspected in a triple shooting that killed two people at a homeless encampment in Vallejo over Memorial Day weekend was arrested in San Francisco, police said. With the help of U.S. Marshals, police arrested 45-year-old Eddie Charles Sample during an operation Wednesday at a location on Cravath Street on Treasure Island. Sample was taken into custody without incident. Police said Sample is connected to a shooting that took place at an encampment near Sacramento Street and Daniels Avenue on May 26. According to officers, three adult males were found with gunshot wounds around 5:30 p.m. Officers rendered medical aid to the victims until medical personnel arrived. Two of the victims were pronounced dead at the scene, while the third victim was taken to a hospital with a life-threatening injury. Police did not release the identities of the victims. Following the shooting, investigators identified Sample as the suspect. On May 30, detectives obtained an arrest warrant and requested assistance from the U.S. Marshals Service in locating him, citing public safety concerns. "The Vallejo Police Department will continue to direct every available resource toward holding violent offenders accountable and protecting our community. I want to thank the U.S. Marshals Service and our officers for their coordinated efforts and swift action in safely apprehending the suspect responsible for this senseless act of violence," Chief Jason Ta said in a statement Thursday morning. Sample was booked into the Solano County Jail on suspicion of murder. Jail records show he is being held without bail, with a court appearance scheduled for Friday afternoon. Anyone with additional information about the case is asked to contact Detective William Carpenter or Detective Wesley Pittman over email or by calling 707-651-7146 for Carpenter or 707-334-1274 for Pittman. Tips can be given anonymously by calling 1-800-488-9383.
Yahoo
2 days ago
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- Yahoo
‘Simple' traffic stop in Vallejo over high beam lights leads to fugitive's arrest
(KRON) — A BMW driving with its high beam lights on caught the attention of Vallejo Police Department patrol officers over the weekend, leading to an arrest for multiple firearm violations, according to authorities. The officers observed the silver BMW X5 on Saturday driving with its high beams activated, which police said is 'used as a common tactic for some drivers to conceal a malfunctioning headlight.' The car then allegedly made an illegal U-turn over double solid yellow lines before officers initiated a traffic stop for both violations. The woman who was found behind the wheel had a suspended driver's license for driving under the influence, VPD said. Her passenger, a San Pablo man, had a felony warrant out of Fairfield for possessing an illegal firearm. During a search of the man, officers said they found a fully loaded, unregistered firearm with a high-capacity magazine tucked into his waistband. The man was arrested and booked into the Solano County Jail for the felony warrant and multiple firearm violations. The driver was cited for driving on a suspended license and released at the scene. Her BMW was towed. 'This case is a testament to the fact that even a simple traffic stop can lead to the removal of illegal firearms from our streets,' Vallejo police said. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
26-05-2025
- Yahoo
Stolen air conditioner, meth found in serial shoplifter's truck
(KRON) – A stolen portable air conditioner and suspected meth was found in a serial shoplifter's truck on Thursday, according to the Vallejo Police Department. Several retail businesses notified Vallejo police about a 'distinctive' white Toyota Tacoma that was connected with a habitual thief. One of the store's managers provided surveillance footage of the driver shoplifting from their store and fleeing in the Toyota. VPD said officers located the Toyota and the suspect parked in a parking lot on Fairgrounds Drive, and the suspect was detained. Serial thief found with multiple stolen baby monitors Per police investigation, the suspect had 15 active warrants issued by multiple agencies across the state. The suspects' warrants varied from multiple charges, including grand theft, burglary, vandalism, organized retail theft, and petty theft. In total, his bail for his warrant was $390,000, according to police. Suspected methamphetamine and glass pipes were found by police in the suspect's trunk, Vallejo PD. Police also recovered a stolen portable air conditioner that was confirmed to have been stolen from a hardware store in Fairfield. The suspect was arrested and booked into the Solano County Jail on suspicion of grand theft, possession of stolen property, narcotics violations and his outstanding warrants. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
26-05-2025
- Yahoo
Thief's California crime spree ends in Vallejo, police say
( — A man accused of several thefts throughout California, including Placer County, was arrested in Vallejo on May 22. • Video Above: Most commonly reported crimes in the U.S. The Vallejo Police Department was alerted by multiple local retail businesses about a distinctive white Toyota Tacoma. The vehicle was tied to a wanted suspect in connection with a series of thefts throughout the Bay Area, according to VPD. One of the business managers reportedly provided officers with surveillance footage showing the driver stealing from their store and leaving in the Toyota. 'Mario Kart-style' driver arrested for driving recklessly at 90 mph, Modesto police say Officers said they located the suspect and his Toyota parked in a business parking lot on the 300 block of Fairgrounds Drive and arrested him. A records check revealed that the suspect had 15 active warrants issued by multiple agencies across California. The warrants were for various charges, including grand theft, burglary, vandalism, organized retail theft, and petty theft. Law enforcement agencies in San Mateo County, Alameda County, Santa Clara County, Sonoma County, Placer County, Colma, Berkeley, Union City, Milpitas, Petaluma, and San Jose issued warrants for his arrest. Police said the total bail associated with all of these warrants was $390,000. When officers searched the suspect, they said they discovered suspected methamphetamine and glass pipes commonly used to smoke methamphetamine. They also recovered a stolen portable air conditioner, valued at $749, from the bed of his truck. The item was confirmed stolen from a hardware store in Fairfield, according to VPD. He was booked into the Solano County Jail for alleged grand theft, possession of stolen property, narcotics violations, and his outstanding warrants. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
09-05-2025
- Yahoo
220 grams of marijuana, illegal firearm seized in Vallejo police traffic stop
(KRON) — The Vallejo Police Department said its officers discovered 220 grams of marijuana and an unlicensed firearm after pulling over a driver for an illegally tinted front window and a temporary license plate. Police chase halts morning traffic at Bay Bridge Toll Plaza The incident happened on Monday in the area of Marin and Indiana streets. VPD said when they approached the driver in a white Infiniti, they spotted 'a firearm with an extended magazine in plain view on the rear floorboard of the vehicle.' While officers were about to tow the car, another search of the vehicle uncovered more than 220 grams of marijuana, a digital scale, and several small plastic baggies. Vallejo police said the driver was arrested for multiple felony charges, including being a felon in possession of a firearm and possession of marijuana for sale. The Vallejo Police Department said the Infiniti was towed from the scene, and the driver was booked into the Solano County Jail. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
