#alamedapolice — Public Fediverse posts

A 52-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of arson following a fast-moving fire at the Surfside Apartments at 434 Central Avenue. Several residents reported that the man had threatened to burn the complex down before the fire erupted. https://alamedapost.com/news/police-arrest-arson-suspect-in-central-avenue-apartment-fire/

#alameda #AlamedaFireDepartment #AlamedaPolice

“Get ready to have your hearts stolen!” That’s the warning APD issued in its headline to announce its newest recruits—K9 Davey and K9 Sadie. And they were not wrong. The two pups will focus on bonding with their handlers over the next month before diving into training. https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/apd-welcomes-adorable-new-k9-officers/

#alameda #AlamedaPolice #apd #K9Officer #RobertJDaveyJr

Earlier this month, Alameda Police Department officers were able to recover two stolen electric bicycles because the victims had documented their bikes’ serial numbers. An investigation resulted in even more confiscated bicycles that may be connected to other reported thefts. https://alamedapost.com/news/apd-recovers-returns-stolen-bikes-thanks-to-good-recordkeeping-community-awareness/

#alameda #AlamedaPolice #apd #theft

Over the weekend, Alameda Police Department Animal Control Officer Crum responded to Ferry Point for the report of a kitten in distress. Once on scene, ACO Crum discovered that a tiny—and terrified—tuxedo kitten had fallen approximately 10 feet down a metal pipe in an abandoned field. https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/animal-control-officer-rescues-terrified-tuxedo-kitten-from-bottom-of-rusty-10-foot-pipe/

#alameda #AlamedaPolice #apd #faas #FriendsOfTheAlamedaAnimalShelter

Thanks to discreetly placed location devices and Automated License Plate Readers, APD was able to quickly recover a stolen vehicle on Monday, August 17. Officers discovered thousands of dollars’ worth of stolen professional-grade tools, along with burglary tools, theft devices, and narcotics inside. https://alamedapost.com/news/apd-finds-stolen-property-in-stolen-vehicle/

#alameda #AlamedaPolice #apd #AutomatedLicensePlateReader #VehicleTheft

Now that kids are back in school, Alameda Police are on patrol making sure traffic laws are obeyed. During a stop, an individual suspected of narcotics sales was arrested, and money, drug paraphernalia, suspected drugs, and a replica gun were recovered. https://alamedapost.com/news/apd-back-to-school-safety-traffic-stop-leads-to-drug-arrest/

#alameda #AlamedaPolice #apd #arrest #BackToSchool

A Good Samaritan was shot in the leg at Alameda's South Shore Center while trying to prevent an armed robbery outside TJ Maxx. The victim was transported to the hospital and the suspect has been arrested. https://alamedapost.com/news/weekend-shooting-at-south-shore-tj-maxx/

#alameda #AlamedaPolice #apd #shooting #SouthShoreCenter #TjMaxx

A credit bureau notification sent to one individual earlier this spring led to the discovery of an elaborate identity theft scheme that likely was linked to a previously reported mail theft in Alameda. APD Officers found mail, bank cards, personal documents, narcotics, paraphernalia, and firearms. https://alamedapost.com/news/identity-theft-scheme-one-report-uncovers-more-than-900-victims/

#alameda #AlamedaPolice #apd #IdentityTheft

A routine traffic stop for expired tags became a drug bust when APD officers searched the car and found “suspected narcotics, drug paraphernalia, and materials consistent with drug sales.” A subsequent search of a nearby residence revealed evidence consistent with possible drug manufacturing. https://alamedapost.com/news/routine-traffic-stop-leads-to-seizure-of-drugs-paraphernalia/

#alameda #AlamedaPolice #apd

APD announced that they made two arrests connected with a shooting near Crown Beach after a “beach takeover” on the evening of June 11. A 19-year-old man in Antioch was booked on charges of attempted murder, and an 18-year-old woman was also arrested for accessory. https://alamedapost.com/news/two-suspects-arrested-in-connection-with-june-11-beach-takeover-shooting/

#alameda #AlamedaPolice #apd

Alameda Police Department is inviting all of us to the first-ever All-Island Community Beat Meeting on Tuesday, July 28. This is a great opportunity to meet the officers who serve your neighborhood, ask questions, and learn about public safety initiatives. Plus, FAAS will be there with adoptable pets! https://alamedapost.com/news/apd-announces-first-all-island-community-beat-meeting/

#alameda #AlamedaPolice #apd #faas #FriendsOfTheAlamedaAnimalShelter

The Laufer family set up a lemonade stand outside their Alameda home to raise funds for Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation in honor of 5-year-old Charlie Laufer, who was diagnosed with thyroid cancer in 2024. Vivian Delchamps Wolf talks with the Laufers about the successful fundraiser. https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/alameda-family-hosts-lemonade-stand-for-childhood-cancer-foundation/

#alameda #AlamedaPolice #apd #ChildhoodCancer #fundraiser #MarilynEzzyAshcraft

ALPR Technology Used in Recovery of Stolen Cash https://www.byteseu.com/2156834/ #Alameda #AlamedaPolice #ALPR #apd #SanFranciscoPolice #Technology #theft

Alameda and San Francisco Police teamed up to recover nearly $15,000 in cash stolen from an ATM replenishment technician's car. ALPR data confirmed the victim was followed before the theft. https://alamedapost.com/news/alpr-technology-used-in-recovery-of-stolen-cash/

#alameda #AlamedaPolice #alpr #apd #SanFranciscoPolice #theft

Adam Gillitt reports that a collaborative effort among Alameda Police, Alameda County Sheriff's Office, and East Bay Regional Parks District Police prevented a planned unlawful gathering at Alameda’s Crown Memorial Beach on June 27. Photo by Maurice Ramirez. https://alamedapost.com/news/yiked-up-alameda-beach-takeover-thwarted/

#alameda #AlamedaPolice #apd #BeachTakeover #CrownBeach #EbrpdPoliceDepartment #MarilynEzzyAshcraft #NishantJoshi #TonyDaysog

A large, raucous “beach takeover” in Alameda turned violent on Thursday night, June 11, resulting in two people being shot with an assault rifle. APD is sharing few details while they continue investigating. No arrests have been announced. https://alamedapost.com/news/alameda-beach-takeover-leads-to-double-shooting/

#alameda #AlamedaPolice #BeachTakeover #EbrpdPoliceDepartment #shooting #SouthShoreCenter #TracyJensen

As part of "Operation Chill," APD officers will be handing out free Slurpee® coupons all summer long to kids who are caught “doing the right thing.” APD aims to encourage good decision-making, foster positive interactions between youth and law enforcement, and recognize everyday acts of kindness. https://alamedapost.com/news/operation-chill-apd-giving-away-free-slurpees-to-kids-teens/

#alameda #AlamedaPolice #apd

In case you didn’t already know, it’s breeding and nesting season for Alameda’s wild turkeys—and they need you (and your dogs) to stay away from them. Seriously, they mean it. One recent incident sent an 83-year-old woman to the hospital. https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/apd-cautions-residents-after-aggressive-wild-turkey-attacks-elderly-alamedan/

#alameda #AlamedaPolice #apd #turkeys

E-bikes have become a popular way to get around Alameda, and safety starts with making informed e-bike purchases and following the rules of the road. APD shares what you need to know before you ride. https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/apd-posts-e-bike-rules-recommends-free-safety-courses/

#alameda #AlamedaPolice #apd #biking #CityOfAlameda #EBike

APD responded to a road rage incident in which one driver made verbal threats, while the other brandished a knife and used it to deflate the other motorist’s tire before fleeing. The driver who fled was arrested for brandishing a weapon and felony vandalism, and the other received a citation. https://alamedapost.com/news/road-ragers-incident-involving-threats-weapons-slashed-tires/

#alameda #AlamedaPolice #apd

AFD responded to a call at Alameda Hotel Apartments at 1415 Broadway on Friday. Firefighters immediately accessed the apartment where the fire started and were able to extinguish the fire there, saving the remainder of the building. They also successfully rescued residents from the roof and fire escape. https://alamedapost.com/news/alameda-firefighters-extinguish-blaze-historic-apartment-building-rescue-tenants/

#afd #alameda #AlamedaBuildingDepartmen #AlamedaFireDepartment #AlamedaPolice #apd #OaklandFireDepartment #PacificGasAndElectric

"Alameda residents seemed comfortable with the police department's use of tools like surveillance drones and an armored car, but had questions about privacy and the burden of equipment and training on the City's budget at a sparsely-attended public meeting..." writes Matt Carter. https://alamedapost.com/news/alameda-police-department-plans-double-drone-fleet/

#ab_481 #alameda #AlamedaPolice #apd #CityOfAlameda

In the wake of current events, many residents of Alameda have been concerned by the possibility of an ICE surge here in the Bay Area. Jean Chen shares statements from APD, AUSD, and Mayor Ashcraft about how their organizations would respond to federal agents on the island. https://alamedapost.com/news/alamedas-ice-response/

#alameda #AlamedaPolice #apd #ausd #CityOfAlameda #MarilynEzzyAshcraft #PasqualeScuderi

APD detectives have arrested a former employee of local nonprofit Girls Inc. of the Island City in connection with an embezzlement scheme involving a loss of more than $460,000. https://alamedapost.com/news/girls-inc-embezzlement-suspect-arrested-investigation-ongoing/

#alameda #AlamedaPolice #apd #GirlsInc

For days in advance, APD issued stern warnings about the upcoming unpermitted “beach takeovers” in Alameda. Participants gathered for a "generally peaceful" meetup on Saturday, March 14, although APD received reports of disturbances and fights at South Shore Center following the main event. https://alamedapost.com/news/sunday-beach-takeover-mostly-peaceful-pepper-spray-fight-south-shore/

#alameda #AlamedaFireDepartment #AlamedaPolice #apd #CrownBeach #EastBayRegionalParkDistrict

On March 11, Alameda Police Department reported receiving more than 75 calls from community members stating that they had gotten phone calls that appeared to come from APD. The caller ID displayed APD’s non-emergency number, making the calls appear legitimate. https://alamedapost.com/news/apd-advisory-scammers-apds-phone-number-caller-id-look-legit/

#alameda #AlamedaPolice #apd #scams

Alameda police officers arrested a burglary suspect with a stash of drug paraphernalia, burglary tools, and stolen mail packages addressed to more than 80 individuals in Alameda and Oakland. https://alamedapost.com/news/apd-burglary-suspect-investigation-leads-to-mail-theft-arrest/

#alameda #AlamedaPolice #apd #theft

Just 54 days into this year, Alameda Police Department officers have already made 47 impaired driving arrests. During this past weekend alone, two of those DUI arrests involved firearms. https://alamedapost.com/news/apd-reports-47-dui-arrests-so-far-in-2026-some-involving-firearms/

#alameda #AlamedaPolice #apd #dui

During the early morning hours of Monday, February 23, the Alameda Police Department responded to a series of commercial burglaries in Alameda that impacted nine businesses. With help from Automated License Plate Readers, East Bay Regional PD, and Oakland PD, three individuals were detained. https://alamedapost.com/news/burglars-rob-nine-alameda-businesses-early-morning-smash-grabs/

#alameda #AlamedaPolice #apd #AutomatedLicensePlateReader #theft

Public safety and homelessness services took center stage at the February 17 City Council meeting, as Councilmembers reviewed detailed data from the Alameda Police Department and considered multi-year contracts to support the City’s homeless response system. Karin K. Jensen relays the discussions. https://alamedapost.com/news/council-reviews-public-safety-trends-new-homeless-shelter-contracts/

#alameda #AlamedaFamilyServices #AlamedaPolice #apd #CityCouncil #DayCenter #DignityVillage #EmergencySupportiveHousing #homelessness

A group of industrious APD officers came into work on their day off so that they could focus solely on traffic enforcement, something not typically possible with other responsibilities. During this operation, officers stopped 52 individuals engaging in unsafe roadway behaviors. https://alamedapost.com/news/alameda-police-officers-work-on-day-off-stop-52-traffic-offenders/

#alameda #AlamedaPolice #apd #TrafficViolation

City Council approved a 24-month Exclusive Negotiating Agreement with Pacific Fusion for a facility in Alameda. "Chief Technology Officer Keith LeChien, a nuclear physicist, called fusion inherently safe and said the company will work... to ensure regulatory compliance," reports Karin K. Jensen. https://alamedapost.com/news/city-council-approves-exclusive-negotiating-agreement-pacific-fusion/

#alameda #AlamedaPoint #AlamedaPolice #apd #CityCouncil #CityOfAlameda #PacificFusion

On Monday October 7, Judge Scott Patton dismissed charges against two of three Alameda police officers charged with the involuntary manslaughter of Mario Gonzalez due to prosecutorial paperwork and a timing technicality.

https://alamedapost.com/news/charges-against-two-officers-mario-gonzalez-death-dismissed/

#alameda #AlamedaDistrictAttorney #AlamedaPolice #apd #MarioGonzalez

APD Chief Joshi reports father arrested after killing in-laws, wife, and 6-year-old son; 1-year-old in critical condition.

https://alamedapost.com/news/alameda-shooting-leaves-four-dead-infant-fighting-for-life/

#alameda #AlamedaPolice #apd #crime #NishantJoshi

A new scam is afoot in Alameda. Permit applicants have been receiving scam calls from individuals pretending to be City employees. “The City of Alameda DOES NOT call permit applicants to request payments over the phone,” warned both the City and the Alameda Police Department.

https://alamedapost.com/news/scam-alert-calls-impersonating-city-employees-ask-for-permit-fee/

#alameda #AlamedaPolice #apd #scams

Offering a $75,000 hiring bonus for new officers has started to turn around Alameda Police's staffing shortage. Anabel Sosa of CalMatters explains how it's making it more difficult for other departments to hire.

https://alamedapost.com/news/alamedas-hiring-bonus-for-new-cops-has-other-departments-trying-to-keep-up/

#alameda #AlamedaPolice #apd #ApdChiefNishantJoshi #HiringBonus #staffing