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Lafayette Police arrest 10 in May, 20 in June

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Source: Lafayette PD

4 for hit-and-run, 1 for DUI out of 2,737 calls for service; see lists of details

By Allen D. Payton

According to the May and June Statistics for 2026, the Lafayette Police Department took 2,737 calls for service, wrote 133 reports, issued 226 traffic citations and made 10 arrests in May and 20 arrests in June, including four for hit-and-run with only property damage and one for DUI.

Map of crimes between May 1 through June 30, 2026. Does not include the following categories: All Other – Non-Criminal and Traffic Incident. Source: Lafayette PD communitycrimemap.com

Crimes in Lafayette May 1-31, 2026. Source: Lafayette PD communitycrimemap.com

 

Crimes in Lafayette June 1-30, 2026. Source: Lafayette PD communitycrimemap.com

The Lafayette Police Department encourages residents to stay informed about their community. Visit the Lafayette Community Crime Map for additional incidents and to create custom reports: https://communitycrimemap.com.

Brentwood suspect arrested in June fatal assault of 77-year-old Pittsburg man in Antioch

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Suspect Camari Coleman in photos from his Facebook page posted April 29, 2025, and Dec. 21, 2025. Source: Facebook

23-year-old held on $1.1 million bail

By Antioch Police Department

The Antioch Police Department has arrested a suspect in connection with the death of 77-year-old Paul Lawson following an assault that occurred in June.

On Tuesday, July 21, 2026, members of the Antioch Police Department Investigations Bureau arrested 23-year-old Camari Coleman in the City of Brentwood. Coleman, of Brentwood, (born 9/25/2002) was booked into the Martinez Detention Facility after the Contra Costa County District Attorney’s Office filed charges of Penal Code section 187(a) – Murder and Penal Code section 368(b)(1) – Elder Abuse Resulting in Death.

The charges stem from an incident on June 9, 2026, when Antioch Police officers responded to a reported battery at an outdoor phone vendor stand outside the Contra Costa County Employment and Human Services building at 4545 Delta Fair Boulevard. Investigators determined that Mr. Lawson became involved in a verbal and physical fight with employees at the vendor stand. During the incident, Lawson fell and reported that he was unable to move. Witness statements regarding the circumstances of the fall vary, with some indicating he stumbled over a chair and others reporting he may have been pushed during the fight. He was transported by ambulance to a local hospital for treatment. (See related article)

On the morning of June 13, 2026, Mr. Lawson died while receiving care at the hospital.

The Antioch Police Department Investigations Bureau conducted the investigation that led to Coleman’s identification as the suspect. The case was submitted to the Contra Costa County District Attorney’s Office on July 16, 2026, and an arrest warrant was subsequently issued.

According to the Contra Costa County Sheriff’s Office, the six-foot, two-inch tall, 183-pound Coleman is Black and being held on $1.1 million bail. His next court appearance is scheduled for tomorrow, July 22nd in Martinez Superior Court Dept. 5 at 1:30 p.m.

The investigation remains active. Anyone with information related to this incident is encouraged to contact Detective Duff at rduff@antiochca.gov.

Allen D. Payton contributed to this report.

Contra Costa Sheriff’s Marine Patrol arrests suspect fleeing on the Delta in stolen boat

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The suspect, Edward Stiverson, flees on the Delta in a stolen boat on July 3, 2026. Source: CCC Sheriff’s Office STARR 3 helicopter video screenshot.

Has history of arrests dating back to 20214 including three this year

By Jimmy Lee, Director of Public Affairs, Contra Costa County Office of the Sheriff

On Friday, July 3, 2026, the Contra Costa Sheriff’s Office received a report about a stolen boat on Bradford Island. Sheriff’s Office helicopter STARR 3 located the vessel and directed Marine Patrol and patrol deputy sheriffs to the suspect who was walking away after stopping the boat. The suspect immediately ran back to the vessel after deputies tried to stop him. The suspect fled in the stolen boat to Bethel Island and hid under a dock house. Marine Patrol Unit deputies arrived shortly after to search for the suspect, who was eventually located and taken into custody.

He is identified as 56-year-old Edward W. Stiverson of Bethel Island (born 1/21/70). He was booked into the Martinez Detention Facility on the following charges: vehicle theft, receiving stolen property, obstructing a peace officer, and probation violation. He is being held without bail.

Stiverson and the Marine Patrol Unit arrive at their destination. Source: CCC Sheriff’s Office STARR 3 helicopter video screenshot.

According to localcrimenews.com, Stiverson is White and has a history of arrests by Contra Costa Sheriff’s Deputies and Antioch Police dating back to 2014. He was arrested for crimes including murder, assault with a deadly weapon or with force likely to produce great bodily harm, inflicting corporal injury on a spouse or cohabitant, false imprisonment by violence, battery on a spouse, cohabitant, or former spouse, receiving stolen property – motor vehicle, taking a vehicle without the owner’s consent, and for various drug charges.

According to the Sheriff’s Office, the six-foot tall, 166-pound Stiverson is Hispanic is being held in the West Re-Entry Treatment and Housing facility and his next court appearance is scheduled for Sept. 30 at 8:30 a.m. in Delta Court, Pittsburg Dept. 4.

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Richmond Police crackdown on illegal fireworks during July 4th Enforcement Operation

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Video screenshot of illegal fireworks in Richmond on July 4th, 2026, an officer extinguishes fireworks and illegal fireworks confiscated. Source: Richmond PD

“Upward of 500 people were blocking roadways and setting off illegal fireworks.”

By Richmond Police Department

Throughout America’s 250th Independence Day on July 4, 2026, the Richmond Police Department had a strong presence across the city, with additional officers dedicated solely to enforcing illegal fireworks violations. Throughout the evening, officers responded to several areas where gatherings of upward of 500 people were blocking roadways and setting off illegal fireworks. These incidents required officers to remain on scene for extended periods to help maintain public safety, keep roadways secure and ensure the gatherings dispersed safely.

Despite these challenges, Richmond Police Officers remained focused on their mission. Officers utilized our Drone First Responder (DFR) program to locate illegal fireworks activity, confiscated numerous illegal fireworks, issued six citations for fireworks violations, and recovered a loaded firearm during enforcement operations.

More illegal fireworks and firearm confiscated on July 4th, 2026. Photos: Richmond PD

By collecting video evidence first, Officers were able to focus on specific individuals, also leading to vehicle impounds. Richmond PD is grateful to have access to this outstanding tool which better enables us to safeguard the public and keep your Officers safe. (See video)

The Richmond Police Department will continue to take a proactive approach to illegal fireworks enforcement and criminal activity that threatens the safety of our neighborhoods. Our officers remain committed to protecting the community and using every available resource to keep Richmond safe. We appreciate the many residents who chose to celebrate responsibly and respectfully.

Richmond attempted homicide suspect arrested two days after shooting

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18-year-old Anderson Marroquin of Vallejo

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An attempted homicide suspect has been arrested two days after an incident that occurred on the evening of July 12, 2026, in the 100 block of Harbour Way South.

At approximately 9:41 p.m., Richmond Police officers responded to a report of a traffic collision and a victim suffering from a gunshot wound in the 100 block of Harbour Way South. Officers arrived on scene and found one of the drivers of the traffic collision suffering from gunshot wounds. The victim was transported to the hospital and is in stable condition.

During the preliminary investigation, officers determined two vehicles were involved in the minor traffic collision. For unknown reasons, an occupant of one of the vehicles involved in the collision shot at the other involved vehicle, striking the driver of the vehicle. The shooter then fled on foot from the scene of the collision. Officers quickly identified 18-year-old Anderson Marroquin as the suspect in this shooting. Officers also determined that Marroquin had an active PC 187-Murder warrant for his arrest out of the city of Vallejo. The Richmond Police Department Homicide Unit responded and assumed responsibility for the investigation.

On July 14, 2026 (two days after the shooting), Detectives learned Marroquin was in the city of Palo Alto. With the assistance of the Palo Alto Police Department, Marroquin was arrested for PC 664/187 -Attempted Homicide and the Vallejo Police Department’s murder case. The Vallejo Police Department took Marroquin into custody and subsequently booked him into the Solano County Jail on an outstanding warrant. The Attempted Homicide case that occurred in the City of Richmond is being forwarded to the Contra Costa County District Attorney’s Office for them to review and file charges.

According to localcrimenews.com, the five-feet, five-inch tall, 220-pound Marroquin is Hispanic.

This arrest highlights the outstanding work and collaboration between the Richmond Police Department, Palo Alto Police Department, and Vallejo Police Department in quickly bringing a violent offender into custody.

Anyone with information related to this incident is encouraged to contact the Richmond Police Department Investigations Bureau at (510) 621-1288.

Allen D. Payton contributed to this report.

Two firearms recovered during Danville DUI traffic stop

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By Danville Police Department

In June, a Danville police officer conducted a traffic enforcement stop on a vehicle on Diablo Road. While investigating the driver for a possible DUI, the officer saw a firearm under the driver’s seat. A search of the vehicle found the driver in possession of a Ruger pistol, an unserialized AR-15 style rifle, and a loaded magazine. In addition to the DUI, the suspect was arrested for multiple gun-related charges, including possession of an unserialized firearm and a felon in possession of a firearm. He was booked into the Martinez Detention Facility.

The investigation into this case is ongoing.

Police investigate shooting of two in Richmond

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By Richmond Police Department

As of Wednesday night, July 15, 2026, at 9:00 p.m., Richmond Police Officers are investigating a shooting in the 400 block of Wilson Avenue.

At this time, there are two victims. One victim has been airlifted to a local trauma center for medical treatment.

If you witnessed the incident or have any information that may assist investigators, please contact the Richmond Police Department at (510) 233-1214.

Updates will be provided as information becomes available.

Bay Point homicide suspect in custody following arrest in Las Vegas

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Avery Alexander Gibbs was arrested by Las Vegas Police on July 9, 2026. Photo: CCC Sheriff’s Office

Transient Avery Alexander Gibbs shot “several individuals”

By Jimmy Lee, Director of Public Affairs, Contra Costa County Office of the Sheriff

On Thursday, July 9, 2026, while investigating the Bay Point homicide, Sheriff’s Office detectives determined suspect was in Las Vegas. Detectives notified their counterparts in LV who arrested 35-year-old Avery Alexander Gibbs after searching for him.

As previously reported, on Friday, July 3, 2026, at about 1:30, Muir Station deputy sheriffs were dispatched to an unknown problem on Olivia Lane in Bay Point. The call was later reported to be “shots fired.”

While enroute to the location, deputies were flagged down by several individuals who were injured at the location.

Deputies arrived at the scene and located an unresponsive person who was later transported to a local hospital. The victim was later pronounced deceased at the hospital. He is not being identified pending next of kin notification. One other person was transported to the hospital.

Gibbs was booked for homicide and awaits extradition to Contra Costa County. The DA’s Office has charged him with murder & attempted murder. The Contra Costa Sheriff’s Office thanks the Las Vegas Metropolitan PD for their assistance & partnership in apprehending Gibbs.

According to localcrimenews.com, Gibbs is Black, from San Pablo and has a history of arrests dating back to at least 2016. He was arrested by multiple agencies for crimes including human trafficking of a victim under 18, derive income from earnings or proceeds of a minor prostitute, pandering: other of a person 16+ and threats of violence.

Allen D. Payton contributed to this report.

Pleasant Hill Police make 57 arrests in June, three for DUI

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Source: PHPD

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By Pleasant Hill Police Department

The Pleasant Hill Police Department is back to provide you with a look at some of the police activity that took place in our city in June 2026.

A total of 2,032 calls for service were received. That makes 14,329 total incidents or calls for service in 2026. That’s 17.8% more calls for service, compared to this time last year.

A total of 263 cases were taken resulting in 57 arrests with three for DUI. 100% of the arrests involved adults and 30% were felonies.

Pleasant Hill Property & Personal Crimes June 2026. Source: PHPD

There were 80 larcenies, eight auto thefts, two robberies, two business burglaries and one residential burglary. Larcenies include shoplifting, theft from a car, bike theft, purse snatch, etc.

A total of 173 citations were issued, 46% were hazardous, 54% non-hazardous.

We’ll continue sharing this information monthly on social media, but for a more extensive look at our crime stats, please visit our website at www.phillca.gov/1384/Crime-Statistics.

Allen D. Payton contributed to this report.

SFPD’s Violence Reduction Team releases video of multiple arrests in Contra Costa

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Items were seen being tossed from the second suspect vehicle believed to be evidence from the robbery before being stopped. Video screenshots. Source: SFPD

Following gang-related armed jewelry store robbery

By San Francisco Police Department

San Francisco, CA — An investigation by the San Francisco Police Department’s Violence Reduction Team (VRT) into a series of gang-related homicides led to the arrest of multiple suspects and the recovery of firearms after investigators coordinated with regional law enforcement agencies following an alleged armed jewelry store robbery in Contra Costa County.

During June 2026, VRT investigators were conducting surveillance as part of an ongoing investigation into multiple gang-related homicides and efforts to prevent additional acts of violence. During the investigation, officers observed several armed individuals exit a vehicle in San Francisco carrying firearms, including assault-style rifles. Based on their observations, investigators believed the group was preparing to target rival gang members. Detectives continued monitoring the suspects and identified several individuals known to investigators.

On June 28, 2026, investigators observed the group travel to Concord, where they allegedly committed an armed jewelry store robbery inside the Sunvalley mall. As previously reported, according to Concord Police, “Officers arrived on scene and learned that at least four suspects had smashed display cases at the Banter jewelry kiosk and pepper sprayed a patron during the commission of the robbery. The suspects fled the area prior to officers’ arrival.”

Following the robbery, the suspects switched vehicles in an apparent attempt to evade law enforcement. Investigators coordinated a regional enforcement operation to safely apprehend those involved.

The suspect in Richmond fled on foot but was quickly apprehended. Video screenshot. Source: SFPD

In Richmond, California, during the surveillance, one suspect was seen exiting a vehicle and entered a second SUV. When officers attempted to detain him, he fled on foot before being quickly taken into custody. A subsequent search of the SUV resulted in the recovery of a handgun, an assault-style rifle, ammunition, and additional evidence believed to be connected to the investigation.

Meanwhile, investigators continued tracking a second vehicle with the assistance of law enforcement drones. Officers observed occupants allegedly discarding items from the vehicle that investigators believe were evidence from the robbery. The vehicle was ultimately stopped, and officers conducted a felony stop, safely taking the occupants into custody without further incident.

In total, multiple suspects were arrested during the coordinated operation.

As the investigation continued, detectives served search warrants at residences in Richmond and Oakland associated with the suspects, recovering additional evidence.

An assault-style weapon discovered during searches of one of the homes following the arrests. Video screenshot. Source: SFPD

The case was presented to the Contra Costa County District Attorney’s Office for charging consideration on the following arrested individuals, who were charged:

  • Cameron Haynes, 21-year-old, San Francsico
  • Terry Franklin, 29-year-old, San Francisco / Daly City
  • Lavar Kent, 18-year-old, San Francisco
  • Eric Howard, 18-year-old, San Francisco
  • Teric Howard, 20-year-old, San Francisco

Concord Police posted on their Facebook page, “Once again, the Concord Police Department remains committed to partnering with our allied law enforcement agencies to bring those who come into our community and commit crime to justice. We are thankful for SFPD’s partnership!”

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The investigation remains active. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the San Francisco Police Department at 415-575-4444 or submit tips anonymously through the SFPD Tip Line at 1-415-575-4444 or by texting TIP411 and beginning the message with “SFPD.”

Allen D. Payton contributed to this report.