Jared Michael Theobald arrested and the gun tossed in the bushes on Dec. 18, 2023. Photos: Pleasant Hill PD
Driving stolen car, had felony warrant, meth and heroin, loaded gun with hollow point rounds
By Pleasant Hill Police Department
Nice catch by our graveyard officers!
Last night, Dec. 18, 2023, our officers responded to Kohl’s to assist loss prevention employees in deterring a couple of shoplifters. It was also determined that the suspects drove up in a stolen car. As our officers went to contact the male suspect, he took off running and tried to hide and disguise his appearance. Unfortunately for him, he was quickly located in a business pretending to order a pizza.
He was identified as Jared Michael Theobald of Vallejo, age 41. Theobald was discovered to have a felony warrant as well and was in possession of a substantial amount of methamphetamine and heroin. Officers scoured the area for a Nike bag Theobald was seen carrying earlier. It was eventually located dumped in a planter and contained a 9mm pistol loaded with hollow point rounds. Theobald was booked into county jail on multiple felonies. His female companion cooperated with officers and was eventually release from the scene.
We work closely with retail loss prevention, many times resulting in arrests for crimes that go beyond shoplifting. Good work by all involved!
According to the Contra Costa Sheriff’s Office, Theobald was transferred to another facility and according to the Solano County Sheriff’s Office, he is out of custody on general release as of Dec. 22.
Allen D. Payton contributed to this report.
Yes i have a question this guy has a warrant for his arrest, he had hallow point bullets a gun and he was driving a stolen car. Plus drugs. What the heck is he doing out of jail. What does he need to do next Kill someone before you lock him up for ever. Our justice system needs a make over.
My sentiments exactly. This is due to Democrats, seriously. This person should not be allowed to roam amongst the law abiding citizens.
Totally agree
This is BS!!! Why would they release this scumbag. The system is broken.
The Contra Costa DA is a George Soros funded DA. Her office only wants to prosecute victims. This is the most blatant abuse of the DA office I’m aware of. Must have a demoralizing effect on the police deartment.