SJPD Press Releases 2010
On Sunday, December 20, 2009, at 12:15 AM, San Jose Police Officers were dispatched to a fire aid call at the 1600 Block of Tully Rd.
| TYPE OF CRIME: Homicide |
CASE NUMBER:09-354-0022 |
| LOCATION: 1600 Block of Tully Rd |
DATE: 12-20-09 TIME: 12:17 AM |
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| VICTIM: Withheld |
AGE: 39 yrs(Male) |
| ADDRESS: San Jose Resident |
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| SUSPECT: Unknown |
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San Jose:
On Sunday, December 20, 2009, at 12:15 AM, San Jose Police Officers were dispatched to a fire aid call at the 1600 Block of Tully Rd. Officers arrived on scene along with the San Jose Fire Department and located the victim on fire behind some buildings.
Preliminary investigation revealed this to be an accident. After further investigation, the coroner's office deemed this to be a homicide on December 31, 2009.
The investigation is on-going and no motive has been established.
Anyone with information regarding this case is urged to call Detective Sergeant Dave Tindall or Detective John Barg of the San Jose Police Department's Homicide Unit at (408)277-5283. Persons wishing to remain anonymous may call Crime Stoppers at (408)947-STOP (7867).
| BY: Ofc. Jermaine Thomas #3522 |
AUTHORIZED BY: Lt. Rikki Goede |
| DATE: 01-02-10 TIME: 7:30 PM |
DATE: 01-02-10 TIME: 7:30 PM |
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On Sunday, December 20, 2009, at 12:15 AM, San Jose Police Officers were dispatched to a fire aid call at the 1600 Block of Tully Rd.
| TYPE OF CRIME: Homicide |
CASE NUMBER:09-354-0022 |
| LOCATION: 1600 Block of Tully Rd |
DATE: 12-20-09 TIME: 12:17 AM |
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| VICTIM: Withheld |
AGE: 39 yrs(Male) |
| ADDRESS: San Jose Resident |
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| SUSPECT: Quyen Nguyen |
AGE: 41 yrs(Male) |
| ADDRESS: San Jose Resident |
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San Jose: On Sunday, December 20, 2009, at 12:15 AM, San Jose Police Officers were dispatched to a fire aid call at the 1600 Block of Tully Rd. Officers arrived on scene along with the San Jose Fire Department and located the victim on fire behind some buildings.
UPDATED: 1/2/10
Preliminary investigation revealed this to be an accident by the police department and the coroner's office. Witnesses came forward days later and made contact with patrol officers in the area, regarding this case being a possible homicide. Patrol officers did "excellent follow up" regarding this case and turned the information over to homicide investigators. The investigators conducted more interviews and deemed this to be a homicide on December 31,2009.
Based on that information a suspect was identified and subsequently taken into custody and
booked into Santa Clara County Main Jail for murder.
Anyone with information regarding this case is urged to call Detective Sergeant Dave Tindall or Detective John Barg of the San Jose Police Department's Homicide Unit at (408)277-5283. Persons wishing to remain anonymous may call Crime Stoppers at (408)947-STOP (7867).
| BY: Ofc. Jermaine Thomas #3522 |
AUTHORIZED BY: Lt. Rikki Goede |
| DATE: 01-02-10 TIME: 11:30 PM |
DATE: 01-02-10 TIME: 11:30 PM |
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On Sunday, December 20, 2009, at 12:15 AM, San Jose Police Officers were dispatched to a fire aid call at the 1600 Block of Tully Rd.
| TYPE OF CRIME: Homicide |
CASE NUMBER:09-354-0022 |
| LOCATION: 1600 Block of Tully Rd |
DATE: 12-20-09 TIME: 12:17 AM |
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| VICTIM: Phuong Giang |
AGE: 39 yrs(Male) |
| ADDRESS: San Jose Resident |
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| SUSPECT: Quyen Nguyen |
AGE: 41 yrs(Male) |
| ADDRESS: San Jose Resident |
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San Jose: On Sunday, December 20, 2009, at 12:15 AM, San Jose Police Officers were dispatched to a fire aid call at the 1600 Block of Tully Rd. Officers arrived on scene along with the San Jose Fire Department and located the victim on fire behind some buildings.
UPDATED: 1/2/10
Preliminary investigation revealed this to be an accident by the police department and the coroner's office. Witnesses came forward days later and made contact with patrol officers in the area, regarding this case being a possible homicide. Patrol officers did "excellent follow up" regarding this case and turned the information over to homicide investigators. The investigators conducted more interviews and deemed this to be a homicide on December 31,2009.
Based on that information a suspect was identified and subsequently taken into custody and booked into Santa Clara County Main Jail for murder.
UPDATED: 1/4/10
The victim is identified above.
Anyone with information regarding this case is urged to call Detective Sergeant Dave Tindall or Detective John Barg of the San Jose Police Department's Homicide Unit at (408)277-5283. Persons wishing to remain anonymous may call Crime Stoppers at (408)947-STOP (7867).
| BY: Ofc. Jermaine Thomas #3522 |
AUTHORIZED BY: Lt. Rikki Goede |
| DATE: 01-04-10 TIME: 11:30 AM |
DATE: 01-04-10 TIME: 11:30 AM |
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DUI Checkpoint on Saturday, January 16,2010
Major Enforcement Effort Seeks to Save Lives
Sobriety and Driver's License Checkpoint
In City of San Jose, California
Saturday, January 16, 2010
9:00 PM to 3:00 AM
San Jose Police Department Targets
Impaired Drivers with Checkpoint
San Jose, Calif. - The San Jose Police Department will be conducting a DUI/Drivers License checkpoint on Saturday, January 16, 2009, from 9:00 PM to 3:00 AM, at an undisclosed location in San Jose. In an effort to reduce the number of persons killed and injured in alcohol involved crashes, DUI checkpoints are conducted to identify offenders and get them off the street, as well as educate the public on the dangers of impaired driving.
All too often, members of our community are senselessly injured or killed on local roadways by impaired drivers. This DUI/Drivers License checkpoint is an effort to reduce those tragedies, as well as insuring drivers have a valid driver's license. A major component of these checkpoints is to increase awareness of the dangers of impaired driving and to encourage sober designated drivers.
A DUI checkpoint is a proven effective method for achieving this goal. By publicizing these enforcement and education efforts, the San Jose Police Department believes motorists can be deterred from drinking and driving.
Traffic volume and weather permitting, all vehicles may be checked and drivers who are under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs will be arrested. Our objective is to send a clear message to those who are considering driving a motor vehicle after consuming alcohol and/or drugs - Drunk Driving, Over the Limit, Under Arrest. The public is encouraged to help keep roadways safe by calling 911 if they see a suspected impaired driver.
Funding for this operation is provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Contact Information:
Sgt. Steven Angel
San Jose Police Department
Traffic Enforcement Unit
408-277-4341
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DUI Checkpoint on Saturday, January 16,2010
Major Enforcement Effort Seeks to Save Lives
Sobriety and Driver's License Checkpoint
In City of San Jose, California
Saturday, January 16, 2010
9:00 PM to 3:00 AM
San Jose Police Department Targets
Impaired Drivers with Checkpoint
San Jose, Calif. - The San Jose Police Department will be conducting a DUI/Drivers License checkpoint on Saturday, January 16, 2009, from 9:00 PM to 3:00 AM, at Bascom Ave and Whitethorne Dr. in San Jose. In an effort to reduce the number of persons killed and injured in alcohol involved crashes, DUI checkpoints are conducted to identify offenders and get them off the street, as well as educate the public on the dangers of impaired driving.
All too often, members of our community are senselessly injured or killed on local roadways by impaired drivers. This DUI/Drivers License checkpoint is an effort to reduce those tragedies, as well as insuring drivers have a valid driver's license. A major component of these checkpoints is to increase awareness of the dangers of impaired driving and to encourage sober designated drivers.
A DUI checkpoint is a proven effective method for achieving this goal. By publicizing these enforcement and education efforts, the San Jose Police Department believes motorists can be deterred from drinking and driving.
Traffic volume and weather permitting, all vehicles may be checked and drivers who are under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs will be arrested. Our objective is to send a clear message to those who are considering driving a motor vehicle after consuming alcohol and/or drugs - Drunk Driving, Over the Limit, Under Arrest. The public is encouraged to help keep roadways safe by calling 911 if they see a suspected impaired driver.
Funding for this operation is provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Contact Information:
Sgt. Steven Angel
San Jose Police Department
Traffic Enforcement Unit
408-277-4341
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On Friday, January 22, 2010 at approximately 7:27 AM, San Jose Police Officers were alerted that a male subject had fled from Transportation Security Agents (TSA) agents at the Mineta San Jose International Airport. The subject passed through the fi ...
| TYPE OF CRIME: Possession of Narcotics for Sale, Trespassing |
CASE NUMBER: 10-022-0202
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LOCATION: San Jose Mineta International Airport - 200 block of Airport Blvd. |
DATE: 01-22-2010 TIME: 7:27 AM
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| VICTIM: State of California |
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| SUSPECT: Preston Vaoliilii |
AGE: 22 Years (Male) |
| ADDRESS: Sacramento Resident |
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San Jose:
On Friday, January 22, 2010 at approximately 7:27 AM, San Jose Police Officers were alerted that a male subject had fled from Transportation Security Agents (TSA) agents at the Mineta San Jose International Airport. The subject passed through the first stage of security on his way to board a flight to Hawaii. TSA agents then requested he step into an adjacent area for a secondary search of his person. Once in the secondary search area, he fled from the agents and ran back through the entrance corridor toward the ticketing area. At no time did he enter the secured area of the airport nor was there any disruption to airport activities.
The subject left the terminal area and ran towards the airport parking area. He approached an unknown person and asked for a ride. That person gave the subject a ride to the area of N. First Street near Brokaw Road. This person who gave him a ride returned to the airport, noticed the increased police presence and alerted the police as to the possible whereabouts of the subject.
Shortly thereafter, officers located the subject in the area of N. First Street and Karina Ct. He was taken into custody without incident. Officers reviewed the airport security videos and located footage of the the suspect hiding an object inside the airport terminal. Officers searched the area displayed in the video footage and recovered five pounds of suspected methamphetamine.
The suspect was booked into the Santa Clara County Mail Jail for possession of narcotics for sale, trespassing and resisting arrest.
Anyone with information is urged to contact the San Jose Police Department at 408-277-8900. Persons wishing to remain anonymous may contact Crime Stoppers at 408-947-STOP (7867).
| BY: Sergeant Ronnie Lopez #3187 |
AUTHORIZED BY: Chief Rob Davis |
| DATE: 01-22-10 TIME: 6:30 PM |
DATE: 01-22-10 TIME: 6:30 PM |
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On Saturday, January 23, 2010, at approximately 10:57 PM, San Jose Police officers responded to the 2700 block of Chopin Avenue at Puccini Avenue. They responded to a call of shots fired.
| TYPE OF CRIME: Homicide |
CASE NUMBER: 10-023-1082 |
| LOCATION: 2700 block of Chopin Avenue |
DATE: 01-23-2010 TIME: 10:57 PM |
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| VICTIM: Albert Cobarrubias |
AGE: 31 Years (Male) |
| ADDRESS: San Jose Resident |
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| SUSPECT: Unknown |
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San Jose:
On Saturday, January 23, 2010, at approximately 10:57 PM, San Jose Police officers responded to the 2700 block of Chopin Avenue at Puccini Avenue. They responded to a call of shots fired.
Upon arrival officers found Albert Cobarrubias, a 31-year-old male, with a gun shot wound. He was transported to a local hospital where he was pronounced dead.
This marks San Jose's first homicide of the year.
Anyone with information is urged to contact the Detective Sergeant Tony Mata or Detective Sergeant Dave Gutierrez of the San Jose Police Department's Homicide Unit at 408-277-5283. Persons wishing to remain anonymous may contact Crime Stoppers at 408-947-STOP (7867).
| BY: Sergeant Ronnie Lopez #3187 |
AUTHORIZED BY: Lt. Rikki Goede |
| DATE: 01-25-10 TIME: 11:00 AM |
DATE: 01-25-10 TIME: 11:00 AM |
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DUI Checkpoint on Saturday, January 30,2010
Major Enforcement Effort Seeks to Save Lives
Sobriety and Driver's License Checkpoint
In City of San Jose, California
Saturday, January 30, 2010
9:00 PM to 3:00 AM
San Jose Police Department Targets
Impaired Drivers with Checkpoint
San Jose, Calif. - The San Jose Police Department will be conducting a DUI/Drivers License checkpoint on Saturday, January 30, 2010, from 9:00 PM to 3:00 AM. In an effort to reduce the number of persons killed and injured in alcohol involved crashes, DUI checkpoints are conducted to identify offenders and get them off the street, as well as educate the public on the dangers of impaired driving.
All too often, members of our community are senselessly injured or killed on local roadways by impaired drivers. This DUI/Drivers License checkpoint is an effort to reduce those tragedies, as well as insuring drivers have a valid driver's license. A major component of these checkpoints is to increase awareness of the dangers of impaired driving and to encourage sober designated drivers.
A DUI checkpoint is a proven effective method for achieving this goal. By publicizing these enforcement and education efforts, the San Jose Police Department believes motorists can be deterred from drinking and driving.
Traffic volume and weather permitting, all vehicles may be checked and drivers who are under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs will be arrested. Our objective is to send a clear message to those who are considering driving a motor vehicle after consuming alcohol and/or drugs - Drunk Driving, Over the Limit, Under Arrest. The public is encouraged to help keep roadways safe by calling 911 if they see a suspected impaired driver.
Funding for this operation is provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Contact Information:
Sgt. Steven Angel
San Jose Police Department
Traffic Enforcement Unit
408-277-4341
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DUI Checkpoint on Saturday, January 30,2010
Major Enforcement Effort Seeks to Save Lives
Sobriety and Driver's License Checkpoint
In City of San Jose, California
Saturday, January 30, 2010
9:00 PM to 3:00 AM
San Jose Police Department Targets
Impaired Drivers with Checkpoint
San Jose, Calif. - The San Jose Police Department will be conducting a DUI/Drivers License checkpoint on Saturday, January 30, 2010, from 9:00 PM to 3:00 AM, at Capitol Expwy at Vistapark Drive in San Jose. In an effort to reduce the number of persons killed and injured in alcohol involved crashes, DUI checkpoints are conducted to identify offenders and get them off the street, as well as educate the public on the dangers of impaired driving.
All too often, members of our community are senselessly injured or killed on local roadways by impaired drivers. This DUI/Drivers License checkpoint is an effort to reduce those tragedies, as well as insuring drivers have a valid driver's license. A major component of these checkpoints is to increase awareness of the dangers of impaired driving and to encourage sober designated drivers.
A DUI checkpoint is a proven effective method for achieving this goal. By publicizing these enforcement and education efforts, the San Jose Police Department believes motorists can be deterred from drinking and driving.
Traffic volume and weather permitting, all vehicles may be checked and drivers who are under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs will be arrested. Our objective is to send a clear message to those who are considering driving a motor vehicle after consuming alcohol and/or drugs - Drunk Driving, Over the Limit, Under Arrest. The public is encouraged to help keep roadways safe by calling 911 if they see a suspected impaired driver.
Funding for this operation is provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Contact Information:
Sgt. Steven Angel
San Jose Police Department
Traffic Enforcement Unit
408-277-4341
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On Saturday, January 30, 2010, at 10:23 PM, Officers were dispatched to a major injury traffic collision..
| TYPE OF CRIME: Fatal Traffic Collision |
CASE NUMBER: 10-030-1143 |
| LOCATION: Cherry Ave at Geomax Ct |
DATE: 1-30-10 TIME: 10:23 PM |
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| VICTIM: Patrick Harvey Rogers |
AGE: 41 yrs (Male) |
| ADDRESS: San Jose Resident |
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| SUSPECT: Christoper John Caprino |
AGE: 51 yrs (Male) |
| ADDRESS: San Jose Resident |
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San Jose:
On Saturday, January 30, 2010, at 10:23 PM, San Jose Police Officers were dispatched to a major injury traffic collision involving a motorcycle and vehicle at Cherry Ave at Geomax Ct.
Preliminary investigation indicated that the victim was riding a 1999, white, Harley Davidson motorcycle west on Cherry Avenue and rear-ended a 2005, black, Cadillac Escalade. The victim was pronounced dead at the scene.
Although the driver of the Cadillac Escalade did not appear to be at fault in the accident, he was taken into custody for driving under the influence of alcohol.
Anyone with information on this case is urged to call Investigator Kevin Cassidy of the San Jose Police Department Vehicular Crimes Unit at 408-277-4654. Persons wishing to remain anonymous may call Crime Stoppers at 408-947 STOP (7867).
| BY: Ofc. JermaineThomas #3522 |
AUTHORIZED BY: Sgt. Delisser |
| DATE: 02-02-10 TIME: 3:00 PM |
DATE: 02-02-10 TIME: 3:00 PM |
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On Tuesday, February 2, 2010, at approximately 12:30 PM, San Jose Police Officers responded to a call of a welfare check in the 800 block of Kingfisher Drive.
| TYPE OF CRIME: Missing Person-At-Risk |
CASE NUMBER: 10-033-0428 |
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LOCATION: 800 block of Kingfisher Drive
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DATE: 02-2-2010 TIME: 12:30 PM
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| VICTIM: Ann Marie Vlahovich |
AGE: 83 Years (Female) |
| ADDRESS: San Jose Resident |
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San Jose:
Missing Person at Risk
Ann Marie Vlahovich
On Tuesday, February 2, 2010, at approximately 12:30 PM, San Jose Police Officers responded to a call of a welfare check in the 800 block of Kingfisher Drive.
The reporting party called the police concerned that they had not seen their elderly neighbors since Wednesday, January 27, 2010. Upon arrival, officers located an elderly male in need of medical attention. He was transported to a local hospital for treatment. The elderly male's wife has not been located.
She is described as a White, female, adult, 5 ft. 5 in., 90 lbs, brown hair, green eyes, known to drive a white, 2001, Cadillac, STS, 4-door, with license plate number 4SYC855. This vehicle remains outstanding.
None of the missing person's friends or family have been able to contact her. She has no known medical conditions but must wear corrective lenses.
Anyone with information regarding the missing person or her vehicle's location is urged to call the San Jose Police Department's Missing Persons Unit at 408-277-4786 during normal business hours.
Please call 911 or 408-277-8900 after hours. Persons wishing to remain anonymous may call Crime Stoppers at 408-947-STOP (7867).
| BY: Sergeant Ronnie Lopez #3187 |
AUTHORIZED BY: Lt. John Tepoorten |
| DATE: 02-3-10 TIME: 1:00 PM |
DATE: 02-3-09 TIME: 1:00 PM |
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On Friday, February 5, 2010, San Jose Police Officers were dispatched to the 200 Block of Delmas Ave
| TYPE OF CRIME: Homicide |
CASE NUMBER: 10-036-0423 |
| LOCATION: 200 Block of Delmas Ave |
DATE: 02-05-10 TIME: 11:46 AM |
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| VICTIM: Hideki Hirakawa |
AGE: 45 yrs (Male) |
| ADDRESS: Transient |
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| SUSPECT: Unknown |
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San Jose:
On Friday, February 5, 2010, at 11:46 AM, San Jose Police Officers were dispatched to a possible dead body at the 200 Block of Delmas Ave. Officers arrived on scene and the victim was pronounced dead at the scene.
The investigation is on-going. This marks San Jose's second homicide of the year.
Anyone with information regarding this case is urged to call Detective Sergeant Merlin Newton or Detective Sergeant Rafael Nieves of the San Jose Police Department's Homicide Unit at (408)277-5283. Persons wishing to remain anonymous may call Crime Stoppers at (408)947-STOP (7867).
| BY: Ofc. Jermaine Thomas #3522 |
AUTHORIZED BY: Sgt. Merlin Newton |
| DATE: 02-09-10 TIME: 10:30 AM |
DATE: 02-09-10 TIME: 10:30 AM |
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On Monday,February 8,2010, at 6:15 AM, San Jose Police Officers were dispatched to a sexual assault
| TYPE OF CRIME: Sexual Assault |
CASE NUMBER: 10-039-0276 |
| LOCATION: 500 Block of Branham Lane East |
DATE: 02-08-10 TIME: 6:15 AM |
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| VICTIM: Withheld |
AGE: 63 yrs(Female) |
| ADDRESS: San Jose Resident |
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| SUSPECT: Unknown |
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San Jose: On Monday, February 8, 2010, at 6:15 AM, San Jose Police Officers were dispatched to a sexual assault at the 500 Block of Branham Lane East. A male entered the victim's residence and sexually assaulted her.
The suspect was described as a Caucasian or Hispanic male adult in his early 30's, 5'11", 160 pounds with black hair, clean shave and medium build. The suspect was wearing a black jacket and unknown color shorts.
Anyone with information on this case is urged to call Detective Justin Palmer or Detective Jason Kidwell of the San Jose Police Department's Sexual Assault Unit at (408)277-4102. Persons wishing to remain anonymous may call Crime Stoppers at (408) 947-STOP (7867).
| BY: Ofc. Jermaine Thomas #3522 |
AUTHORIZED BY: Lt. M. Kihmm |
| DATE: 02-10-10 TIME: 7:30 PM |
DATE: 02-10-10 TIME: 7:30 PM |
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On 8/15/08 @ 1:45am, 16 year old male fatally shot outside a store. The suspect is unknown; Public's help needed
| TYPE OF CRIME: Homicide |
CASE NUMBER: 08-228-0125 |
| LOCATION: King Rd. at Flannigan Dr. |
DATE: 08-15-2008 TIME: 1:45 AM |
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| VICTIM: Ricky Edward Montoya Gerkin |
AGE: 16 (Male) |
| ADDRESS: San Jose Resident |
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| SUSPECT: Unknown |
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San Jose: On Friday, August 15th, 2008, San Jose Police officers received a call of shots fired in the area of King Rd. and Flannigan Dr. When they arrived, officers found the 16-year-old victim lying in the parking lot of a convenience store. He had been fatally shot.
Although this crime occurred 18 months ago, the suspect or suspects remain at large. Investigators are asking that anyone who has any information about this case call the San Jose Police Department Homicide Unit at 408-277-5283. Those wishing to remain anonymous can call the Crime Stoppers tip line at 408-947-STOP (7867). Callers may be eligible for a cash reward.
| BY: Dirk Parsons #1096n |
AUTHORIZED BY: Sgt. Mike Brown |
| DATE: 02-16-10 TIME: 3:55 PM |
DATE: 02-16-10 TIME: 3:55PM |
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On Thursday, February 11, 2010, at approximately 6:57 PM, San Jose police officers responded to the 2700 block of
| TYPE OF CRIME: Homicide |
CASE NUMBER: 10-042-0890 |
| LOCATION: 2700 block of Kollmar Drive |
DATE: 02-11-2010 TIME: 6:57 PM |
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| VICTIM: Jose Espinoza |
AGE: 15 Years (Male) |
| ADDRESS: San Jose Resident |
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| SUSPECT: Unknown |
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San Jose:
On Thursday, February 11, 2010, at approximately 6:57 PM, San Jose police officers responded to the 2700 block of Kollmar Drive in response to a stabbing.
Upon arrival, officers located two juvenile victims that had been stabbed. Both victims were transported to a local hospital. Jose Espinoza, a 15-year-old male, was pronounced dead at the hospital and the 16-year-old male victim was treated for non-life threatening injuries.
This marks San Jose's third homicide of the year.
Anyone with information is urged to contact Detective Sergeant Dave Tindall or Detective John Barg of the San Jose Police Department's Homicide Unit. Persons wishing to remain anonymous may contact Crime Stoppers at 408-947-STOP (7867).
| BY: Sergeant Ronnie Lopez #3187 |
AUTHORIZED BY: Sergeant Dave Tindall |
| DATE: 02-16-10 TIME: 5:00 PM |
DATE: 02-16-10 TIME: 5:00 PM |
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DUI Checkpoint on Saturday, February 20,2010
Major Enforcement Effort Seeks to Save Lives
Sobriety and Driver's License Checkpoint
In City of San Jose, California
Saturday, February 20, 2010
9:00 PM to 3:00 AM
San Jose Police Department Targets
Impaired Drivers with Checkpoint
San Jose, Calif. - The San Jose Police Department will be conducting a DUI/Drivers License checkpoint on Saturday, February 20, 2010, from 9:00 PM to 3:00 AM. In an effort to reduce the number of persons killed and injured in alcohol involved crashes, DUI checkpoints are conducted to identify offenders and get them off the street, as well as educate the public on the dangers of impaired driving.
All too often, members of our community are senselessly injured or killed on local roadways by impaired drivers. This DUI/Drivers License checkpoint is an effort to reduce those tragedies, as well as insuring drivers have a valid driver's license. A major component of these checkpoints is to increase awareness of the dangers of impaired driving and to encourage sober designated drivers.
A DUI checkpoint is a proven effective method for achieving this goal. By publicizing these enforcement and education efforts, the San Jose Police Department believes motorists can be deterred from drinking and driving.
Traffic volume and weather permitting, all vehicles may be checked and drivers who are under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs will be arrested. Our objective is to send a clear message to those who are considering driving a motor vehicle after consuming alcohol and/or drugs - Drunk Driving, Over the Limit, Under Arrest. The public is encouraged to help keep roadways safe by calling 911 if they see a suspected impaired driver.
Funding for this operation is provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Contact Information:
Sgt. Steven Angel
San Jose Police Department
Traffic Enforcement Unit
408-277-4341
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DUI Checkpoint on Saturday, February 20,2010
Major Enforcement Effort Seeks to Save Lives
Sobriety and Driver's License Checkpoint
In City of San Jose, California
Saturday, February 20, 2010
9:00 PM to 3:00 AM
San Jose Police Department Targets
Impaired Drivers with Checkpoint
San Jose, Calif. - The San Jose Police Department will be conducting a DUI/Drivers License checkpoint on Saturday, February 20, 2010, from 9:00 PM to 3:00 AM, at King Road at Lido Way. In an effort to reduce the number of persons killed and injured in alcohol involved crashes, DUI checkpoints are conducted to identify offenders and get them off the street, as well as educate the public on the dangers of impaired driving.
All too often, members of our community are senselessly injured or killed on local roadways by impaired drivers. This DUI/Drivers License checkpoint is an effort to reduce those tragedies, as well as insuring drivers have a valid driver's license. A major component of these checkpoints is to increase awareness of the dangers of impaired driving and to encourage sober designated drivers.
A DUI checkpoint is a proven effective method for achieving this goal. By publicizing these enforcement and education efforts, the San Jose Police Department believes motorists can be deterred from drinking and driving.
Traffic volume and weather permitting, all vehicles may be checked and drivers who are under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs will be arrested. Our objective is to send a clear message to those who are considering driving a motor vehicle after consuming alcohol and/or drugs - Drunk Driving, Over the Limit, Under Arrest. The public is encouraged to help keep roadways safe by calling 911 if they see a suspected impaired driver.
Funding for this operation is provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Contact Information:
Sgt. Steven Angel
San Jose Police Department
Traffic Enforcement Unit
408-277-4341
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On Friday, February 19, 2010, San Jose Police Officers were dispatched to a person stabbed.
| TYPE OF CRIME: Homicide |
CASE NUMBER: 10-050-0067 |
| LOCATION: 2500 Block of Berryessa Rd |
DATE: 02-19-10 TIME: 1:08 AM |
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| VICTIM: Dat Nguyen |
AGE: 37 yrs(Male) |
| ADDRESS: San Jose Resident |
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| SUSPECT: Unknown |
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San Jose:
On Friday, February 19, 2010, at 1:08 AM, San Jose Police Officers were dispatched to person stabbed at the 2500 Block of Berryessa Rd. Officers arrived on scene and located the victim. The victim was transported to a local hospital where he was pronounced dead.
The investigation is on going and this marks San Jose's fourth homicide of the year.
Anyone with information is urged to contact Detective Sergeant Loyd Kinsworthy or Detective William Hoyt of the San Jose Police Department's Homicide Unit at (408) 277-5283. Persons wishing to remain anonymous may contact Crime Stoppers at 408-947-STOP (7867).
| BY: Ofc. Jermaine Thomas #3522 |
AUTHORIZED BY: Lt. Rikki Goede |
| DATE: 02-22-10 TIME: 10:00 AM |
DATE: 02-22-10 TIME: 10:00 AM |
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Homicide - 300 block of S. 24th Street at E. William Street
| TYPE OF CRIME: Homicide |
CASE NUMBER: 10-059-0197 |
| LOCATION: 300 block of S. 24th Street |
DATE: 02-28-2010 TIME: 2:42 AM |
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| VICTIM: Munoz, Chanel |
AGE: 19 Years (Female) |
| ADDRESS: San Jose Resident |
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| SUSPECT: Unknown |
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San Jose:
On Sunday, February 28, 2010, at approximately 2:42 AM, San Jose Police Officers responded to a shooting call on the 300 block of S. 24th Street at E. William Street.
Preliminary investigation revealed that Victim Munoz was shot by an unknown suspect during a confrontation. The suspect and other associates were last seen running away from the scene. Friends and witnesses transported the victim to a local hospital where she was pronounced dead.
This incident appears to be gang motivated and marks San Jose's fifth homicide of the year.
Anyone with information is urged to contact San Jose Police Homicide Detective Sergeant Kevin Abruzzini or Detective Brian Spears at 408-277-5283. Persons wishing to remain anonymous may call Crime Stoppers at 408-947-STOP (7867).
| BY: Sergeant Ronnie Lopez #3187 |
AUTHORIZED BY: Captain Gary Kirby |
| DATE: 03-1-10 TIME: 4:00 PM |
DATE: 03-1-10 TIME: 4:00 PM |
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On Friday, February 26, 2010 at approximately 6:23 PM, San Jose Police officers initiated a vehicle stop on a subject who was driving a stolen vehicle.
| TYPE OF CRIME: In-Custody Death |
CASE NUMBER: 10-057-0693 |
| LOCATION: 5800 block of Laguna Seca Way |
DATE: 02-26-2010 TIME: 6:23 PM
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| SUSPECT: Withheld |
AGE: 26 Years (Male) |
| ADDRESS: San Jose Resident |
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San Jose:
On Friday, February 26, 2010 at approximately 6:23 PM, San Jose Police officers initiated a vehicle stop on a subject who was driving a stolen vehicle.
The subject did not resist arrest nor was force used to effect the arrest. He was taken into custody without incident.
While being processed at the Santa Clara County Main Jail, he collapsed. He was transported via ambulance to a local hospital where he was pronounced dead.
The San Jose Police Department's Homicide Unit is investigating this incident. The Santa Clara County Coroner's Office will conduct and examination to determine the cause of death. The San Jose Police Department's Internal Affairs Unit, along with the Santa Clara County District Attorney's Office, are monitoring the case.
Anyone with information on this case is urged to call Detective Sergeant Kevin Abruzzini or Detective Brian Spears of the San Jose Police Department's Homicide Unit at 408-277-5283. Persons wishing to remain anonymous may call Crime Stoppers at 408-947-STOP (7867).
| BY: Sergeant Ronnie Lopez #3187 |
AUTHORIZED BY: Captain Gary Kirby |
| DATE: 03-1-10 TIME: 4:00 PM |
DATE: 03-1-10 TIME: 4:00 PM |
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DUI Checkpoint on Saturday, March 13, 2010
Major Enforcement Effort Seeks to Save Lives
Sobriety and Driver's License Checkpoint
In City of San Jose, California
Saturday, March 13, 2010
9:00 PM to 3:00 AM
San Jose Police Department Targets
Impaired Drivers with Checkpoint
San Jose, Calif. - The San Jose Police Department will be conducting a DUI/Drivers License checkpoint on Saturday, March 13, 2010, from 9:00 PM to 3:00 AM. In an effort to reduce the number of persons killed and injured in alcohol involved crashes, DUI checkpoints are conducted to identify offenders and get them off the street, as well as educate the public on the dangers of impaired driving.
All too often, members of our community are senselessly injured or killed on local roadways by impaired drivers. This DUI/Drivers License checkpoint is an effort to reduce those tragedies, as well as insuring drivers have a valid driver's license. A major component of these checkpoints is to increase awareness of the dangers of impaired driving and to encourage sober designated drivers.
A DUI checkpoint is a proven effective method for achieving this goal. By publicizing these enforcement and education efforts, the San Jose Police Department believes motorists can be deterred from drinking and driving.
Traffic volume and weather permitting, all vehicles may be checked and drivers who are under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs will be arrested. Our objective is to send a clear message to those who are considering driving a motor vehicle after consuming alcohol and/or drugs - Drunk Driving, Over the Limit, Under Arrest. The public is encouraged to help keep roadways safe by calling 911 if they see a suspected impaired driver.
Funding for this operation is provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Contact Information:
Sgt. Steven Angel
San Jose Police Department
Traffic Enforcement Unit
408-277-4341
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DUI Checkpoint on Saturday, March 13, 2010
Major Enforcement Effort Seeks to Save Lives
Sobriety and Driver's License Checkpoint
In City of San Jose, California
Saturday, March 13, 2010
9:00 PM to 3:00 AM
San Jose Police Department Targets
Impaired Drivers with Checkpoint
San Jose, Calif. - The San Jose Police Department will be conducting a DUI/Drivers License checkpoint on Saturday, March 13, 2010, from 9:00 PM to 3:00 AM, at Saratoga Avenue and Kiely Blvd. In an effort to reduce the number of persons killed and injured in alcohol involved crashes, DUI checkpoints are conducted to identify offenders and get them off the street, as well as educate the public on the dangers of impaired driving.
All too often, members of our community are senselessly injured or killed on local roadways by impaired drivers. This DUI/Drivers License checkpoint is an effort to reduce those tragedies, as well as insuring drivers have a valid driver's license. A major component of these checkpoints is to increase awareness of the dangers of impaired driving and to encourage sober designated drivers.
A DUI checkpoint is a proven effective method for achieving this goal. By publicizing these enforcement and education efforts, the San Jose Police Department believes motorists can be deterred from drinking and driving.
Traffic volume and weather permitting, all vehicles may be checked and drivers who are under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs will be arrested. Our objective is to send a clear message to those who are considering driving a motor vehicle after consuming alcohol and/or drugs - Drunk Driving, Over the Limit, Under Arrest. The public is encouraged to help keep roadways safe by calling 911 if they see a suspected impaired driver.
Funding for this operation is provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Contact Information:
Sgt. Steven Angel
San Jose Police Department
Traffic Enforcement Unit
408-277-4341
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St. Patricks Day has become a popular night to celebrate with friends and family. Unfortunately, due to the large number of drunk drivers, the night has also become very dangerous.
Media Advisory
Major Enforcement Effort Seeks to Save Lives
Driving Under the Influence Saturation Patrols
San Jose, California
Wednesday, March 17, 2010
San Jose, Calif. St. Patricks Day has become a popular night to celebrate with friends and family. Unfortunately, due to the large number of drunk drivers, the night has also become very dangerous.
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, on St. Patricks Day 2008, 37-percent of the drivers and motorcyclists involved in fatal crashes had a blood alcohol content at or above the legal limit of .08.
All too often, members of our community are senselessly killed or injured on local roadways by impaired drivers. In an effort to prevent such deaths and injuries this St. Patrick's Day, the San Jose Police Department will be out in full force, conducting saturation patrols aimed at getting impaired drivers off the streets.
Following these easy steps can help ensure that celebrants enjoy a safe, happy St. Patricks Day:
- Plan a safe way home before the festivities begin;
- Before drinking, designate a sober driver and leave your car keys at home;
- If you're impaired, take a taxi, call a sober friend or family member, or use public transportation;
- If you observe a suspected drunk driver on the road, call 9-1-1 immediately;
- And remember, if you know of someone who is about to drive while impaired, take their keys and help them make other arrangements to get to where they're going safely.
Driving impaired is simply not worth the risk. Not only do you risk killing yourself or someone else, but the trauma and financial costs of a DUI crash or arrest can be devastating. Our objective is to send a clear message to those who are considering driving a motor vehicle after consuming alcohol and/or drugs - Over the Limit, Under Arrest.
Contact Information:
Sgt. Steven Angel
San Jose Police Department
Traffic Enforcement Unit
408-277-4341.
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Ex-Bank Mngr. John Tran, formerly of Wells Fargo Bank in San Jose, charged with Theft from an Elder, Grand Theft..
| TYPE OF CRIME: Elderly Fraud |
CASE NUMBER: 10-015-0342 |
| LOCATION: 1200 block of Lincoln Avenue |
DATE: 04/16/2010 TIME: 8:40 AM |
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| SUSPECT: John Tran |
AGE: 37 Years (Male) |
| ADDRESS: San Jose Resident |
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Suspect: John Tran
Following an investigation by the San Jose Police Department, the Santa Clara County District Attorney's Office Elder Fraud Unit has issued a criminal complaint charging ex-Bank Manager John Tran, formerly of Wells Fargo Bank in San Jose, with several charges including Theft from an Elder, Grand Theft and Forgery.
From March 2008 to February 2009, Tran was a manager at Wells Fargo Bank on Lincoln Avenue in San Jose. Tran befriended several elderly clients, and even made visits to their homes. Unbeknownst to the clients, in February 2009 his employment with the bank ceased, yet he continued visiting some of the bank's customers. In some instances, Tran convinced elderly customers to invest in certain CDs, only to pocket the money himself through an elaborate money-laundering scheme. In other instances, Tran forged signatures of bank customers, including recently deceased senior citizens, and simply drained their bank accounts. Tran is alleged to have structured over $900,000 in suspicious transactions. Tran was arrested on March 10, 2010.
Anyone with information about this crime, or who thinks they might be a victim is requested to call Detective Leonard Lim of the San Jose Police Department's Financial Crimes Division at (408) 277-4521.
Filed in cooperation with the Santa Clara County District Attorney's Office.
| BY: David Bartholomew |
AUTHORIZED BY: Sgt. Ronnie Lopez #3187 |
| DATE: 03/16/2010 TIME: 10:30 AM |
DATE: 03/16/2010 TIME: 10:30 AM |
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59-year-old security officer in critial condition after being beaten while checking a middle school after hours.
| TYPE OF CRIME: Assault with a Deadly Weapon / Serious Bodily Injury |
CASE NUMBER: 10-079-1078
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DATE: 3/20/2010 TIME: 9:15 PM
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AGE: 59 years |
| ADDRESS: Campbell Resident |
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| SUSPECT: Unknown (3 to 4 males) |
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San Jose: On 3/20/10, 9:28 p.m., San Jose Police officers responded to Herman Middle School, 5955 Blossom Avenue, to check the welfare of the 59-year-old victim. The victim, a security officer, had telephoned his employer to report he was checking on subjects inside the school property during non-school hours. When the victim failed to answer his employer's telephone calls, the San Jose Police was summoned to check on the victim.
San Jose Police officers found the victim on the asphalt pavement area of the school property, suffering from serious, life-threatening injuries. The victim was conscious when the officers located him, and he was taken to a local hospital by ambulance, where he remains in critical condition.
Priliminary investigation revealed 3 to 4 male subjects had battered the victim. The motive remains under investigation, and there is no indication the victim was robbed, targeted for specific reasons, nor whether the victim had previous contact with the suspects. The suspects' age and race remain unknown.
Anyone with information is urged to contact Detective Christina Cebrian of the San Jose Police Department's Assault Investigations Unit at (408) 277-4781. Person wishing to remain anonymous may call Crime Stoppers at (408) 947-STOP (7867).
| BY: Officer Jose Garcia #3532 |
AUTHORIZED BY: Sgt. J. Iglesias #2996 |
| DATE: 04/23/2010 TIME: 3:45 PM |
DATE: 04/23/2010 TIME: 4:00 PM |
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DUI Checkpoint on Saturday, March 27, 2010
Major Enforcement Effort Seeks to Save Lives
Sobriety and Drivers License Checkpoint
In City of San Jose, California
Saturday, March 27, 2010
9:00PM to 3:00AM
San Jose Police Department Targets
Impaired Drivers with Checkpoint
The City of San Jose Police Department will be conducting a DUI/Drivers License checkpoint in the City of San Jose on Saturday, March 27, 2010 from 9:00 p.m. to 3:00 a.m. In an effort to reduce the number of persons killed and injured in alcohol involved crashes, DUI checkpoints are conducted to identify offenders and get them off the street, as well as educate the public on the dangers of impaired driving.
All too often, members of our community are senselessly injured or killed on local roadways by impaired drivers. This DUI/Drivers License checkpoint is an effort to reduce those tragedies, as well as insuring drivers have a valid drivers license. A major component of these checkpoints is to increase awareness of the dangers of impaired driving and to encourage sober designated drivers.
A DUI checkpoint is a proven effective method for achieving this goal. By publicizing these enforcement and education efforts, the City of San Jose Police Department believes motorists can be deterred from drinking and driving.
Traffic volume and weather permitting, all vehicles may be checked and drivers who are under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs will be arrested. Our objective is to send a clear message to those who are considering driving a motor vehicle after consuming alcohol and/or drugs Drunk Driving, Over the Limit, Under Arrest. The public is encouraged to help keep roadways safe by calling 911 if they see a suspected impaired driver.
Funding for this operation is provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Inquires can be directed to Sgt. Steven Angel at 408-277-4341.
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Click It or Ticket campaign
Press Release
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
3/22/10
Contact:
Traffic Enforcement Unit
San Jose Police Department
(408) 277-4341
Seat Belt Enforcement Crackdown Planned San Jose
CLICK IT OR TICKET Safety Campaign Saves Lives
(San Jose), CA The San Jose Police Department will be out in force during the months of March and April, searching for those unbelted drivers and passengers, enforcing Californias seatbelt laws as part of a year-long Click It or Ticket campaign. Police and safety experts are partnered to keep this safety message to the forefront of everyones mind and to aggressively enforce the law to those violators who do not buckle up.
The states seat belt use rate in 2009 was 95.2 percent, which still leaves more than a million Californians vulnerable. Through enforcement and awareness of these preventable tragedies, fewer lives will be lost. 2008 collision data shows that more than 1,389 people in passenger vehicles died in crashes while unbelted. About half of these lives could have been saved if they had been wearing seat belts at the time of the crash.
Seat belts save lives and law enforcement will stop and cite those driving or riding without seat belts in vehicles, said Police Chief Davis. Officers will not give a pass on this critically important safety requirement, so please buckle up and protect your passengers by ensuring they fasten their seat belts or use the proper child restraint system.
San Jose police officers will be out at all hours during the campaign, day and night, making sure that everyone is safely buckled in. Teens will be a particular focus of officers, as their usage rate lags behind adults, yet they are disproportionately involved in more crashes. Proper restraints can increase chances of surviving a serious crash by 50 percent.
Funding for this operation supporting Californias Click It or Ticket campaign was provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
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San Jose Police Department Utilizes State of California Grant to Combat Underage Drinking
San Jose Police Department Utilizes State of California Grant to Combat Underage Drinking
San Jose -The San Jose Police Department has been awarded grant funding for a program designed to combat alcohol-related problems in the city. San Jose and 14 other Northern California cities received the funding provided by the State of California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control.
The San Jose Police Department utilized grant funds to conduct two recent operations aimed at reducing youth access to alcohol. On Saturday, March 13th, officers from the San Jose Police Department, the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control and 14 other law enforcement agencies participated in a Shoulder Tap Decoy Operation.
Adult minors under the direct supervision of a peace officer stood outside convenience or liquor stores and asked adults to purchase alcohol for them. 109 citations were issued, including 81 to adults who agreed to purchase the alcohol after being advised the minor was under 21 years of age. The remaining 28 arrests involved other violations including illegal narcotics, being drunk in public, possession of an open container of alcohol and parole violations. In San Jose, the operation resulted in six citations for furnishing alcohol to a minor and two for possessing an open container of alcohol.
The second operation, conducted on St. Patricks Day, utilized adult decoys under 21 years of age in two different scenarios. First, the decoy entered an off-sale premises, which sells liquor for consumption off-site, and attempted to purchase alcohol. Clerks at two locations in San Jose were cited for selling alcohol to minors, while those at three other businesses refused to do so. The penalty for furnishing alcohol to a minor is a minimum $1000 fine and 24 hours of community service.
Adult minor decoys also entered two on-sale establishments (such as a bar) and attempted to buy alcoholic beverages. At both businesses, the minors were asked for their identification and subsequently refused service.
San Jose Police Sergeant Heather Randol said the grant award allows the department to increase enforcement efforts and awareness of the problems surrounding youth alcohol consumption in the community.
Contact:
Sgt. Heather Randol
San Jose Police Department
(408) 277-4322
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Homicide
| TYPE OF CRIME: Homicide |
CASE NUMBER: 10-081-0058 |
| LOCATION: 500 block of Wooster Avenue, San Jose |
DATE: 3/22/2010 TIME: 12:58 AM |
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| VICTIM: Jose Luis Perez Lopez |
AGE: 46 Years |
| ADDRESS: San Jose (Homeless) |
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| SUSPECT: Miguel Garcia |
AGE: 53 Years |
| ADDRESS: San Jose (Homeless) |
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On 3/22/10, 12:58 a.m., the San Jose Police Department received a call of a stabbing in the 500 block of Wooster Avenue. Officers arrived and found the victim who had been fatally stabbed.
Investigation revealed the suspect and victim had been involved in a physical fight during which the victim was stabbed.
Investigators were able to identify the suspect. On 3/23/10, the suspect was arrested in San Jose and booked into the Santa Clara County Jail on murder charges. This is the 6th homicide of 2010 in San Jose.
Anyone with information is urged to contact Detective Sergeants Rafael Nieves or Merlin Newton of the San Jose Police Department's Homicide Unit at (408) 277-5283. Persons wishing to remain anonymous may call Crime Stoppers at (408) 947-STOP (7867).
| BY: Officer Jose Garcia #3532 |
AUTHORIZED BY: Sgt. Rafael Nieves #3144 |
| DATE: 3/24/2010 TIME: 3:00 PM |
DATE: 3/24/2010 TIME: 3:30 PM |
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On Wednesday morning, March 3rd, 2010, three sexual assaults were reported near San Jose State University.
| TYPE OF CRIME: Sexual Battery |
CASE NUMBER: 09-062-0240 |
| LOCATION: San Jose State University area, downtown San Jose |
DATE: 03-03-2010 TIME: 8:00am-1200pm |
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AGE: 20-30 years (Male) |
| ADDRESS: San Jose Residents |
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The suspect in each incident was described as a Hispanic male between 20 and 30 years old, approximately 5'8" tall, weighing 150-180 pounds, with short black straight hair, a medium build, dark complexion and no facial hair. He was wearing a black jacket with a white stripe down each sleeve and blue jeans.
The San Jose Police Department is asking any victims or others with information to call Detective Jason Kidwell with the San Jose Police Department Sexual Assault Investigation Unit at
(408) 277-4102. Persons wishing to remain anonymous can call the Crime Stoppers tip line at (408) 947-STOP (7867).
| BY: Dirk Parsons #1096n |
AUTHORIZED BY: Lt. M. Kihmm |
| DATE: 03-24-10 TIME: 11:45 AM |
DATE: 03-24-10 TIME: 9:10 AM |
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DUI Checkpoint on Saturday, March 27, 2010 (Updated with Location)
Updated with Location
Major Enforcement Effort Seeks to Save Lives
Sobriety and Drivers License Checkpoint
In City of San Jose, California
Saturday, March 27, 2010
9:00PM to 3:00AM
San Jose Police Department Targets
Impaired Drivers with Checkpoint
The City of San Jose Police Department will be conducting a DUI/Drivers License checkpoint on Saturday, March 27, 2010 from 9:00 p.m. to 3:00 a.m., at S. Fourth Street and San Carlos in San Jose. In an effort to reduce the number of persons killed and injured in alcohol involved crashes, DUI checkpoints are conducted to identify offenders and get them off the street, as well as educate the public on the dangers of impaired driving.
All too often, members of our community are senselessly injured or killed on local roadways by impaired drivers. This DUI/Drivers License checkpoint is an effort to reduce those tragedies, as well as insuring drivers have a valid drivers license. A major component of these checkpoints is to increase awareness of the dangers of impaired driving and to encourage sober designated drivers.
A DUI checkpoint is a proven effective method for achieving this goal. By publicizing these enforcement and education efforts, the City of San Jose Police Department believes motorists can be deterred from drinking and driving.
Traffic volume and weather permitting, all vehicles may be checked and drivers who are under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs will be arrested. Our objective is to send a clear message to those who are considering driving a motor vehicle after consuming alcohol and/or drugs Drunk Driving, Over the Limit, Under Arrest. The public is encouraged to help keep roadways safe by calling 911 if they see a suspected impaired driver.
Funding for this operation is provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Inquires can be directed to Sgt. Steven Angel at 408-277-4341.
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Fatal Traffic Accident - Branham Ln. and Pearl Ave.
On April 2, 2010 at approximately 7:18am, San Jose police received a report of a major injury traffic accident on Branham Ln. west of Pearl Ave. in San Jose. Witnesses said a green Honda CR-V traveling westbound on Branham Ln. veered into the concrete center divider, and then abruptly turned right, crossing all three westbound lanes, and struck numerous unoccupied vehicles parked at the curb of Branham Ln. as well as a chain-link fence. The driver of the Honda, who was the sole occupant of the vehicle, was transported to a local hospital where she was pronounced dead. She was later identified as Wanda Juanita Daniel, 48, of San Jose. Although the cause of the accident is unknown, investigators believe the driver may have experienced a medical emergency.
Anyone with related information is asked to call the San Jose Police Department Traffic Investigation Unit at (408) 277-4654. Callers wishing to remain anonymous can contact the Crime Stoppers tip line at (408) 947-STOP (7867)
| BY: Dirk Parsons |
AUTHORIZED BY: Lt. Bob Reinhardt |
| DATE: 4/2/2010 TIME: 2:45 PM |
DATE: 4/2/2010 TIME: 2:50 PM |
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DUI Checkpoint on Saturday, April 17, 2010
Major Enforcement Effort Seeks to Save Lives
Sobriety and Drivers License Checkpoint
In City of San Jose, California
Saturday, April 17, 2010
9:00PM to 3:00AM
San Jose Police Department Targets
Impaired Drivers with Checkpoint
The City of San Jose Police Department will be conducting a DUI/Drivers License checkpoint in the City of San Jose on Saturday, April 17, 2010 from 9:00 p.m. to 3:00 a.m. In an effort to reduce the number of persons killed and injured in alcohol involved crashes, DUI checkpoints are conducted to identify offenders and get them off the street, as well as educate the public on the dangers of impaired driving.
All too often, members of our community are senselessly injured or killed on local roadways by impaired drivers. This DUI/Drivers License checkpoint is an effort to reduce those tragedies, as well as insuring drivers have a valid drivers license. A major component of these checkpoints is to increase awareness of the dangers of impaired driving and to encourage sober designated drivers.
A DUI checkpoint is a proven effective method for achieving this goal. By publicizing these enforcement and education efforts, the City of San Jose Police Department believes motorists can be deterred from drinking and driving.
Traffic volume and weather permitting, all vehicles may be checked and drivers who are under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs will be arrested. Our objective is to send a clear message to those who are considering driving a motor vehicle after consuming alcohol and/or drugs Drunk Driving, Over the Limit, Under Arrest. The public is encouraged to help keep roadways safe by calling 911 if they see a suspected impaired driver.
Funding for this operation is provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Inquires can be directed to Sgt. Steven Angel at 408-277-4341.
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The San Jose Police Department (Department) will host the first Vietnamese Citizens Academy, Wednesday, April 14, 2010, at 6:00 p.m., in room 314 of the Police Administration Building, 201 W. Mission Street, in San Jose.
Media Advisory
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Media Advisory
The San Jose Police Department (Department) will host the first Vietnamese Citizens' Academy, Wednesday, April 14, 2010, at 6:00 p.m., in room 314 of the Police Administration Building, 201 W. Mission Street, in San Jose.
Over 30 Vietnamese-speaking residents will participate in a 10-week program consisting of weekly, 4-hour sessions, which will be taught by experienced Vietnamese-speaking San Jose Police officers. This provides a unique opportunity for Vietnamese-speaking residents to interact with officers to learn more about our Department, as well as for officers to get to know them better.
Although the Department has held citizens' academies in previous years, this will be the first to be held exclusively in Vietnamese. The previous citizens academy was held in Spanish with great success.
Recognizing the positive outcomes of the Spanish Citizens' Academy, the Department felt it was a prime opportunity to continue its outreach efforts to the various San Jose communities by hosting this Vietnamese Citizens' Academy. These efforts strive to enhance police-community relations..
Some of the topics will include:
Police Ethics
Police use of force
Firearms Safety
Vehicle and Pedestrian Contacts
Laws of Arrest
Search and Seizure
Officer Policy, Procedures and Safety
Criminal, Traffic and Domestic Violence Laws
Departmental Operations
The San Jose Police Department believes these programs benefit both officers and the public and hopes to offer additional sessions in the future. Members of the media are invited to attend tonights session where Chief Rob Davis and Deputy Chief Phan Ngo will be teaching the Ethics portion of this academy.
| BY: Sergeant Ronnie Lopez #3187 |
AUTHORIZED BY: Chief Rob Davis |
| DATE: 04-14-10 TIME: 1:00 PM |
DATE: 04-14-10 TIME: 1:00 PM |
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On Tuesday, February 2, 2010, at approximately 12:30 PM, San Jose Police Officers responded to a call of a welfare check in the 800 block of Kingfisher Drive.
| TYPE OF CRIME: Missing Person-At-Risk |
CASE NUMBER: 10-033-0428 |
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AGE: 83 Years (Female) |
| ADDRESS: San Jose Resident |
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Update, 4/15/10, by Officer Jose Garcia #3532:
On Thursday, 4/8/10, approximately 7:45 a.m., utility employees located the victim's vehicle down an ravine on California state route 9 (SR-9), approximately one mile east of state route 35 (SR-35), in the Santa Cruz Mountains region of Saratoga. Human remains were located at the scene and taken by the Santa Clara County Medical Examiner-Coroner's Office for forensic analysis.
The Santa Clara County Medical Examiner-Coroner's Office has determined that the human remains are those of Ann Marie Vlahovich who was reported missing February 2, 2010. The forensic analysis revealed no signs of foul play and the cause of death remains under investigation. The cause and manner in which the victim's vehicle left the roadway remains under investigation by the California Highway Patrol.
Missing Person at Risk
Ann Marie Vlahovich
Original Press Release, dated 2/3/10:
On Tuesday, February 2, 2010, at approximately 12:30 PM, San Jose Police Officers responded to a call of a welfare check in the 800 block of Kingfisher Drive.
The reporting party called the police concerned that they had not seen their elderly neighbors since Wednesday, January 27, 2010. Upon arrival, officers located an elderly male in need of medical attention. He was transported to a local hospital for treatment. The elderly male's wife has not been located.
She is described as a White, female, adult, 5 ft. 5 in., 90 lbs, brown hair, green eyes, known to drive a white, 2001, Cadillac, STS, 4-door, with license plate number 4SYC855. This vehicle remains outstanding.
None of the missing person's friends or family have been able to contact her. She has no known medical conditions but must wear corrective lenses.
Anyone with information regarding the missing person or her vehicle's location is urged to call the San Jose Police Department's Missing Persons Unit at 408-277-4786 during normal business hours.
Please call 911 or 408-277-8900 after hours. Persons wishing to remain anonymous may call Crime Stoppers at 408-947-STOP (7867).
| BY: Sergeant Ronnie Lopez #3187 |
AUTHORIZED BY: Lt. John Tepoorten |
| DATE: 02-3-10 TIME: 1:00 PM |
DATE: 02-3-09 TIME: 1:00 PM |
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DUI Checkpoint on Saturday, April 17, 2010 (Updated with Location)
Updated with Location
Major Enforcement Effort Seeks to Save Lives
Sobriety and Drivers License Checkpoint
In City of San Jose, California
Saturday, April 17, 2010
9:00PM to 3:00AM
San Jose Police Department Targets Impaired Drivers with Checkpoint
The City of San Jose Police Department will be conducting a DUI/Drivers License checkpoint on Saturday, April 17, 2010 from 9:00 p.m. to 3:00 a.m., at Capitol Expressway and Vistapark in San Jose. In an effort to reduce the number of persons killed and injured in alcohol involved crashes, DUI checkpoints are conducted to identify offenders and get them off the street, as well as educate the public on the dangers of impaired driving.
All too often, members of our community are senselessly injured or killed on local roadways by impaired drivers. This DUI/Drivers License checkpoint is an effort to reduce those tragedies, as well as insuring drivers have a valid drivers license. A major component of these checkpoints is to increase awareness of the dangers of impaired driving and to encourage sober designated drivers.
A DUI checkpoint is a proven effective method for achieving this goal. By publicizing these enforcement and education efforts, the City of San Jose Police Department believes motorists can be deterred from drinking and driving.
Traffic volume and weather permitting, all vehicles may be checked and drivers who are under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs will be arrested. Our objective is to send a clear message to those who are considering driving a motor vehicle after consuming alcohol and/or drugs Drunk Driving, Over the Limit, Under Arrest. The public is encouraged to help keep roadways safe by calling 911 if they see a suspected impaired driver.
Funding for this operation is provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Inquires can be directed to Sgt. Steven Angel at 408-277-4341.
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Staff and visitors of the Willow Glen Library observed a male subject reportedly viewing child pornography...
| TYPE OF CRIME: Possession of Child Pornography |
CASE NUMBER: 09-247-0498
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LOCATION: Willow Glen Library |
DATE: 04-23-2010 TIME: 9:15 AM |
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VICTIM: State of California |
AGE: 64 (Male) |
| ADDRESS: San Jose Resident |
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| SUSPECT: Richard Arnold Boston |
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San Jose: In September 2009, staff and visitors of the Willow Glen Library observed a male subject reportedly viewing child pornography at the library's public computers. An investigation by the San Jose Police Department's Child Exploitation Detail / Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force identified the male as San Jose resident, Richard Arnold Boston. A search warrant was executed at Boston's residence where additional child pornography was located. Boston was arrested without incident and recently pled guilty to 311.11a PC -- Possession of Child Pornography.
Richard Arnold Boston had a prior conviction of child pornography and had served as a volunteer with youth sports programs.
The San Jose Police Department is asking any victims or others with information to call Detective Russ Chubon or Sergeant Randy Schriefer with the San Jose Police Department's Child Exploitation Detail at (408) 277-4102. Persons wishing to remain anonymous can call the Crime Stoppers tip line at (408) 947-STOP (7867).
| BY: Dirk Parsons #1096n |
AUTHORIZED BY: Lt. Mike Kihmm |
| DATE: 04-23-10 TIME: 9:30 AM |
DATE: 04-23-10 TIME: 9:30 AM |
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Suspect captured after robbing store and shooting clerk
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TYPE OF CRIME: Attempted Murder, Robbery, Assault with a Deadly Weapon |
CASE NUMBER: 10-120-0782
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LOCATION: 100 W. Alma Ave., |
DATE: 04-30-2010 TIME: 4:43pm |
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VICTIM: State of California |
AGE: 42 (Female) |
| ADDRESS: San Jose Resident |
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SUSPECT: Roman Aguilar
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Age: 25 (Male) |
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San Jose: On April 30th, 2010 at approximately 4:43 pm, the suspect entered the Mexican Brothers Market located in the 100 block of W. Alma Ave. in the City of San Jose. The suspect approached the lone female clerk standing near a cash register. The suspect pointed a firearm at the clerk, and demanded money. After the clerk opened the register, the suspect grabbed an undisclosed amount of cash from the drawer, and then shot the clerk once in the lower extremity. The suspect fled and was last seen running southbound on Sanborn Ave. The victim was transported to a local hospital with a non life-threatening gunshot wound.
At approximately 7:08 pm, San Jose Police officers received a call of a suspicious person in the 1200 block of Panoche Ave., in the City of San Jose. Panoche Ave. is located approximately
2-1/2 miles east of where the robbery occurred. A resident told police that a man with a bandana covering his face was standing in her driveway. The resident recognized the man as the same subject who had previously fired a weapon into a neighboring home. The suspect ran away when he noticed the resident watching him.
The resident provided responding officers with a description of the suspect, which was immediately broadcast over the police radio. The patrol officers who investigated the earlier robbery and shooting at the market, heard the broadcast and realized that the description of the suspicious person matched that of the robbery suspect. They responded to the scene and were able to locate the suspect's residence. The suspect, who was later identified as 25-year-old Roman Aguilar, denied involvement in the robbery; however, during a search of his home, investigators discovered a firearm and similar clothing believed to be used in the robbery. Also collected was money believed to be taken during the commission of the robbery. The suspect was arrested without incident and booked on charges of attempted murder, robbery and assault with a deadly weapon.
Anyone with information about this crime is asked to contact Detective Adam Hutson of the San Jose Police Department Robbery Unit at (408) 277-4166. Persons wishing to remain anonymous can call the Crime Stoppers tip line at (408) 947-STOP (7867).
| BY: Dirk Parsons #1096n |
AUTHORIZED BY: Lt. Laurence Ryan |
| DATE: 05-05-10 TIME: 8:45am |
DATE: 5-5-10 TIME: 9:13am |
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Male suspect has assaulted women while by grabbing them by their upper legs and, in one case, knocking to ground.
| TYPE OF CRIME: Serial Battery Suspect |
CASE NUMBER: 10-098-0325 |
| LOCATION: Saratoga Creek Trail, between Bollinger and Doyle roads |
DATE: 4/26/2010 TIME: 8:00am-8:20 am |
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| VICTIMS: Withheld |
AGE: 15-31 years (Females) |
| ADDRESS: San Jose and Saratoga Residents |
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| SUSPECT: Unknown |
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San Jose: The San Police Department is currently investigating four reports of a suspicous male adult following female joggers along the Saratoga Creek Trail (pedestrian trail). These incidents have occurred on the pedestrian trail area between Bollinger and Doyle roads, on the west side of Lawrence Expressway.
The first reported incident occured in October 2009, with the most recent incident occurring today, 5/4/10. The Santa Clara County Sheriff's Office is investigating a similar incident that occurred in the same area in February 2010, totalling five reported incidents. The majority of the incidents occurred between 7:30 a.m. and 10:00 a.m., with one occurring at 3:30 p.m.
In all cases, the victims encounter the suspect along the trail while jogging. In one case, the suspect confronted the victim and wrapped his arms around her legs.
In three cases, the suspect was walking along the trail and waited for the victims to pass him as they jogged. After passing him, the suspect jogs and follows the victims until catching up to them and grabbing them by the legs.
In another case, the suspect followed the victim on two previous occasions; however, the suspect did not physically assault her in either instance. The victim did not report the two previous incidents until today, after being followed by the same suspect a third time. The suspect did not physically assault the victim in today's incident; however, the victim decided to call the police after feeling continuously harassed.
In one incident, the suspect briefly pulled the victim to the ground then fled on foot. The victim sustained minor injuries in that incident. In all cases, the suspect immediately fled after the victims resisted and called out for help.
The San Jose Police Department is actively investigating these incidents in collaboration with the Santa Clara County Sheriff's Office in an attempt to identify the suspect and any other potential victims.
The suspect is described as being of East Indian, Middle Eastern, or Hispanic descent; approximately 25-35 years of age; dark hair and brown eyes; 5'9" - 5'10" in height, with a thin build.
The San Jose Police Department is asking any victims or others with information to call Detective A. Fregger #3878 of the San Jose Police Department, Sexual Assault Investigation Unit, at (408) 277-4102. Persons wishing to remain anonymous may call the Crime Stoppers tip line at (408) 947-STOP (7867).
| BY: J. Garcia #3532 |
AUTHORIZED BY: Cpt. G. Kirby #1823 |
| DATE: 05/4/2010 TIME: 5:15 PM |
DATE: 5/4/2010 TIME: 5:15 PM |
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DUI Checkpoint on Saturday, May 15, 2010
Major Enforcement Effort Seeks to Save Lives
Sobriety and Driver's License Checkpoint
In City of San Jose, California
Saturday, May 15, 2010
9:00PM to 3:00AM
San Jose Police Department Targets Impaired Drivers with Checkpoint
The City of San Jose Police Department will be conducting a DUI/Driver's License checkpoint in the City of San Jose on Saturday, May 15, 2010 from 9:00 p.m. to 3:00 a.m. In an effort to reduce the number of persons killed and injured in alcohol involved crashes, DUI checkpoints are conducted to identify offenders and get them off the street, as well as to educate the public on the dangers of impaired driving.
All too often, members of our community are senselessly injured or killed on local roadways by impaired drivers. This DUI/Driver's License checkpoint is an effort to reduce those tragedies, as well as ensuring that drivers have a valid driver's license. A major component of these checkpoints is to increase awareness of the dangers of impaired driving and to encourage sober designated drivers.
A DUI checkpoint is a proven effective method for achieving this goal. By publicizing these enforcement and education efforts, the City of San Jose Police Department believes motorists can be deterred from drinking and driving.
Traffic volume and weather permitting, all vehicles may be checked and drivers who are under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs will be arrested. Our objective is to send a clear message to those who are considering driving a motor vehicle after consuming alcohol and/or drugs -- Drunk Driving--Over the Limit, Under Arrest. The public is encouraged to help keep roadways safe by calling 9-1-1 if they see a suspected impaired driver.
Funding for this operation is provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Inquires can be directed to Sgt. Steven Angel at 408-277-4341.
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46-year-old San Jose resident male missing under suspicious circumstances.
| TYPE OF CRIME: Missing Person |
CASE NUMBER: 10-125-9502 |
| LOCATION: 1700 block of De Rose Way |
DATE: 4/30/2010 TIME: 5:13 P.M. |
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| VICTIM: Virdell Green, Jr. |
AGE: 46 years |
| ADDRESS: San Jose Resident |
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| VEHICLE: Black 2002 Jeep Liberty SUV |
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San Jose: The San Jose Police Department is investigating the disappearance of 46-year-old Virdell Green, Jr., of San Jose. Virdell was reported missing by his employer on Wednesday, 5/5/10, after failing to show for work in Santa Cruz on 5/3/10.
Virdell was last heard from on 4/30/10 at 5:13 p.m. after leaving a voice mail message for his current girlfriend. His car, a Black 2002 Jeep Liberty sports utility vehicle, was located at his ex-girlfriends house in San Jose later that evening around 8:00 p.m., along with keys and personal property. However, Virdell was not seen parking the vehicle by any witnesses; it is unknown who actually parked the vehicle at that location. (Virdell Green and his ex-girlfriend have a child in common and maintain contact for that reason.)
Virdell Green is also member of a local musical group. Investigation revealed Virdell Green failed to show for musical performance engagements and band rehearsal since 4/30/10.
Family, friends, and coworkers have not heard from Virdell, which is reportedly uncharacteristic of him. He failed to call his employer or band members to report any planned absences, which is extremely out of character for him.
Virdell is African-American, between 5'7" and 5'8" in height, between 170-180 lbs., black hair and brown eyes, and known to wear prescription glasses and earrings (unknown if ears are pierced).
Anyone with information regarding Mr. Green or his whereabouts is urged to call the San Jose Police Department, Missing Persons Unit, at (408) 277-4786 during normal business hours.
If calling after hours, please dial (408) 277-8900 or 9-1-1. Persons wishing to remain anonymous can call the Crime Stoppers tip line at (408) 947-STOP (7687).
| BY: J. Garcia #3532 |
AUTHORIZED BY: Sgt. Eric Quan #3108 |
| DATE: 5/11/2010 TIME: 3:30 PM |
DATE: 5/11/2010 TIME: 3:30 PM |
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Two Subjects Arrested for Homicide of Homeless Man
| TYPE OF CRIME: Homicide |
CASE NUMBER: 10-128-0510 |
| LOCATION: Branham Ln. Creek Area east of Almaden Expressway, San Jose |
DATE: 5/8/2010 TIME: 10:49 AM |
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| VICTIM: Darold Nunes |
AGE: 54 (Male) |
| ADDRESS: Transient/San Jose |
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| SUSPECT: Kathleen Hixson |
AGE: 44 Years (Female) |
| ADDRESS: Transient/San Jose |
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| SUSPECT: Michael Mosier |
AGE: 42 (Male) |
| ADDRESS: Transient/San Jose |
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Suspect: Kathleen Hixon |
Suspect: Michael Mosier |
On Saturday, May 8, 2010 at approximately 10:49am, a homeless subject called 9-1-1 to report a deceased male under the Branham Lane bridge in the Guadalupe Creek area located approximately 100 yards east of Almaden Expressway.
Officers who arrived to investigate noted no signs of foul play to the victim's body or at the surrounding scene; however, an autopsy performed Tuesday, May 11th, by the Santa Clara County Medical Examiner's Office determined that Nunes' death resulted from strangulation. Following a homicide investigation, officers from the San Jose Police Department Metro Unit located and arrested two transient suspects at approximately 8:40 PM Tuesday. The suspects were booked into the Santa Clara County Jail on murder charges at approximately 4:30 AM on Wednesday May 12th.
This marks San Jose's 9th homicide of 2010.
Anyone with information is urged to contact Detective Sergeant Loyd Kinsworthy #2789 or Detective William Hoyt #3553 of the San Jose Police Department's Homicide Unit at (408) 277-5283. Persons wishing to remain anonymous may call Crime Stoppers at (408) 947-STOP (7867).
| BY: Dirk Parsons 1096n |
AUTHORIZED BY: Sgt. L. Kinsworthy #2789 |
| DATE: 5/12/2010 TIME: 5:05 PM |
DATE: 5-12-10 TIME: 6:50 PM |
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DUI Checkpoint on Saturday, May 15, 2010 (Updated with Location)
Major Enforcement Effort Seeks to Save Lives
Sobriety and Driver's License Checkpoint
In City of San Jose, California
Saturday, May 15, 2010
9:00PM to 3:00AM
San Jose Police Department Targets Impaired Drivers with Checkpoint
The City of San Jose Police Department will be conducting a DUI/Driver's License checkpoint at S. Bascom Avenue and Stokes Street in the City of San Jose on Saturday, May 15, 2010 from 9:00 p.m. to 3:00 a.m. In an effort to reduce the number of persons killed and injured in alcohol involved crashes, DUI checkpoints are conducted to identify offenders and get them off the street, as well as to educate the public on the dangers of impaired driving.
All too often, members of our community are senselessly injured or killed on local roadways by impaired drivers. This DUI/Driver's License checkpoint is an effort to reduce those tragedies, as well as ensuring that drivers have a valid driver's license. A major component of these checkpoints is to increase awareness of the dangers of impaired driving and to encourage sober designated drivers.
A DUI checkpoint is a proven effective method for achieving this goal. By publicizing these enforcement and education efforts, the City of San Jose Police Department believes motorists can be deterred from drinking and driving.
Traffic volume and weather permitting, all vehicles may be checked and drivers who are under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs will be arrested. Our objective is to send a clear message to those who are considering driving a motor vehicle after consuming alcohol and/or drugs -- Drunk Driving--Over the Limit, Under Arrest. The public is encouraged to help keep roadways safe by calling 9-1-1 if they see a suspected impaired driver.
Funding for this operation is provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Inquires can be directed to Sgt. Steven Angel at 408-277-4341.
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San Jose Police Dept. is investigating child sexual abuse and trying to determine if there are more victims
| TYPE OF CRIME: Child Sexual Abuse |
CASE NUMBER: 10-130-0644 |
| LOCATION: 2700 block of Kesey Ln., San Jose |
DATE: 5/11/2010 TIME: 12:30 AM
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| VICTIM: Withheld |
AGE: 2 - 17 years |
| ADDRESS: San Jose and Pinole, CA |
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| SUSPECT: Moore, John Zeno |
AGE: 38 Years (Male) |
| ADDRESS: San Jose resident |
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San Jose: On May 11, 2010, the San Jose Police Department's Child Exploitation / Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force Detectives served a search warrant at the 2700 Block of Kesey Lane in San Jose. Detectives learned the suspect, John Zeno Moore, utilized hidden cameras in his home bathroom to covertly videotape women and children who rented rooms from him. Several servers and computers were located inside the residence. Upon reviewing images and videos on one of the aforementioned computers, investigators discovered Moore had videotaped himself molesting a toddler. Several other juvenile victims were identified as a result of this investigation.
Investigators believe, due to the circumstances of this case and the fact that Moore was secretly videotaping his victims, that there may be more unidentified victims. Persons with information are encouraged to contact the San Jose Police Department.
Moore knows he is wanted and is evading law enforcement. Moore's whereabouts are unknown; however, he has connections throughout the East Bay, San Jose, Modesto, Bakersfield and Placerville.
Anyone with information on this case is asked to call Detective Chubon, Detective Nunes or Sgt. Schriefer of the San Jose Police Department's Child Exploitation Detail at (408) 277-4102. Persons wishing to remain anonymous may call Crime Stoppers at (408) 947-STOP.
| BY: Dirk Parsons #1096N |
AUTHORIZED BY: Lt. M. Kihmm |
| DATE: 5/18/2010 TIME: 5:10 PM |
DATE: 5/18/2010 TIME: 4:30 PM |
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Suspect in San Jose Homicide Arrested at Border Crossing
| TYPE OF CRIME: Homicide |
CASE NUMBER: 10-136-0236 |
| LOCATION: 1700 block of Story Rd., San Jose |
DATE: 5/16/2010 TIME: 2:56 AM
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| VICTIM: Jorge Soto |
AGE: 20 years (Male) |
| ADDRESS: San Jose resident |
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| SUSPECT: Javier Rodriguez-Adame |
AGE: 24 Years (Male) |
| ADDRESS: San Jose resident |
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San Jose: On Sunday, May 16, 2010, at approximately 2:56 AM, San Jose Police Officers received a call of a shooting in the parking lot of a shopping center located in the 1700 block of Story Rd. at King Rd. in San Jose.
When officers arrived, they found a 20 year old male victim who had been shot. He was pronounced dead at the scene and the suspect had fled. San Jose Police homicide investigators later identified the suspect as 24-year-old Javier Rodriguez-Adame.
On Monday, May 17, 2010, at approximately 11:40 AM, Rodriguez-Adame was captured by officers of the U.S. Customs and Border Protection while conducting southbound traffic checks on Interstate 5 at the San Ysidro port of entry. CBP officers identified a passenger in a vehicle as Francisco Rodriguez-Adame and discovered that he was wanted by the San Jose Police Department for murder. CBP Officers and San Jose Police detectives took him into custody.
This was the city's tenth homicide of 2010.
Anyone with information is urged to contact Detective Sergeant Loyd Kinsworthy and Detective Bill Hoyt of the San Jose Police Department's Homicide Unit at (408) 277-5283. Persons wishing to remain anonymous may call Crime Stoppers at (408) 947-STOP (7867).
San Jose:
| BY: Dirk Parsons 1096N |
AUTHORIZED BY: Sgt. T. Mata |
| DATE: 5/18/2010 TIME: 4:50 PM |
DATE: 5/18/2010 TIME: 5:00 PM |
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San Jose Police Department investigators have arrested a 29-year-old man for indecent exposure
| TYPE OF CRIME: Indecent Exposure |
CASE NUMBER: 10-069-0290 |
| LOCATION: Edenvale and Sylvandale areas of the City of San Jose |
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| VICTIM: Withheld |
AGE: 12 - 18 years |
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| SUSPECT: Fidel Duran Morales |
AGE: 29 Years (Male) |
| ADDRESS: San Jose resident |
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San Jose: The San Jose Police Departments Child Exploitation Detail / Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force conducted an indecent exposure investigation involving an unknown adult male exposing his genitals to females in the Edenvale and Sylvandale neighborhoods of San Jose. In most incidents, the suspect parked his vehicle and exposed himself to juvenile females. A subsequent investigation led to the arrest of San Jose resident, Fidel Duran Morales.
The San Jose Police Department is asking any victims or others with information to call Detective Russ Chubon with the San Jose Police Department Child Exploitation Detail at (408) 277-4102. Persons wishing to remain anonymous can call the Crime Stoppers tip line at (408) 947-STOP (7867).
| BY: Dirk Parsons #1096N |
AUTHORIZED BY: Lt. M. Kihmm |
| DATE: 5/19/2010 TIME: 9:40 AM |
DATE: 5/18/2010 TIME: 4:30 PM |
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Medicinal marijuana dispensary is robbed at gunpoint by three suspects. No one injured; suspects remain at large.
| TYPE OF CRIME: Armed Robbery |
CASE NUMBER: 10-140-0501 |
| LOCATION: 300 block of Commercial St. |
DATE: 5/20/2010 TIME: 12:40 PM |
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| VICTIM: South Bay Cannamed Patient Association (SBCPA) |
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| ADDRESS: San Jose Business |
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| SUSPECT: Hispanic male, 5'10", 170 lbs., dark complexion |
AGE: 20-30 years |
| ADDRESS: Unknown |
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| SUSPECT: Black male, 5'10", 180 lbs. |
AGE: 30's |
| ADDRESS: Uknown |
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| SUSPECT: Black male adult, no further description |
AGE: Unknown |
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San Jose: On 5/20/10, 12:40 p.m., 2 to 3 male adults entered the South Bay Cannamed Patient Association, a medicinal marijuana dispensary, located in the 300 block of Commercial Street, and robbed the business at gunpoint.
The suspects took over the business, consisting of five employees and three customers, and stole an undetermined amount of marijuana. The suspects also robbed employees and patients of their money before fleeing in a vehicle. No one was injured during the robbery.
Robbery detectives developed information during their investigation leading to the location of the suspect vehicle. Detectives questioned its owner and are actively pursuing all leads.
The San Jose Police Department is asking for the public's assistance in identifying the suspects involved in this robbery. Anyone with information on this case is urged to call Detectives Jonathan Atkinson #3870 or Chris Wilson #2702 of the robbery unit at (408) 277-4166. Persons wishing to remain anonymous can call Crime Stoppers at (408) 947-STOP (7867).
| BY: Officer Jose Garcia #3532 |
AUTHORIZED BY: Lt. L. Ryan #2802 |
| DATE: 5/21/2010 TIME: 6:15 PM |
DATE: 5/21/2010 TIME: 6:30 PM |
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The San Jose Police will be enforcing the seatbelt law during the Click-it or Ticket campaign, May 24-June 6, 2010
May 21, 2010
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
BUCKLE UP DAY AND NIGHT
Seat Belt Ticket Increases to $142
SAN JOSE: If youre planning to hit the road for a late spring or early summer getaway, be sure that everyone in the car wears their seat belt on every trip, day and night. Law enforcement throughout the state, including San Jose Police Department will be looking for unbelted drivers and passengers as part of the 2010 Click It or Ticket mobilization, May 24 June 6. This year, fines and fees have increased from $132 to $142 for first time adult seat belt violations. For children under 16, the fine is now $445 for a first time offense.
Keep your friends and family safe by buckling up no matter where youre going, said Police Chief Davis. We will be looking for motorists throughout the area who are not buckling up, day and night. Its not just about avoiding a ticket; its about keeping the ones you care about alive.
Seat belt violators will receive citations no warnings. The Click It or Ticket campaign relies on heavy enforcement and public education as a means to help save lives on Californias roadways.
Wearing a seat belt is just simply the easiest and most effective thing you can do on the road to protect yourself and your family, said Christopher J. Murphy, Director of the California Office of Traffic Safety. That means buckling up day and night, on every trip.
More than 600 permanent Click It or Ticket highway signs, which have been up since 2005, will be updated to reflect the new Minimum $142 in the coming months.
Currently California has a seat belt usage rate of 95.3 percent, but that still means over half a million people are not buckling up. Properly restrained drivers, passengers and children have a 50 percent better chance of surviving a crash than unbelted occupants. Those ejected from vehicles in crashes or roll-overs are up to 35 times more likely to die than restrained occupants.
More than 150 local law enforcement agencies statewide and the CHP will be participating in this years Click It or Ticket mobilization. Funding to support Californias Click It or Ticket campaign was provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
California's 2010
Click It or Ticket
Seat Belt Enforcement Campaign
Facts and Figures
California's 2009 seat belt use rate is 95.3 percent. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the national average in 2008 was 83 percent, a gain from 82 percent over 2007 (California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) and NHTSA).
Since the Click It or Ticket campaign began in California in 2005, Californias seat belt use rate has increased from 90.4 percent in 2004 to 95.3 percent in 2009. In the last four years alone, it is estimated that more than 1.25 million more motorists in the state have begun buckling up regularly (OTS).
According to the 2009 California seat belt use survey, Glenn County had the highest seat belt usage rate of the 39 counties surveyed at 97.7 percent, while Contra Costa County had the lowest seat belt use rate at 88.9 percent.
California counties with the top 10 highest seat belt use rates include:
Tehama 97.8 San Luis Obispo 96.9
Glenn 97.7 Shasta 96.8
San Joaquin 97.4 Santa Barbara 96.6
San Mateo 97.1 Alameda 96.4
Ventura 97.0 Solano 96.3
California's 2009 teen seat belt use rate is 91.1 percent, up slightly from the 2008 teen rate of 89.6 percent (OTS).
California's 2009 child safety seat usage rate is 90.9 percent a decrease from the 2008 rate of 94.4 percent (OTS).
The cost for a seat belt violation in California for unbuckled vehicle occupants over age 16 is $142. (California Department of Motor Vehicles).
When children under age six are not properly secured in a vehicle, the parent or driver can receive one point on their driving record, in addition to a ticket of $445 on a first offense. If the parent is not in the car, the driver gets the ticket (DMV).
California is one of 27 states with primary enforcement seat belt laws as of May 31, 2009 (NHTSA Center for Statistics and Analysis DOT HS 811 036).
Contact:
Lieutenant D. Honda
San Jose Police Department
Traffic Enforcement Unit
(408) 277-4341
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Children and Teens Invited to a Free Soccer Clinic on Saturday, May 29th, 2010
Media Advisory
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Presented by the San Jose Police Department, Franklin-McKinley School District and Yerba Buena High School |
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Saturday, May 29th, 2010 9:00am - 12:00pm |
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J.W. Fair Middle School
1702 McLaughlin Ave., San Jose, CA 95122 |
DETAILS: The San Jose Police Department is partnering with the Franklin-McKinley School District and Yerba Buena High School to present a free soccer clinic on Saturday, May 29th, 2010 from 9:00am until 12:00 noon at J.W. Fair Middle School, 1702 McLaughlin Ave. in San Jose. The event is part of the Franklin-McKinley Children's Initiative.
All children and teens are invited to attend this free event. It's a great opportunity to have fun and learn new soccer skills. Instruction will be provided by members of the Yerba Buena High School soccer team. Free soccer balls will be given out while supplies last and free refreshments will be available.
No reservations are required--just show up at Fair Middle School ready to play!
| BY: Dirk Parsons #1096n |
AUTHORIZED BY: Lt. John Spicer |
| DATE: 05-25-10 TIME: 1:10 PM |
DATE: 05-25-10 TIME: 1:00 PM |
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San Jose Police will conduct a Memorial Weekend sobriety and driver license checkpoint Saturday, May 29, 2010.
Major Enforcement Effort Seeks to Save Lives
Sobriety and Driver License Checkpoint
San Jose, California
Saturday, May 29, 2010
9:00PM to 3:00AM
San Jose Police Department Targets Impaired Drivers
with Checkpoint on Memorial Day Weekend
The San Jose Police Department will conduct a Sobriety/Driver License checkpoint in the City of San Jose on Saturday, May 29, 2010 from 9:00 p.m. to 3:00 a.m.
In an effort to reduce the number of persons killed and injured in alcohol-related crashes, sobriety checkpoints are conducted to identify offenders and get them off the street, as well as to educate the public on the dangers of impaired driving.
All too often, members of our community are senselessly injured or killed on local roadways by impaired drivers. This Sobriety/Driver License checkpoint is an effort to reduce those tragedies, as well as ensuring motorists have a valid driver license. A major component of these checkpoints is to increase awareness of the dangers of impaired driving and to encourage sober designated drivers.
A sobriety checkpoint is a proven and effective method for achieving this goal. By publicizing these enforcement and educational efforts, the San Jose Police Department believes motorists can be deterred from drinking and driving.
Traffic volume- and weather permitting, all vehicles may be checked and drivers who are under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs will be arrested. Our objective is to send a clear message to those who are considering driving a motor vehicle after consuming alcohol and/or drugs: Drunk Driving, Over the Limit, Under Arrest.
The public is encouraged to help keep roadways safe by calling 9-1-1 if they observe a suspected impaired driver.
Funding for this operation is provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS), through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
Inquires can be directed to Sgt. Steven Angel at 408-277-4341.
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San Jose Police will conduct a Memorial Day weekend Sobriety & Driver License Checkpoint, Saturday, 5/29/10.
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Major Enforcement Effort Seeks to Save Lives
Sobriety and Driver License Checkpoint
San Jose, California
Saturday, May 29, 2010
9:00PM to 3:00AM
San Jose Police Department Targets Impaired Drivers
with Checkpoint on Memorial Day Weekend
The San Jose Police Department will conduct a Sobriety/Driver License checkpoint in the City of San Jose on Saturday, May 29, 2010 from 9:00 p.m. to 3:00 a.m., at South First Street and Highway 280, in San Jose.
In an effort to reduce the number of persons killed and injured in alcohol-related crashes, sobriety checkpoints are conducted to identify offenders and get them off the street, as well as to educate the public on the dangers of impaired driving.
All too often, members of our community are senselessly injured or killed on local roadways by impaired drivers. This Sobriety/Driver License checkpoint is an effort to reduce those tragedies, as well as ensuring motorists have a valid driver license. A major component of these checkpoints is to increase awareness of the dangers of impaired driving and to encourage sober designated drivers.
A sobriety checkpoint is a proven and effective method for achieving this goal. By publicizing these enforcement and educational efforts, the San Jose Police Department believes motorists can be deterred from drinking and driving.
Traffic volume- and weather permitting, all vehicles may be checked and drivers who are under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs will be arrested. Our objective is to send a clear message to those who are considering driving a motor vehicle after consuming alcohol and/or drug: Drunk Driving, Over the Limit, Under Arrest.
The public is encouraged to help keep roadways safe by calling 9-1-1 if they observe a suspected impaired driver.
Funding for this operation is provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS), through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
Inquires can be directed to Sgt. Steven Angel at 408-277-4341.
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Bank robbery suspect captured while trying to flee on light rail train.
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TYPE OF CRIME: Robbery |
CASE NUMBER: 10-152-0496 |
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LOCATION: Wells Fargo Bank, 100 block of S. Market St., San Jose, CA |
DATE: 06-01-2010 TIME: 12:53pm |
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VICTIM: State of California |
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SUSPECT: Ermec Antonio Avalos
San Jose Resident |
Age: 25 years (Male) |
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San Jose:
On Tuesday, June 1st, 2010, San Jose Police officers responded to a report of a bank robbery at the Wells Fargo Bank in the 100 block of S. Market St. Witnesses told officers that the suspect entered the bank and approached a teller. He handed the teller a note that stated he had a firearm and demanded cash. The teller complied, handing over an undisclosed amount of cash, after which the suspect fled the bank.
Patrol officers developed information that the suspect may have boarded a northbound VTA light rail train. They met the train at the St. James Park light rail station and located the suspect aboard the train. He was arrested without incident and booked on robbery charges into the Santa Clara County jail. The money taken from the bank was recovered by officers. No firearm was found in the suspect's possession and there were no injuries to any of the passengers aboard the light rail train.
Anyone with information about this crime is asked to contact Detective Sanchez or Detective Corral of the San Jose Police Department Robbery Unit at (408) 277-4166. Persons wishing to remain anonymous can call the Crime Stoppers tip line at (408) 947-STOP (7867).
| BY: Dirk Parsons #1096n |
AUTHORIZED BY: Lt. Laurence Ryan |
| DATE: 06-01-10 TIME: 6:10pm |
DATE: 06-01-10 TIME: 6:25pm |
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Subject identified in battery cases that occurred on Saratoga Creek Trail
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TYPE OF CRIME: Battery |
CASE NUMBER: 10-098-0325 |
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LOCATION: Saratoga Creek Trail between Bollinger Rd. and Doyle Rd., San Jose, CA |
DATE: 04-26-2010 TIME: 8:00am |
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VICTIM: Multiple; withheld |
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SUSPECT: Curtis Campbell
Cupertino Resident |
Age: 29 years (Male) |
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San Jose:
The San Jose Police Department has been investigating four reports of a suspicious male adult following female joggers along the Saratoga Creek Trail (pedestrian trail). In addition, the Santa Clara County Sheriff's Department received a similar report within the same area. These incidents have occurred on the pedestrian trail area between Bollinger Rd. and Doyle Rd. on the west side of Lawrence Expressway. In several instances, the suspect made unwelcome physical contact with female joggers as they ran along the creek pathway.
The San Jose Police Department Bureau of Investigations and the Bureau of Field Operations conducted a thorough investigation and extensive community outreach in order to identify and apprehend the responsible party. On Sunday, May 30th, 2010, a citizen reported seeing a person matching the description of the suspect on the trail. Patrol officers located the suspect as he was leaving the area. The suspect, identified as Curtis Campbell of Cupertino, was cooperative and accompanied officers to the police department for an interview with detectives. He admitted his involvement in all of the incidents.
Investigating detectives found that Campbell is developmentally disabled and was unaware of the gravity of his actions. The case has been referred to the Santa Clara County District Attorney's Office for review.
| BY: Dirk Parsons #1096n |
AUTHORIZED BY: Capt. G. Kirby |
| DATE: 06-02-10 TIME: 5:00pm |
DATE: 06-02-10 TIME: 7:33pm |
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Suspect in a series of San Jose robberies captured after attemping to shoot police dog.
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TYPE OF CRIME: Robbery |
CASE NUMBER: 10-148-0634
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LOCATION: S. 7th St. and E. Reed St., |
DATE: 05-28-2010 TIME: 2:23pm |
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SUSPECT: Russell Edward Garcia
San Jose Resident |
Age: 30 years (Male) |
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San Jose:
On Friday, May 28th, 2010, San Jose Police officers arrested Russell Edward Garcia following an investigation into a string of armed robberies in San Jose.
The first incident occurred on Monday, May 17th, 2010 at approximately 10:45pm when a person delivering a pizza in the 200 block of N. 19th St. was robbed by a male suspect and his accomplice. The male, later identified as suspect Garcia, displayed a firearm and demanded money. The victim complied and the suspects fled. The victim was not injured.
The second incident occurred on Thursday, May 20th, 2010 at approximately 3:12pm. A taxicab was dispatched to the 800 block of E. St. James St. to pick up a fare. The cab driver picked up the fare, who was subsequently identified as Garcia's accomplice. The accomplice was taken to an address in the 400 block of S. 11th St., where the accomplice got out of the cab and walked to a residence. After the driver made a U-turn and parked the cab to wait for the accomplice's return, the suspect jumped in the back seat of the cab and pointed a firearm at the driver's head. Fearing for his life, the driver complied and the suspect fled. The driver was uninjured.
On Tuesday, May 25th at approximately 10:35pm, a taxicab was dispatched to the 300 block of N. 13th St. in San Jose. When the driver arrived, the suspect entered the back seat of the cab. While the cab was in motion, the suspect pointed a handgun at the driver's head and demanded cash. The suspect took the money and fled. There were no injuries.
The final incident occurred on Friday, May 28th at approximately 2:23pm when a taxicab was dispatched to pick up a fare in the 600 block of Novak Dr. in San Jose. After the suspect directed the cab driver to proceed to an undisclosed location, the suspect pointed a firearm at the driver and demanded cash. After robbing the driver, the suspect ordered him out of the cab and the suspect drove away in the vehicle. Officers located the unoccupied taxicab a few blocks away.
Following an investigation, San Jose Police Department robbery detectives identified Garcia as the suspect in these crimes and initiated a surveillance of a residence he was known to frequent. During the surveillance, Garcia was observed leaving the home. San Jose Police officers followed Garcia to the area of S. 7th St. and E. Reed St. in San Jose and attempted to take him into custody. The suspect ran from officers and was pursued by San Jose police canine "Rocco." During the apprehension, the suspect drew a gun from his waist area, pointed it at "Rocco" and pulled the trigger, but the weapon malfunctioned and did not fire. "Rocco" apprehended Garcia by pulling him to the ground; however, Garcia again pointed the weapon at the dog and pulled the trigger. Again, the firearm malfunctioned. Officers were able to subdue Garcia and safely take him into custody. In addition to committing the robberies, Garcia had multiple outstanding warrants was wanted for absconding from parole. He was treated for dog bite injuries at a local hospital and then booked into the Santa Clara County Jail. Detectives continue to investigate the possible involvement of others in these crimes.
Anyone with information about any of these crimes is asked to contact Detective McDonald or Detective Mitchell of the San Jose Police Department Robbery Unit at (408) 277-4166. Persons wishing to remain anonymous can call the Crime Stoppers tip line at (408) 947-STOP (7867).
| BY: Dirk Parsons #1096n |
AUTHORIZED BY: Lt. Laurence Ryan |
| DATE: 06-02-10 TIME: 2:25pm |
DATE: 06-02-10 TIME: 2:40pm |
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San Jose Police makes arrests in 2008 fatal vehicle vs. pedestrian collision which occurred in downtown San Jose.
| TYPE OF CRIME: Fatal Hit & Run Collision |
CASE NUMBER: 08-243-0405 |
| LOCATION: E. Santa Clara & 7th streets |
DATE: 8/30/2008 TIME: 8:40 AM |
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| VICTIM: Maria Dolores Acosta de Reyes |
AGE: 69 years (Female) |
| ADDRESS: San Jose Resident |
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| SUSPECT: Manuel Ramirez Ramos |
AGE: 46 years (Male) |
| ADDRESS: Los Banos Resident |
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| SUSPECT: Juan Ahumada Solorzano |
AGE: 50 years (Male) |
| ADDRESS: San Jose Resident |
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 Suspect Juan Ahumada Solorzano |
San Jose:
On June 1, 2010, approximately 7:00 a.m., the San Jose Police Department's Traffic Investigations Unit served search warrants in San Jose and Los Banos, related to the August 30, 2008 fatal hit-and-run collision that occurred in downtown San Jose. Along with other potential evidence, the two-year investigation resulted in officers recovering a dark blue 1994 Toyota 4-Runner sports utility vehicle, believed to have been involved in the collision.
Police arrested 46-year-old Los Banos resident, Manuel Ramirez Ramos, and charged him with being the driver of the vehicle involved in the hit-and-run collision. Police also arrested 50-year-old San Jose resident, Juan Ahumada Solorzano, the registered owner of the Toyota 4-Runner, for aiding Ramos conceal evidence of the crime.
Ramos was a resident of San Jose at the time of the collision and is the brother-in-law of Solorzano. Ramos and Solorzano were booked into the Santa Clara County Jail.
The San Jose police would like to thank members of the public for coming forward and providing information that led to the arrests and recovery of the evidence.
Anyone with information on this case is urged to call Investigator Kevin Cassidy of the San Jose Police Department Vehicular Crimes Unit at 408-277-4654. Persons wishing to remain anonymous may call Crime Stoppers at 408-947-STOP.
| BY: Officer Jose Garcia #3532 |
AUTHORIZED BY: Lt. B. Reinhardt #2516 |
| DATE: 6/2/2008 TIME: 3:45 PM |
DATE: 6/2/2008 TIME: 3:30 PM |
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On August 3, 2010, San Jose residents will participate in National Night Out 2010, from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
MEDIA ADVISORY
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
June 10, 2010
National Night Out 2010
On Tuesday, August 3, 2010, neighborhoods throughout San Jose are invited to join forces with thousands of communities nationwide for the "27th Annual National Night Out". National Night Out will involve over 10,000 communities from all 50 States, U.S. Territories, Canadian cities and military bases around the world. In all, over 34 million people are expected to participate in "Americas Night Out Against Crime".
National Night Out is designed to: (1) Heighten crime and drug awareness; (2) Generate support for, and participation in, local anticrime efforts; (3) Strengthen neighborhood spirit and police/community partnerships; and (4) Send a message to criminals letting them know neighborhoods are organized and fighting back.
From 6 to 10 p.m. on August 3rd, residents in neighborhoods throughout San Jose and across the nation are asked to lock their doors, turn on outside lights and spend an evening outside with neighbors and police. Many neighborhoods throughout San Jose will be hosting a variety of special events such as block parties, cookouts, ice cream socials, barbeques and informal gatherings. National Night Out events don't have to be big or expensive. The important thing is to spend some time enjoying your neighborhood and getting to know your neighbors. Relax in the front yard, talk with neighbors and watch the kids play. You'll be supporting crime prevention efforts in San Jose while celebrating your neighborhood.
Last year approximately 100 San Jose neighborhoods showed their support for National Night Out by enjoying an evening with their neighbors and local police officers. To include your neighborhood in this years event register on line at www.sjpd.org or contact the San Jose Police Department Crime Prevention Unit at (408) 277-4133. Join us on Tuesday, August 3rd, and Give Crime & Drugs A Going Away Party.
Contact: Kim Gaddis
(408) 277-4133
| BY: Officer Jose Garcia #3532 |
AUTHORIZED BY: Sgt. AJ Young #2369 |
| DATE: 6/10/2010 TIME: 8:30 AM |
DATE: 6/10/2010 TIME: 8:15 AM |
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San Jose Police will conduct a sobriety and driver's license checkpoint Saturday, June 12, 2010, from 9pm to 3am.
Major Enforcement Effort Seeks to Save Lives
Sobriety and Driver's License Checkpoint
San Jose, California
Saturday, June 12, 2010
9:00PM to 3:00AM
San Jose Police Department Targets Impaired Drivers
with Checkpoint
The San Jose Police Department will conduct a sobriety and driver's license checkpoint in the City of San Jose on Saturday, June 12, 2010 from 9:00 p.m. to 3:00 a.m.
In an effort to reduce the number of persons killed and injured in alcohol-related crashes, sobriety checkpoints are conducted to identify offenders and get them off the street, as well as to educate the public on the dangers of impaired driving.
All too often, members of our community are senselessly injured or killed on local roadways by impaired drivers. This sobriety/driver's license checkpoint is an effort to reduce those tragedies, as well as ensuring motorists have a valid driver license. A major component of these checkpoints is to increase awareness of the dangers of impaired driving and to encourage sober designated drivers.
A sobriety checkpoint is a proven and effective method for achieving this goal. By publicizing these enforcement and educational efforts, the San Jose Police Department believes motorists can be deterred from drinking and driving.
Traffic volume- and weather permitting, all vehicles may be checked and drivers who are under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs will be arrested. Our objective is to send a clear message to those who are considering driving a motor vehicle after consuming alcohol and/or drugs: Drunk Driving, Over the Limit, Under Arrest.
The public is encouraged to help keep roadways safe by calling 9-1-1 if they observe a suspected impaired driver.
Funding for this operation is provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS), through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
Inquires can be directed to Sgt. Steven Angel at 408-277-4341.
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Three suspects have been arrested in connection with a string of residential burglaries.
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CASE NUMBER: 10-145-0400 |
| LOCATION: Willow Glen and Santa Teresa |
DATE: January - May 2010 |
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| VICTIM: Multiple victims; withheld |
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| SUSPECT #1: Shalita Bolden |
AGE: 20 (Female) |
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| SUSPECT #2: Albert Charles Bolden |
AGE: 19 (Male) |
| ADDRESS: San Jose Resident |
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| SUSPECT #3: Lamarcus Lee White |
AGE: 22 (Male) |
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San Jose: San Jose Police investigators have arrested three suspects believed to be connected to at least 30 residential burglaries in San Jose, most of which occurred in the Willow Glen and Santa Teresa areas. The break-ins took place from approximately early January through May of 2010. During that time, witnesses provided police with descriptions of suspects and one vehicle, described as a silver older American-made four-door sedan.
A break in the case occurred on Tuesday, May 4, 2010 at approximately 1120 hours, when a caller to the San Jose Police Department reported that several individuals appeared to be trying to burglarize homes near Lincoln Ave. and Broadway Ave. in the Willow Glen area. When officers arrived, they determined that the suspects had left the scene. Officers immediately obtained and broadcast over the police radio a description of the suspects and their vehicle, which matched the descriptions provided by earlier witnesses.
Over the next several minutes, officers observed the vehicle in motion on two separate occasions but could not get close enough to safely make an enforcement stop due to traffic conditions on and around Lincoln Ave. They were, however, able to determine that there were three occupants inside the vehicle.
At approximately 1129 hours, an officer saw the suspect vehicle
parked and unoccupied in front of a residence in the 900 block of Northrup St. in San Jose, which is about 2 blocks from the location of the original burglary-in-progress call. Officers made contact at the residence and a female adult, later identified as 20-year-old Shalita Bolden, answered the door. Following an investigation, officers were able to associate Bolden with the suspect vehicle, and upon searching the vehicle, officers located stolen property inside. During a search of Bolden's residence, investigators recovered additional stolen items.
Suspect Shalita Bolden was arrested for PC 496, buying or receiving stolen property, and was booked into the Santa Clara County Jail. Detectives later determined that Albert Charles Bolden, the brother of Shalita Bolden, had also been an occupant of the vehicle at the time it was observed by officers. Investigators immediately began searching for Albert Bolden and conducting surveillance on multiple locations that he had been known to frequent. Meanwhile, another residential burglary occurred in the Edenvale area of San Jose on Monday, May 24th. Numerous firearms were taken from the residence. Evidence collected at the scene linked suspect Albert Bolden to the break-in.
The next day, a resident of Amby Dr. in San Jose called police to report two males climbing over her neighbor's fence. Patrol officers quickly arrived on the scene and took the pair into custody. One of those captured was Albert Bolden. The second suspect was 22-year-old Lamarcus White. Detectives believe these suspects and possibly others--either working together or alone--may be linked to more than 30 residential burglaries in San Jose. Subsequent investigation led to the recovery of all the firearms taken during the May 24th burglary.
The three suspects are charged with the following crimes:
Shalita Bolden: Four counts of buying or receiving stolen property.
Albert Bolden: Ten counts of burglary, one count possession of a controlled substance, and one count of possession of less than one ounce of marijuana.
Lamarcus White: Two counts of burglary.
Investigators say the assistance of residents was invaluable and helped lead to the capture of the suspects. Neighbors not only recognized and immediately reported suspicious activity in their neighborhood but also provided police with accurate suspect and vehicle descriptions.
It is important to note that these burglaries occurred at unoccupied homes during the daylight hours and most were categorized as "open or unlocked." That is, the burglar simply walked or climbed through a door or window left open or unlocked by the resident. Burglars are opportunists who search for an easy target, and many break-ins can be prevented simply by closing and locking all doors and windows before leaving home, even during the warm summer months. In addition, getting to know your neighbors and organizing a Neighborhood Watch program is an excellent way to prevent crime in your neighborhood. For more information about Neighborhood Watch, contact the San Jose Police Department Crime Prevention Unit at (408) 277-4133.
Persons with information about this case are asked to contact Detective Frank Banuelos of the San Jose Police Department Burglary Unit at (408) 277-4401. Those wishing to remain anonymous can contact the Crime Stoppers tip line at (408) 947-STOP (7867).
| BY: Dirk Parsons #1096n |
AUTHORIZED BY: Sgt. J. Gutierrez |
| DATE: 06/11/10 TIME: 12:00pm |
DATE: 06/11/10 TIME: 11:28am |
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San Jose Police will conduct a Sobriety and Driver's License Checkpoint, Saturday, 6/12/10, from 9pm to 3 am.
Update
Major Enforcement Effort Seeks to Save Lives
Sobriety and Driver's License Checkpoint
San Jose, California
Saturday, June 12, 2010
9:00PM to 3:00AM
San Jose Police Department Targets Impaired Drivers
with Checkpoint
The San Jose Police Department will conduct a sobriety and driver's license checkpoint in the City of San Jose on Saturday, June 12, 2010 from 9:00 p.m. to 3:00 a.m., at Tully Road and Galveston Avenue, in San Jose.
In an effort to reduce the number of persons killed and injured in alcohol-related crashes, sobriety checkpoints are conducted to identify offenders and get them off the street, as well as to educate the public on the dangers of impaired driving.
All too often, members of our community are senselessly injured or killed on local roadways by impaired drivers. This DUI/driver's license checkpoint is an effort to reduce those tragedies, as well as ensuring motorists have a valid driver license. A major component of these checkpoints is to increase awareness of the dangers of impaired driving and to encourage sober designated drivers.
A sobriety checkpoint is a proven and effective method for achieving this goal. By publicizing these enforcement and educational efforts, the San Jose Police Department believes motorists can be deterred from drinking and driving.
Traffic volume- and weather permitting, all vehicles may be checked and drivers who are under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs will be arrested. Our objective is to send a clear message to those who are considering driving a motor vehicle after consuming alcohol and/or drug: Drunk Driving, Over the Limit, Under Arrest.
The public is encouraged to help keep roadways safe by calling 9-1-1 if they observe a suspected impaired driver.
Funding for this operation is provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS), through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
Inquires can be directed to Sgt. Steven Angel at 408-277-4341.
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San Jose Police Department's first Vietnamese-speaking Citizens' Academy graduates Wednesday, June 16, 2010.
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Vietnamese-Speaking Citizens' Academy Graduation Ceremony |
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Wednesday, June 16, 2010 at 6:30 p.m. |
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Academy Classroom
151 West Mission Street, Second Floor
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The San Jose Police Department extends an invitation to local media representatives to the graduation ceremony for members of the Department's first Vietnamese-Speaking Citizens' Academy. The ceremony will be held Wednesday, June 16, 2010, at the San Jose Police Academy, 151 West Mission Street, in San Jose, beginning at 6:30 p.m.
The ten-week academy, taught by experienced Vietnamese-speaking police officers, is designed to provide residents an opportunity to interact with officers and learn about the department, as well as a chance for officers to become better acquainted with residents.
The Vietnamese-language academy follows the well-received Spanish-speaking Citizens' Academy presented earlier this year by the San Jose Police Department, and included the following topics:
Police Ethics
Police use of force
Firearms Safety
Vehicle and Pedestrian Contacts
Laws of Arrest
Search and Seizure
Officer Policy, Procedures, and Safety
Criminal, Traffic, and Domestic Violence Laws
Departmental Operations
The San Jose Police Department believes these programs benefit both officers and the public and plans to offer additional sessions in the future. Members of the media are invited to join graduates and department members for this special occasion.
The San Jose Police Academy is located on the northeast corner of West Mission and N. San Pedro streets, near the old San Jose City Hall. Parking is available in the lot directly north of the academy after 6:00 p.m. Street parking is also available on West Mission or N. San Pedro streets.
| BY: Officer Jose Garcia #3532 |
AUTHORIZED BY: Chief Rob Davis |
| DATE: 6/14/2010 TIME: 1:45 PM |
DATE: 6/14/2010 TIME: 1:30 PM |
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San Jose Police investigates the circumstances surrounding the discovery of human remains on March 10, 2010.
| TYPE OF CRIME: Suspicious Circumstances: Human Remains Found |
CASE NUMBER: 10-069-0514 |
| LOCATION: Bailey Avenue and Santa Teresa Boulevard |
DATE: 3/10/2010 TIME: 1:39 PM |
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| VICTIM: Sachiko Marshall |
AGE: 55-60 years (Female) |
| ADDRESS: San Jose Resident |
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San Jose: On 3/10/10, 1:39 p.m., the San Jose Police Department responded to a report of found human remains in the area of Bailey Avenue and Santa Teresa Boulevard. These human remains have been tentatively identified as those of Sachiko Marshall, who lived a semi-transient life and was approximately between fifty-five and sixty years of age when she was last seen in the San Jose area.
The circumstances surrounding her disappearance and subsequent death remain under investigation, although it is believed they are the result of foul play.
Anyone having seen or having had contact with Ms. Marshall, regardless of how long ago, or with information about her disappearance and/or her death is urged to contact Sergeants Mike Brown #2419 or Paul Kelly #3099 of the San Jose Police Department's Homicide Unit at (408) 277-5283. Persons wishing to remain anonymous may call Crime Stoppers at (408) 947-STOP (7867).
| BY: Officer Jose Garcia #3532 |
AUTHORIZED BY: Lt. R. Goede #3354 |
| DATE: 6/15/2010 TIME: 1:00 PM |
DATE: 6/15/2010 TIME: 1:30 PM |
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San Jose Police will conduct a sobriety and driver's license checkpoint Saturday, June 19, 2010, from 9pm to 3am.
Major Enforcement Effort Seeks to Save Lives
Sobriety and Driver's License Checkpoint
San Jose, California
Saturday, June 19, 2010
9:00PM to 3:00AM
San Jose Police Department Targets Impaired Drivers
with Checkpoint
The San Jose Police Department will conduct a sobriety and driver's license checkpoint in the City of San Jose on Saturday, June 19, 2010 from 9:00 p.m. to 3:00 a.m.
In an effort to reduce the number of persons killed and injured in alcohol-related crashes, sobriety checkpoints are conducted to identify offenders and get them off the street, as well as to educate the public on the dangers of impaired driving.
All too often, members of our community are senselessly injured or killed on local roadways by impaired drivers. This sobriety/driver's license checkpoint is an effort to reduce those tragedies, as well as ensuring motorists have a valid driver license. A major component of these checkpoints is to increase awareness of the dangers of impaired driving and to encourage sober designated drivers.
A sobriety checkpoint is a proven and effective method for achieving this goal. By publicizing these enforcement and educational efforts, the San Jose Police Department believes motorists can be deterred from drinking and driving.
Traffic volume- and weather permitting, all vehicles may be checked and drivers who are under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs will be arrested. Our objective is to send a clear message to those who are considering driving a motor vehicle after consuming alcohol and/or drugs: Drunk Driving, Over the Limit, Under Arrest.
The public is encouraged to help keep roadways safe by calling 9-1-1 if they observe a suspected impaired driver.
Funding for this operation is provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS), through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
Inquires can be directed to Sgt. Steven Angel at 408-277-4341.
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San Jose Police Arrests Kidnapping and Child Sexual Abuse Suspect.
| TYPE OF CRIME: Kidnapping / Child Sexual Abuse |
CASE NUMBER: 10-166-0721 |
| LOCATION: 600 block of Balfour Drive |
DATE: 6/15/2010 TIME: 3:30 PM |
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AGE: 5 years (Female) |
| ADDRESS: San Jose Resident |
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| SUSPECT: Phillip Michael Dominguez |
AGE: 34 years (Male) |
| ADDRESS: San Jose Resident |
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AGE: 29 (Female) |
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San Jose: On June 15, 2010, the San Jose Police Department responded to the 600 block of Balfour Drive on a reported child kidnapping and sexual assault. Police arrived and discovered the suspect had forcibly taken the victim, a 5-year-old girl, from the front lawn area of her residence while playing. The suspect then took the victim to his nearby residence, where he sexually assaulted her. The suspect later released the victim.
Police immediately initiated a detailed criminal investigation and identified Phillip Michael Dominguez as the suspect. Dominguez fled the scene prior to police arrival and a warrant was issued for his arrest. Police learned of Dominguez' whereabouts through follow-up investigation and arrested him the following morning.
Dominguez' girlfriend, Racquel Martinez, was also arrested for aiding and abetting in this crime.
Both Dominguez and Martinez were booked into the Santa Clara County Main Jail.
Anyone with information on this case is asked to call Detectives Martin or Ichige, or Sgt. Robb, of the San Jose Police Department's Child Exploitation Detail at (408) 277-4102. Persons wishing to remain anonymous may call Crime Stoppers at (408) 947-STOP.
| BY: J. Garcia #3532 |
AUTHORIZED BY: Lt. M. Kihmm #3102 |
| DATE: 6/17/2010 TIME: 9:45 AM |
DATE: 6/17/2010 TIME: 9:30 AM |
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San Jose Police remind adults to be cautious and safety-oriented with children during the summer vacation.
Media Advisory
"Summertime Safety"
DETAILS:
With summer vacation under way, the San Jose Police Department and the Family Violence Unit want to remind parents, guardians and babysitters to take extra care with little ones this year. Tragic reminders surround us every day:
In 2006, San Jose Police Officers investigated 15 cases of children falling out of second-floor windows. There have been 3 such cases since January 2008;
Officers have responded to numerous complaints from concerned citizens about children left in locked cars in sweltering heat;
In the past several years, San Jose Police Officers have investigated numerous drownings or near-drownings of children, some as old as 11 years of age, in bathtubs and home or apartment swimming pools. There have been 6 such cases since January 2008;
In April 2002, San Jose Police Officers removed two small children, one 3-years-old and one 10-months-old, who were locked in a car. The officers estimated the interior temperature of the vehicle to be 100 degrees. The father was shopping at a nearby commercial center.
In May 2000, San Jose Police Officers removed a two-year-old from a car when the child was found by a passer-by. The childs mother was shopping at Eastridge Mall in east San Jose.
In June 2000, San Jose Police Officers removed a three-year-old from a car when the child was found by a passer-by. The outside temperature was 83 degrees and the inside temperature of the car was well over 100 degrees. The childs mother was shopping at Westgate Mall in west San Jose.
Also, California law requires persons under 18 years age to wear a safety helmet while bicycling, roller skating, rollerblading, or riding a non-motorized scooter. Persons under 18 years of age must also wear a safety helmet while riding as a passenger on a bicycle, non-motorized scooter, or skateboard. This requirement also applies to a person who rides upon a bicycle while in a restraining seat that is attached to the bicycle or in a trailer towed by the bicycle.
Many of these cases have resulted in criminal charges being filed against the parent or guardian. The most tragic scenario is a parent, guardian or babysitter living a lifetime of regret over an injury or death that could easily have been prevented.
The San Jose Police Department reminds parents, guardians and babysitters to make good decisions this summer. Know where your children are. If you have to leave them, even momentarily, make sure that someone else is watching them for you. It takes only an instant to change a young life, or yours forever.
For additional safety tip information, click on the following link:
| BY: Officer Jose Garcia #3532 |
AUTHORIZED BY: Lt. John Rose #2647 |
| DATE: 7/2/09 TIME: 9:30 AM |
DATE: 7/2/09 TIME: 9:30 AM |
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San Jose Police will conduct a Sobriety and Driver's License Checkpoint, Saturday, 6/19/10, from 9pm to 3am.
Update
Major Enforcement Effort Seeks to Save Lives
Sobriety and Driver's License Checkpoint
San Jose, California
Saturday, June 19, 2010
9:00PM to 3:00AM
San Jose Police Department Targets Impaired Drivers
with Checkpoint
The San Jose Police Department will conduct a sobriety and driver's license checkpoint in the City of San Jose on Saturday, June 19, 2010 from 9:00 p.m. to 3:00 a.m., at Monterey Road and Branham Avenue, in San Jose.
In an effort to reduce the number of persons killed and injured in alcohol-related crashes, sobriety checkpoints are conducted to identify offenders and get them off the street, as well as to educate the public on the dangers of impaired driving.
All too often, members of our community are senselessly injured or killed on local roadways by impaired drivers. This DUI/driver's license checkpoint is an effort to reduce those tragedies, as well as ensuring motorists have a valid driver license. A major component of these checkpoints is to increase awareness of the dangers of impaired driving and to encourage sober designated drivers.
A sobriety checkpoint is a proven and effective method for achieving this goal. By publicizing these enforcement and educational efforts, the San Jose Police Department believes motorists can be deterred from drinking and driving.
Traffic volume- and weather permitting, all vehicles may be checked and drivers who are under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs will be arrested. Our objective is to send a clear message to those who are considering driving a motor vehicle after consuming alcohol and/or drug: Drunk Driving, Over the Limit, Under Arrest.
The public is encouraged to help keep roadways safe by calling 9-1-1 if they observe a suspected impaired driver.
Funding for this operation is provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS), through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
Inquires can be directed to Sgt. Steven Angel at 408-277-4341.
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Three Arrested Following Investigation at San Jose Restaurant
| TYPE OF CRIME: Narcotics and Alcohol Violations | CASE NUMBER: 10-111-9711 |
| LOCATION: Nha Em Restaurant 4126 Monterey Highway, San Jose, CA | DATE: April - June 2010 |
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| SUSPECT: Tina Nguyen - Restaurant Owner Charges: PC 303, BP 25657(b), BP 25658(d), BP 25601 | Age: 46 (Female) |
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| SUSPECT: Han Nguyen - Manager Charges: HS 11377, BP 25657(b), BP 25601 | Age: 44 (Male) |
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| SUSPECT: Christina Lee - Waitress Charges: HS 11378, HS 11359 | Age: 21 (Female) |
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SUSPECT: Han Nguyen | 
SUSPECT: Christina Lee |
San Jose: In April of this year, the San Jose Police Department received numerous citizens' complains about quality of life violations occurring at the Nha Em Restaurant. Patrol officers initially investigated these violations and subsequently requested the assistance of the Department's Vice Unit. Vice Unit personnel, assisted by the State of California Department of Alcohol Beverage Control and Santa Clara County District Attorney's Office, were able to successfully complete this two-month long investigation.
On Friday, June 18th, 2010, the San Jose Police Department's Vice Unit arrested three suspects as a result of this collaborative effort. Tina Nguyen, the restaurant's owner,Han Nguyen, the manager, and waitress Christina Lee were all arrested as a result of the investigation. Two other suspects associated with the Nha Em Restaurant have not yet been arrested; however, warrants have been issued for their arrest. They are:
Trang Nguyen (Age: 37 years). Charges: PC 303, BP 25601, BP 25657(b)
Linda Tran (Age: 19 years). Charges: BP 25658(b), BP 25662(a)
Persons with information about this case are asked to contact the San Jose Police Department Special Investigations/Vice Unit at (408) 277-4322. Those wishing to remain anonymous can contact the Crime Stoppers tip line at (408) 947-STOP (7867).
Explanation of charges:
PC 303: It shall be unlawful for any person engaged in the sale of alcoholic beverages...to employ any person for the purpose of procuring or encouraging the purchase or sale of such beverages, or to pay any person a percentage or commission on the sale of such beverages for procuring or encouraging such purchase or sale.
BP 25657(b): Employ or knowingly permit anyone to loiter in or about said premises for the purpose of begging or soliciting any patron or customer of, or visitor in, such premises to purchase any alcoholic beverages for the one begging or soliciting.
BP 25658(b): Person under the age of 21 years purchasing or consuming any
alcoholic beverage in any on-sale premises.
BP 25662: Person under 21 in possession of alcoholic beverage.
BP 25658(d): Permitting a person under the age of 21 years to consume any alcoholic beverage in on-sale premises.
BP 25601: Keeping or permitting to be used in conjunction with a licensed premises, any disorderly house or place in which people abide, to the disturbance of the neighborhood, or in which people abide or to which people resort for purposes which are injurious to the public morals, health, convenience, or safety.
HS 11377: Possession of a controlled substance.
HS 11378: Possession for sales of a controlled substance.
HS 11379: Transportation for sales of a controlled substance.
| BY: Dirk Parsons #1096n | AUTHORIZED BY: Sgt. G. Albin |
| DATE: 06-22-2010 TIME: 3:00 pm | DATE: 06-23-2010 TIME: 3:48 pm |
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San Jose Police will conduct a Sobriety and Driver License Checkpoint, Saturday, July 3, 2010.
Major Enforcement Effort Seeks to Save Lives
4th of July Weekend
Sobriety and Driver's License Checkpoint
San Jose, California
Saturday, July 3, 2010
9:00PM to 3:00AM
San Jose Police Department Targets Impaired Drivers
with Checkpoint
The San Jose Police Department will conduct a sobriety and driver's license checkpoint in the City of San Jose on Saturday, July 3, 2010 from 9:00 p.m. to 3:00 a.m.
In an effort to reduce the number of persons killed and injured in alcohol-related crashes, sobriety checkpoints are conducted to identify offenders and get them off the street, as well as to educate the public on the dangers of impaired driving.
All too often, members of our community are senselessly injured or killed on local roadways by impaired drivers. This sobriety/driver's license checkpoint is an effort to reduce those tragedies, as well as ensuring motorists have a valid driver license. A major component of these checkpoints is to increase awareness of the dangers of impaired driving and to encourage sober designated drivers.
A sobriety checkpoint is a proven and effective method for achieving this goal. By publicizing these enforcement and educational efforts, the San Jose Police Department believes motorists can be deterred from drinking and driving.
Traffic volume- and weather permitting, all vehicles may be checked and drivers who are under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs will be arrested. Our objective is to send a clear message to those who are considering driving a motor vehicle after consuming alcohol and/or drugs: Drunk Driving, Over the Limit, Under Arrest.
The public is encouraged to help keep roadways safe by calling 9-1-1 if they observe a suspected impaired driver.
Funding for this operation is provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS), through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
Inquires can be directed to Sgt. Steven Angel at 408-277-4341.
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San Jose Police investigates the report of a 76-year-old missing woman with possible memory loss.
| TYPE OF CRIME: Missing Person |
CASE NUMBER: 10-181-1119 |
| LOCATION: 5000 block of Sunspring Circle |
DATE: 6/28/2010 TIME: 12:00 PM |
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| VICTIM: Dat Thi Huynh |
AGE: 76 Years (Female) |
| ADDRESS: San Jose Resident |
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San Jose: The San Jose Police Department is investigating the disappearance of 76-year-old Dat Thi Huynh of San Jose. Huynh lives alone and was last seen at her residence Monday, June 28, 2010, around 12:00 p.m. by a family member. Huynh's son, who visits her daily, stopped by her house later that day, around 6:30 p.m., and she was not home. The house was found locked and undisturbed; there were no signs of foul play.
Family members checked on Huynh the following day, Tuesday, June 29, 2010 around 6:30 p.m.; however, she was not home.
Because Huynh is known to walk daily in the morning and evening hours, family members believed she happen to be out on her walks each of the times they checked on her and did not suspect she was missing.
Family members returned to check on Huynh on Wednesday, June 30, 2010, around 6:30 p.m. and, again, found that she was not home, at which point they notified the San Jose Police Department.
According to Huynh's family, she is known to be forgetful and possibly suffers from Alzheimer's Disease. Huynh speaks only Vietnamese and may not approach non-Vietnamese speaking persons to ask for help.
Huynh is also known to ride the Santa Clara Valley Transit Authority (VTA) bus system.
Please note, Huynh has gray hair, not dark, as depicted in the photograph.
Anyone with information on this case is asked to call San Jose Police Department's missing persons unit at (408) 277-4786. Persons wishing to remain anonymous may call Crime Stoppers at (408) 947-STOP (7867).
| BY: Officer Jose Garcia #3532 |
AUTHORIZED BY: Sgt. Eric Quan #3108 |
| DATE: 7/1/10 TIME: 5:15 PM |
DATE: 7/1/10 TIME: 6:00 PM |
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San Jose Police will conduct a Sobriety and Driver License Checkpoint, Saturday, July 3, 2010.
Update
Major Enforcement Effort Seeks to Save Lives
4th of July Weekend
Sobriety and Driver's License Checkpoint
San Jose, California
Saturday, July 3, 2010
9:00PM to 3:00AM
San Jose Police Department Targets Impaired Drivers
with Checkpoint
The San Jose Police Department will conduct a sobriety and driver's license checkpoint in the City of San Jose on Saturday, July 3, 2010 from 9:00 p.m. to 3:00 a.m., at E. Santa Clara and Fifth streets, in San Jose.
In an effort to reduce the number of persons killed and injured in alcohol-related crashes, sobriety checkpoints are conducted to identify offenders and get them off the street, as well as to educate the public on the dangers of impaired driving.
All too often, members of our community are senselessly injured or killed on local roadways by impaired drivers. This DUI/driver's license checkpoint is an effort to reduce those tragedies, as well as ensuring motorists have a valid driver license. A major component of these checkpoints is to increase awareness of the dangers of impaired driving and to encourage sober designated drivers.
A sobriety checkpoint is a proven and effective method for achieving this goal. By publicizing these enforcement and educational efforts, the San Jose Police Department believes motorists can be deterred from drinking and driving.
Traffic volume- and weather permitting, all vehicles may be checked and drivers who are under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs will be arrested. Our objective is to send a clear message to those who are considering driving a motor vehicle after consuming alcohol and/or drug: Drunk Driving, Over the Limit, Under Arrest.
The public is encouraged to help keep roadways safe by calling 9-1-1 if they observe a suspected impaired driver.
Funding for this operation is provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS), through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
Inquires can be directed to Sgt. Steven Angel at 408-277-4341.
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On Friday, June 25, 2010, 54-year-old San Jose resident Gilbert Flores was taken to Regional Medical Center, 225 North Jackson Street, San Jose, while unconscious. He was taken to the hospital by friends who claimed he had fallen and hit his head.
| TYPE OF CRIME: Homicide |
CASE NUMBER: 10-182-0611 |
| LOCATION: Regional Medical Center |
DATE: 6/25/2010 |
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| VICTIM: Gilbert Flores |
AGE: 54 Years (Male) |
| ADDRESS: San Jose Resident |
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| SUSPECT: Adrian De La Torre Sarmiento |
AGE: 34 Years (Male) |
| ADDRESS: San Jose Resident |
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On Friday, June 25, 2010, 54-year-old San Jose resident Gilbert Flores was taken to Regional Medical Center, 225 North Jackson Street, San Jose, while unconscious. He was taken to the hospital by friends who claimed he had fallen and hit his head.
On Wednesday, June 30, 2010, Mr. Flores succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced dead at the hospital. The Santa Clara County Medical Examiner - Coroner's office received information that Mr. Flores could have been the victim of an assault, where he sustained his fatal injuries. The San Jose Police Department's homicide unit launched an investigation into Mr. Gilbert's death, which marked San Jose's 14th homicide of the year.
The investigation led to the identification of 34-year-old Adrian De La Torre Sarmiento as the suspect in this homicide. Sarmiento was in custody at the Santa Clara County Jail on a prior, unrelated charge. The Santa Clara County District Attorney's office has charged Sarmiento with Mr. Flores' homicide. Sarmiento remains in custody at the Santa Clara County Main Jail.
Anyone with information in the case is urged to contact San Jose Police Department's Homicide Detective Sergeants Tony Mata or Dave Gutierrez at 408-277-5283. Persons wishing to remain anonymous may call Crime Stoppers at 408-947-STOP (7867).
| BY: Sergeant Ronnie Lopez #3187 |
AUTHORIZED BY: Sergeant Tony Mata |
| DATE: 07-12-10 TIME: 11:30 AM |
DATE: 07-12-10 TIME: 11:30 AM |
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The San Jose Police is investigating a homicide that occurred in the 1400 block of Sanborn Avenue on 6/25/10.
| TYPE OF CRIME: Homicide |
CASE NUMBER: 10-176-0199 |
| LOCATION: 1400 block of Sanborn Avenue |
DATE: 6/25/2010 TIME: 5:56 AM |
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| VICTIM #1: Cristobal Lopez |
AGE: 21 years (Male) |
| ADDRESS: San Jose Resident |
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| VICTIM #2: Withheld |
AGE: Withheld |
| ADDRESS: San Jose Resident |
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AGE: Withheld |
| ADDRESS: San Jose Resident |
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| SUSPECT #1: Hispanic |
AGE: Approximately 20 years of age |
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SUSPECT #2: Hispanic |
AGE: Approximately 20 years of age |
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San Jose: On Friday, 6/25/10, 5:56 a.m., the San Jose Police Department responded to a reported shooting in the 1400 block of Sanborn Avenue. Three Hispanic males in their 20's approached and confronted the three victims who were in the converted garage of a residence. The suspects shot the victims and fled in a dark-colored pick-up truck.
The three victims were taken to a local hospital for treatment, where 21-year-old San Jose resident Cristobal Lopez was pronounced dead. The other two victims were admitted with gunshot wounds, but have since been released.
The unidentified suspects and vehicle remain at large and the investigation is ongoing. The motive is unknown; however, investigators are looking into whether the shooting was gang-related. This marked San Jose's 13th homicide of the year.
Anyone with information on this case is urged to call Detective Sergeants Brian Spears or Kevin Abruzzini of the the San Jose Police Department's homicide unit at (408) 277-5283. Persons wishing to remain anonymous may call Crime Stoppers at (408) 947-STOP (7867).
| BY: Officer Jose Garcia #3532 |
AUTHORIZED BY: Sgt. K. Abruzzini #2787 |
| DATE: 7/13/10 TIME: 4:30 PM |
DATE: 7/13/10 TIME: 5:00 PM |
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The San Jose Police Department will conduct a Sobriety and Driver License checkpoint, Saturday, July 17, 2010.
Major Enforcement Effort Seeks to Save Lives
Sobriety and Driver's License Checkpoint
San Jose, California
Saturday, July 17, 2010
9:00PM to 3:00AM
San Jose Police Department Targets Impaired Drivers
with Checkpoint
The San Jose Police Department will conduct a sobriety and driver's license checkpoint in the City of San Jose on Saturday, July 17, 2010 from 9:00 p.m. to 3:00 a.m.
In an effort to reduce the number of persons killed and injured in alcohol-related crashes, sobriety checkpoints are conducted to identify offenders and get them off the street, as well as to educate the public on the dangers of impaired driving.
All too often, members of our community are senselessly injured or killed on local roadways by impaired drivers. This sobriety/driver's license checkpoint is an effort to reduce those tragedies, as well as ensuring motorists have a valid driver license. A major component of these checkpoints is to increase awareness of the dangers of impaired driving and to encourage sober designated drivers.
A sobriety checkpoint is a proven and effective method for achieving this goal. By publicizing these enforcement and educational efforts, the San Jose Police Department believes motorists can be deterred from drinking and driving.
Traffic volume- and weather permitting, all vehicles may be checked and drivers who are under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs will be arrested. Our objective is to send a clear message to those who are considering driving a motor vehicle after consuming alcohol and/or drugs: Drunk Driving, Over the Limit, Under Arrest.
The public is encouraged to help keep roadways safe by calling 9-1-1 if they observe a suspected impaired driver.
Funding for this operation is provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS), through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
This checkpoint is in memoriam of 4-year-old Jose Cortes-Diaz, killed July 11, 2010, by a DUI driver.
Inquires can be directed to Sgt. Steven Angel at 408-277-4341.
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The San Jose Police Department extends an invitation to local media representatives to attend a press conference on Monday, July 19, 2010, at 10:30 AM. The press conference will be held at the San Jose Police Department, room 314, 201 W. Mission Str ...
Media Advisory
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Press Conference Regarding Internet Crimes Against Children |
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San Jose Police Department's Child Exploitation Detail/Silicon Valley Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force (SVICAC) |
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The San Jose Police Department extends an invitation to local media representatives to attend a press conference on Monday, July 19, 2010, at 10:30 AM. The press conference will be held at the San Jose Police Department, room 314, 201 W. Mission Street in San Jose.
The San Jose Police Department's Child Exploitation Detail/Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force (SVICAC), along with numerous task force affiliates throughout the Bay Area completed a long term investigation resulting in the execution of numerous search warrants in Santa Clara County. Eleven suspects were arrested for online trading/distribution of child sexual abuse images. Two additional suspects were arrested on unrelated charges.
In an attempt to locate additional victims, SVICAC urges anyone with any information to contact the San Jose Police Department's Child Exploitation Detail at 408-277-4102. Persons wishing to remain anonymous may contact Crime Stoppers at 408-947-STOP (7867) or the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children at 1-800-843-5678 or cybertipline.com
| BY: Sergeant Ronnie Lopez #3187 |
AUTHORIZED BY: Captain Gary Kirby |
| DATE: 07-16-10 TIME: 3:00 PM |
DATE: 07-16-10 TIME: 3:00 PM |
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The San Jose Police Department will conduct a Sobriety and Driver License Checkpoint, Saturday, July 17, 2010.
Update
Major Enforcement Effort Seeks to Save Lives
Sobriety and Driver's License Checkpoint
San Jose, California
Saturday, July 17, 2010
9:00PM to 3:00AM
San Jose Police Department Targets Impaired Drivers
with Checkpoint
The San Jose Police Department will conduct a sobriety and driver's license checkpoint in the City of San Jose on Saturday, July 17, 2010 from 9:00 p.m. to 3:00 a.m., at Camden Avenue and Michon Drive, in San Jose.
In an effort to reduce the number of persons killed and injured in alcohol-related crashes, sobriety checkpoints are conducted to identify offenders and get them off the street, as well as to educate the public on the dangers of impaired driving.
All too often, members of our community are senselessly injured or killed on local roadways by impaired drivers. This DUI/driver's license checkpoint is an effort to reduce those tragedies, as well as ensuring motorists have a valid driver license. A major component of these checkpoints is to increase awareness of the dangers of impaired driving and to encourage sober designated drivers.
A sobriety checkpoint is a proven and effective method for achieving this goal. By publicizing these enforcement and educational efforts, the San Jose Police Department believes motorists can be deterred from drinking and driving.
Traffic volume- and weather permitting, all vehicles may be checked and drivers who are under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs will be arrested. Our objective is to send a clear message to those who are considering driving a motor vehicle after consuming alcohol and/or drug: Drunk Driving, Over the Limit, Under Arrest.
The public is encouraged to help keep roadways safe by calling 9-1-1 if they observe a suspected impaired driver.
Funding for this operation is provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS), through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
This checkpoint is in memoriam of 4-year-old Jose Cortes-Diaz, killed July 11, 2010, by a DUI driver.
Inquires can be directed to Sgt. Steven Angel at 408-277-4341.
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San Jose Police will conduct a Sobriety and Driver License Checkpoint on Saturday, July 31, 2010.
Major Enforcement Effort Seeks to Save Lives
Sobriety and Driver License Checkpoint
San Jose, California
Saturday, July 31, 2010
9:00PM to 3:00AM
San Jose Police Department Targets Impaired Drivers
with Sobriety Checkpoint
The San Jose Police Department will conduct a sobriety and driver license checkpoint in the City of San Jose on Saturday, July 31, 2010 from 9:00 p.m. to 3:00 a.m.
In an effort to reduce the number of persons killed and injured in alcohol-related crashes, sobriety checkpoints are conducted to identify offenders and get them off the street, as well as to educate the public on the dangers of impaired driving.
All too often, members of our community are senselessly injured or killed on local roadways by impaired drivers. This sobriety / driver license checkpoint is an effort to reduce those tragedies, as well as ensuring motorists have a valid driver license. A major component of these checkpoints is to increase awareness of the dangers of impaired driving and to encourage sober designated drivers.
A sobriety checkpoint is a proven and effective method for achieving this goal. By publicizing these enforcement and educational efforts, the San Jose Police Department believes motorists can be deterred from drinking and driving.
Traffic volume- and weather permitting, all vehicles may be checked and drivers who are under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs will be arrested. Our objective is to send a clear message to those who are considering driving a motor vehicle after consuming alcohol and/or drugs: Drunk Driving, Over the Limit, Under Arrest.
The public is encouraged to help keep roadways safe by calling 9-1-1 if they observe a suspected impaired driver.
Funding for this operation is provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS), through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
Inquires can be directed to Sgt. Steven Angel at 408-277-4341.
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San Jose Police participates in National Night Out 2010 on August 3, 2010, between 5:00 p.m. and 10:00 p.m.
MEDIA ADVISORY
National Night Out 2010
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
CONTACT: Kim Gaddis
Date July 28, 2010
(408) 277-4133
National Night Out 2010
On Tuesday, August 3rd, neighborhoods throughout San Jose will once again join forces with thousands of communities nationwide for the "27th Annual National Night Out". National Night Out will involve over 10,000 communities from all 50 States, U.S. Territories, Canadian cities and military bases around the world. In all, over 34 million people are expected to participate in "Americas Night Out Against Crime".
National Night Out is designed to: (1) Heighten crime and drug awareness; (2) Generate support for, and participation in, local anticrime efforts; (3) Strengthen neighborhood spirit and police/community partnerships; and (4) Send a message to criminals letting them know neighborhoods are organized and fighting back.
From 5 to 10 p.m. on August 3rd, residents in neighborhoods throughout San Jose and across the nation are asked to lock their doors, turn on outside lights and spend an evening outside with neighbors and police. Many neighborhoods throughout San Jose will be hosting a variety of special events such as block parties, cookouts, ice cream socials, barbeques and informal gatherings. National Night Out events don't have to be big or expensive. The important thing is to spend some time enjoying your neighborhood and getting to know your neighbors. Relax in the front yard, talk with neighbors and watch the kids play. You'll be supporting crime prevention efforts in San Jose while celebrating your neighborhood.
This year approximately 80 San Jose neighborhoods showed their support for National Night Out by registering to enjoy an evening with their neighbors and local police officers. Questions regarding this event should be directed to the San Jose Police Department Crime Prevention Unit at (408) 277-4133. We hope you will join us this Tuesday, August 3rd and Give Crime & Drugs A Going Away Party.
| BY: Officer Jose Garcia #3532 |
AUTHORIZED BY: Sgt. M. Ramirez, Jr. #2442 |
| DATE: 7/29/10 TIME: 2:30 PM |
DATE: 7/28/10 TIME: 12:00 PM |
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The San Jose Police Department will conduct a Sobriety / Driver License Checkpoint on Saturday, July 31, 2010.
Update
Major Enforcement Effort Seeks to Save Lives
Sobriety and Driver License Checkpoint
San Jose, California
Saturday, July 31, 2010
9:00PM to 3:00AM
San Jose Police Department Targets Impaired Drivers
with Sobriety Checkpoint
The San Jose Police Department will conduct a sobriety and driver license checkpoint in the City of San Jose on Saturday, July 31, 2010 from 9:00 p.m. to 3:00 a.m., at Saratoga Avenue and Kiely Boulevard, in San Jose.
In an effort to reduce the number of persons killed and injured in alcohol-related crashes, sobriety checkpoints are conducted to identify offenders and get them off the street, as well as to educate the public on the dangers of impaired driving.
All too often, members of our community are senselessly injured or killed on local roadways by impaired drivers. This DUI / driver license checkpoint conducted in an effort to reduce those tragedies, as well as to ensure motorists have a valid driver license. A major component of these checkpoints is to increase awareness of the dangers of impaired driving and to encourage sober designated drivers.
A sobriety checkpoint is a proven and effective method for achieving this goal. By publicizing these enforcement and educational efforts, the San Jose Police Department believes motorists can be deterred from drinking and driving.
Traffic volume- and weather permitting, all vehicles may be checked, and drivers who are under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs will be arrested. Our objective is to send a clear message to those who are considering operating a motor vehicle after consuming alcohol and/or drugs: Drunk Driving, Over the Limit, Under Arrest.
The public is encouraged to help keep roadways safe by calling 9-1-1 if they observe a suspected impaired driver.
Funding for this operation is provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS), through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
Inquires can be directed to Sgt. Steven Angel at 408-277-4341.
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Former Wells Fargo Bank Manager Pleads Guilty on Embezzlement Case and Agrees to 6-Year Prison Term.
| TYPE OF CRIME: Elderly Fraud |
CASE NUMBER: 10-015-0342 |
| LOCATION: 1200 block of Lincoln Avenue |
DATE: 04/16/2010 TIME: 8:40 AM |
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| VICTIM: Withheld |
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| ADDRESS: San Jose Resident |
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| SUSPECT: John Tran |
AGE: 37 Years (Male) |
| ADDRESS: San Jose Resident |
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San Jose:
** See update information below **
Suspect: John Tran
Following an investigation by the San Jose Police Department, the Santa Clara County District Attorney's Office Elder Fraud Unit has issued a criminal complaint charging ex-Bank Manager John Tran, formerly of Wells Fargo Bank in San Jose, with several charges including Theft from an Elder, Grand Theft and Forgery.
From March 2008 to February 2009, Tran was a manager at Wells Fargo Bank on Lincoln Avenue in San Jose. Tran befriended several elderly clients, and even made visits to their homes. Unbeknownst to the clients, in February 2009 his employment with the bank ceased, yet he continued visiting some of the bank's customers. In some instances, Tran convinced elderly customers to invest in certain CDs, only to pocket the money himself through an elaborate money-laundering scheme. In other instances, Tran forged signatures of bank customers, including recently deceased senior citizens, and simply drained their bank accounts. Tran is alleged to have structured over $900,000 in suspicious transactions. Tran was arrested on March 10, 2010.
Anyone with information about this crime, or who thinks they might be a victim is requested to call Detective Leonard Lim of the San Jose Police Department's Financial Crimes Division at (408) 277-4521.
Filed in cooperation with the Santa Clara County District Attorney's Office.
** UPDATE: Filed August 3, 2010, by Officer Jose Garcia #3532 **
On Friday, July 30, 2010, John Tran pleaded guilty to all charges in this case and agreed to a 6-year prison term in the California Department of Corrections. Tran also agreed to pay $553,000.00 in restitution to Wells Fargo Bank, as Wells Fargo Bank had previously reimbursed all of its customers who had been victims of Tran's scheme. Tran will formally be sentenced Tuesday, October 5, 2010.
| BY: David Bartholomew |
AUTHORIZED BY: Sgt. Ronnie Lopez #3187 |
| DATE: 03/16/2010 TIME: 10:30 AM |
DATE: 03/16/2010 TIME: 10:30 AM |
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The San Jose police are investigating an armed robbery that occurred July 25, 2010 & ask for public's help.
| TYPE OF CRIME: Armed Robbery |
CASE NUMBER: 10-206-0268 |
| LOCATION: Safeway Grocery Store, 2558 Berryessa Road |
DATE: 7/25/2010 TIME: 3:40 AM |
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| VICTIM: Withheld |
AGE: 60 years (Male) |
| ADDRESS: San Jose Resident |
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SUSPECT #1: Asian or Caucasian male, in his 20's, approx. 5'7" tall, medium build; short, dark hair; dark eyes; light completed; last seen wearing a dark-colored sports jersey, blue denim pants, tennis shoes, and a bandana covering his face. |
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San Jose: On 7/25/10, approximately 3:40 a.m., suspect #1 confronted the 60-year-old uniformed security guard outside the Safeway Grocery Store, 2558 Berryessa Road, while armed with a firearm. Suspect #1 demanded the victim's firearm; however, the victim was not armed. The victim was robbed of personal items while Suspect #2 removed beer from the store. Both unidentified suspects fled on foot towards Berryessa Road and remain at large. The victim was uninjured during this incident, which remains under investigation.
The San Jose Police Department is asking for the public's assistance in identifying the suspects involved in this robbery. Anyone with information on this case is urged to call Detective Jason Tanner of the robbery unit at (408) 277-4166. Persons wishing to remain anonymous may call Crime Stoppers at (408) 947-STOP (7867).
| BY: Officer Jose Garcia #3532 |
AUTHORIZED BY: Sgt. Storlie #3291 |
| DATE: 8/9/10 TIME: 2:00 PM |
DATE: 8/9/10 TIME: 2:15 PM |
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San Jose police will conduct a Sobriety and Driver License Checkpoint, Friday, August 13, 2010.
Major Enforcement Effort Seeks to Save Lives
Sobriety and Driver License Checkpoint
San Jose, California
Friday, August 13, 2010
9:00PM to 3:00AM
San Jose Police Department Targets Impaired Drivers
with Sobriety Checkpoint
The San Jose Police Department will conduct a sobriety and driver license checkpoint in the City of San Jose on Friday, August 13, 2010 from 9:00 p.m. to 3:00 a.m.
In an effort to reduce the number of persons killed and injured in alcohol-related crashes, sobriety checkpoints are conducted to identify offenders and get them off the street, as well as to educate the public on the dangers of impaired driving.
All too often, members of our community are senselessly injured or killed on local roadways by impaired drivers. This sobriety / driver license checkpoint is an effort to reduce those tragedies, as well as ensuring motorists have a valid driver license. A major component of these checkpoints is to increase awareness of the dangers of impaired driving and to encourage sober designated drivers.
A sobriety checkpoint is a proven and effective method for achieving this goal. By publicizing these enforcement and educational efforts, the San Jose Police Department believes motorists can be deterred from drinking and driving.
Traffic volume- and weather permitting, all vehicles may be checked and drivers who are under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs will be arrested. Our objective is to send a clear message to those who are considering driving a motor vehicle after consuming alcohol and/or drugs: Drunk Driving, Over the Limit, Under Arrest.
The public is encouraged to help keep roadways safe by calling 9-1-1 if they observe a suspected impaired driver.
Funding for this operation is provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS), through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
Inquires can be directed to Sgt. Steven Angel at 408-277-4341.
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San Jose police arrested 21-year-old Steve Ray Cooley of San Jose on sexual assault charges.
| TYPE OF CRIME: Sexual Assault / Probation Violation |
CASE NUMBER: 10-214-0857 |
| LOCATION: Regional Medical Center, 200 Jose Figueres Court |
DATE: 8/2/2010 TIME: 8:30 PM |
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| VICTIM: Withheld |
AGE: Withheld (Female) |
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| SUSPECT: Steven Ray Cooley |
AGE: 21 (Male) |
| ADDRESS: 140 (b) Aguacate Court, San Jose |
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On 08/02/10, approximately 8:02 p.m., an attempted sexual assault occurred at the medical office buildings of Regional Medical Center, 200 Jose Figueres Court. The victim, employed as a janitor, was confronted by the suspect, identified as Steven Cooley, as she worked alone in a restroom. When Cooley exposed himself and attempted to assault the victim, she screamed, causing him to flee the area.
Patrol officers Robert Magdaleno and Jaime Jimenez investigated the assault and were able to retrieve surveillance photos of the suspect. The following night Officers Magdaleno and Jimenez canvassed the area of the incident for possible witnesses, in between calls for service.
While conducting the canvass, the officers saw Cooley, who matched the suspect description, and contacted him. Their investigation revealed Cooley was a sex registrant. The officers developed additional information and based on their investigation, the officers arrested Steven Cooley for his possible involvement in this incident.
Detectives Mike Ghezzi and Sean Morgan from the Departments Sexual Assault Investigation Unit interviewed Cooley, where he made incriminating admissions as to his involvement in this assault. Cooley was booked in the Santa Clara County Main Jail on sexual assault and probation violation charges.
Anyone with information on this case or any similar cases is asked to call Detective Ghezzi of the San Jose Police Departments 290 Team at (408) 277-4102. Persons wishing to remain anonymous may call Crime Stoppers at (408) 947-STOP.
| BY: Officer Jose Garcia #3532 |
AUTHORIZED BY: Lt. M. Kihmm #3102 |
| DATE: 8/11/10 TIME: 7:45 AM |
DATE: 8/11/10 TIME: 7:00 AM |
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San Jose police arrest five armed robbery suspects.
| TYPE OF CRIME: Armed Robbery / Attempted Murder |
CASE NUMBER: 10-222-0389 |
| LOCATION: Check 'n Go Payday Loans, 461 Blossom Hill Road, suite H-2 |
DATE: 8/10/2010 TIME: 12:00 PM |
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| VICTIM #1: Withheld |
AGE: 23 years (Male) |
| ADDRESS: San Jose Resident |
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| VICTIM #2: Withheld |
AGE: 27 years (Female) |
| ADDRESS: San Jose Resident |
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| SUSPECT #1: Dawan Lewis McNair |
AGE: 30 years (Male) |
| ADDRESS: East Palo Alto Resident |
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| SUSPECT #2: Dennis Lorent Montgomery |
AGE: 18 years (Male) |
| ADDRESS: Oakland Resident |
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| SUSPECT #3: Donzell De Marques Flie |
AGE: 19 years (Male) |
| ADDRESS: Oakland Resident |
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| SUSPECT #4: Dynell Clint Morgan |
AGE: 32 years (Male) |
| ADDRESS: Oakland Resident |
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| SUSPECT #5: Nirran Jaray Wells |
AGE: 36 years (Male) |
| ADDRESS: San Francisco Resident |
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San Jose:
On 8/10/10, approximately 12:00 p.m., several suspects robbed the Check 'n Go Payday Loans business at 461 Blossom Hill Road at gunpoint.
The employees, a 27-year-old female and a 23-year-old male, were held at gunpoint while suspects removed an undisclosed amount of cash from the business. During the robbery, one suspect discharged his firearm, striking the 23-year-old clerk.
The suspects fled in their vehicle and were observed by patrol sergeants Rick Foster and Dale Harris in the area of SR-87 near Curtner Avenue. Sgt. Foster and Sgt. Harris followed the suspects several miles and initiated a car stop in the area of Jackson Avenue and Interstate 680. All of the suspects exited the car and fled on foot in different directions. Sergeants Foster and Harris were able to coordinate the safe apprehension of all five suspects. Robbery Detectives responded to the scene and coordinated the investigation with patrol personnel.
The 23-years-old victim was taken to a local hospital, where he was admitted with non life-threatening injuries. The suspects were booked into the Santa Clara County Jail on robbery, attempted murder, and various other felony charges.
Anyone with information on this case or any similar cases is asked to call Detective Mitchell of the San Jose Police Department Robbery Unit at (408) 277-4166. Persons wishing to remain anonymous may call Crime Stoppers at (408) 947-STOP.
| BY: Officer Jose Garcia #3532 |
AUTHORIZED BY: Capt. L. Ryan #2802 |
| DATE: 8/11/10 TIME: 5:00 PM |
DATE: 8/11/10 TIME: 5:00 PM |
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San Jose Police will conduct a Sobriety and Driver License Checkpoint, Friday, August 13, 2010.
Update
Major Enforcement Effort Seeks to Save Lives
Sobriety and Driver License Checkpoint
San Jose, California
Friday, August 13, 2010
9:00PM to 3:00AM
San Jose Police Department Targets Impaired Drivers
with Sobriety Checkpoint
The San Jose Police Department will conduct a sobriety and driver license checkpoint in the City of San Jose on Friday, August 13, 2010 from 9:00 p.m. to 3:00 a.m., at S. Fourth and E. San Carlos streets, in San Jose.
In an effort to reduce the number of persons killed and injured in alcohol-related crashes, sobriety checkpoints are conducted to identify offenders and get them off the street, as well as to educate the public on the dangers of impaired driving.
All too often, members of our community are senselessly injured or killed on local roadways by impaired drivers. This DUI / driver license checkpoint conducted in an effort to reduce those tragedies, as well as to ensure motorists have a valid driver license. A major component of these checkpoints is to increase awareness of the dangers of impaired driving and to encourage sober designated drivers.
A sobriety checkpoint is a proven and effective method for achieving this goal. By publicizing these enforcement and educational efforts, the San Jose Police Department believes motorists can be deterred from drinking and driving.
Traffic volume- and weather permitting, all vehicles may be checked, and drivers who are under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs will be arrested. Our objective is to send a clear message to those who are considering operating a motor vehicle after consuming alcohol and/or drugs: Drunk Driving, Over the Limit, Under Arrest.
The public is encouraged to help keep roadways safe by calling 9-1-1 if they observe a suspected impaired driver.
Funding for this operation is provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS), through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
Inquires can be directed to Sgt. Steven Angel at 408-277-4341.
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The San Jose police arrest Ponzi scheme suspect.
| TYPE OF CRIME: Fraud / Ponzi Scheme |
CASE NUMBER: 08-092-9729 |
| LOCATION: City of San Jose |
DATE: Between 2006 and 2007 |
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| VICTIMS: 35 Victims |
AGE: Adults |
| ADDRESS: San Jose and various Bay Area cities. |
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| SUSPECT: Raul Octavio Vicente |
AGE: 52 Years (Male) |
| ADDRESS: Walnut Creek Resident |
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On 8/14/10, 7:00 p.m., Raul Octavio Vicente, 52, of Walnut Creek, was arrested on a 1 million dollar warrant and booked into the Santa Clara County Jail on various fraud-related charges following an extensive criminal investigation.
Vicente operated ADEK Financial, Inc., a financial and investment advisory business, and maintained offices in Fairfield, Concord, Colma, and San Jose. Vicente targeted the Spanish-speaking community and defrauded thirty five victims of 2.2 million dollars in a Ponzi scheme in 2006 and 2007, with promises of high profit returns.
Vicente regularly held live radio broadcasts on local Spanish radio stations, where he advertised his business and attempted to lure victims to invest their money through his company. As Vicente failed to gain additional victims to sustain his scheme, he attempted to convince existing victims to reinvest their money through his company for an additional year. However, after failing to lure additional victims to invest and passing non-sufficien funds (NSF) checks to existing victims, Vicente closed his business, and all offices, at the end of 2007.
Prior to Vicente closing his business, some of the victims received partial payment of their investments; however, most victims were not reimbursed any of their investment, prompting the thirty five victims to collectively report Vicente to the police in early 2008.
Investigators with San Jose Police Department's fraud unit arrested Vicente at his place of employment in San Jose without incident, where he was employed in an unrelated field.
Anyone having been the victim of Vicente's scheme or having information about this case is urged to call Detective H. Gutierrez of the San Jose Police Department's fraud unit at (408) 277-4521. Persons wishing to remain anonymous may call the Silicon Valley Crime Stoppers at (408) 947-STOP (7867).
| BY: Officer Jose Garcia #3532 |
AUTHORIZED BY: Sgt. J. Gutierrez #3145 |
| DATE: 8/18/10 TIME: 3:00 PM |
DATE: 8/18/10 TIME: 3:30 PM |
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City of San Jose, 2010 Back-to-School Safety Advisory
Back-to-School Safety Advisory
DETAILS: If you see kids, slow DOWN!
The San Jose Police Department wants to remind everyone about school zone safety as our kids go back to school:
Parents, when driving in school zones:
- Come to a complete stop at stop signs.
- Always yield to pedestrians in crosswalks.
- Only load passengers at the curb in the designated safe loading zones.
- Keep alert by focusing on the road and avoid distractions such as cell phones.
- Expect children to pop up in the wrong place!
- As a driver, the two most important things you can do to improve safety for our kids is to SLOW DOWN and PAY ATTENTION, especially in school zones.
Teach the children in your life to:
- Walk on the sidewalk, not in the street.
- Look ALL ways before crossing the street.
- Make eye contact with drivers before stepping off the curb.
- Cross the street only in the crosswalk or at an intersection, NOT in the middle of the block.
- Watch for backing cars.
- Obey adult crossing guards and school safety patrols.
- Pay attention to cars when walking or biking.
- Never step out from between parked cars (drivers can't see them in time to stop).
This information needs to be reinforced by parents and schools, and -- most of all -- modeled by adults. Let's all try to serve as good role models by teaching our children how to stay safe.
As our kids go back to school, please remember to drive safely and SLOW DOWN in school zones. Help protect the most vulnerable members of our community: our children.
For more safety tips, visit: www.GetStreetSmarts.org.
Please click on the following weblink to view a School Zone Safety Video in English & Spanish. Once at the website, click on "VIDEOS" and select "SCHOOL ZONE SAFTEY VIDEO." http://www.getstreetsmarts.org/kids_zone/index.htm
Pedestrian traffic fatalities are on the rise in San Jose...
Teach children how to be safe when crossing the street (Video)
Schools that are interested in scheduling a Street Smarts School Safety Education Program, please contact: (408) 975-3296
| BY: Ofc. J. Garcia #3532 |
AUTHORIZED BY: Sgt. R. Lopez #3187 |
| DATE: 8/19/10 TIME: 3:30 PM |
DATE: 8/19/10 TIME: 3:45 PM |
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On Thursday, August 19, 2010, approx. 11:35 p.m., San Jose police officers apprehended Simon Vidal, a parolee.
| TYPE OF CRIME: Assault with a Deadly Weapon |
CASE NUMBER: 10-231-0717
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| LOCATION: 500 block of Southside Drive |
DATE: 8/19/10 2010 TIME: 11:35 PM |
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| SUSPECT: Simon Vidal |
AGE: 39 (Male) |
| ADDRESS: San Jose Resident |
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San Jose:
On Thursday, August 19, 2010, at approximately 11:35 p.m., San Jose police officers attempted to apprehend Simon Vidal, a parolee-at-large, who was considered to be armed and dangerous. The suspect had exited a residence and entered a stolen vehicle as the driver, along with two female adult passengers.
As officers approached, the suspect assaulted them by intentionally ramming his vehicle into several marked police cars as he steered towards officers. A 4-year veteran officer, discharged his duty firearm, striking the suspect's car.
Neither the suspect nor his passengers was struck by the officer's bullets and managed to escape. The suspect led officers on a high speed vehicle pursuit through the streets of San Jose and onto I-280. The suspect's vehicle slowed down as it traveled south on I-280 near McLaughlin Avenue.
After the suspect vehicle was stopped he attempted to flee on foot, but was apprehended by a San Jose police canine. The suspect continued to resist arrest and officers deployed the Taser device. The suspect was taken into custody without further incident. The two passengers were questioned and released after determining they were unwilling participants in this incident.
The suspect was taken to a local hospital, where he was medically cleared for jail booking. No one else was injured in this incident. The suspect was booked into the Santa Clara County Jail on the following felony charges:
California Penal Code, section 245(a)(1): Assault with a deadly weapon;
California Vehicle Code, section 10851(a): Possession of a stolen vehicle;
California Vehicle Code, section 2800.1: Evading a police officer;
California Penal Code, section 207: Kidnapping;
California Penal Code, section 236: False imprisonment;
California Penal Code, section 3056: Parole Violation warrant.
The suspect also was booked on a $20,000.00 misdemeanor warrant for narcotics violations.
Anyone with information on this case is urged to call Detective Sergeant Dave Tindall or Detective John Barg of the San Jose Police Department's homicide unit at (408) 277-5283. Persons wishing to remain anonymous may call the Silicon Valley Crime Stoppers at (408) 947-STOP (7867).
| BY: Sergeant Ronnie Lopez #3187 |
AUTHORIZED BY: Deputy Chief D. Hober |
| DATE: 8/20/10 TIME: 10:30 AM |
DATE: 8/20/10 TIME: 11:00 |
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Assault with a Deadly Weapon -Officer-Involved Shooting: 5000 block of Wong Ct.
| TYPE OF CRIME: Assault with a Deadly Weapon - Officer-Involved Shooting |
CASE NUMBER: 10-241-0395
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DATE: 08-29-2010 TIME: 9:16 AM |
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AGE: 42-years (Male) |
| ADDRESS: San Jose Resident |
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| OFFICER #1: Pending Release |
AGE: 39-years (Male) |
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| OFFICER #2: Pending Release |
AGE: 43-years (Male) |
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| OFFICER #3: Pending Release |
AGE: 34-years (Male) |
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San Jose:
On Sunday, August 29, 2010, at approximately 9:16 AM, San Jose police officers responded to a 9-1-1 call of an attempted suicide on the 5000 block of Wong Ct. The reporting person called the police saying her estranged husband shot himself with a nail gun several times and wanted to die.
Arriving officers made numerous attempts to contact the 42-year old male from outside his home but were unsuccessful. A Crisis Intervention Trained (CIT) supervisor and officers spent time trying to communicate with the subject. During this time, emergency medical personnel were staged nearby to render medical aid. After repeated requests to open the door, with no response, officers forced entry to check on the welfare of the subject.
Upon entry, officers observed that the subject had self-inflicted wounds and was armed with a knife that was approximately 10-inches in length. The subject confronted the officers who then discharged their firearms, striking the male. The male was pronounced deceased at the scene.
Anyone with information is urged to contact Detective Sergeant Kevin Abruzzini or Detective Brian Spears of the San Jose Police Department's Homicide Unit, at 408-277-5283. Persons wishing to remain anonymous may call Crime Stoppers at 408-947-STOP (7867)
| BY: Sergeant Ronnie Lopez #3187 |
AUTHORIZED BY: Lt. Alan Cavallo |
| DATE: 08-29-09 TIME: 6:30 PM |
DATE: 08-29-09 TIME: 6:30 PM |
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San Jose police is investigating a homicide that occurred on 8/27/10 at 9:06 pm in the 1000 block of Morris Court.
| TYPE OF CRIME: Homicide |
CASE NUMBER: 10-239-1106 |
| LOCATION: 1000 block of Morris Court |
DATE: 8/27/10 TIME: 9:06 PM |
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| VICTIM: Jasmine Nicole Costa |
AGE: 28 years (Female) |
| ADDRESS: San Jose Resident |
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| SUSPECT #1: Gannon Eugene Crediford |
AGE: 25 years (Male) |
| ADDRESS: San Jose Resident |
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On 8/27/10, 9:06 p.m., the San Jose Police Department responded to a reported disturbance at a residence in the 1000 block of Morris Court. Neighbors reported hearing a verbal altercation within the residence, followed by what they believed to be gunfire. Officers arrived and located the deceased victim lying in front of the residence.
The resident, Suspect Gannon Eugene Crediford, fled on foot prior to police arrival, but was located and apprehended nearby by Santa Clara police officers. Crediford was booked into the Santa Clara County Jail on murder chargers. The case remains under investigation.
Anyone with information about this case is urged to contact Detective Sergeant Loyd Kinsworthy or Detective Bill Hoyt of the San Jose Police Department's homicide unit at (408) 277-5283, or via their e-mail address:
Loyd.Kinsworthy@sanjoseca.gov and
William.Hoyt@sanjoseca.gov. Persons wishing to remain anonymous may call the Silicon Valley Crime Stoppers at (408) 947-STOP (7867).
| BY: Officer Jose Garcia #3532 |
AUTHORIZED BY: Lt. A. Cavallo |
| DATE: 8/31/10 TIME: 4:00 PM |
DATE: 8/31/10 TIME: 5:00 PM |
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San Jose police investigates a homicide that occurred 8/28/10 at 10:42 pm in the 300 block of San Antonio Court.
| TYPE OF CRIME: Double Homicide |
CASE NUMBER: 10-240-1150 |
| LOCATION: 300 block of San Antonio Court |
DATE: 8/28/2010 TIME: 10:42 PM |
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| VICTIM #1: Phillip Christopher Ayala |
AGE: 26 years (Male) |
| ADDRESS: San Jose Resident |
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| VICTIM #2: Alex J. Rodriguez |
AGE: 27 years (Male) |
| ADDRESS: San Jose Resident |
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| VICTIM #3: Withheld |
AGE: Withheld |
| ADDRESS: San Jose Resident |
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| SUSPECT #1: Unknown |
AGE: 20-23 years (Male) |
| ADDRESS: Unknown |
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| SUSPECT #2: Unknown |
AGE: Adult Male |
| ADDRESS: Unknown |
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San Jose: On 8/28/10, 10:42 p.m., the San Jose Police Department received a report of a disturbance in the parking lot of the Fairways Apartments, located in the 300 block of San Antonio Court, involving some sort of altercation between several males. During the altercation, several gunshots were fired. Victims Phillip Ayala and Alex Rodriguez were struck by the gunfire and died at the scene. The unidentified suspects fled the area prior to police arrival and remain at large. The case remains under investigation.
Anyone with information about this case is urged to contact Detective Sergeant Loyd Kinsworthy or Detective Bill Hoyt of the San Jose Police Departments homicide unit at (408) 277-5283, or at their e-mail addresses: Loyd.Kinsworthy@sanjoseca.gov and William.Hoyt@sanjoseca.gov. Persons wishing to remain anonymous may call the Silicon Valley Crime Stoppers at (408) 947-STOP (7867).
| BY: Officer Jose Garcia #3532 |
AUTHORIZED BY: Lt. A. Cavallo |
| DATE: 8/31/10 TIME: 4:30 PM |
DATE: 8/31/10 TIME: 5:00 PM |
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San Jose police investigates the July 28th robbery of Bank of the West, 965 S. De Anza Boulevard.
| TYPE OF CRIME: Robbery |
CASE NUMBER: 10-209-0629 |
| LOCATION: Bank of the West, 965 S. De Anza Boulevard |
DATE: 7/28/10 TIME: 3:32 PM |
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| VICTIM: Bank of the West |
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| SUSPECT #1: Unknown |
AGE: Mid-40's (Male) |
| ADDRESS: Unknown |
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Bank of the West
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Bank of America
Auburn, CA |
Bank of America
Auburn, CA |
San Jose: On 7/28/10, approximately 3:32 p.m., the suspect entered the Bank of the West, located at 965 South DeAnza Boulevard and presented a demand note to the teller. The unidentified suspect fled with an undisclosed amount of cash and remains at large.
The suspect was described as wearing a black Nike baseball cap, white long sleeve button shirt, denim blue pants, and black shoes.
The suspect is believed to be responsible for a string of bank robberies throughout the Bay Area, Rocklin, and Roseville on the following dates:
6/2/10 - Mountain View
6/11/10 - Redwood City
6/14/10 - Los Gatos
6/28/10 - Rocklin (Sacramento area)
7/2/10 - Menlo Park
7/9/10 - Daly City
7/17/10 - Pacifica
7/27/10 - Roseville (Sacramento area)
8/27/10 - Auburn
The San Jose police is asking for the public's assistance in identifying the suspect. Anyone with information about this case is urged to contact Detective Adam Hutson of the San Jose Police Department's robbery unit at (408) 277-4166, or via his e-mail address,
adam.hutson@sanjoseca.gov. Persons wishing to remain anonymous may call the Silicon Valley Crime Stoppers at (408) 947-STOP (7867).
| BY: Officer Jose Garcia #3532 |
AUTHORIZED BY: Sgt. C. Storlie #3291 |
| DATE: 9/1/10 TIME: 4:30 PM |
DATE: 9/1/10 TIME: 5:00 PM |
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San Jose police will conduct a Labor Day Weekend Sobriety & Driver License Checkpoint Saturday, September 4, 2010.
Major Enforcement Effort Seeks to Save Lives
Sobriety and Driver License Checkpoint
San Jose, California
Saturday, September 4, 2010
9:00PM to 3:00AM
San Jose Police Department Targets Impaired Drivers
with Sobriety Checkpoint during Labor Day Weekend
The San Jose Police Department will conduct a sobriety and driver license checkpoint in the City of San Jose on Saturday, September 4, 2010, from 9:00 p.m. to 3:00 a.m.
In an effort to reduce the number of persons killed and injured in alcohol-related crashes, sobriety checkpoints are conducted to identify offenders and get them off the street, as well as to educate the public on the dangers of impaired driving.
All too often, members of our community are senselessly injured or killed on local roadways by impaired drivers. This sobriety / driver license checkpoint is an effort to reduce those tragedies, as well as ensuring motorists have a valid driver license. A major component of these checkpoints is to increase awareness of the dangers of impaired driving and to encourage sober designated drivers.
A sobriety checkpoint is a proven and effective method for achieving this goal. By publicizing these enforcement and educational efforts, the San Jose Police Department believes motorists can be deterred from drinking and driving.
Traffic volume and weather permitting, all vehicles may be checked and drivers who are under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs will be arrested. Our objective is to send a clear message to those who are considering driving a motor vehicle after consuming alcohol and/or drugs: Drunk Driving, Over the Limit, Under Arrest.
The public is encouraged to help keep roadways safe by calling 9-1-1 if they observe a suspected impaired driver.
Funding for this operation is provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS), through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
The San Jose Police Department's DUI enforcement efforts are dedicated to the memory of 4-year-old Jose Cortes-Diaz, killed July 11, 2010 by a DUI driver, and to all victims of DUI-related incidents.
Inquires can be directed to Sgt. Steven Angel at 408-277-4341.
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46-year-old San Jose resident male missing under suspicious circumstances.
| TYPE OF CRIME: Missing Person |
CASE NUMBER: 10-125-9502 |
| LOCATION: 1700 block of De Rose Way |
DATE: 4/30/2010 TIME: 5:13 P.M. |
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| VICTIM: Virdell Green, Jr. |
AGE: 46 years |
| ADDRESS: San Jose Resident |
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San Jose: The San Jose Police Department is investigating the disappearance of 46-year-old Virdell Green, Jr., of San Jose. Virdell was reported missing by his employer on Wednesday, 5/5/10, after failing to show for work in Santa Cruz on 5/3/10.
Virdell was last heard from on 4/30/10 at 5:13 p.m. after leaving a voice mail message for his current girlfriend. His car, a Black 2002 Jeep Liberty sports utility vehicle, was located at his ex-girlfriends house in San Jose later that evening around 8:00 p.m., along with keys and personal property. However, Virdell was not seen parking the vehicle by any witnesses; it is unknown who actually parked the vehicle at that location. (Virdell Green and his ex-girlfriend have a child in common and maintain contact for that reason.)
Virdell Green is also member of a local musical group. Investigation revealed Virdell Green failed to show for musical performance engagements and band rehearsal since 4/30/10.
Family, friends, and coworkers have not heard from Virdell, which is reportedly uncharacteristic of him. He failed to call his employer or band members to report any planned absences, which is extremely out of character for him.
Virdell is African-American, between 5'7" and 5'8" in height, between 170-180 lbs., black hair and brown eyes, and known to wear prescription glasses and earrings (unknown if ears are pierced).
As of today, Thursday, September 2, 2010, Mr. Virdell Green remains missing and the investigation continues with no new developments. San Jose Police detectives are requesting the media rebroadcast the information in hopes to generate further leads.
Anyone with information regarding Mr. Green or his whereabouts is urged to call the San Jose Police Department, Missing Persons Unit, at (408) 277-4786 during normal business hours.
If calling after hours, please dial (408) 277-8900 or 9-1-1. Persons wishing to remain anonymous can call the Crime Stoppers tip line at (408) 947-STOP (7687).
| BY: Sergeant Ronnie Lopez #3187 |
AUTHORIZED BY: Sgt. Eric Quan #3108 |
| DATE: 9/2/2010 TIME: 2:30 PM |
DATE: 9/2/2010 TIME: 2:30 PM |
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San Jose Police Department's position on immigration law enforcement.
Rob Davis
Chief of Police
Press Release
CONTACT PERSON:
Jose Garcia, Public Information Officer
(408) 277-5339
For Immediate Release
September 2, 2010
Much discussion is taking place across the country concerning what responsibility local police departments have to ensure compliance with immigration laws. While the San Jose Police Department stands ready to work with any law enforcement agency to pursue violent suspects, regardless of a suspect's immigration status, the Department has a longstanding policy of not arresting persons based solely upon their failure to comply with Federal immigration laws. This longstanding policy was reaffirmed by the San Jose City Council on March 6, 2007, through its adoption of Resolution No. 73677, which states, in part:
"The City of San Jose has a strong interest in assuring that legal and undocumented immigrants do not fear interacting with their local governmental authorities. In past years, the City has seen how the reluctance of immigrants to interact with local authorities can critically undermine the health and safety of our community. For example, the failure of victims to report crimes, the reluctance of witnesses to cooperate with the police, or the unwillingness of parents to take children to school or to a health clinic, can have grave impacts on the well-being of all of San Jose's residents, including U.S. citizens.
The city of San Jose reaffirms the San Jose Police Department's longstanding policy that its officers will not arrest persons merely for their unlawful presence in the United States; that no otherwise law-abiding undocumented immigrants should fear arrest or deportation for coming forward to report a crime as a victim or witness; and that no otherwise law-abiding undocumented immigrants should fear arrest or deportation by contacting any employee of the city of San Jose to express concerns or to ask questions. Moreover, the City of San Jose maintains that Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) raids -- while laudable where they target violent or predatory criminals for deportation -- can have harsh and unintended consequences. Those sweeps that have cast the net widely to arrest otherwise law-abiding undocumented immigrants have raised the Council's concern, insofar as they undermine the ability of our police, fire department, and other city agencies to interact with fearful immigrants, leaving all of San Jose's residents less safe."
The San Jose Police Department recognizes the value of maintaining the community's trust, and it is only by doing so that the Department is able to partner with the community to garner cooperation and provide the highest quality of service and protection to all community members, regardless of immigration status.
| BY: Officer Jose Garcia #3532 |
AUTHORIZED BY: Rob Davis, Chief of Police |
| DATE: 9/2/10 TIME: 3:00 PM |
DATE: 9/2/10 TIME: 4:00 PM |
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San Jose police will conduct a Labor Day Weekend Sobriety & Driver License Checkpoint, Saturday, September 4, 2010
Update
Major Enforcement Effort Seeks to Save Lives
Sobriety and Driver License Checkpoint
San Jose, California
Saturday, September 4, 2010
9:00PM to 3:00AM
San Jose Police Department Targets Impaired Drivers
with Sobriety Checkpoint during Labor Day Weekend
The San Jose Police Department will conduct a sobriety and driver license checkpoint in the City of San Jose on Saturday, September 4, 2010 from 9:00 p.m. to 3:00 a.m., at Monterey Highway and Fehren Drive, in San Jose.
In an effort to reduce the number of persons killed and injured in alcohol-related crashes, sobriety checkpoints are conducted to identify offenders and get them off the street, as well as to educate the public on the dangers of impaired driving.
All too often, members of our community are senselessly injured or killed on local roadways by impaired drivers. This DUI / driver license checkpoint conducted in an effort to reduce those tragedies, as well as to ensure motorists have a valid driver license. A major component of these checkpoints is to increase awareness of the dangers of impaired driving and to encourage sober designated drivers.
A sobriety checkpoint is a proven and effective method for achieving this goal. By publicizing these enforcement and educational efforts, the San Jose Police Department believes motorists can be deterred from drinking and driving.
Traffic volume and weather permitting, all vehicles may be checked, and drivers who are under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs will be arrested. Our objective is to send a clear message to those who are considering operating a motor vehicle after consuming alcohol and/or drugs: Drunk Driving, Over the Limit, Under Arrest.
The public is encouraged to help keep roadways safe by calling 9-1-1 if they observe a suspected impaired driver.
Funding for this operation is provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS), through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
The San Jose Police Department's DUI enforcement efforts are dedicated to the memory of 4-year-old Jose Cortes-Diaz, killed July 11, 2010 by a DUI driver, and to all victim's of DUI-related incidents.
Inquires can be directed to Sgt. Steven Angel at 408-277-4341.
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2010 San Jose Police Major Awards Ceremony
Media Advisory
2010 SAN JOSE POLICE DEPARTMENT
MAJOR AWARDS BANQUET
FOURTH STREET SUMMIT CENTER
88 S. 4TH STREET, 7TH FLOOR
SAN JOSE, CA 95192
THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 9, 2010
AWARDS RECEPTION AND CEREMONY 5:00 PM to 8:30 PM
On Thursday September 9, 2010 at 5:00 p.m., the San Jose Police Department will host the Department's Annual Major Awards Banquet at the Fourth Street Summit Center. The purpose of the banquet is to honor officers and community members who have acted selflessly, and in extraordinary fashion, in the protection and defense of their fellow citizens and their community.
Eleven Citizens and ten police officers are due to be recognized at this event. Many of the awards to be presented are for life saving efforts. Some of those recipients are:
1. Mr. Kim Komenich, who was present as a suspect attempted to rob a bank. Despite overhearing the suspect inform the bank teller that he was armed, Mr. Komenich grabbed the suspect and held him for responding officers. As a result of his actions, three suspects were arrested without incident.
2. Mr. Sergio Jimenez, Mr. Justo Magana-Garcia and Mr. James Meyers who observed a violent automobile accident wherein the driver was trapped in a burning vehicle. The three rescuers braved hazards presented by the burning car and downed power lines to extricate the victim from the wreckage and to save him from fatal injury.
3. Officer Matt Bordoni, who saved a choking 2 year-old and prevented greater tragedy.
San Jose Police Chief Robert L. Davis will be present to present the awards.
A full list of the recipients will be available at the banquet.
For additional information, please contact San Jose Police Department Captain Scott Savage at (408) 277-5215.
| BY: Officer Jose Garcia #3532 |
AUTHORIZED BY: Capt. S. Savage |
| DATE: 9/8/10 TIME: 3:00 PM |
DATE: 9/8/10 TIME: 3:30 PM |
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San Jose police arrested a 21-year-old male suspect on sexual assault charges against a person under 18 years.
| TYPE OF CRIME: Sexual Assault |
CASE NUMBER: 10-251-0142 |
| LOCATION: Multiple possible addresses in San Jose and Fremont |
DATE: 9/8/2010 TIME: 6:37 AM
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| VICTIM: Withheld |
AGE: Minor Under the age of 18 |
| ADDRESS: San Jose Resident |
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| SUSPECT: Trung Alexander Dinh |
AGE: 21 (Male) |
| ADDRESS: San Jose Resident |
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San Jose: The San Jose Police Department has arrested a 21- year-old male adult resident of the City of San Jose for sexual assault upon a minor under the age of eighteen years.
Suspect Trung Alex Dinh is a seasonal badminton coach for Piedmont High Hills School in San Jose and may also have provided informal badminton coaching at various community centers and other athletic venues within the cities of Fremont and San Jose.
Anyone with information on this case or any similar cases is asked to call Detective Sean Morgan of the San Jose Police Departments Sexual Assault Investigations Unit at (408) 277-4102. Persons wishing to remain anonymous may call Crime Stoppers at (408) 947-STOP.
| BY: Officer Jose Garcia #3532 |
AUTHORIZED BY: Lt. Mike Kihmm |
| DATE: 9/9/10 TIME: 12:00 PM |
DATE: 9/9/10 TIME: 12:30 PM |
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San Jose police make arrest in July 28th robbery of Bank of the West, 965 S. De Anza Boulevard.
| TYPE OF CRIME: Robbery |
CASE NUMBER: 10-209-0629 |
| LOCATION: Bank of the West, 965 S. De Anza Boulevard |
DATE: 7/28/10 TIME: 3:32 PM |
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| VICTIM: Bank of the West |
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ADDRESS: 965 S. De Anza Boulevard |
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| SUSPECT: John Robert Alexander |
AGE: 56 (Male) |
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San Jose: On 9/7/10, 9:00 p.m., John Robert Alexander, 56, was arrested in Mono County by the Mono County Sheriff's Office as a result of an All Points Bullentin (APB).
On 9/1/10, the San Jose Police Department issued a press release asking the public's assistance in identifying Alexander, who was pictured in bank surveillance images during various robberies (click "Related Article" link below for details). As a result, the San Jose Police Department received information from the public who recognized and identified Alexander.
Investigators determined Alexander was transient and living out of his vehicle. A warrant for Alexander's arrest was issued and an APB was sent out to all regional law enforcement agencies. Mono County sheriff's deputies on patrol located Alexander's pick-up truck based on the APB and arrested Alexander.
Alexander was booked into and held at the Mono County Jail until he was tranferred to the Santa Clara County Jail on 9/9/10. Alexander remains in custody at the Santa Clara County Jail on robbery charges, with a $500,000.00 bail amount.
Anyone with information about this case is urged to contact Detective Adam Hutson of the San Jose Police Department's robbery unit at (408) 277-4166, or via his e-mail address,
adam.hutson@sanjoseca.gov. Persons wishing to remain anonymous may call the Silicon Valley Crime Stoppers at (408) 947-STOP (7867).
| BY: Officer Jose Garcia #3532 |
AUTHORIZED BY: Sgt. C. Storlie #3291 |
| DATE: 9/14/10 TIME: 10:30 AM |
DATE: 9/14/10 TIME: 11:00 AM |
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San Jose police are investigating a bank robbery committed on May 18, 2010.
| TYPE OF CRIME: Robbery |
CASE NUMBER: 10-138-0877 |
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LOCATION: Bank of America
2650 Berryessa Road
San Jose, CA |
DATE: 5/18/2010 TIME: 5:58 PM |
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| VICTIM: Bank of America |
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ADDRESS: 2650 Berryessa Road
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| SUSPECT: Caucasian male, in his 30's, 5'7" to 6' tall, 190-210 pounds, brown hair, and mustache. Last seen wearing a black baseball cap, short, sleeve tee shirt, and denim blue jeans. |
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San Jose: On 5/18/10, 5:58 p.m., the suspect entered the Bank of America branch, located at 2650 Berryessa Road, in San Jose, and demanded money from the teller. The unidentified suspect exited the bank with an undisclosed amount of cash and remains at large.
It is believed this same suspect committed three additional bank robberies between April 2010 and June 2010 in Santa Clara County and Roseville.
The Santa Clara County Sheriff's Office, San Jose Police Department, and Roseville Police Department are asking the public for assistance in identifying the suspect. Anyone with information about the suspect or bank robberies is urged to contact any of the following investigators:
Sergeant Paula McAllister
Santa Clara County Sheriff's Office
Investigative Services Division
(408) 808-4410
Sergeant Johnson Fong # 2710
San Jose Police Department
Bureau of Investigations, Robbery Unit
(408) 277-4166
Sergeant Matt Janney
Roseville Police Department
| BY: Officer Jose Garcia #3532 |
AUTHORIZED BY: Lt. G. Harper #2470 |
| DATE: 9/15/10 TIME: 3:00 PM |
DATE: 7/15/10 TIME: 3:30 PM |
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Robbery Arrests
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TYPE OF CRIME: Bank Robbery
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CASE #: 10-258-0664 & 10-259-0428
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VICTIM: Wells Fargo
LOCATION: 360 N. Capitol Expressway |
DATE: 09-15-2010 TIME: 3:54 PM
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VICTIM: Chase Bank
LOCATION: 55 W. Santa Clara Street |
DATE: 09-16-2010 TIME: 12:55 PM |
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| SUSPECT ARRESTED IN WELLS FARGO BANK ROBBERY: |
Eddie Ortega, 63 Years, Male
San Jose Resident |
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James Collins, 60 Years, Male
San Jose Resident |
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Suspect: James Collins |
San Jose:
Two separate bank robbery suspects were arrested by the San Jose Police Department (SJPD) thanks to the assistance of community members.
On Wednesday, September 15, 2010, Eddie Ortega, a 63-year-old San Jose resident, robbed the Wells Fargo Bank, located at 360 N. Capitol Expressway in San Jose, and fled the scene. Based on the description provided by community members, San Jose Police Officer N. Duong apprehended the suspect on the Light Rail platform less than one block from the bank.
On Thursday, September 16, 2010, James Collins, a 60-year-old San Jose resident, robbed the Chase Bank, located at 55 W. Santa Clara Street in San Jose. Once again, based on the description given by community members, the suspect was apprehended. San Jose Officer M. Lloyd located and arrested Collins less than one block from the bank.
SJPD was successful in apprehending these suspects because members of the community were willing to get involved and come forward with information. The SJPD would like to thank these community members for their help in keeping the city safe.
Anyone with information is urged to contact the San Jose Police Department's Robbery Lt. Glenn Harper at (408) 277-4166. Person wishing to remain anonymous may contact Crime Stoppers at (408) 947-STOP (7867).
| BY: Sergeant Ronnie Lopez #3187 |
AUTHORIZED BY: Lt. Glenn Harper |
| DATE: 09-20-10 TIME: 1:30 PM |
DATE: 09-20-10 TIME: 1:30 PM |
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Burglary - Korean Baptist Church of San Jose
| TYPE OF CRIME: Burglary |
CASE NUMBER: 10-267-0004 |
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LOCATION: Korean Bapist Church
1056 Pinewood Drive. |
DATE: 8/20/2010 - 9/24/2010
TIMES: Various |
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| SUSPECT #1: Edwin Rennels |
AGE: 21 Years (Male) |
| ADDRESS: Transient |
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AGE: 24: Years (Male) |
| ADDRESS: San Jose Resident |
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Suspect Anthony Regna |
San Jose:
Between August 20, 2010 and September 24, 2010, San Jose Police Department responded to several reported burglaries at the Korean Baptist Church, 1056 Pinewood Drive, San Jose.
Officers Catherine Unger and Christopher Warren located evidence that identified Suspect Edwin Rennles. Sergeant Brian Johst coordinated a surveillance operation on September 24, 2010. During this night, Officer Steven Valentine observed Suspect Rennels and another suspect, later identified as Anthony Regna, break into the church again.
Officers from the patrol division and canine unit established a perimeter around the church and waited for the suspects to exit. The suspects resisted arrest and led the officers on a foot chase, but were apprehended shortly thereafter by canine officers.
Rennels and Regna were booked into the Santa Clara County Main Jail on burglary charges.
Anyone with information on this case is urge to contact San Jose Police Department's Burglary Detective Katie Reyes at 408-277-4401. Persons wishing to remain anonymous may contact Crime Stoppers at 408-947-STOP (7867).
| BY: Sergeant Ronnie Lopez #3187 |
AUTHORIZED BY: Lt. Dave Storton |
| DATE: 9/28/10 TIME: 3:30 PM |
DATE: 9/28/10 TIME: 4:00 PM |
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Security camera photos showing a hooded suspect with a knife, attacking a bank customer at the ATM.
| TYPE OF CRIME: Armed Robbery |
CASE NUMBERS:
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LOCATION: Chase Bank
1705 E. Capitol Expressway
San Jose, Ca. |
DATE: 8/28/10 TIME: 6:39 AM
DATE: 9/2/10 TIME: 12:35 AM |
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AGE: 40 years (Female) |
| ADDRESS: San Jose Resident |
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AGE: 43 years (Female) |
| ADDRESS: San Jose Resident |
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| SUSPECT #1: Unknown |
AGE: Male Adult |
| ADDRESS: Unknown |
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CASE: 10-240-0246
On 8/28/10, approximately 6:39 a.m., an armed robbery occurred at the Chase Bank ATM vestibule, 1705 E. Capitol Expressway, in San Jose. The 40-year-old female victim was approached from behind by the suspect as she stood at the automated teller machine (ATM). The suspect was armed with a knife and placed his arm around the victim's neck while demanding money. The suspect robbed the victim before fleeing on foot in an unknown direction.
The suspect was described as male, unknown race, between 5'7" and 5'11" tall, 160-170 lbs., wearing a black hooded sweatshirt or jacket, black pants, and black and white shoes.
CASE: 10-245-0044
On 9/2/10, approximately 12:35 a.m., a second armed robbery occurred at the Chase Bank ATM vestibule, 1705 E. Capitol Expressway, in San Jose. The 43-year-old female victim was approached from behind by the suspect as she stood at the ATM. The suspect placed his arm around the suspect's neck and demanded money. The suspect knocked the victim to the ground and fled on foot in an unknown direction before he was able to rob her. No weapons were seen and the victim was uninjured.
The suspect was described as African-American, between 5'10" and 6'00" tall, thin build, wearing a dark colored hooded jacket and black shoes. The suspect may also have a mustache and dredlock hairstyle.
It is believed the same suspect is responsible for both robberies. The San Jose Police Department asks for the public's assistance in identifying the suspect.
Anyone with information about the suspect or either of these cases is urged to contact Detective William Young #3456 of the San Jose Police Department's robbery unit at (408) 277-4166. Persons wishing to remain anonymous may call the Silicon Valley Crime Stoppers hotline at (408) 947-STOP (7867).
| BY: Officer Jose Garcia #3532 |
AUTHORIZED BY: Lt. Glenn Harper |
| DATE: 9/29/10 TIME: 4:00 PM |
DATE: 9/29/10 TIME: 4:30 :PM |
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San Jose police investigates an Attempted Murder and Kidnapping incident.
| TYPE OF CRIME: Attempted Murder and Kidnapping |
CASE NUMBER: 10-276-0374
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| LOCATION: 2600 block of Lucena Drive |
DATE: 10/3/10 TIME: 7:47 AM |
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| VICTIM #1: Withheld |
AGE: 28 years (Male) |
| ADDRESS: San Jose Resident |
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| VICTIM #2: Judy La |
AGE: 18 years (Vietnamese Female) |
| ADDRESS: San Jose Resident |
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AGE: 28 years (Vietnamese Male)
Black hair, brown eyes, 6'00" tall, 160 lbs. |
| ADDRESS: San Jose Resident |
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Aka: Tony Pham
Photo taken 8/17/10 |
Suspect Brian Bui Adrong
Aka: Tony Pham
Photo taken 9/27/07 |
Victim Judy La
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 Suspect Vehicle: Black 2002 Lexus IS300 |
San Jose: On 10/3/10, 7:47 a.m., San Jose police responded to a reported stabbing and kidnapping in the 2600 block of Lucena Drive in San Jose. The suspect, Brian Bui Adrong, 28, of San Jose, confronted both victims in their residence and stabbed victim #1 multiple times. Adrong took victim La against her will and fled in an unknown vehicle; however, the suspect has a black 2002 Lexus IS300, bearing California license plate number, 6DSJ212, registered to him that may have been used to flee.
Suspect Adrong is acquainted with one of the victims and the motive remains under investigation.
Victim #1, who's identity is currently being withheld, was admitted to a local hospital with multiple, non life-threatening stab wounds and lacerations.
Suspect Adrong and victim La's whereabout are unknown, and the San Jose Police Department is asking the publics assistance in locating them.
Anyone with information about suspect Adrong or victim La's whereabouts, or about this incident, is urged to contact Detective Sergeant Jorge Gutierrez or Detective Barbara Melloch of the San Jose Police Department's assaults unit at (408) 277-4161, or the San Jose Police Communications Center at (408) 277-8911 during non-business hours. Persons wishing to remain anonymous may call the Silicon Valley Crime Stoppers at (408) 947-STOP (7867).
| BY: Officer Jose Garcia #3532 |
AUTHORIZED BY: Lt. S. Williams |
| DATE: 13/3/10 TIME: 8:00 PM |
DATE: 10/3/10 TIME: 8:15 PM |
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Fatal Hit-and-Run
| TYPE OF CRIME: Fatal Hit-and-Run |
CASE NUMBER: 10-264-0181 |
| LOCATION: Zanker / Los Esteros roads |
DATE: 9/21/2010
TIME REPORTED: 6:51 AM |
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| VICTIM: Carmen Martinez-Reyes |
AGE: 39 years (Male) |
| ADDRESS: San Jose Resident |
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San Jose:
On 9/21/10, approximately 6:30 a.m., the victim was struck by a vehicle on Los Esteros Road in Alviso while riding his bicycle. The vehicle fled the scene and the victim was found on the side of the road a short time after the collision.
Anyone with information is urged to contact the San Jose Police Department's traffic investigations unit at (408) 277-4654. Those wishing to remain anonymous may call Crime Stoppers at (408) 947-STOP (7867).
| BY: Officer Jose Garcia #3532 |
AUTHORIZED BY: Lt. R. Reinhardt |
| DATE: 10/5/10 TIME: 2:30 PM |
DATE: 7/13/10 TIME: 3:00 PM |
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A 22-year-old San Jose resident was arrested on sexual assault charges and booked into jail.
| TYPE OF CRIME: Possible Sexual Assault |
CASE NUMBER: 10-228-0125 |
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DATE: 10/9/2010 TIME: 2:30 AM |
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AGE: 21 years (Female) |
| ADDRESS: Mountain View Resident |
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| SUSPECT: Manuel Ramos |
AGE: 22 years (Male) |
| ADDRESS: San Jose Resident |
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San Jose:
The San Jose Police Department is currently investigating a possible sexual assault of a female that occurred October 9, 2010, at approximately 2:30 a.m. The assault occurred on the sidewalk area in front at 33 E. San Fernando Street. The business, Gordon Biersch Brewery, was closed at the time of the assault.
Witnesses reported the incident to police and provided information leading to the arrest of Manuel Ramos, 22, of San Jose. Ramos was arrested at the scene and booked into the Santa Clara County Jail on sexual assault charges.
Anyone with information on this case or any similar cases is asked to call Detective Jodi Williams or Sergeant James Hunt of the San Jose Police Department's Sexual Assault Investigations Unit at (408) 277-4102. Persons wishing to remain anonymous may call Crime Stoppers at (408) 947-STOP (7867).
| BY: Officer Jose Garcia #3532 |
AUTHORIZED BY: Lt. M. Kihmm |
| DATE: 10/11/10 TIME: 12:00 PM |
DATE: 10/11/10 TIME: 12:30 PM |
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The San Jose Police Department has arrested a 64-year-old male adult resident of the City of San Jose for sexual assault upon multiple minors all under the age of eighteen years.
| TYPE OF CRIME: Sexual Assault |
CASE NUMBER: 10-279-0574 |
| LOCATION: McKinley Elementary School |
DATE: 10/6/10 TIME: 2:56 PM |
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AGE: Minor under the age of 18 |
| ADDRESS: San Jose Resident |
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| SUSPECT: Jayanthum Kapasi |
AGE: 64 Years (Male) |
| ADDRESS: San Jose Resident |
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San Jose: The San Jose Police Department has arrested a 64-year-old male adult resident of the City of San Jose for sexual assault upon multiple minors all under the age of eighteen years.
Suspect Jayanthum Kapasi is a substitute teacher for the Franklin-McKinley School District in San Jose and may also have substituted in the San Jose Unified School District in San Jose. His most recent substituting assignment was at McKinley Elementary School.
Anyone with information on this case or any similar cases, is asked to contact Detective Jodi Williams of the San Jose Police Department's Sexual Assault Investigations Unit at 408-277-4102. Persons wishing to remain anonymous may call Crime Stoppers at 408-947-STOP (7867).
| BY: Sergeant Ronnie Lopez #3187 |
AUTHORIZED BY: Lt. Mike Kihmm |
| DATE: 10-11-10 TIME: 12:00 PM |
DATE: 10-11-10 TIME: 12:00 PM |
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San Jose police are investigating an attempted child abduction.
| TYPE OF CRIME: Assault and Attempted Child Abduction |
CASE NUMBER: 10-285-0426 |
| LOCATION: Monterey Road / Rodling Way |
DATE: 10/12/2010 TIME: 11:45 AM |
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AGE: (Female) |
| ADDRESS: San Jose Resident |
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| SUSPECT: Unknown |
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San Jose: The San Jose Police Department is investigating an assault and attempted child abduction that occurred Tuesday, 10/12/10, around 11:45 a.m. The victim was walking north on Monterey Road with her one-year-old daughter, who was seated in a "push-and-ride" car being pushed by the victim.
The suspect, driving a red, two-door car, stopped on northbound Monterey Road, just north of the Rodling Condominiums entrance. The suspect exited his car and followed the victim on foot for several seconds before grabbing the victim and pushing her aside while reaching for the victim's daughter.
The victim fought off the suspect, causing him to run back to his vehicle and flee. The suspect was described as an Hispanic male, in his late 20's to early 30's, 5'8" to 5'9" tall, average build, dark hair and eyes, and wearing a black tee shirt and a navy blue mechanic's style jumpsuit. The suspect was also described as being very sweaty and dirty with grease or oil.
Anyone with information about this case is urged to contact Detective Carlos Melo of the San Jose Police Department's assaults unit at (408) 277-4161. Persons wishing to remain anonymous may call the Silicon Valley Crime Stoppers at (408) 947-STOP (7867).
| BY: Officer Jose Garcia #3532 |
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| DATE: 7/12/10 TIME: 3:00 PM |
DATE: 7/13/10 TIME: 3:30 PM |
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San Jose police ivnestigate a vehicle - pedestrian collision involving a San Jose police vehicle.
| TYPE OF INCIDENT: Auto-Pedestrian Collision involving a San Jose police officer |
CASE NUMBER: 10-291-0844 |
| LOCATION: E. Santa Clara, between 13th and 14th streets |
DATE: 10/18/2010 TIME: 7:22 PM |
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| PEDESTRIAN: Lakhbir Chahal |
AGE: 63 years (Male) |
| ADDRESS: Fremont Resident |
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| DRIVER: Officer Bach Tran |
AGE: 49 years (Male) |
| ADDRESS: San Jose Police Department |
YEARS OF SERVICE: 17 |
| VEHICLE: San Jose police patrol vehicle |
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San Jose: On 10/18/10, approximately 7:22 p.m., Officer Tran was on patrol duty and operating a marked San Jose police vehicle. He was traveling west on E. Santa Clara Street, between 13th and 14th streets, when he struck Mr. Lakhbir Chahal who was crossing the street on foot.
Mr. Chahal was taken to Santa Clara Valley Medical Center by ambulance where he was admitted for his injuries. Officer Tran was uninjured.
The collision and cause are being investigated by the San Jose Police Department.
Anyone who may have witnessed this incident, or with information about this incident, is urged to contact Detective Sergeant Rick DeLisser or Detective Mark Mabanag of the San Jose Police Department's traffic investigations unit at (408) 277-4654. Persons wishing to remain anonymous may call the Silicon Valley Crime Stoppers at (408) 947-STOP (7867).
| BY: Officer Jose Garcia #3532 |
AUTHORIZED BY: Capt. L. Ryan |
| DATE: 10/19/10 TIME: 11:00 AM |
DATE: 10/19/10 TIME: 12:00 PM |
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The San Jose Police Department is conducting an investigation into an officer-involved shooting incident that occurred earlier this morning.
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| LOCATION: Seminole Way/Tampa Way |
DATE: 10-21-2010 TIME: 4:50 PM |
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AGE: 34 Years (Male) |
| ADDRESS: San Jose Resident |
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San Jose:
The San Jose Police Department is conducting an investigation into an officer-involved shooting incident that occurred earlier this morning. The investigation is being monitored by the SJPD Internal Affairs Unit, the Santa Clara County District Attorneys Office and the Office of the Independent Auditor. The preliminary investigation has revealed the following.
On Thursday, October 21, 2010 at approximately 1:50 a.m. a San Jose Police Officer attempted to stop a subject for a California vehicle code infraction in the area of Cunningham Ave. and Nassau Dr. in San Jose. The vehicle sped away, but the officer was able to obtain a license plate number. Officers checked police data bases and learned that the registered owner of the vehicle had a half-a-millions-dollar felony warrant for an attempted murder. Officers determined that the wanted suspect had allegedly stabbed his father multiple times in July 2010 in San Jose. The suspect had a very violent criminal history. Officers obtained a photograph of the suspect wanted for the attempted murder and the officer who originally attempted to stop the vehicle verified that the subject driving the car he tried to stop was the same person.
Officers circulated the area in an attempt to locate the vehicle and suspect. At approximately 4:08 a.m. officers located the vehicle with the suspect sleeping in it within one mile of the original attempted car stop in the area of Seminole Way and Tampa Way in San Jose. Multiple officers were called to the area and a supervisor and officers developed a tactical plan to safely take the suspect into custody that would not allow him to flee again or be a danger to others.
The officers surrounded and blocked the suspects vehicle with patrol vehicles. Officers got on a patrol car Public Address (PA) system and started issuing commands to the suspect. The suspect put the car into gear and drove forward into a patrol car that had been pulled in front of his vehicle to block him in. Officers continued to issue commands to the suspect and he failed to comply. An officer started approaching the vehicle and the suspect responded by shooting a large caliber handgun that had an increased capacity magazine. Numerous officers returned fire. Officers could see the subject still moving around in the car and continued to order the suspect out of the car and he would not comply. Officers started evacuating residents from the immediate area and SJPD Special Operations Units were called-out from home and responded to the scene with tactical negotiators. The suspect continued to refuse to leave the vehicle. A robot was utilized to approach the vehicle and officers were able to extract the suspect from the car at approximately 8:40 a.m. and transport him to a local hospital for medical care.
The officer who initially approached the vehicle was transported to a local hospital and treated and released for minor injuries to his face and a minor injury to his leg.
Anyone with information about this incident is urged to contact the San Jose Police Department Homicide Unit, Detective Sergeant Anthony Mata or Detective John Barg at (408) 277-5283. Persons wishing to remain anonymous may contact Crime Stoppers at (408) 947-STOP (7867).
| BY: Sergeant Ronnie Lopez #3187 |
AUTHORIZED BY: Chief Rob Davis |
| DATE: 10-21-10 TIME: 1:00 PM |
DATE: 10-21-10 TIME: 1:00 PM |
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On Thursday, October 21, 2010 at approximately 10:56 PM, San Jose Police Officers responded to person shot in the 2100 block of Hikido Drive in San Jose. Upon arrival, officers located a 33-year-old male victim, later identified as Tyson Krider, out ...
| TYPE OF CRIME: Homicide |
CASE NUMBER: 10-294-0979 |
| LOCATION: 2100 block of Hikido Drive |
DATE: 10-21-2010 TIME: 10:56 PM |
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| VICTIM: Tyson Krider |
AGE: 33 Years (Male) |
| ADDRESS: San Jose Resident |
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| SUSPECT: Ryan Gillis |
AGE: 28 Years (Male) |
| ADDRESS: San Jose Resident |
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San Jose:
On Thursday, October 21, 2010 at approximately 10:56 PM, San Jose Police Officers responded to person shot in the 2100 block of Hikido Drive in San Jose. Upon arrival, officers located a 33-year-old male victim, later identified as Tyson Krider, outside of the residence. He suffered a gun shot wound and was pronounced dead at the scene.
Suspect Ryan Gillis, a 28-year-old male was arrested at the scene without incident. He was subsequently booked into the Santa Clara County Main Jail on murder charges. This case remains under investigation. The motive has yet to be confirmed.
This marks San Jose's nineteenth homicide of the year.
Anyone with information is urged to contact the San Jose Police Department's Homicide Unit Detective Sergeant Tony Mata or Detective John Barg at 408-277-5283. Persons wishing to remain anonymous may contact Crime Stoppers at 408-947-STOP (7687).
| BY: Sergeant Ronnie Lopez #3187 |
AUTHORIZED BY: Lt. Alan Cavallo |
| DATE: 10-22-10 TIME: 3:00 PM |
DATE: 10-22-10 TIME: 3:00 PM |
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San Jose Police Department receives new anti-DUI grant
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SAN JOSE POLICE TO COMBAT DUI DEATHS AND INJURIES
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The San Jose Police Department has been awarded a new traffic safety grant for a year-long anti-DUI program aimed at preventing deaths and injuries on our roadways. Additional enforcement measures in place to combat impaired driving are coming as a result of a recent $382,259.00 grant awarded by the California Office of Traffic Safety to City of San Jose. The San Jose Police Department is dedicated to keeping our streets safe through both enforcement and education.
"As a long time partner with the Office of Traffic Safety, the San Jose Police Department looks forward to this renewed effort toward enforcement of driving under the influence laws. We recognize that on average three people die every day in California as a result of this dangerous activity. During our 2010 DUI campaign, we hope that through awareness, education and enforcement we can continue to help reduce collisions and the resulting tragedies that are caused by drivers operating a vehicle under the influence of drugs or alcohol," said Chief Rob Davis, San Jose Police Chief.
The special DUI Enforcement and Awareness grant is geared to assist efforts to reduce the number of persons killed and injured in alcohol and other drug-related collisions in the community. The grant activities will specifically target impaired driving offenders as well as educate the public on the dangers of impaired driving. This will be accomplished through the use of DUI/driver's license checkpoints and saturation patrols.
Imparied / Drunk driving is one of America's deadliest crimes. In 2009, over 10,839 people died in highway crashes involving a driver or motorcycle operator with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of .08 percent or higher. California data for 2009 shows that 950 died in Alcohol Impaired Collisions, a 7.6 percent reduction in deaths from 2008.
"Everyone in California should be heartened with these figures," said Christopher J. Murphy, Director of the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS). "But as encouraging as this is, we can't let up on the efforts to promote and enforce traffic safety. Far too many are still losing their lives or being severely injured on our roadways.
"These figures represent more people making it home safely and alive each day," said Murphy. "But to keep this trend going, we will continue to strive to meet our vision -- Toward zero deaths, every 1 counts."
Funding for this program is provided by the California Office of Traffic Safety through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
| BY: Officer Jose Garcia #3532 |
AUTHORIZED BY: Lt. Chris Monahan |
| DATE: 10/25/10 TIME: 11:45 PM |
DATE: 10/25/10 TIME: 12:00 PM |
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Two suspects are shown here in the act of committing an armed robbery.
| TYPE OF CRIME: Armed Robbery |
CASE NUMBER: 10-272-0486 |
| LOCATION: 1600 block of Monterey Road |
DATE:09/29/2010 TIME: 11:54 AM |
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AGE: Late 20s to Early 30s (Male) |
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San Jose: On 9/29/10, approximately 11:54 a.m., the Monterey Road Dispensary (cannabis club) was robbed at gunpoint by two unknown males. The first suspect produced a handgun and ordered the two employees inside the establishment to the ground. The suspects tied the employees' hands and robbed them of personal effects, along with cash and marijuana from the business. The suspects fled in a green Honda 4-door and remain at large. The suspects did not discharge their firearm and the employees were uninjured.
The suspects are believed to be associated with a similar cannabis club robbery that occurred September 18, 2010 in San Jose.
Anyone with information about the suspects or either robbery is urged to contact Detectives Jason Tanner or Brandon Sanchez of the San Jose Police Department's robbery unit at (408) 277-4166. Persons wishing to remain anonymous may call the Silicon Valley Crime Stoppers hotline at (408) 947-STOP (7867).
| BY: Officer Jose Garcia #3532 |
AUTHORIZED BY: Sgt. C. Storlie |
| DATE: 10/26/2010 TIME: 2: 00 PM |
DATE: 10/26/2010 TIME: 3:00 PM |
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San Jose police arrest suspect in the October 19 robbery of Bank of America in San Jose.
| TYPE OF CRIME: Bank Robbery (Suspect Arrested) |
CASE NUMBER: 10-292-0403 |
| LOCATION: 2600 block of N. First Street |
DATE: 10/19/2010 TIME: 12:21 PM |
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| ADDRESS: 2600 block of N. First Street, San Jose |
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SUSPECT: John Bruce Lynch |
DOB: 7/30/66 (Male) |
| ADDRESS: Milpitas resident |
PFN: CJV307 |
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San Jose: On 10/19/10, 12:13 p.m., Lynch entered the Bank of America in the 2600 block of N. First Street in San Jose and robbed the establishment by presenting a demand note to the teller. Lynch fled with an undisclosed amount of cash and was arrested a few hours later in a gambling casino, in the city of San Pablo, with the assistance of the San Pablo and Kensington police departments, after robbery investigators learned of his whereabouts.
Lynch was arrested without incident and booked into the Santa Clara County Jail on robbery and state parole violation charges.
Anyone with information about this case is urged to contact Detective Jason Tanner of the San Jose Police Department's robbery unit at (408) 277-4166. Persons wishing to remain anonymous may call the Silicon Valley Crime Stopperst at (408) 947-STOP (7867).
| BY: Officer Jose Garcia #3532 |
AUTHORIZED BY: Lt. G. Harper |
| DATE: 10/26/10 TIME: 3:00 PM |
DATE: 10/26/10 TIME: 4:00 PM |
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San Jose Police Department will hold a press conference to announce new crime prevention technology.
Media Advisory
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Room 314 (Third Floor)
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On Friday, October 29, 2010, The San Jose Police Department (SJPD) will host a press conference at the Police Administration Building (PAB), 201 W. Mission Street, in the Bureau of Investigations (BOI), room 314.
The SJPD will be announcing support for private sector collaboration between two technology companies, CrimeReports.com (www.crimereports.com) and Logitech (www.logitech.com), and how their collaboration with the City can support shared public safety goals among community members.
The SJPD has been using the CrimeReports.com application since 2007, and the new Neighborhood Central application includes progressive, new tools for registered end-users to help improve the awareness, engagement and communication on shared crime prevention issues. Neighborhood Central also includes functionality for end-users to register personal security video cameras, such as the state-of-the-art Logitech devices, as a crime prevention asset.
Representatives from the SJPD, CrimeReports.com and Logitech will each describe the project, demonstrate how the different applications work together, demonstrate the new, state-of-art Logitech security video cameras and answer questions from the media.
| BY: Officer Jose Garcia #3532 |
AUTHORIZED BY: Chief Rob Davis |
| DATE: 10/26/10TIME: 4:00 PM |
DATE: 10/28/10 TIME: 12:30 PM |
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San Jose police will conduct a Sobriety and Driver License Checkpoint, Saturday, October 30, 2010
Major Enforcement Effort Seeks to Save Lives
Sobriety and Driver License Checkpoint
San Jose, California
Saturday, October 30, 2010
9:00PM to 3:00AM
San Jose Police Department Targets Impaired Drivers
with Sobriety Checkpoint during Halloween Weekend
The San Jose Police Department will conduct a sobriety and driver license checkpoint in the City of San Jose on Saturday, October 30, 2010, from 9:00 p.m. to 3:00 a.m.
In an effort to reduce the number of persons killed and injured in alcohol-related crashes, sobriety checkpoints are conducted to identify offenders and get them off the street, as well as to educate the public on the dangers of impaired driving.
All too often, members of our community are senselessly injured or killed on local roadways by impaired drivers. This sobriety / driver license checkpoint is an effort to reduce those tragedies, as well as ensuring motorists have a valid driver license. A major component of these checkpoints is to increase awareness of the dangers of impaired driving and to encourage sober designated drivers.
A sobriety checkpoint is a proven and effective method for achieving this goal. By publicizing these enforcement and educational efforts, the San Jose Police Department believes motorists can be deterred from drinking and driving.
Traffic volume and weather permitting, all vehicles may be checked and drivers who are under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs will be arrested. Our objective is to send a clear message to those who are considering driving a motor vehicle after consuming alcohol and/or drugs: Drunk Driving, Over the Limit, Under Arrest.
The public is encouraged to help keep roadways safe by calling 9-1-1 if they observe a suspected impaired driver.
Funding for this operation is provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS), through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
The San Jose Police Department's DUI enforcement efforts are dedicated to the memory of 4-year-old Jose Cortes-Diaz, killed July 11, 2010 by a DUI driver, and to all victims of DUI-related incidents.
Inquires can be directed to Sgt. Steven Angel at 408-277-4341.
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San Jose police will conduct a Sobriety and Driver License Checkpoint, Saturday, October 30, 2010
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Major Enforcement Effort Seeks to Save Lives
Sobriety and Driver License Checkpoint
San Jose, California
Saturday, October 30, 2010
9:00PM to 3:00AM
San Jose Police Department Targets Impaired Drivers
with Sobriety Checkpoint during Halloween Weekend
The San Jose Police Department will conduct a sobriety and driver license checkpoint in the City of San Jose on Saturday, October 30, 2010 from 9:00 p.m. to 3:00 a.m., at S. Bascom Avenue and Whitethorne Drive, in San Jose.
In an effort to reduce the number of persons killed and injured in alcohol-related crashes, sobriety checkpoints are conducted to identify offenders and get them off the street, as well as to educate the public on the dangers of impaired driving.
All too often, members of our community are senselessly injured or killed on local roadways by impaired drivers. This DUI / driver license checkpoint conducted in an effort to reduce those tragedies, as well as to ensure motorists have a valid driver license. A major component of these checkpoints is to increase awareness of the dangers of impaired driving and to encourage sober designated drivers.
A sobriety checkpoint is a proven and effective method for achieving this goal. By publicizing these enforcement and educational efforts, the San Jose Police Department believes motorists can be deterred from drinking and driving.
Traffic volume and weather permitting, all vehicles may be checked, and drivers who are under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs will be arrested. Our objective is to send a clear message to those who are considering operating a motor vehicle after consuming alcohol and/or drugs: Drunk Driving, Over the Limit, Under Arrest.
The public is encouraged to help keep roadways safe by calling 9-1-1 if they observe a suspected impaired driver.
Funding for this operation is provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS), through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
The San Jose Police Department's DUI enforcement efforts are dedicated to the memory of 4-year-old Jose Cortes-Diaz, killed July 11, 2010 by a DUI driver, and to all victim's of DUI-related incidents.
Inquires can be directed to Sgt. Steven Angel at 408-277-4341.
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The San Jose police is asking for the public's assistance in identifying two robbery suspects.
| TYPE OF CRIME: Strong Armed Robbery |
CASE NUMBER: 10-302-0098 |
| LOCATION: Mi Pueblo Market parking lot, S. 6th and E. Julian streets |
DATE: 10/29/2010 TIME: 1:50 AM |
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AGE: 27 Years (Male) |
| ADDRESS: San Jose Resident |
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| ADDRESS: Unknown |
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On 10/29/10, approximately 1:50 a.m., the victim was assaulted and robbed by two unknown males while walking in the parking lot of Mi Pueblo Market, located at the corner of S. 6
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The victim (pictured on the right, wearing a white tee shirt) was talking on his cellular phone when the two suspects (pictured on the left and center) approached him. The victim and suspects spoke briefly around 1:50 a.m. At 2:02 a.m., the San Jose Police Department's 9-1-1 Center received a call of a person down.
Officers arrived and found the victim unconscious, only several yards from where he had spoken with the suspects. The victim's cellular phone and wallet were missing.
The victim was taken to a local hospital, where he remains with life-threatening injuries.
Anyone with information about this case is urged to contact detectives Jon Atkinson or John Mitchell of the San Jose Police Department's robbery unit at (408) 277-4166. Persons wishing to remain anonymous may call the Silicon Valley Crime Stoppers at (408) 947-STOP (7867).
| BY: Officer Jose Garcia #3532 |
AUTHORIZED BY: Lt. G. Harper |
| DATE: 11/4/2010 TIME: 3:00 PM |
DATE: 11/4/2010 TIME: 3:30 PM |
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The San Jose police rescued a San Jose kidnapped man from his captors and arrested five suspects.
| TYPE OF CRIME: Kidnapping for Ransom |
CASE NUMBER: 10-309-0164 |
| LOCATION: Story Road / Hobie Lane |
DATE: 11/4/2010 TIME: Between 9:00 PM and 12:30 AM |
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AGE: 35 years (Male) |
| ADDRESS: Santa Clara County Resident |
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AGE: 28 years (Male) |
| ADDRESS: Los Angeles Resident |
PFN: EAP430 |
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| SUSPECT #2: Libni Ramirez Sanchez |
AGE: 23 years (Male) |
| ADDRESS: Hayward Resident |
PFN: DXU300 |
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| SUSPECT #3: Efrain Martinez |
AGE: 34 years (Male) |
| ADDRESS: San Jose Resident |
PFN: DPC906 |
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| SUSPECT #4: Wilber Gomez |
AGE: 26 years (Male) |
| ADDRESS: San Jose Resident |
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AGE: 33 years (Male) |
| ADDRESS: San Jose Resident |
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Suspect Libni Sanchez |
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San Jose: On Friday, 11/5/10, 7:16 a.m., the San Jose Police Department received a report of a kidnapping. The caller, a relative of the victim, reported the victim had left his home the previous evening, Thursday, 11/4/10, around 9:00 p.m. to run errands. This was not considered unusual for the victim, as the victim is a local food business owner and is known to check his business establishments during the evening hours.
The victim failed to return home at the expected time, prompting family to call the victim's cellular phone around 12:30 a.m. However, the victim's phone apparently was turned off and the call went directly to voice mail. This in itself was unusual, as the victim habitually maintains his cellular phone turned on and is known to answer all calls.
At approximately 1:15 a.m., Friday, 11/5/10, the victim's family received a call from the one of the suspects, demanding $1 million ransom by 6:00 a.m. for the safe return of the victim. The victim's family delayed calling the San Jose Police Department until 7:16 a.m., at which time a team of officers were assigned to the investigation from the Patrol Division; Special Operations -- Mobile Emergency Response Group and Equipment (MERGE) and METRO; Bureau of Investigations -- Robbery, Assaults, Gang Investigations, and Homicide units initiated an intensive and widespread investigation into the victim's kidnapping.
The police investigation continued throughout the day with officers coordinating their various investigative methods at various locations throughout the city. These concerted investigative efforts allowed officers to develop leads and information that subsequently revealed the victim was being held captive in the 1100 block of Fargate Circle in San Jose.
Officers responded to the 1100 block of Fargate Circle and observed a vehicle leaving the house where the victim was being held. Officers conducted a high-risk vehicle stop of the suspect car and took the driver and one passenger into custody at approximately 8:13 p.m.
Officers obtained information from the driver and passenger of the suspect vehicle which confirmed the victim was alive and being held in a two-story residential dwelling of the 1100 block of Fargate Circle.
Officers continued to surveil the house where the victim was being held and observed two males exit the house. Officers acted promptly and took the two subjects into custody without incident.
Officers obtained additional information from both suspects, which confirmed the victim was being held captive in the house while bound with duct tape. Officers also learned of a fifth suspect who was armed and had remained in the house to monitor the victim.
Shortly after officers arrested the two subjects that had exited the house, a male subject was observed jumping out a second story window from the house where the victim was being held. Officers contacted the subject who had jumped out of the window and determined it was the victim.
Officers moved the victim to safety and promptly took the fifth suspect into custody without incident at approximately 10:11 p.m.
The victim had sustained non life-threatening injuries inflicted by his captives and also sustained non life-threatening injuries as a result of jumping out of the second story window. Investigation revealed the suspects had assaulted the victim using an electric stun device. The victim was taken to a local hospital where he was admitted with non life-threatening injuries.
Additional investigation following the rescue of the victim and arrest of the suspects revealed controlled substances in the victim's home.
The motive remains under investigation and it is unknown whether the suspects targeted the victim in connection with his illicit drug activity.
The suspects were booked into the Santa Clara County Jail on various charges, including Kidnapping for Ransom and Robbery.
A total of approximately 125 officers were utilized to investigate this case due to the severity and nature of this crime. These included officers from the aforementioned specialized units and all three patrol division shifts.
Anyone with information about this case is urged to contact the San Jose Police Department's robbery unit at (408) 277-4166. Person wishing to remain anonymous may call the Silicon Valley Crime Stoppers at (408) 947-STOP (7867).
| BY: Officer Jose Garcia #3532 |
AUTHORIZED BY: Capt. G. Kirby |
| DATE: 11/6/09 TIME: 2:30 AM |
DATE: 11/6/09 TIME: 3:00 AM |
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San Jose police investigates assault of two victims which resulted in great bodily injury.
| TYPE OF CRIME: Assault with Great Bodily Injury |
CASE NUMBER: 10-303-0173 |
| LOCATION: S. First & Devine streets |
DATE: 10/30/10 TIME: 2:00 AM |
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AGE: 47 years (Male) |
| ADDRESS: San Jose Resident |
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AGE: 36 years (Male) |
| ADDRESS: San Jose Resident |
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| VICTIM #3: Unknown |
AGE: Mid-20's (Female), described as Asian American or Caucasian and Hispanic, medium height and build, wearing a dark suit and skirt or dark dress, and hair above the shoulders. |
| ADDRESS: Unknown |
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AGE: Mid-20's (Male); described as Caucasian; approximately 6'2"; lean build; with short, dark hair; clean shaven; wearing a maroon shirt and dark slacks. |
| ADDRESS: San Jose Resident |
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San Jose: On 10/30/10, approximately 2:00 a.m., the victims observed an unknown male adult beating and dragging a female adult on South First and Devine streets. The victims attempted to intervene and assist the woman, at which time the suspect turned and assaulted both victims.
Both victims sustained serious facial lacerations and head trauma and were knocked unconscious for approximately 15 minutes as a result of the assault. A passerby found both victims unconscious and notified the San Jose police; the suspect and woman were gone when the passerby came upon the scene. Both victims were taken to a local hospital, where they were admitted for their injuries.
The San Jose Police Department is asking for the public's assistance in identifying the male suspect and female adult. Anyone with information about this case is asked to contact Detective Wellman of the San Jose Police Department's assaults unit at (408) 277-4161. Persons wishing to remain anonymous may call the Silicon Valley Crime Stoppers at (408) 947-STOP (7867).
| BY: Officer Jose Garcia #3532 |
AUTHORIZED BY: Lt. S. Williams |
| DATE: 11/10/10 TIME: 11:30 AM |
DATE: 11/10/10 TIME: 2:30 PM |
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On August 28, 2010 at approximately 10:40 PM, two men were murdered and a third victim wounded by gunfire outside The Fairways at San Antonio Court apartment complex located at 305 San Antonio Court in San Jose.
| TYPE OF CRIME: Double Homicide Arrest |
CASE NUMBER: 10-240-1150 |
| LOCATION: 300 block of San Antonio Ct. |
DATE: 08-28-2010 TIME: 10:40 PM |
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VICTIM #1: Phillip Christopher Ayala |
AGE: 26 Years (Male) |
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VICTIM #2: Alex J. Rodriguez |
AGE: 27 Years (Male) |
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| SUSPECT #1: Abel Herena |
AGE: 26 Years (Male) |
| ADDRESS: San Jose |
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AGE: 27 Years (Male) |
| ADDRESS: San Jose |
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San Jose: On August 28, 2010 at approximately 10:40 PM, two men were murdered and a third victim wounded by gunfire outside The Fairways at San Antonio Court apartment complex located at 305 San Antonio Court in San Jose.
On November 11, 2010 officers from the San Jose Police Department arrested Abel Herena and Juan Cruz based upon warrants issued for their arrest in this case. Both Herena and Cruz are documented members of a criminal street gang.
The investigation remains ongoing.
Anyone with information is urged to contact San Jose Police Department's Homicide Detective Sergeant Loyd Kinsworthy or Detective William Hoyt. Person wishing to remain anonymous may contact Crime Stoppers at 408-947-STOP (7867).
| BY: Sergeant Ronnie Lopez #3187 |
AUTHORIZED BY: Sgt. Loyd Kinsworthy |
| DATE: 11-12-10 TIME: 3:30 PM |
DATE: 11-12-10 TIME: 3:30 PM |
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San Jose police will be in full force this holiday season during the Click-It-Or-Ticket campaign.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
November 15, 2010
CONTACT:
Lieutenant Christopher Monahan
San Jose Police Department
Traffic Enforcement Unit
(408) 277-4341
Too Much Turkey Is No Excuse for Not Buckling Up
Special Click It or Ticket Enforcement Mobilization
November 15 through November 28, 2010
Aimed at Increasing
Seat Belt Use and Saving Lives
San Jose, CA -- With the holidays upon us and millions of Americans hitting the roads, the San Jose Police Department wants everyone to arrive safely at their destinations. Drivers and passengers need to know that officers will be out in force sending the strong message to "Click It or Ticket."
"No one wants to start the holidays off with a ticket," said Acting Chief Chris Moore, of the San Jose Police Department. "We want everyone to enjoy a safe holiday season with loved ones -- don't throw it away simply because you failed to buckle up."
While seat belt use is at a record high of 83 percent nationwide, 45 million Americans still fail to buckle up when they get in a motor vehicle. Although 96.2 percent of California motorists and passengers use their safety restraints, over 1.5 million Californians don't buckle up.
During the holiday period, over 35 unrestrained vehicle occupants will be killed in motor vehicle crashes each day nationwide. Statewide, overall traffic deaths declined by 23 percent, from 3,995 in 2007 to 3,081 in 2009, due in part to the increased use of seat belts. Total Traffic fatalities are at their lowest levels in six decades.
"Sadly, the holiday, which for many are the happiest time of the year, is also one of the deadliest and most tragic," said Chief Moore.
"Regular seat belt use is the single most effective way to protect people and reduce fatalities in motor vehicle crashes," said Christopher J. Murphy, Director of the California Office of Traffic safety. "Law enforcement estimates indicate that over 1300 Californians survived by buckling up last year. Sadly, however, about 150 others will not be gathering with families during the holidays because they choose not to use their seat belts."
National statistics also show that those least likely to buckle up are teens, young adults, males, nighttime riders, motorists traveling on rural roads, and individuals traveling in pick-up trucks.
More than 100 local law enforcement agencies statewide and the California Highway Patrol (CHP) will be participating in this year's Click It or Ticket mobilization. Funding to support California's Click It or Ticket campaign was provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
| BY: Officer Jose Garcia #3532 |
AUTHORIZED BY: Lt. C. Monahan |
| DATE: 11/10/10 TIME: 7:30 AM |
DATE: 11/10/10 TIME: 9:00 AM |
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San Jose Police Department will hold a press conference to discuss the recent kidnap for ransom case.
Media Advisory
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San Jose Police Department
Room 314 (Third Floor)
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(408) 277-4645 (Main Lobby)
(408) 277-5339 (Public Information Office) |
The San Jose Police Department (SJPD) will host a press conference at the Police Administration Building (PAB), 201 W. Mission Street, in the Bureau of Investigations (BOI), room 314, on Wednesday, November 17, 2010, between 10:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m.
The SJPD will discuss the November 4, 2010, kidnapping-for-ransom case where the victim was rescued and five suspects were arrested. Details were made public through a SJPD press release on November 6, 2010. More detailed information about the case and the suspects will be released at the press conference.
The purpose of the press conference is to make citizens aware of the case so they can protect against becoming victims of the same type of crime and to determine if any other members of the community may have been victimized by similar circumstances. Additionally, the SJPD will be discussing preventative and safety measures for the community.
| BY: Officer Jose Garcia #3532 |
AUTHORIZED BY: Deputy Chief Dave Hober |
| DATE: 11/16/10TIME: 1:30 PM |
DATE: 11/16/10 TIME: 2:30 PM |
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San Jose police will conduct a Sobriety and Driver License Checkpoint, Saturday, November 20, 2010.
Major Enforcement Effort Seeks to Save Lives
Sobriety and Driver License Checkpoint
San Jose, California
Saturday, November 20, 2010
9:00PM to 3:00AM
San Jose Police Department Targets Impaired Drivers
with Sobriety Checkpoint
The San Jose Police Department will conduct a sobriety and driver license checkpoint in the City of San Jose on Saturday, November 20, 2010, from 9:00 p.m. to 3:00 a.m.
In an effort to reduce the number of persons killed and injured in alcohol-related crashes, sobriety checkpoints are conducted to identify offenders and get them off the street, as well as to educate the public on the dangers of impaired driving.
All too often, members of our community are senselessly injured or killed on local roadways by impaired drivers. This sobriety / driver license checkpoint is an effort to reduce those tragedies, as well as ensuring motorists have a valid driver license. A major component of these checkpoints is to increase awareness of the dangers of impaired driving and to encourage sober designated drivers.
Sobriety checkpoints are a proven and effective method for achieving this goal. By publicizing these enforcement and educational efforts, the San Jose Police Department believes motorists can be deterred from drinking and driving.
Traffic volume and weather permitting, all vehicles may be checked and drivers who are under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs will be arrested. Our objective is to send a clear message to those who are considering driving a motor vehicle after consuming alcohol and/or drugs: Drunk Driving, Over the Limit, Under Arrest.
The public is encouraged to help keep roadways safe by calling 9-1-1 if they observe a suspected impaired driver.
Funding for this operation is provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS), through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
The San Jose Police Department's DUI enforcement efforts are dedicated to the memory of 4-year-old Jose Cortes-Diaz, killed July 11, 2010 by a DUI driver, and to all victims of DUI-related incidents.
Inquires may be directed to Sgt. Steven Angel at 408-277-4341.
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San Jose police investigates consumer fraud in Vietnamese community.s
| TYPE OF CRIME: Consumer Fraud |
CASE NUMBER: 10-198-0455 |
| LOCATION: 900 block of Story Road |
DATE: Between June 2010 and July 2010
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San Jose: The San Jose Police Department is currently investigating numerous reports of fraud involving victims in San Jose's Vietnamese community. On July 7, 2010, the victims reported having been defrauded by a money wire transfer business in San Jose which operated under the name of The3mien.com.
The business would accept the victims' monies but would keep the funds rather than transferring them to victims' intended recipients in Vietnam. The business is also being investigated for a second form of consumer fraud, in that the business sold pre-paid calling cards to many customers, only to find the cards had been deactivated soon after their purchase or, simply, had never been activated at all.
San Jose Police investigators have determined these incidents of consumer fraud occurred between June and July, 2010, and found that the business had since closed its doors for business.
The owner of The3mien.com operated a second store in Westminster, California, under the same name, which is also currently under investigation by the Westminster Police Department for consumer fraud. That store had also since closed its doors for business.
The San Jose Police Department urges anyone who was victimized by this business and who has not yet made a police report, to contact the San Jose Police Department at (408) 277-8900. Victims may also file a police report at the San Jose Police Department's main lobby, 201 W. Mission Street, in San Jose. Victims are urged to reference SJPD case # 10-198-0455 and to provide as much documentation or receipt of the transaction if possible. If you have any questions, contact the SJPD Fraud Unit at (408) 277-4521 and ask to speak with Detective Ngo #3819.
| BY: Officer Jose Garcia #3532 |
AUTHORIZED BY: Lt. D. Storton |
| DATE: 11/18/10 TIME: 10:00 AM |
DATE: 11/18/10 TIME: 9:30 AM |
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San Jose police will conduct anti-DUI Saturation Patrols, Saturday, November 20, 2010, from 9:00 p.m. to 3:00 a.m.
San Jose:
UPDATE: The San Jose Police Department has canceled its sobriety and driver license checkpoint, scheduled Saturday, November 20, 2010 from 9:00 p.m. to 3:00 a.m., due to inclement weather.
However, consistent with the Department's public safety mission, those officers originally assigned to the checkpoint have been re-assigned to Saturation Patrol.
Saturation Patrol officers will patrol the streets of San Jose from 9:00 p.m. to 3:00 a.m., specifically targeting DUI drivers, in furtherance of our anti-DUI efforts.
Our objective is to send a clear message to those who are considering operating a motor vehicle after consuming alcohol and/or drugs: Drunk Driving, Over the Limit, Under Arrest.
The public is encouraged to help keep roadways safe by calling 9-1-1 if they observe a suspected impaired driver.
Funding for this operation is provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS), through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
The San Jose Police Department's DUI enforcement efforts are dedicated to the memory of 4-year-old Jose Cortes-Diaz, killed July 11, 2010 by a DUI driver, and to all victim's of DUI-related incidents.
Inquires may be directed to Sgt. Steven Angel at 408-277-4341.
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The San Jose Police Department and Target Corp. will host a holiday shopping event, Thursday, December 9, 2010.
Media Advisory
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San Jose Police Shop With a Cop Annual Holiday Event |
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Officers from the San Jose Police Department, Target store employees, and students from Trace Elementary School will partner and be available to provide brief remarks and details about the Shop With a Cop program and their experience. |
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533 Coleman Avenue
San Jose, California 95110
(408) 346-2022 |
DETAILS: The San Jose Police Department and Target Corporation will host a holiday shopping event to help children from Trace Elementary School purchase gifts.
Shop With a Cop is an annual event that helps less fortunate children purchase gifts for their families and themselves. This program is sponsored by local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies nationwide during back-to-school and holiday events, and fosters strong relationships between youth and police officers.
Twenty seven students from Trace Elementary School, in San Jose, were chosen to participate in this year's Shop With a Cop holiday event in light of the July 4, 2010 arson incident, which devastated the school.
Each child will receive a $100.00 gift card and will be escorted throughout the store by a uniformed police officer. Target employees will also be present to assist the children throughout the event.
This is the third year the San Jose Police Department and Target Corporation has partnered and collaborated to sponsor this event. Funding for Shop With a Cop was provided by Target Corporation and private donations.
Inquiries may be directed to David Link of Target Corporation at (408) 835-0901.
| BY: Officer Jose Garcia #3532 |
AUTHORIZED BY: Sgt. Ronnie Lopez #3187 |
| DATE: 12/7/2010 TIME: 1:00 PM |
DATE: 12/7/2010 TIME: 1:00 PM |
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NASA and YAHOO! HELP HOST THE COPS CARE CANCER FOUNDATIONS ANNUAL FANTASY FLIGHT EVENT FOR SICK CHILDREN
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Cops Care Cancer Foundation's annual Christmas Fantasy Flight for children with cancer. |
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11:00 a.m. to 5 p.m. PST, Saturday, Dec. 11, 2010
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San Jose:
NASA, 49ERS and YAHOO! HELP HOST THE COPS CARE CANCER FOUNDATIONS ANNUAL FANTASY FLIGHT EVENT FOR SICK CHILDREN
MOFFETT FIELD, Calif. NASA's Hangar N211 will once again be transformed into the 'North Pole' for the annual Cops Care Cancer Foundation Christmas Fantasy Flight for children with cancer and other life-threatening illnesses. The San Francisco 49ers including Patrick Willis, Manny Lawson and Taylor Mays will arrive by helicopter to conduct a meet and greet with the children.
The festive holiday event will be held on Saturday, Dec. 11, 2010 in the San Jose Police Department Air Support Unit hangar, N211, at NASA Ames Research Center, Moffett Field, Calif. Families will begin boarding busses at approximately 11:30 a.m. PST at the Yahoo! Inc., campus for transport to NASA Ames.
Children from San Francisco Bay Area hospitals, including Lucile Packard Childrens Hospital at Stanford, Kaiser Permanente Santa Clara Medical Center and Childrens Hospital and Research Center Oakland, will be treated to a day of fun with their families, complete with a variety of activities, food, drinks and music.
WHAT: Cops Care Cancer Foundation's annual Christmas Fantasy Flight for children with cancer.
WHEN: 11:00 a.m. to 5 p.m. PST, Saturday, Dec. 11, 2010
49ers Players will be arriving between the hours of 1:00PM and 2:00PM via Police Helicopters.
WHERE: San Jose Police Department Air Support Unit Hangar, N211, NASA Ames Research Center, Moffett Field, Calif.
For media clearance to attend the event, contact Karen Jenvey at 650-604-4034 or 650-996-1391 by noon Friday, Dec. 10, 2010. Your name and organization will be added to a list at the NASA Ames main gate. News media representatives are requested to arrive by 12:00 p.m. PST to be staged for the arrival of the children and their families to Hangar N211.
Highlighting the event will be the arrival of the 49ers and Santa in a police helicopter, bearing gifts for each child and their siblings. Other activities include a 'bubble zone', jumper houses, face painting, carnival games, and special access to police and fire department vehicles.
Police officers and firefighters from the San Jose Police Department and Sunnyvale Department of Public Safety will greet the children at Yahoo! Inc.'s Sunnyvale campus before boarding buses to NASA Ames. Upon their arrival, special guests, including California Assemblymember Alberto Torrico, 49er Head Coach Mike Singletary along with a few oh his players, local police officers, cartoon characters and more than 100 foundation volunteers, will welcome each child as a VIP (very important person).
In addition, Yahoo! Inc., Sunnyvale, Calif., will provide check-in gifts for the children and the Cops Care Cancer Foundation will give each family gift cards to help purchase Christmas dinner and presents.
For more information, contact San Jose Police Officer Brian Simuro, president of the Cops Care Cancer Foundation, at 408-839-3349 or visit the foundation Web site:
For directions to NASA Ames Research Center, visit:
| BY: Sergeant Ronnie Lopez #3187 |
AUTHORIZED BY: Sergeant Ronnie Lopez |
| DATE: 12-09-10 TIME: 2:00 PM |
DATE: 12-09-10 TIME: 2:00 PM |
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Con-men scam a random shopper into making multiple bank withdrawals in exchange for phony gold bar.
| TYPE OF CRIME: Elderly Fraud (Scam) |
CASE NUMBER: 10-336-0784 |
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450 N. Capitol Avenue, San Jose |
DATE: 12/2/10 TIME: 1:00 PM |
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AGE: 75 years (Female) |
| ADDRESS: San Jose Resident |
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AGE: Possibly 30 to 50 years (Male) |
| ADDRESS: Unknown |
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AGE: Possibly 30 to 50 years (Male) |
| ADDRESS: Unknown |
Possibly Hispanic, dark mustache, medium complexion, and medium build; wearing a light colored baseball cap, dark jacket, light colored pants, and dark shoes. |
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The victim was approached by Suspect #1 while inside the Target store and offered to sell her a bar of gold for $12,000.00. Suspect #1 told the victim his son had sustained serious injury after recently being struck by an automobile. Suspect #1 explained to the victim that the vehicle had dropped a bag containing two gold bars while fleeing the scene of the collision.
Suspect #1 showed the victim what appeared to be a bar of gold, and said his son was currently hospitalized and he wished to sell the bar of gold in order to obtain money to pay for his son's medical costs.
Suspect #2 approached Suspect #1 and the victim and offered to purchase one of the gold bars. Suspect #2 gave Suspect #1 his wallet and/or ID to show good faith while offering to take the gold bar to a nearby jeweler for appraisal.
Suspect #2 returned after a few moments, saying the gold bar had been appraised at $25,000.00. Both suspects convinced the victim she should purchase the gold bar for $12,000.00 in order to make a quick profit.
Both suspects accompanied the victim to two separate banks, where she withdrew $12,000.00 cash to purchase the gold bar. Suspect #1 accepted the money from the victim in exchange for the gold bar. The victim later determined the apparent gold bar to be fake.
Preliminary investigation reveals this type of fraudulent activity has occurred in various cities throughout California and other parts of the nation.
Similar scams reported to police include individuals claiming to be foreign nationals approaching victims at or near banks or retail stores, requesting the victims give them large sums of money in order to assist the suspects in cashing winning lottery tickets or inheritances. The suspects then take the money and leave the scene without returning.
Suspects often prey on victims who are elderly or Spanish-speaking, appealing to sympathy or a desire to make a quick profit.
Anyone with information about the above pictured suspects is urged to call the San Jose Police Department's fraud unit at (408) 277-4521. Persons wishing to remain anonymous may call the Silicon Valley Crime Stoppers at (408) 947-STOP (7867).
| BY: Officer Jose Garcia #3532 |
AUTHORIZED BY: Det. R. Bravo #3312 |
| DATE: 12/16/10 TIME: 2:30 PM |
DATE: 12/16/10 TIME: 3:00 PM |
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San Jose police are investigating an armed robbery at a bank.
| TYPE OF CRIME: Armed Robbery |
CASE NUMBER: 10-348-0772 |
| LOCATION: Chase Bank, 5530 Monterey Road, San Jose |
DATE: 12/14/10 TIME: 6:00 PM |
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AGE: 45-50 years (Male) |
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On 12/14/10 at approximately 6:00 p.m., an armed robbery occurred at the Chase Bank located at 5530 Monterey Road in San Jose. The unknown suspect entered the bank and displayed a handgun at the victim teller. The suspect demanded money from the victim teller, who complied. The suspect took the money and fled the bank towards an unknown location. The unidentified suspect remains at large and should be considered armed and dangerous. The suspect is described as an Hispanic male, 45-50 years of age, 5'5" and 150 lbs.
Anyone with information is urged to contact Detective Corral #3469 or Sergeant Fong #2710 of the San Jose Police Department, Robbery Unit, at (408) 277-4166. Persons wishing to remain anonymous may call the Silicon Valley Crime Stoppers at (408) 947-STOP (7867).
| BY: Officer Jose Garcia #3532 |
AUTHORIZED BY: Sgt. J. Fong #2710 |
| DATE: 12/16/10 TIME: 3:00 PM |
DATE: 12/16/10 TIME: 3:30 PM |
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San Jose police will conduct a Sobriety and Driver License Checkpoint, Saturday, December 18, 2010.
Major Enforcement Effort Seeks to Save Lives
Sobriety and Driver License Checkpoint
San Jose, California
Saturday, December 18, 2010
9:00PM to 3:00AM
San Jose Police Department Targets Impaired Drivers
with Sobriety Checkpoint
The San Jose Police Department will conduct a sobriety and driver license checkpoint in the City of San Jose on Saturday, December 18, 2010, from 9:00 p.m. to 3:00 a.m.
In an effort to reduce the number of persons killed and injured in alcohol-related crashes, sobriety checkpoints are conducted to identify offenders and get them off the street, as well as to educate the public on the dangers of impaired driving.
All too often, members of our community are senselessly injured or killed on local roadways by impaired drivers. This sobriety / driver license checkpoint is an effort to reduce those tragedies, as well as ensuring motorists have a valid driver license. A major component of these checkpoints is to increase awareness of the dangers of impaired driving and to encourage sober designated drivers.
Sobriety checkpoints are a proven and effective method for achieving this goal. By publicizing these enforcement and educational efforts, the San Jose Police Department believes motorists can be deterred from drinking and driving.
Traffic volume and weather permitting, all vehicles may be checked and drivers who are under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs will be arrested. Our objective is to send a clear message to those who are considering driving a motor vehicle after consuming alcohol and/or drugs: Drunk Driving, Over the Limit, Under Arrest.
The public is encouraged to help keep roadways safe by calling 9-1-1 if they observe a suspected impaired driver.
Funding for this operation is provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS), through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
The San Jose Police Department's DUI enforcement efforts are dedicated to the memory of 4-year-old Jose Cortes-Diaz, killed July 11, 2010 by a DUI driver, and to all victims of DUI-related incidents.
Inquires may be directed to Sgt. Steven Angel at 408-277-4341.
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San Jose police will conduct anti-DUI Saturation Patrols, Saturday, December 18, 2010, from 9:00 p.m. to 3:00 a.m.
San Jose:
UPDATE: The San Jose Police Department has canceled its sobriety and driver license checkpoint, scheduled Saturday, December 18, 2010 from 9:00 p.m. to 3:00 a.m., due to inclement weather.
However, consistent with the Department's public safety mission, those officers originally assigned to the checkpoint have been re-assigned to Saturation Patrol.
Saturation officers will patrol the streets of San Jose from 9:00 p.m. to 3:00 a.m., specifically targeting DUI drivers, in furtherance of our anti-DUI efforts.
Our objective is to send a clear message to those who are considering operating a motor vehicle after consuming alcohol and/or drugs: Drunk Driving, Over the Limit, Under Arrest.
The public is encouraged to help keep roadways safe by calling 9-1-1 if they observe a suspected impaired driver.
Funding for this operation is provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS), through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
The San Jose Police Department's DUI enforcement efforts are dedicated to the memory of 4-year-old Jose Cortes-Diaz, killed July 11, 2010 by a DUI driver, and to all victim's of DUI-related incidents.
Inquires may be directed to Sgt. Steven Angel at 408-277-4341.
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San Jose police seek armed robbery suspect.
| TYPE OF CRIME: Armed Robbery |
CASE NUMBER: 10-228-0125 |
| LOCATION: Valley Fair Mall, 2855 Stevens Creek Boulevard and various other locations (See below) |
DATE: 12/23/2010 TIME: 5:15 PM |
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| VICTIM: Various (See below) |
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| SUSPECT: Jenkins, Joseph |
AGE: 28 years (Male), Date of Birth: 9/20/82 |
| ADDRESS: Transient (Northern California) |
Caucasian, 511", 200 lbs., brown hair, and hazel eyes.
Santa Clara County jail Personal File Number (PFN): DTH013. |
| SUSPECT VEHICLE: White Nissan Altima, California license plate, number 6NDA586. |
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San Jose:
TYPE OF CRIME # 1: Armed Robbery
CASE NUMBER: SJPD 10-357-0665
VICTIM: Club Monaco
LOCATION: Valley Fair Mall, 2855 Stevens Creek,
San Jose CA
DATE & TIME: 12/23/2010, 5:15 p.m.
On 12/23/2010, approximately 5:15 p.m., an armed Robbery at Club Monaco in the Valley Fair Mall, 2855 Stevens Creek Boulevard, San Jose, CA. The suspect displayed a gun and attempted to take money from the victim. The suspect was not successful and fled.
TYPE OF CRIME # 2: Attempted Car-Jacking
CASE NUMBER: SCPD 10-14715
VICTIM: Adult female; Residence and Age withheld.
LOCATION: In the area of the Nordstrom parking structure in the Valley Fair Mall
DATE & TIME: 12/23/2010
On 12/23/2010, after the Club Monaco incident, the same suspect committed an attempted car jacking in the area of the Nordstrom parking structure in the Valley Fair Mall, Santa Clara, CA. The suspect displayed a gun to the victim and attempted to take her vehicle. The suspect was not successful and fled.
TYPE OF CRIME # 3: Attempted Car Jacking
CASE NUMBER: SCPD 10-14715
VICTIM: Adult male; Residence and Age withheld
LOCATION: In the area of Wells Fargo bank, 65 Winchester Blvd., Santa Clara
DATE & TIME: 12/23/2010
On 12/23/2010, the same suspect committed an attempted car jacking in the area Wells Fargo Bank, 65 Winchester Blvd., Santa Clara, CA. The same suspect displayed a gun to the victim and attempted to take his vehicle. The suspect was not successful and fled.
TYPE OF CRIME # 4: Armed Robbery
CASE NUMBER: SCPD 10-14715
VICTIM: Men's Wearhouse
LOCATION: 3109 Stevens Creel Blvd., Santa Clara, CA
DATE & TIME: 12/23/2010, 5:29 p.m.
On 12/23/2010, the same suspect went to the Men's Wearhouse, 3109 Stevens Creek Blvd., Santa Clara, Ca., and committed an armed robbery. He displayed a gun to a worker. The suspect took money from the store and fled.
TYPE OF CRIME # 5: Car Jacking
CASE NUMBER: SCPD 10-14715
VICTIM: Male adult; Residence and Age withheld
LOCATION: 3300 block of Cecil Ave, Santa Clara, CA
DATE & TIME: 12/23/2010
On 12/23/2010, the same suspect went to the 3300 block of Cecil Ave, Santa Clara, Ca., and committed a car jacking. The suspect displayed a gun to an adult male and took his vehicle. The stolen car is described as a White Nissan Altima, bearing California license plate, number 6NDA586.
As of 12/28/2010, both the suspect and the stolen car remain at large.
The suspect is transient and should be considered armed and dangerous. Anyone with information about this suspect, or anyone who may have been the victim of similar crimes, is urged to call Detective Adam Hutson of the San Jose Police Department's robbery unit at (408) 277-4166, or Sergeant Kurt Clarke of the Santa Clara Police Department at (408) 615-4828. Persons wishing to remain anonymous may call the Silicon Valley Crime Stoppers at (408) 947-STOP (7867).
| BY: Officer Jose Garcia #3532 |
AUTHORIZED BY: Lt. Glenn Harper |
| DATE: 12/28/10 TIME: 2: 45 PM |
DATE: 12/28/10 TIME: 3:30 PM |
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Home Invasion Robbery - Officer-involved Shooting
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TYPE OF CRIME: Home Invasion Robbery
Officer-Involved Shooting |
CASE NUMBER: 10-362-0894
10-362-0915 |
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LOCATION: 500 block of Locust Street and W.Reed Street, east of Almaden Avenue |
DATE: 12/28/2010 TIME: 11:34 PM |
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| VICTIM #1: Withheld |
AGE: 36 Years (Male) |
| ADDRESS: San Jose, CA. |
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VICTIM #2: Withheld
ADDRESS: San Jose, CA. |
AGE: 36 Years (Male)
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VICTIM #3: Withheld
ADDRESS: San Jose |
AGE: 20 Years (Male)
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VICTIM #4: SJPD Officer (Withheld)
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AGE: 43 Years (Male)
15-Year-Veteran |
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SUSPECT #1: James Kavfusi
ADDRESS: East Palo Alto, CA. |
AGE: 21 Years (Male)
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SUSPECT #2: Lulnani Kailaii
ADDRESS: San Francisco, CA. |
AGE: 30 Years (Male)
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SUSPECT #3: Aminiasi Ofa
ADDRESS: East Palo Alto, CA. |
AGE: 22 Years (Male)
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SUSPECT #4: Withheld
ADDRESS: San Jose, CA. |
AGE: 30 Years (Male)
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SUSPECT #5: Zebry Mary Lou Martinez
ADDRESS: San Jose, CA. |
AGE: 30 Years (Female)
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Suspect 1:
James Kavusi |
Suspect 2:
Lulnani Kailaii |
Suspect 3:
Aminiasi Ofa |
Suspect 4:
Zebry Mary Lou Martinez |
San Jose: On Tuesday, December 28, 2010, at approximately 11:04 PM, San Jose Police officers responded to the 500 block of Locust Street, a residential area, on a reported in-progress home invasion robbery. The California Highway Patrol (CHP) had received a 9-1-1 cellular phone call regarding the incident, where the line was open and the dispatcher could hear what appeared to be a robbery. The 9-1-1 call was transfered to the San Jose Police Department's 9-1-1 center, at which time SJPD officers were dispatched. Officers arrived at 11:08 PM.
At 11:15 PM, officers reported the suspects were armed with a firearm and at least one shot had been fired during the robbery, injuring one of the residents. The victim was taken to a local hospital, where he was admitted for non-life-threatening injuries.
Officers working an anti-DUI saturation detail located two possible suspects fleeing on foot from the area of the victim's house. One of the suspects discarded a handgun and both were taken into custody.
Officers assigned to a two-person unit observed a male walking in the middle of the street on W. Reed Street near Almaden Avenue, away from the scene of the robbery, matching the physical and clothing description of the suspects. The officers got out of their vehicle to contact the subject and he failed to comply with their directions.
The suspect turned and ran to a 1991 Acura Legend 4-door sedan, where a female was waiting in the driver's seat. The suspect jumped into the vehicle and the female started to drive away and steered towards one of the officers. The officer discharged his firearm. The officer's knee was injured as the vehicle drove toward him.
The vehicle fled south on S. First Street. The officer was transported to a local hospital, where he was treated for a knee injury.
Moments later, the SJPD received a report of a suspicious male hiding behind a car in the 800 block of State Street. Witnesses directed officers to the suspicious male, who by then had gotten into a gold GMC Yukon SUV that had arrived to pick him up. Officers determined the subject was the same person who had fled from W. Reed Street and took him into custody, along with the driver of the car. Officers also determined the suspect had sustained a non-life-threatening gunshot to the leg.
The injured suspect was taken to a local hospital, where he was admitted for treatment. The investigation revealed the victims of the residential robbery were growing and distributing marijuana from their home.
Suspect Aminiasi Ofa was involved in the home-invasion robbery and remains at large. Anyone with information about his whereabouts, or about this case, is urged to call the San Jose Police Department, Robbery Unit, at (408) 277-4166. Persons wishing to remain anonymous may call the Silicon Valley Crime Stoppers at (408) 947-STOP (7867).
| BY: Sergeant Ronnie Lopez #3187 |
AUTHORIZED BY: D/C D. Hober |
| DATE: 12/29/10 TIME: 9:00 AM |
DATE: 12/29/10 TIME: 10:00 AM |
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