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Police Arrest Three for Strong Arm Robbery: Witness Participation Key – On Sunday, September 21, 2014, at 9:52 PM, Oakland Police officers were dispatched to the 3100 block of Telegraph Avenue to investigate a strong arm robbery. The victim told the officers that while she was walking, she was approached by three young men who assaulted her and stole her purse. The victim and witnesses were able to provide descriptions of the suspects. Officers canvassed the area, located the three suspects, and arrested them for strong arm robbery. During the preliminary investigation, officers discovered that the suspects may have committed a similar robbery in the 700 block of Brockhurst Street earlier. We thank the community for getting involved in helping us as we move forward to reduce crime in our city.

Neighbors Help OPD Catch a Burglar - On Monday, September 22, 2014 at 12:57 PM, Oakland Police officers responded to a call of a residential burglary in progress in the 800 block of 57th Street. A witness reported seeing the suspect climb into the house through a window. Upon arrival, the officers established a perimeter. Office observed the suspect inside the home. Officers established communication with the suspect, were able to talk him into safely surrendering, and arrested him for burglary. Thanks to the witnesses in this neighborhood, we were able to remove a burglar from our community. The Oakland Police Department continues to work with the community to reduce crime in our neighborhoods. We thank community members for their willingness to become involved.

AS A SAFETY REMINDER:
• Always be aware of your surroundings. Don’t be distracted by cell phones and electronic devices;
• Stay in well lit and populated areas;
• Be especially alert when entering and exiting your vehicle;
• Remember to lock your car door after entering your vehicle; and
• If someone or something looks suspicious call the police.

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1. Text TIP OAKLANDPD to 888777 from your cell phone followed by your tip
2. Call our toll-free tip hotline at 855-TIPS-247 (855-847-7247)
3. Submit a tip by web form - see the option at the bottom of OPD's Nixle messages or visit http://nixle.us/tip/oakland-police-department-ca/ to complete and send.

Anonymous Tipping allows residents to proactively connect with the Oakland Police Department by submitting anonymous tips via web form and text message. Additionally, with the issuance of a tipping passcode to tipsters, we can initiate a two-way, anonymous communication to help gather more information.

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