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OPD Makes Arrests - January 21 and 22, 2015

Carjacker Arrested – On Wednesday, January 21, 2015, at approximately 3:10 PM, Oakland Police officers responded to the intersection of Carroll Street and Ivy Drive to investigate a report of a carjacking. The victim was able to provide a detailed description of her car and the three suspects who had taken her car. While the officers were still on scene, they learned that a vehicle that matched the description of the stolen vehicle had been involved in an accident in Piedmont. One suspect was detained. OPD responded and arrested the suspect, who was responsible for the carjacking.

Armed Robber Arrested – On Thursday, January 22, 2015, at about 8:26 PM, Oakland Police officers responded to the 3200 block of Suter Street to investigate a report of an armed robbery. When they arrived on scene, the victim was able to provide a description of the two robbery suspects who had fled the scene in a car. Officers checking the area located one of the suspects. The victim’s stolen items were recovered.

Three Arrested for Burglary – On Thursday, January 22, 2015, at 4:37 PM Oakland Police officers were dispatched to the 200 block of Covington Street to investigate a report of a residential burglary in progress. Witnesses provided detailed descriptions of three suspects whom they had seen enter the residence. The witnesses were able to direct the officers to the suspects. The officers arrested the three suspects and were able to recover the stolen items.

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• 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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