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Published on November 30, 2023
San Mateo Deputies Arrest Attempted Murder Suspect in Early Morning Covert StingSource: Google Street View

Early this morning, law enforcement swiftly apprehended an attempted murder suspect in Menlo Park, CA. A statement from the San Mateo County Sheriff's Office detailed the interagency effort that began with an alert from the South San Francisco Police Department. San Mateo County Sheriff's Deputies quickly located the individual on the 600 block of Hurlingame Ave., matching the suspect's description.

Once deputies had eyes on the targeted vehicle, they observed a person resembling the suspect approaching it. Swiftly, deputies moved to arrest the man, identified as Kenneth Hamilton, and subsequently turned him over to the South San Francisco Police Department. Hamilton now faces questioning regarding his alleged involvement in the crime.

Following the successful intervention, the Sheriff’s Office emphasized the importance of community partnership in these efforts.

The Sheriff's Office encourages the public to contribute any relevant information by contacting their Anonymous Tip Line at 1-800-547-2700.