The San Mateo Police swiftly responded to a familial disturbance this morning that quickly escalated to vehicle theft and the arrest of a local man on multiple charges. A 911 call broke the incident, featuring a background argument, which ended in disconnection. Authorities homed in on the scene after a second call confirmed a physical altercation was taking place, according to the San Mateo Police Department.
While officers were en route to the 1700 block of Maxine Ave., it was discovered that the aggressor, later identified as 28-year-old Gerardo Delgado, had commandeered his mother's vehicle and cell phone, fleeing the scene before police could arrive. Delgado also had an outstanding warrant for his arrest, adding to the urgency to apprehend him promptly. By tracking the cell phone, officers could ascertain that Delgado had passed through Hillsborough, eventually locating him near Alameda de las Pulgas and Highway 92.
Upon arrest, Delgado faced no immediate resistance and was charged with battery, grand theft, possession of a stolen vehicle, vandalism, and for fulfilling the existing arrest warrant. He was transported and booked into San Mateo County Jail.
