Santa Clara County Sheriff's Office arrested 11 suspects in a targeted operation at a Target store in San Jose, recovering $1,100 in stolen items. Some suspects had past theft records.

San Jose’s reported violent crime fell 15% and property crime 7% in 2025; police credited new tech and a real-time center while civil-rights groups sued over plate readers.

Atherton police investigate a burglary on Cowell Lane, urging residents to check surveillance footage and contact them with information. A white BMW hatchback may be involved.

San Jose Police conducted a traffic stop that led to the seizure of an illegal firearm and arrest for weapons violations.

A woman was struck by a train in downtown Modesto Monday evening and later died at a hospital. Police say the incident happened near 9th and L and are asking witnesses to come forward.

A pilot's report of an erratic powered paraglider over the SLAC campus set off a multi‑agency search that ended with a safe landing at Palo Alto Airport. No injuries were reported.

A man died and a woman was seriously injured in a Gilroy collision involving a teen driver. Police are investigating; neither drugs, alcohol, nor speed seem to be factors.

Police found an 86-year-old man deceased in front of abandoned outlets in Gilroy; his identity and death cause are under investigation.

Santa Clara County Sheriff and San Jose Police are searching for missing 84-year-old Pedro Arrendondodiaz, using K9s, drones, and teams. He was last seen in San Jose; the public's help is sought.

A small fire in a vacant Mountain View building led to an arrest and the discovery of unsafe conditions, with law enforcement and fire services responding. A demolition permit for the building is pending.

San José Police arrested Ramses Hernandez Rivera for a massive vehicle burglary spree involving 114 reports from four complexes. Evidence was found at his residence.

A juvenile was arrested in San José for attempted murder after a non-fatal shooting; modern tech helped police track the suspect, sparking dialogue on youth gang violence and prevention.

San José Police arrested Marlo Porter, a sex offender, for kidnapping and assaulting a teen. Advanced tech helped the rapid capture. Mayor Mahan and SJPD underscore their commitment to public safety.