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Crime & Safety

Oakland mayor defended the decision to place OPD chief on administrative leave; newly elected Sheng Thao said the move was not punitive.

Recent shootings have in common easy access to guns.

ALPRs get a workout; also this week, a DUI arrest.

Plus: reckless driving; reported gunshot; and more stolen vehicles.

Plus more vehicle-related incidents and a ding-dong DUI.

The process includes the assaulter hearing about the impact of their actions, taking responsibility, and committing to help repair the harm.

Suspect had to be physically removed from car.

Tracy Kirkpatrick was found before noon and reunited with her family.

First name given was already at Santa Rita Jail.

The Piedmont Police Department reminds residents to be vigilant as holiday packages arrive on doorsteps.