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In-Custody Death - 10-27-24
An incarcerated man with underlying health conditions died while under doctors’ care at Valley Medical Center in San Jose. On Sunday, October 27, 2024, medical staff performed emergency life-saving measures on the man in his hospital room, where he was pronounced deceased at 5:27 p.m.
Groundbreaking Goodwill store opens at Elmwood Correctional Campus
The Santa Clara County Sheriff’s Office Restorative Services Division is proud to announce the launch of an innovative Goodwill store on the Elmwood Correctional Campus in Milpitas. This first-of-its-kind initiative empowers women in custody by providing them with real-world retail experience.
Deputies save man suffering from heart attack
Two Santa Clara County Sheriff’s deputies used their medical training to quickly save a man’s life on September 9, 2024, in South County.
Gambling debt between bus drivers fueled deadly shooting at VTA yard
Gambling debt between bus drivers fueled deadly shooting at VTA yard
Deputy Christopher Velasco named 2024 City of Saratoga Officer of the Year
Deputy Christopher Velasco has consistently demonstrated excellence, professionalism, and dedication in serving Saratoga residents. He was just named Officer of the Year by Mayor Yan Zhao during the State of the City address on October 5.
Guns, explosives seized from South Bay resident involved in domestic violence case
A resident of unincorporated Burbank in Santa Clara County involved in a domestic violence case and prohibited from possessing firearms was arrested on several weapons and illegal explosives charges.
Auto-Bicyclist Fatal Collision Update
Detectives with the Santa Clara County Sheriff’s Office have concluded that the driver involved in a deadly auto-bicyclist collision back in February was distracted behind the wheel. Mesfin Mekonnen, 64, of Santa Clara, is now facing a felony charge of vehicular manslaughter with gross negligence by the Santa Clara County District Attorney’s Office.
Organized Retail Theft Grant
The Sheriff’s Office is the law enforcement provider for unincorporated Santa Clara County and the three contract cities of Saratoga, Cupertino, and the Town of Los Altos Hills. One of the recent crime trends challenging law enforcement is the rapid increase in organized retail theft incidents.
South Bay K-9 Ronin passes after terminal cancer diagnosis
South Bay K-9 Ronin passes after terminal cancer diagnosis
Former Sheriff's Captain Found Guilty
On 7/17/2024, the Santa Clara County Sheriff’s Office learned of the jury’s decision, finding former Captain James Jensen guilty of felony bribery and conspiracy charges.