Orinda Police arrests include, an arrest for violation of probation, possession of stolen bicycle and needle, 2 arrests for DUI and an arrest for child molestation.
The Investigation Unit packaged and prepared several cases for the District Attorney. They include a child molestation case and two elder abuse cases. They are also checking local pawnshops for possible stolen items.
Orinda Police helped with the Norcal Kids Triathlon held at Miramonte High School. The officers monitored the bicycle portion of the Triathlon and reported a lot of smiling faces.
Officer Gregory completed the 40-hour Field Training Officer Course. He is the new Field Training Officer in Orinda responsible for training new officers assigned to the patrol division.
Chief Haggard attended a search and rescue training exercise here in Orinda. The training scenario involved an emotionally compromised teen. Actors were prepared in advance to only give certain information to the search teams. Chief Haggard found them to be very organized and professional in their business. Contra Costa County has a very active and involved search and rescue team. They have multiple talents and resources including metal detection, search dogs, equestrian and more. Orinda as a contract city to the Contra Costa County Office of the Sheriff has access to such resources in times of need.
Theft Statistics:
3 Residential Burglaries: 2 Petty Thefts: 1 Auto Burglary:
20 blk of Honey Hill 30 blk of Orinda View Wilder area
30 blk Charles Hill 10 blk Donna Maria (bicycle)
60 blk of Brookside
