The temporary surge of CHP officers in Oakland and the East Bay produced some significant results in the effort to fight crime, with dozens arrested and 145 stolen vehicles recovered, according to law enforcement.
Governor Gavin Newsom last week announced the increased deployment of state law enforcement in the region — including a temporary surge of 120 California Highway Patrol officers for a period of five days. On Wednesday morning, officials said the operation led to the arrest of 71 suspects as well as 145 stolen vehicles being recovered and the seizure of four firearms linked to crimes.
The release issued by the governor’s office noted the results came “as part of CHP’s regular and undercover operations.”
The charges suspects were arrested for included possession of stolen property, auto theft, drug possession, DUI, and felony gun possession, in addition to arrests for outstanding warrants. The release noted that arrests by CHP during the operations also included the apprehension of a suspect from Berkeley who allegedly stole dozens of iPhones in an Emeryville Apple Store smash-and-grab. The cases will be referred to the Alameda County District Attorney’s Office for prosecution.