Photos by APD.

By Antioch Police Department

In our latest edition of #ShenaniganSaturday

At about 1:45 pm, an alert APD officer was on patrol in the area of 18th and A Streets, when he spotted a vehicle reported stolen the previous day. When Team Blue (that’s us!) attempted to halt the vehicle, the driver hit a cop car and led officers on a pursuit to the area of L and 18th Streets. It was there, the driver struck a curb and his rampage was finally brought to a stop by Canine Officer Smith and his loyal companion Kona (pictured above in all her regalness). Said driver was brought to the County Jail, where he was booked for multiple felonies, including aggravated assault on a police officer, auto theft, and evading.

We receive ongoing training in vehicular pursuits, with YOUR safety always at the top of our concerns. Thankfully, no officers or innocent bystanders were hurt from this incident. We hope you can tell from our posts that APD is serious about protecting OUR city! We take a lot of pride in proactive patrolling because of the overwhelming support we receive from all of you. Trust me when I say it makes a huge difference to our officers, and we won’t ever stop when it comes to PROTECTING OUR CITY!

(FYI: We know you’re probably wondering, but thankfully aggravated felony assault doesn’t qualify for a zero-bail immediate release from jail).

#AntiochPD #AntiochPDK9 #CanineKona #APDDayShift #AntiochStrong

Antioch Police recover stolen U-Haul early Saturday morning, May 16, 2020. Photo by APD.

By Antioch Police Department

While you were sleeping…

At about 3:18 am Saturday, May 16, 2020, an officer on patrol near Hillcrest Avenue and Larkspur Drive spotted a U-Haul which had been reported stolen to the Walnut Creek Police Department. The vehicle was stopped and the driver was found to have a felony warrant for (you guessed it) auto theft out of San Mateo County. Said driver received a complimentary set of chrome bracelets and was brought to the County Jail for a new charge of auto theft, possession of burglary tools, and the outstanding warrant.

Stolen U-Haul recovered and suspect arrested early Saturday morning, May 16, 2020. Photos by APD.

As we mentioned before, auto theft suspects use these vehicles to commit other crimes in our city. We have noticed a trend of stolen rental trucks being used in commercial burglaries during the early morning hours. Luckily, we intercepted this crook just in-time, because there was no stolen loot in the truck.

We are always on the lookout but, ask you to be also. It’s not normal to be moving things at 3 am in a rental truck, so be our extra set of eyes, and give us a call if you spot anything. Our dispatch number is (925) 778-2441, or 9-1-1 if you think it’s an emergency.

Remember, APD Night Shift doesn’t sleep until the sun comes up, so don’t be afraid to call us! Thanks for helping us keep Antioch safe!!!

#AntiochPD #AntiochStrong #APDNightShift #CVC10851

Antioch Police surround stolen car from Pleasant Hill at Antioch gas station on Thursday night, May 14, 2020. Photos by APD.

By Antioch Police Department

APD Swing and Night Shift officers have two detained at Auto Center Drive and Sycamore Drive who were spotted driving a vehicle stolen from Pleasant Hill on Highway 4 into our city. People who drive stolen cars rarely do it to joyride – they usually come into town to commit other crimes, and we just can’t allow that. The driver in this instance will receive complimentary shuttle service to the County Jail in Martinez.

Here’s the law folks:

California Vehicle Code § 10851. Theft and Unlawful Taking or Driving of a Vehicle

(a) Any person who drives or takes a vehicle not his or her own, without the consent of the owner thereof, and with intent either to permanently or temporarily deprive the owner thereof of his or her title to or possession of the vehicle, whether with or without intent to steal the vehicle, or any person who is a party or an accessory to or an accomplice in the driving or unauthorized taking or stealing, is guilty of a public offense and, upon conviction thereof, shall be punished by imprisonment in a county jail for not more than one year or pursuant to subdivision (h) of Section 1170 of the Penal Code or by a fine of not more than five thousand dollars ($5,000), or by both the fine and imprisonment. #AntiochPD   #APDSwingShift #APDNightShift #AntiochStrong #CVC10851

Gun, 30-round clip and heroin. Photos by APD

By Antioch Police Department

Antioch Police found the suspect’s gun hidden in his car’s console.

Here’s another #ForgetfulFelon…

This morning, at around 7:00 am, an APD Day Shift officer was on patrol in the area of East 6th Street. He saw a car stopped facing the wrong way and decided to have a chat with the driver. Said driver had a hard time remembering how to spell his own name (which threw up some red flags) so he was asked to step out of the car. Upon doing so, a bundle of heroin fell from his lap onto the ground (we can’t make this stuff up). Immediately after, he was fitted with a pair of bracelets, which we are known for providing in these instances.

A search of the vehicle revealed a loaded semi-automatic pistol with a 30-round extended magazine. The serial number to the firearm was badly scratched-off, which is commonly found on stolen guns in an effort to make them untraceable. Upon learning his true name, our forgetful felon was determined to have a felony warrant for burglary and evading a police officer. We had no hard feelings over the situation and gave our forgetful felon a free ride to the County Jail, where he was booked on eight separate felony charges, probation violation, and his outstanding warrant.

Suspect arrested.

APD is committed to reducing violent crime in our neighborhoods, and one of the biggest ways we do this is by conducting proactive stops. In this case, a simple traffic violation led to the seizure of an illegally possessed firearm and the arrest of a wanted felon. Team Blue was able to take another gun off the street before it could be used to harm anyone, and I’d say that’s all in a good day’s work.

So far this year, we have seen a 5.9% reduction in violent crime and a 4% reduction in property crime. What do you think fans of APD? Are you glad proactive policing is back? Let us know in the comments section!

(take a look at the last picture and find the gun hidden along the driver’s seat) #AntiochPD #APDDayShift #AntiochStrong #ProactivePolicing

Antioch Police investigate shooting death at house on Iron Peak Way on Monday, May 18, 2020. Photo by Mike Burkholder.

By Lieutenant John Fortner, Antioch Police Investigations Bureau

On Monday May 18, 2020, at approximately 8:30 AM, Antioch police officers were called to a residence in the 1900 block of Iron Peak Court for a male subject who had been shot.

It was determined there was an argument between roommates. During the argument one of the roommates shot the other roommate. A 43-year-old male was declared deceased at the scene. Detectives are currently interviewing a 43-year-old male who is considered a person of interest at this time.

Antioch Police Department’s Crime Scene Investigators and Detectives with the Violent Crimes Unit responded to the scene and took over the investigation. Currently, the investigation is still active, and evidence is being collected.

Anyone with information is asked to call the Antioch Police Department non-emergency line at (925)778-2441, or Detective Smith at 925-779-6876. You may also text-a-tip to 274637 (CRIMES) using the key word ANTIOCH.

By Lieutenant John Fortner, Antioch Police Investigations Bureau

On Monday May 18, 2020, at approximately 1:33 AM, Antioch police officers were called to the Twin Creek Apartments, located at 1111 James Donlon Boulevard, on the call of gunshots heard near an apartment.

Numerous officers responded to the scene and located one male victim, down on the ground, on the back patio of an apartment unit. The 36-year-old male victim was suffering from at least one serious gunshot wound. Officers immediately began providing first-aid and CPR to the victim until emergency paramedics arrived at the scene. The victim succumbed to his injuries and passed at the scene. Another adult male at the scene also sustained a gunshot wound and was transported by paramedics to a local area hospital, where he was admitted and listed in stable condition.

While at the scene, officers learned that there were several subjects inside the apartment when an altercation occurred. Shortly afterwards, a male suspect fired several gunshots and then fled the complex on-foot.

Antioch Police Department’s Crime Scene Investigators and Detectives with the Violent Crimes and Special Operations Units responded to the scene and took over the investigation. At this time, the suspect responsible for this shooting has not been located. Currently, the investigation is still active, and evidence is being collected.

Anyone with information is asked to call the Antioch Police Department non-emergency line at (925)778-2441, or Detective Brogdon at 925-779-6895. You may also text-a-tip to 274637 (CRIMES) using the key word ANTIOCH.

Video by APD.

By Antioch Police Department

In 1962, President Kennedy proclaimed May 15th as National Peace Officers Memorial Day and the calendar week in which May 15 falls as National Police Week.

During National Police Week, we want to take a moment to honor our brothers and sisters in law enforcement. We thank you and your families. We have some of the best in the business at Antioch PD and want to take a moment to recognize their hard work and dedication.

We salute those we lost along the way from generations past and present. Together, we hold on to the memories and celebrate your legacy.

Runs down female family member, stabs husband

By Allen Payton

According to Antioch Police Corporal Vanderpool, Sunday night, May 10, 2020 at about 10:00 p.m. at 3185 Contra Loma Blvd. family dispute that went bad.

It started as a minor domestic argument and one of the family members got upset and as she was driving off in her car she allegedly, intentionally ran over a female family member, who experienced serious injuries to her pelvis and leg,” Vanderpool stated.

“Then the driver got out and stabbed who we believe to be is her soon to be ex-husband,” he said. “The female victim was transported to the hospital by helicopter that landed in Chichibu Park. The male victim is in stable condition with a serious stab wound to his leg.”

The suspect was arrested and taken to county jail on attempted murder charges,” Vanderpool added.