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The Contra Costa DA’s Office has charged Thomas John Iovenitti, 40, with the Oct. 23rd murder of his wife, Alisha Iovenitti, in Concord. He faces up to 29 years to life if convicted. Arraignment is Oct. 28th. Read the press release: contracosta.ca.gov/m/newsfla…
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Contra Costa Clerk-Recorder Kristin Connelly expects a “safe and secure” election; DA Diana Becton is making sure voters can vote “freely, safely,” and Sheriff David Livingston will help “protect residents’ right” to vote.
Full release: contracostavote.gov/wp-conte… #ContraCostaVotes
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Contra Costa residents: the Superior Court is moving to weekly jury summonses on Jan. 4th, 2027. You’ll get notice by 5 p.m. the day before you report. If you aren’t called that week, you’re done for at least 12 months. Info: contracosta.courts.ca.gov/ju…
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On 10/15, a Contra Costa jury found Jamarr Lamont Victor, 41, guilty of human trafficking of a minor and four related felonies for exploiting a 16-year-old girl in Richmond. Sentencing is on 11/6.
Read the full press release: contracosta.ca.gov/m/newsfla…
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DA Diana Becton: A Richmond man who forcibly raped two women in 2022 was sentenced to 169 years to life. “These survivors proved him wrong.” Help 24/7: STAND! 888-215-5555 #WithSurvivors #DVAM2026 Link to the press release: contracosta.ca.gov/m/newsfla…
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A rare dual-jury trial in Contra Costa has concluded in a child sexual abuse case involving a former airline pilot and a co-defendant. Read the full press release here: contracosta.ca.gov/m/newsfla…
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The Contra Costa DA's Office has released its full report on the investigation into the death of Yolanda Bustos Ramirez, following a thorough review of the circumstances surrounding her death.
Read the complete findings here:
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Free health, legal & safety resources all in one place! Join the Contra Costa County Community Resource Fair THIS THURSDAY, Sept 10, 1–4 PM at 1026 Escobar St, Martinez. 40+ orgs. No sign-up needed. Info: contracosta.ca.gov/m/newsfla…
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Contra Costa DA investigators are searching for victims in a multi-state sex trafficking case involving Raymond Jamar Brooks, 32, of Antioch. Full details & how to come forward are in the press release. RT to help spread the word.
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Update: Contra Costa DA has amended charges against Richmond's Sergio Ivan Rivera-Vega, 32: now 4 counts of murder after a house fire on 15th St killed 3 family members (incl. 2 kids). A 4th victim died Sat.
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Contra Costa DA has charged Marcos Eduardo Iriarte-Valdez, 36, w/ the murder of Todd Stewart, 68, of Martinez. Special allegations: burglary-murder, knife use, offense while on conditional release. Not-guilty plea entered; held w/out bail. contracosta.ca.gov/m/newsfla…
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Oakland man charged with 5 felonies in connection with a Concord burglary and fencing operation. A search of his home turned up hundreds of suspected stolen items. Click the link to read the full press release: contracosta.ca.gov/m/newsfla…
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Pinole man Jeffery Kendall, 39, sentenced to 50 years to life for murdering Brittany Ligdis, 10 days after she ended their relationship. Also convicted of child endangerment & illegal weapon possession. Full release: contracosta.ca.gov/m/newsfla…
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Contra Costa DA's Office has charged Sofia Ann-Buitron Drotts, 26, a former juvenile detention Behavioral Health Clinician, with 7 felonies involving a minor under her care. Read the full release on the charges: contracosta.ca.gov/m/newsfla…
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DA report released: officer-involved shooting of Romaine Alexander Morgan in Brentwood (12/24/25). Read how the investigation unfolded: contracosta.ca.gov/m/newsfla…
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GUILTY: Hayward man convicted of attempted murder after firing 17 shots at a victim in Oakley — then fleeing on an 11-mile chase. He's also wanted for murder in New Zealand. Full details: contracosta.ca.gov/m/newsfla…
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Jaquan Tarrell Jones, 38, charged with murder, attempted murder, kidnapping & child abuse following a May 5th attack in Antioch. Jones is set to be arraigned today at 1:30 pm in Martinez. Full details: contracosta.ca.gov/m/newsfla…
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Today is #DenimDay. In 1992, an Italian court overturned a rape conviction because the victim wore tight jeans. Women in Parliament protested in denim. That act of defiance became a global movement. Clothing is not consent. It never was. Wear denim. Stand in solidarity.
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The Contra Costa DA has charged Zahvon Hopson of Oakland with murder in the February fatal shooting of a 20-year-old Antioch woman. Hopson was arraigned today & is in custody on $2.19M bail. Read the full press release here: contracosta.ca.gov/m/newsfla…
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