Attorney for Monterrosa family vows to hire private security to monitor returning officer

The family of a man shot and killed by police in 2020 during the unrest surrounding George Floyd protests in Vallejo held a press conference with their attorney Thursday to decry the reinstatement of the officer that shot him. 

Vallejo officer fired for shooting, killing Sean Monterrosa has termination overturned

The officer who was fired for shooting and killing a man during George Floyd protests in Vallejo in 2020 could be getting his job back after prevailing in arbitration.

Body found in Vallejo homeless encampment, police investigating

Vallejo police on Saturday announced they are investigating the death of an adult male found in a homeless encampment. 

Vallejo police propose not responding to home and business alarms

Vallejo police have proposed not responding to certain home and business alarms because of limited staffing. There's a town hall Tuesday night for the public to give input about the idea.

Vallejo police ask other agencies for help to address staffing emergency

The Vallejo Police Department is asking other agencies for help amid a severe staffing crisis after City Council declared a state of emergency.

Vallejo city officials declare emergency over critical police shortage

The Vallejo City Council on Tuesday unanimously approved a declaration of a state of emergency in response to a staffing crisis within its police department.

Vallejo MMA artist detains suspected arsonist with stolen Tesla: Reports

An MMA artist was credited for stopping a suspect accused of stealing a Tesla and starting a vegetation fire Saturday in Vallejo, authorities said.

Vallejo police arrest man suspected of starting 3-alarm fire

Vallejo police arrested a man they believe started a vegetation fire near the intersection of Admiral Callaghan Lane and Turner Parkway just before 6:51 p.m. Saturday.

Vallejo community center vandalized before opening, neighbors show support

Vandals in Vallejo trashed a new community center that was getting ready to open its doors. It was a heartbreaking sight for the non-profit's founder, but the setback brought out some heartwarming support from neighbors.

Vallejo officer shoots burglary suspect after getting hit by fleeing car

Vallejo police announced on Tuesday that one of its officers shot and injured a suspect after the officer was struck by the suspect in a fleeing vehicle. 

Man fatally shot in downtown Vallejo

A man was fatally shot in downtown Vallejo on Saturday night, announced the Vallejo Police Department on Sunday.   

Man arrested after entering Vallejo police department armed, smoking meth

A man was arrested on Wednesday after allegedly walking into the Vallejo Police Department armed with a knife and replica firearm, and smoking methamphetamine in the lobby, announced officers on Saturday.   

Police arrest two juveniles with loaded gun after vehicle chase

After a high-speed vehicle chase Saturday, Vallejo police arrested two juveniles, one of whom was armed with a loaded firearm with a high-capacity magazine.   

Shooting in Vallejo leaves 1 dead: Police

A man was fatally shot in Vallejo Thursday afternoon, marking the city's third homicide of 2023, according to police.