Sheriff’s Report: January 27 – February 3

Intersection Daylighting Law Reminder

The Alameda County Sheriff’s Office reminds residents of a new state law that took effect on January 1, 2025, designed to help prevent automobile-pedestrian collisions by improving visibility at intersections. The Intersection Daylighting Law (California Assembly Bill AB-413) now prohibits parking within 20 feet of the approach to any marked or unmarked crosswalk. For intersections with curb extensions (often called bulb-outs), parking is banned within 15 feet of the crosswalk. This regulation applies regardless of whether signage or curb markings are present. Deputies will give verbal and written warnings between now and February 29 and begin writing citations on March 1.

Trespassing and Resisting Arrest

Thursday, January 30: At 9:56 p.m., Sheriff's deputies arrested a 30-year-old Castro Valley woman on suspicion of trespassing and resisting arrest. The woman was spotted trying to break into a restricted area of a motel on Castro Valley Boulevard near Strobridge Avenue. Deputies were called to the scene after the site manager called. During questioning, the woman became confrontational. Deputies handcuffed her and took her into custody.

Traffic Stop Ends in Two Arrests

Wednesday, January 29: At 7:21 a.m., two people from Castro Valley were arrested during a traffic stop on Parsons Avenue near Wilson Avenue. The Driver, a 63-year-old man, was arrested as part of a warrant for his capture on a previous drunk driving conviction. The passenger, a 42-year-old woman, was arrested for possessing illegal drug paraphernalia and refusing to leave private property after repeated requests to do so. Deputies took both people to Santa Rita Jail.