"They got in, couldn't find cash, rummaged through, and then they left. I don't know, people are just getting out of control. I don't know what they're looking for because small businesses nowadays, everyone knows we don't keep cash."
"We went from 16 in a two-week period to 21 in a two-week period. It's a very small change, and it might be a very low-level type of crime, but to us it's important to address all types of crime."
"We have a lot more officers who are allocated to the streets. We have also increased the number of traffic officers to help with our visibility."
Alameda's overall crime reports declined approximately 9% between 2023 and 2024, yet the city confronts significant increases in property crimes. Nine businesses were targeted in break-ins last week, with thieves searching for cash despite knowing small businesses rarely keep large amounts on hand. Vandalism incidents also surged, with vehicle damage increasing from 16 to 21 incidents within two-week periods. These crimes are distributed throughout the city rather than concentrated in specific areas. Police have increased street patrols and traffic officers to enhance visibility and address all crime types. Authorities successfully made arrests in the recent break-in spree by linking evidence from multiple crime scenes to the same vehicle, which they located and tracked within hours.
Read at ABC7 San Francisco
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