Sep 11, 2026 | In the News
September 11, 2026
Oakland, California — Alameda County District Attorney Ursula Jones Dickson announced today that the Alameda County District Attorney’s Office filed multiple felony charges against Christobal Hernandez Canas (22), Ismael Fernando Garcia (20), and Oscar Alfaro Garcia (23) for their roles in the theft, dismantling, and removal of parts from multiple vehicles, which were then abandoned in Union City and surrounding areas.
The investigation by Union City Police led to the recovery of multiple vehicles and numerous stolen automobile parts. As a result, the District Attorney’s office filed a complaint against the three men, alleging, amongst other things, 40 felony counts, including the unlawful taking of cars, receipt of stolen property, vandalism, and operating a chop shop.
“I want to commend and thank the Union City Police Department for its outstanding investigative work, persistence, and dedication to public safety, which led to the identification, disruption, and prosecution of this sophisticated auto theft ring,” said District Attorney Ursula Jones Dickson.
All three men were arraigned today on the felony complaint and will next appear in Alameda County Superior Court, East County Hall of Justice, Department 702, on Monday, September 14, 2026, at 9 a.m. for attorney and plea.
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Sep 9, 2026 | In the News
September 9, 2026
Oakland, CA — Today, Alameda County District Attorney Ursula Jones Dickson announced that the Alameda County District Attorney’s Office has charged Aleem Spencer (45) with two shootings in Oakland in August 2026.
On August 30, 2026, Oakland police responded to a report that a man armed with a hammer was in a park threatening to kill a woman. When police approached, Mr. Spencer fired several rounds at the officers and fled on foot. Mr. Spencer then entered a nearby residence and threw containers of flammable liquid at the officers, starting a fire that engulfed much of the residence. Mr. Spencer has been charged with attempted murder, assault on a police officer, and arson.
Mr. Spencer has also been charged with a separate shooting. On August 1, 2026, Oakland Police were alerted that shots had been fired in the 600 block of 34th Street. Once on scene, police located the victim, who had been shot in the abdomen, back, and arm. Police arrested Mr. Spencer as the person responsible for the shooting. Mr. Spencer has been charged with attempted murder and assault with a firearm in connection with this incident.
Aleem Spencer is to appear for arraignment on September 9, 2026, at 9:00 A.M. in Department 112 of the Alameda County Superior Court at the Wiley W. Manuel Courthouse in Oakland.
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Sep 4, 2026 | In the News
September 4, 2026
Oakland, California – District Attorney Ursula Jones Dickson, along with 28 other California District Attorneys and the City Attorney of Los Angeles, announced a $3.15 million settlement with the pest control company, Terminix International Inc., and Rentokil North America, Inc. (Collectively “Terminix”).
Between 2021 and 2024, District Attorney investigators uncovered at Terminix facilities statewide hundreds of unlawfully disposed of pesticides and hazardous waste. The investigation also revealed that in some instances, Terminix improperly managed and disposed of its customers’ private records, in violation of state law.
Upon being notified by the District Attorneys of unlawful disposals, Terminix was cooperative and responsive. Terminix has agreed to enhance company policies and procedures to eliminate improper management and disposal of these prohibited wastes and to protect confidential customer information in California.
Terminix operates 5 locations in Alameda County under the names Western Exterminator Company and Terminix in Hayward, Pleasanton, and Union City. Alameda County will receive $160,000 in civil penalties and cost recovery.
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Aug 28, 2026 | In the News
August 28, 2026
OAKLAND, CA — Alameda County District Attorney Ursula Jones Dickson announced today that the Alameda County District Attorney’s Office has filed murder charges against Sergio Omar Flores in connection with a killing, that took place earlier this year, of an individual whose body was found buried in Oakland.
On June 9, 2026, Oakland Police Department Homicide Investigators discovered the deceased victim buried in Oakland. The victim was bound and had duct tape covering his face. Through an extensive investigation, investigators identified Sergio Omar Flores as the suspect in the killing.
“I commend the Oakland Police Department’s homicide investigators for their diligent work in identifying and apprehending the defendant in this horrific crime,” said Alameda County District Attorney Ursula Jones Dickson.
Sergio Omar Flores is scheduled to be arraigned on August 28, 2026, in Department 112 of the Alameda County Superior Court, Willey W. Manuel Courthouse in Oakland.
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Aug 27, 2026 | In the News
August 27, 2026
Oakland, CA — Today, Alameda County District Attorney Ursula Jones Dickson announced that the Alameda County District Attorney’s Office has filed multiple felony charges, including murder and four counts of attempted murder, against Jose Jesus Rodriguez for his involvement in a series of stabbings that took place on August 24, 2026, near the Fruitvale BART Station.
On August 24, 2026, BART and Oakland Police officers responded to the vicinity of the BART Station and nearby Cesar Chavez Park where they located the five stabbing victims. One victim died from his wounds; the others sustained serious injuries from the knife attack.
Eyewitness and video evidence enabled police to promptly identify and arrest the defendant.
“I am deeply saddened for the victims and their families who are suffering unimaginable pain and loss from this senseless act of violence,” said District Attorney Ursula Jones Dickson.
Jose Jesus Rodriguez is scheduled to appear for arraignment on August 28, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. in Department 112 of the Alameda County Superior Court, Wiley W. Manuel Courthouse in Oakland.
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