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San Jose: Massage therapist suspected of sexually assaulting clients

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 14:16:25 GMT

SAN JOSE — A 73-year-old massage therapist was arrested in early March after an alleged victim accused him of sexual assault and a second victim was located, according to the San Jose Police Department.Antonio Zacariz was arrested after the victim, a woman, alerted San Jose police of the alleged assault in July of 2022. During what police called a “comprehensive investigation,” an additional victim was identified.Authorities arrested Zacariz at his San Jose home on March 7. Police said he’s worked as a massage therapist since 2015 and performed the massages at his home.Police asked anyone with information about the case or similar incidents to contact Detective Montez of the Sexual Assaults Investigations Unit at [email protected] or at 408-277-4102.This is a developing story. Check back for updates.

Redwood City police warn of possibly armed catalytic converter thieves

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 14:16:25 GMT

REDWOOD CITY — One of three suspects who stole as many as eight catalytic converters in an overnight spree last month may have been armed with an AK47-style assault rifle, according to authorities.Private security video from a resident captured three suspects wearing hooded sweatshirts during the March 21 rash of thefts. According to police, the suspect vehicle was a dark-colored 2010 or later model Audi with stock, five-spoke colored wheels. Authorities did not release a complete description of the suspects.Redwood City police issued a public safety announcement Thursday urging residents to call 911 if they witness an in-progress catalytic converter theft, rather than inserting themselves into a potentially dangerous situation.Catalytic converter thefts have been on the rise for years and have prompted new laws in California. The expensive car part scrubs vehicles’ emissions to make them less toxic, and they contain precious metals which can ramp up the resale price for...

VIDEO: Fire crews extinguish blaze at Alameda home

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 14:16:25 GMT

(KRON) -- Crews responded to a fire at a one-story house in Alameda Tuesday night, the Alameda Fire Department said on Twitter. The fire happened on the 500 block of Corpus Christi Road at around 10:38 p.m. Alameda car thief caught in the act: police Officials said the fire was "under control" in 20 minutes. No injuries were reported. Video (above) shows at least four firefighters responding to the scene. The cause of the fire is unknown at this time and will be investigated. The Alameda Fire Department tweeted about the fire Thursday afternoon.

'Major' law enforcement activity at Mahany Park in Roseville, officials say

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 14:16:25 GMT

(KTXL) -- The Sacramento County Sheriff's Office said there is "major activity in Roseville on Pleasant Grove Boulevard" on Thursday afternoon. The sheriff's office said they are assisting in any way possible. These are the non-emergency phone numbers for law enforcement agencies in the Sacramento area The Mahany Fitness Center and the Martha Riley Library has been closed and locked down, according to Roseville Parks, Recreation and Events. All staff, visitors and children in camps are safe. Flight Radar shows that the California Highway Patrol and the Sacramento County Sheriff's Office have helicopters flying in the area around Woodcreek High School and Mahany Park. This article will be updated as more information becomes available.

Elon Musk says violent crime in SF is 'horrific.' Is it?

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 14:16:25 GMT

SAN FRANCISCO (KRON) -- The stabbing death of Silicon Valley entrepreneur Bob Lee had many in the tech world questioning San Francisco's approach toward violent crime. Among them, Twitter owner Elon Musk, venture capitalist Matt Ocko and MobileCoin founder Joshua Goldbard."Many people I know have been severely assaulted. Violent crime in SF is horrific and even if attackers are caught, they are often released immediately. Is the city taking stronger action to incarcerate repeat violent offenders,” Elon Musk tweeted calling on San Francisco District Attorney Brooke Jenkins to take action."Chesa Boudin, & the criminal-loving city council that enabled him & a lawless SF for years, have Bob’s literal blood on their hands. Take action," Ocko tweeted.“As a lifelong Bay Area resident, I have more questions than answers tonight. I don’t know how to fix what’s wrong, but I know something isn’t working in our grey city,” Goldbard said.But is it really that bad? Here's what t...

Gunmen kill at least 50 in attacks on village in Nigeria

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 14:16:25 GMT

ABUJA, Nigeria (AP) — Gunmen have killed at least 50 people during two attacks on a village in north-central Nigeria, authorities said Thursday.Ruben Bako, chairman of the Otukpo local government where the massacre happened, said that gunmen killed 47 people on Wednesday in Umogidi village in Benue state. A day earlier, three other people had been slain in the same place, he said.Anene Sewuese with Benue state police confirmed that attack and said that the assailants had open fire at a market. However, Sewuese put the death toll at eight people, including a police officer.The motive of the attacks was not immediately clear, though authorities said they believe both attacks were connected. While there was no claim of responsibility, authorities said suspicion fell on local herdsmen, who have clashed in the past with farmers over land disputes in north-central Nigeria.The farmers accuse the herders, mostly of Fulani origin, of grazing their livestock on their farms and destroying thei...

Jets sign QB Boyle, Rodgers’ former backup with Packers

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 14:16:25 GMT

The New York Jets signed quarterback Tim Boyle to a one-year contract as a backup with experience playing in offensive coordinator Nathaniel Hackett’s system.Boyle served as a backup in Green Bay for three seasons to Aaron Rodgers, who said last month his intention is to play for the Jets this season. The Packers and Jets have been in negotiations for several weeks to complete a trade that would send Rodgers to New York as the team’s starting quarterback.In the meantime, Boyle joins a Jets quarterbacks room that includes Zach Wilson, who was the starter the past two seasons, and Chris Streveler, who spent most of last year on the practice squad. Boyle will also be reunited with former Packers wide receiver Allen Lazard, who signed a four-year deal with the Jets last month. The 28-year-old Boyle split last season with Detroit and Chicago, and took 13 snaps in one game with the Bears during which he was 2 of 8 for 33 yards and two interceptions. Signed as an undrafted free...

Abren una investigación federal por la muerte de Dalaneo Martin, de 17 años, tras disparos de la policía en la ciudad de Washington

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 14:16:25 GMT

(CNN) –– El FBI y fiscales federales abrieron una investigación de derechos civiles sobre el disparo mortal contra Dalaneo Martin, de 17 años, por un agente de policía en la ciudad de Washington, después de que el adolescente fue hallado durmiendo en un vehículo supuestamente robado.El anuncio se produjo después de que la Policía de Parques de EE.UU. y la Policía Metropolitana de Washington publicaran el martes videos de cámaras corporales que mostraban el fatal encuentro del 18 de marzo.“La pérdida de una vida siempre es trágica, pero es especialmente desgarradora cuando se trata de un joven”, dijo la Oficina del Fiscal de EE.UU. en Washington en un comunicado, y calificó el video de la cámara corporal de “extremadamente perturbador”.“En coordinación con la Oficina de Campo del FBI en Washington, la Fiscalía de Estados Unidos abrió una investigación sobre las circunstancias que llevaron a la muerte del Sr. Martin. Esa investigación, que nos comprometem...

Detienen a dos sospechosos en relación a la agresión contra Sergio Berni, ministro de Seguridad de la provincia de Buenos Aires

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 14:16:25 GMT

(CNN Español) — En Argentina, el Ministerio Público de la Provincia de Buenos Aires informó que dos hombres fueron detenidos por orden de la Justicia por presuntamente atentar contra la autoridad tras la agresión que sufrió el ministro de Seguridad provincial, Sergio Berni.Este lunes, el funcionario fue golpeado en medio de una protesta de choferes de autobuses que pedían justicia por el asalto y asesinato de un colega durante la madrugada de ese día en La Matanza, al sudoeste de la ciudad de Buenos Aires.Agreden al ministro de Seguridad de la Provincia de Buenos Aires durante una protestaLa Fiscalía dijo que los arrestos tuvieron lugar durante unos allanamientos realizados por la Policía de la Ciudad en las localidades de Merlo y Gregorio de Laferrere, en el Área Metropolitana de Buenos Aires. Las autoridades dicen que los detenidos fueron identificados por las cámaras de seguridad del lugar del ataque, y que, además, secuestraron legajos de choferes de autobuses urbanos.CNN ...

Data Doctors: Should I switch cellular networks?

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 14:16:25 GMT

Q: How can I tell if another cellular network is better than what I’m using before I switch?A: Nothing is more central to how we communicate, navigate and educate ourselves than our smartphones and nothing is more frustrating than when they have connectivity issues.It’s natural to wonder if another network would provide a better experience, but the first thing to understand is that the technology itself isn’t all that reliable.More Tech NewsCellular signals can be impacted by a variety of physical obstructions such as buildings, mountains and trees, as the best service occurs when your device has a direct line-of-site connection.How and where you use your smartphone will have the biggest impact on which carrier is best for you. There is no ‘best network’ for everyone.If you travel to various areas on a regular basis, you may find that the service that’s great in one location is far worse in another.Network congestion, especially on 4G LTE connections, can play a role in the quality ...