Matthew Brown, author at Open Vallejo

A wide view of the U.S. Supreme Court building in Washington, D.C., showing its iconic white marble facade, tall Corinthian columns, and broad steps leading to the entrance. Statues flank the staircase, and temporary barriers are placed along the sidewalk in front. An American flag stands to the right, and tree branches frame the image at the top.

U.S. Supreme Court rejects ‘moment of threat’ rule in police shootings

by Matthew Brown May 16, 2025May 16, 2025

A Vallejo police officer stands near a severely burned RV parked under an overpass. The vehicle, labeled "SMOKEY," is charred and partially collapsed, with debris scattered around it. A white minivan is parked beside the RV, and orange traffic cones are placed near the scene. A colorful mural is partially visible on the concrete pillar in the background.

Suspected motor home arson hospitalizes one in Vallejo

by Matthew Brown May 15, 2025May 15, 2025

A Vallejo police officer in tactical gear stands beside an open car door, examining the interior of a black sedan. The front passenger window is shattered, with visible cracks and holes in the glass.

Man injured in shooting at busy Vallejo intersection

by Matthew Brown May 15, 2025May 15, 2025

A police officer in tactical vest and sunglasses carries a rifle while crossing a cordoned-off residential street, yellow crime-scene tape in the foreground.

Vallejo attempted murder suspect arrested in Mexico

by Matthew Brown May 7, 2025May 7, 2025

A Cricket Wireless store in a small shopping plaza is seen on a sunny day. The storefront displays promotional signs for 5G service and a free Samsung Galaxy phone. An A-frame sign reading “FREE” is positioned on the sidewalk in front. Part of a neighboring business is visible on the left, and a large shrub partially obscures the right side of the frame.

Vallejo police arrest suspect in April 15 fatal stabbing

by Matthew Brown April 23, 2025April 23, 2025

A shopping plaza partially obscured by tree branches and flowering bushes, photographed in the late afternoon light. Visible storefronts include a Cricket Wireless store with promotional signs in the window and a Little Caesars pizza restaurant beneath a red "For Lease" sign. Several cars are parked in front of the businesses, and tall evergreen trees rise in the background.

Man fatally stabbed in Vallejo Tuesday

by Matthew Brown April 17, 2025April 17, 2025

A scanned section of a Solano County Coroner’s Office death investigation report for Phillip Steve Boursiquot. The document, signed by the Sheriff-Coroner, describes the scene and condition of the decedent, including visible injuries and the presence of a white crystalline substance. A highlighted sentence reads, “There was a concern that the decedent may have been shot and the bullet did not exit.” The report concludes with the forensic pathologist’s determination that the cause of death was acute methamphetamine and alcohol intoxication. The Vallejo Police Department and Detective William Carpenter are listed as assisting personnel.

Overdose, not gunshot, killed man found in Vallejo park

by Matthew Brown April 14, 2025April 14, 2025

Two older men stand outside at sunset, one with glasses and a mustache, the other with a beard and wearing sunglasses. Bare tree branches cast shadows behind them as they face the camera in low, warm light.

Vallejo advocate charged over ‘offensive words,’ raising constitutional concerns

by Matthew Brown April 13, 2025April 13, 2025

A man in a white polo shirt and khaki pants stands outdoors beside a weathered building with red wooden shingles and broken windows. Tall dry grass surrounds him as he looks thoughtfully off to the side.

Mathew Mustard, of ‘American Nightmare’ infamy, retires from Vallejo

by Matthew Brown April 1, 2025April 1, 2025

A police officer walks toward a parked patrol vehicle with emergency lights activated on a quiet residential street, while another officer in the background unfurls crime scene tape. Nearby, a white sedan sits with its driver-side door open, stopped behind a gray Toyota sedan. The street is calm under clear skies.

Man shot in daytime robbery in Vallejo Tuesday

by Matthew Brown and Sarah Hopkins March 20, 2025March 20, 2025