Andrew Murray Archives - Open Vallejo

A nighttime scene showing a parked car with its hazard lights on, positioned in front of several police vehicles with flashing red and blue lights. The police cars illuminate the dark street, casting blue and red hues across the scene. The background is dimly lit, with faint outlines of buildings and trees.

Vallejo police get year-one reform plan, five months after start date

by Vanessa Arredondo November 8, 2024November 8, 2024

Mario Saucedo, dressed in a patterned shirt, stands with one hand holding a trellis adorned with string lights and pink flowers, looking directly at the camera. The setting is in a garden during dusk.

Vallejoans demand answers over safety issues at Fiestas Patrias

by Vanessa Arredondo October 11, 2024October 19, 2024

Photo of a white car’s windshield marked with multiple bullet trajectory rods and labels, indicating the paths of shots fired into the vehicle. The image, dated September 6, 2012, shows an investigator leaning toward the passenger side, examining the scene.

Vallejo releases some police shooting evidence previously thought destroyed

by Anna Bauman October 10, 2024October 10, 2024

A triptych of headshots shows three police leaders, all in uniform. On the left is Vallejo Interim Police Chief Jason Ta, in the center is Fresno Deputy Police Chief Mark Salazar, and on the right is San Francisco Deputy Police Chief Mikail Ali. Each officer smiles while wearing a uniform, tie, and metal badge.

Here are the Vallejo police chief finalists the city tried to keep secret

by Anna Bauman September 27, 2024September 28, 2024

Vallejo Mayor Robert McConnell speaks passionately into a microphone during a public meeting, seated among other council members at a curved desk. Two women and two men, including a man in glasses and a blue suit, are focused on the proceedings. The setting appears formal, with the panel framed by wood paneling and computer monitors.

Vallejo mulls DEI position following police chief hiring controversy

by Anna Bauman September 25, 2024September 25, 2024

A speaker stands at a podium, addressing a meeting about Vallejo Police Chief recruitment. A screen to the left displays discussion points, while another man seated at a table listens attentively, with microphones and papers in front of him. The window in the background shows a colorful mural, brightening the formal setting.

Amid backlash, Vallejo to seek more input on police chief hire

by Anna Bauman September 23, 2024September 25, 2024

‘A disgrace’: Vallejo police chief interview panel lacked Black residents

by Anna Bauman September 13, 2024September 25, 2024

A street scene at dusk showing multiple police vehicles, including a black-and-white patrol car. Several police officers are gathered near the vehicles, with one officer walking towards the foreground. The area is lit by the setting sun, casting long shadows. A white SUV is parked in the middle of the scene, with its driver's door open. The atmosphere suggests a police investigation or search operation.

DOJ consultants met with skepticism over Vallejo police reforms

by Anna Bauman August 16, 2024September 20, 2024

A man bathed in warm sunlight listens to a speaker at a community event while surrounded by a diverse group of community members.

Vallejo to host police chief recruitment forum Thursday

by Anna Bauman July 24, 2024July 24, 2024

Carl Charles, who is wearing a dark suit, stands at a podium during a town hall meeting while craning his neck to hear a speaker. Two men are seated in the foreground, with one in focus and the other blurred. The room is set up for a formal meeting, with desks and computer monitors visible.

Frustration, calls for change mark Vallejo police chief recruitment

by Anna Bauman June 30, 2024September 20, 2024