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Sharmell Mitchell

A Solano EMS Medic Ambulance is parked on a street at sunset. The logo and text on the side of the vehicle indicate that it is part of the Solano County Emergency Medical Services Cooperative.
Posted inPublic Safety

Man shot Saturday while driving in Vallejo

by Geoffrey King September 14, 2024September 15, 2024
A man points near a street scene of a severe vehicle collision, where cars are visibly damaged and debris is scattered across the road. The focus includes officers surveying the scene and securing the area in a suburban neighborhood under clear skies.
Posted inPublic Safety

Suspect arrested in July homicide of Sharmell Mitchell

by Geoffrey King August 8, 2024August 9, 2024
A woman with a headscarf and off-shoulder sweater stands near lit candles at a memorial. In the background, two people converse near a wall.
Posted inPublic Safety

Sharmell Mitchell, whose brother was killed by Vallejo police, dies fleeing gunfire

by Geoffrey King July 26, 2024July 31, 2024

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